Frequent droughts experienced in Kenya have increased the significance of drought-resistant maize varieties. Plant breeders develop these varieties to withstand harsh weather conditions, including prolonged dry spells, to ensure that farmers can achieve reasonable yields despite unfavorable weather patterns. Here are 10 drought-resistant maize varieties in Kenya. 1. KDV4 KDV4 is one of the most … Read more
Carol Mwaura, popularly known as ‘’Miss Goretti,’’ is a Kenyan actress who rose to fame for her role as a strict and no-nonsense teacher in the popular Kenyan TV drama series, “Tahidi High.” The show revolves around the lives of high school students and their teachers, and Miss Goretti was one of the most beloved … Read more
Jackline Nyaminde, aka Wilbroda, has been a household name in Kenya since the early days of Papa Shirandula’s show on Citizen TV. Her acting on the show made her who she is today, and she commands influence in the entertainment industry. The show may have ended years ago, but it was enough platform to catapult … Read more
The Corona Pandemic spiked reliance on technology in various industries, including the health sector. With restricted movement measures put in place to prevent the spreading of the virus, the health sector in Kenya had to find a way to relay their services at a time they were critically needed. That’s how healthcare providers in the … Read more
The Kenyan government continues to show its commitment to efficient service delivery to Kenyans. Besides setting up Huduma Centres, the government started digitizing service delivery, and things have improved. Kenyans can get most services online, including applying for marriage certificates. A marriage certificate is a legal document proving that a couple has decided to live … Read more
Farmers always look for the best ways to keep their cows healthy and productive. One thing they might forget about is salt, which is actually really important for cows to stay healthy and make good milk. Here are the best salt for dairy cows in Kenya right now. 1. Maclik Super Maclik Super is a … Read more
While cows need enough food to get by, they need the right nutrition to improve their health and well-being and increase milk production. The right nutrition includes proteins, vitamins, minerals, fiber, herbs and water. Forage alone cannot provide all these minerals. That’s why farmers supplement their cow feed with food items that contain all these nutrients. Here … Read more
Gidi (Joseph Oyoo) and Ghost (Jacob Mulee) are among the most famous duo in the Kenyan radio scene. One of the main reasons for this fame is a segment called ‘Patanisho’ that features in their weekday breakfast show at Radio Jambo. That segment aims to reconcile couples that have separated or are facing wrangles and … Read more
In Kenya, rabbit urine is increasingly being recognized as a valuable resource with potential benefits in agriculture. Rabbit urine has been found to be a potent organic fertilizer and pesticide, which is both affordable and environmentally friendly. Its use in crop production has been shown to improve soil fertility, boost crop yields, and reduce the … Read more
Zero-grazing goat farming is a system of goat production in which goats are kept in a confined space and are not allowed to graze freely. In other words, goats are kept in a shed or a small enclosure and their feed and water are brought to them. Key Aspects of Zero-Grazing Goat Farming Housing The … Read more