Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology Stories

MPs summon Gideon Moi over disputed 5,000-acre Rift Valley Institute land
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2024

The committee revealed that the local community raised funds in 1972 to purchase the land specifically for the college.

Isiolo enhances health measures to curb spread of deadly Rift Valley Fever
Waweru Wairimu  |  Mar 18, 2024

The disease is spread by mosquitoes and the movement of animals, with goats, cattle and sheep among the livestock that record a high rate of abortions...

World record marathoner Kelvin Kiptum to be laid to rest
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 23, 2024

Kiptum died on February 11, 2024, after he lost control while driving his Toyota Premio from Eldoret towards Ravine.

State to safeguard livestock health in Garissa through disease detection mechanisms
Yunis Dekow  |  Feb 16, 2024

The pastoral communities in Garissa County continue to face challenges from drought and diseases, leading to significant livestock losses.

Garissa confirms one case of Rift Valley Fever in livestock
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 13, 2024

Livestock Development director Haret Hambe said the infected cow was found in Iftin Ward, Garissa Township.

Isiolo on high alert after outbreak of Rift Valley Fever in Marsabit, Wajir
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 08, 2024

Last week, the Marsabit confirmed an outbreak of RVF in the county after four cases were reported in the region.

Six Rift Valley Fever cases reported in Marsabit, Wajir
Rashid Ali  |  Feb 02, 2024

Surveillance and response mechanisms in all the hotspot areas have been activated.

Kenya confirms first human case of Rift Valley Fever in Marsabit
Manny Anyango  |  Jan 26, 2024

Kenya has confirmed a reported human case of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) in Turbi, North Horr.

Government assures adequate security for schools in North Rift region
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 27, 2023

The government has pledged to enhance security measures for schools affected by insecurity in the North Rift region. Interior CS Kithure Kindiki assur...

Garissa County steps up livestock surveillance after disease outbreak
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 23, 2023

The Garissa County One Health Unit, in collaboration with the International Rescue Committee, has launched a comprehensive livestock disease surveilla...

Government warns politicians backing criminals in Rift Valley
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 16, 2023

Rift Valley Regional Coordinator Abdi Hassan and his Eastern counterpart, Paul Rotich, have issued a strong warning to politicians supporting criminal...

Tragedy strikes: Salgaa heartbreaking accident claims 11 lives
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Nov 06, 2023

Rift Valley Provincial General Medical Superintendent James Waweru expressed his profound sorrow over the tragic incident, stating.

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