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Northern Kenya MPs Condemn Rising Attacks Between Mwingi and Garissa
Members of Parliament from Northern Kenya have convened a press conference to address the escalating tensions between Kitui and Garissa counties, demanding immediate action to address the escalating insecurity. MP Adan Keynan is demanding the immediate arrest of individuals responsible for a surge in violent incidents along the Mwingi–Garissa road. Meanwhile, protests erupted in Mwingi over escalating insecurity along the Tana River border, with demonstrators expressing anger over rising crime and alleged inaction. Mwingi residents also disrupted transportation services in protest following the killing of 7 people, leading to significant challenges in the region's transport sector. The Nairobi–Garissa highway has been closed for a second consecutive day due to protests sparked by recent killings in Kitui, significantly disrupting travel and commerce along the route.
School Heads Face Penalties for Unapproved Fee Increases
Heads of schools in Kenya will face penalties for increasing school fees without consulting the Ministry of Education, following numerous complaints from parents and stakeholders regarding arbitrary fee hikes. The Kenyan government is facing mounting pressure to resolve the escalating school fee crisis, with parents and stakeholders demanding immediate action to address the rising costs of education. Separately, the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) is urging the Nyeri County government to absorb intern teachers into permanent positions.
BT Cotton Seeds Distributed to Farmers in Kwale as Innovation Boosts Agriculture
The Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) has distributed 300 kg of BT cotton seeds and pesticides to farmers in Kwale County. Kenyan agriculture is experiencing a surge in innovation, leading to improved food security and increased farmer incomes across the nation. Scientists are also developing a new potato variety, Shangi Kinga, designed to combat late blight and significantly improve crop yields for farmers.
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