Culture
National Swahili Council establishment plans on course
Efforts to have a National Kiswahili Council of Kenya are in top gear as various stakeholders input their views into the draft bill from the ministry of Culture. Various stakeholders,...
Read moreThe Lumboka-Chetambe wars 124 years on and the lessons we should learn
The year was 1895-some 124 years ago-during the long rains season between March and May, C. W. Hobley the then officer in Charge of the British Colonial administration at Nabongo...
Read moreKFCB turns to universities to support creative arts and deal with youth unemployment
The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) has turned to Universities to ensure the arts industry and nurturing is incorporated in the higher learning institutions and boost youth employment. Speaking in...
Read moreMentorship program leads to reduction of outdated practices in West Pokot
A mentorship program for youths in West Pokot during the holidays has helped in the reduction of outdated cultural practices that have prevailed in the region for the past decades....
Read moreWestern schools perform well at the drama fest; DP says talents must turn to job opportunities
The Western region posted sterling performances at the National drama and film festival, highlighted by the performances of Namkhele primary school from Kabuchai Sub County, Bungoma County and St. Claire...
Read moreLeaders urged to focus on nurturing drama talent as the national drama festivals entertains
Leaders have been urged to focus on developing arts among students, even as the Kenya national drama festival enters day four in Kibabii, Bungoma County. Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala said...
Read moreWomen still face numerous challenges in the modern society
As the world is commemorating International Women’s Day, women are trying to see that the cultural norms in the society are done away with by involving themselves in activities that...
Read moreBumula West FM Salaams Club in Bumula Sub County launched
West Media has expanded its reach in recent times, as several Salaams Clubs are being launched and new fans join the big family. Leaders of Bungoma All in One under...
Read moreWest Media fans urged to register with NHIF
West Media fans have been urged to register with National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) to ensure they are well placed to deal with any medical emergencies. Addressing Bungoma All in...
Read moreGovernor Lonyangapuo warns against social media propaganda
Youths in West Pokot County have been warned against using social media to propagate hate speech, attacking each other and insulting leaders and instead engage in peace-building and development activities. West Pokot Governor...
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