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FAO calls for increased camel products awareness to help dependent communities
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 07, 2024

Notably, in Africa and Asia, Kenya is the largest producer of camel milk followed by Somalia and Pakistan.

Desert gold: Camel milk makes its way to big malls’ shelves
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 21, 2024

The milk is said to make thicker tea compared to cow milk and its lower fat content is believed to help people avoid adding weight.

Camel meat makes Al-Yusra menu a welcome relief for Nairobi dining
Silas Nyanchwani  |  Aug 27, 2024

The meat is traditionally known for its medicinal purposes including enhancing immunity and aiding blood circulation.

Garissa communities turn to camel milk value addition to secure livelihoods
Issa Hussein  |  Jul 30, 2024

The decision to embark on camel milk value addition was influenced by its availability throughout, even during the dry seasons.

10th Street: Eastleigh's ‘little Ethiopia’ where beverage lovers enjoy special coffee
Yassin Juma  |  Jun 30, 2024

Three coffee houses serve as booking offices for buses bound for the Kenya-Ethiopia border town of Moyale.

Kenyan developers say high cost of loans slowing down construction
Albert Mwazighe  |  May 29, 2024

The most affected are those in the government’s affordable housing scheme who rely fully on debt financing to do projects.

Eastleigh's original spices attract locals, tourists with enticing flavours
Charity Kilei  |  May 26, 2024

With the diverse Somali culture in Eastleigh, access to a variety of spices has broadened, with people from various backgrounds now getting a taste of...

Outbreak of mysterious diseases killing camels worries Marsabit pastoralists
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 29, 2024

The mysterious diseases were first reported in February of this year, with the Department of Veterinary Services receiving reports on camel deaths.

China's demand for camel milk avails Sh5bn market opportunity for Kenyan farmers
Issa Hussein  |  Apr 25, 2024

KNCCI President Eric Rutto said plans are underway by the KNCCI in partnership with Mastercard to launch a Shariah-complaint Sacco that will provide l...

Untapped potential: Camel milk can turn around pastoralists' fortunes
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 18, 2024

Building a plant with machinery to make spray-dried or freeze-dried milk powder would be a game-changer, as the need for “cold chain” transportation o...

Boon for Isiolo camel farmers as 10-year milk strategy launched
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Feb 28, 2024

Isiolo camel milk value chain accounts for more than 70 per cent of milk transported to Nairobi.

Free lunch, camel milk toast as Ajmal Restaurant opens in Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 25, 2024

Ajmal Restaurant aims to stand out by offering diverse culinary experiences, including Indo-Arabic cuisine alongside traditional Somali dishes like da...

[Hold] Most of Kenya's camel milk goes to waste
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Feb 07, 2024

Multi-agency security operation recovers 201 camels and 300 goats in Isiolo
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Jan 03, 2024

A combined effort of security personnel, village elders, and animal trackers in Isiolo County has yielded impressive results: the recovery of 201 came...

Isiolo residents commend police for recovering 54 stolen camels
Amina Wako  |  Dec 30, 2023

Relief swept through Isiolo County as news broke of the dramatic recovery of 54 camels stolen by bandits. Security forces, following a tense two-hour...

Samburu communities affected by drought to benefit from camel restocking programme
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 10, 2023

County officials from the livestock department on Sunday presided over an inspection, branding and ear tagging of the first batch of 229 Somali breed...

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