COUNTY POST

By Joan Ngetich A delegation from Trans Nzoia County, led by Speaker Andrew Wanyonyi, held a crucial meeting with former Nigerian President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo at the Obasanjo Presidential Library in Ota, Nigeria. The talks focused on exploring collaboration to establish a university in Trans Nzoia, following recommendations from a task force appointed by Governor George Natembeya. The delegation included Professor Masibo Lumala, chair of the university establishment task force, along with key county officials. Others in the delegation were the County Secretary and Head of County Public Service, the County Executive Committee Member for Education, the Chief Officer for Education, and the Clerk of the County Assembly. During the meeting, former President Obasanjo, a strong advocate for education and a promoter of Bells University, Ota, shared valuable insights on university development.  Discussions covered policy frameworks, infrastructure planning, investment oppor...

Saboti Member of Parliament, Caleb Amisi, has reaffirmed his dedication to enhancing education standards in the constituency through significant infrastructural development in schools. Mr. Amisi recently commissioned a modern 12-classroom storey block at Tuwan Primary School in Tuwan Ward to accommodate the growing student population. This new facility, the first of its kind in the densely populated school, is expected to significantly improve the learning environment for students. "I remain steadfast in my commitment to advancing education which is the most powerful investment for the future and the key to creating a more equitable society," said Mr. Amisi. Through the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF), the legislator has overseen the construction of similar structures in other schools across the constituency. The MP recently inaugurated a 12-classroom storey block at Matisi Primary School and two state-of-the-art classrooms at...

BY JOAN NGETICH Kenyan nurses seeking international job opportunities have received a major boost following the launch of a new programme by KenyanNurse Consultants (KNC). The initiative aims to connect Kenyan healthcare professionals with employment opportunities in countries facing nursing shortages, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. KenyanNurse Consultants has launched a global job opportunities linkage programme aimed at connecting Kenyan nurses with international employment. The initiative was introduced during a one-day sensitization and registration exercise at Equip Africa College in Kitale, where 159 nurses and final-year nursing students gathered to learn about career prospects abroad. Speaking at the event, the firm's Recruitment Manager, Justice Justus, highlighted that the programme provides a structured pathway for nurses to sit for multiple licensing examinations required for international job placements. He emphasize...