Editorial Staff

On Saturday, May 25, 2024, Kisauni VTC celebrated its 8th graduation ceremony. Out of the 813 graduates, 513 completed blue economy-related courses, namely Maritime Plumbing, Maritime Tourism & Hospitality, and Maritime Security. 60% secured job placements after their industrial attachments, and 25% transitioned to entrepreneurship.

The Jumuiya Economic Development Secretariat, led by Governors Mombasa, Tana River, and Taita Taveta counties, today concluded the final joint technical presentation and consultations on the 4th basis county revenue allocations (CRA) recommendations in readiness for submission to the CRA commission.

The Australian Deputy High Commissioner for East Africa, Chris Ellinger, paid a courtesy visit to the offices of Jumuiya Ya Kaunti Za Pwani (JKP), marking a significant step towards enhancing ties between Australia and Kenya, particularly in the Kenyan coastal region.

The commitment of the JKP region to advocate for a more nuanced and inclusive Fourth-Generation Basis reflects a broader ambition for equitable development and prosperity. As discussions progress, it is hoped that these considerations will find resonance in the national dialogue, paving the way for a more just and balanced…