Kenyan Guardian

HON DUALE HOSTS THE OUTGOING KUWAIT AMBASSADOR QUSAIL RASHED  Hon Aden Duale hosted the outgoing Ambassador of Kuwait to Kenya, H.E Qusail Rashed Al Farhan for a farewell courtesy call. Amb. Al Farhan, who has served in Kenya for nine years, has been instrumental in strengthening diplomatic ties, particularly in environmental conservation and sustainable development.  They discussed advancing collaboration on climate action and biodiversity preservation. Hon Duale commended the Ambassador's dedication and significant contributions to fostering strong relations between the 2 nations and wished him success in his future endeavours.

INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT BY GOVERNOR ABDULSWAMAD SHOULD BE PRAISED  Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir's administration may not be perfected in many ways and it may have not addressed myriads of issues but one silver lining has been the exceptional performance of his department of Transport and Infrastructure. It's unanimously believed that Infrastructural development across Mombasa County has had an enormous impact on public.  The Department has been working hard in addressing perennial issues that has bedevilled the county for far too long and it has been quite effective in tackling it. From drainage systems to access roads to streetlights, CECM Manyala Dan and his team have delivered and continue to do so efficiently and successfully.  All credits goes to the Governor and the man he placed at the helm of this vital department, Manyala Dan.

MANYALA DAN IS WITHOUT A DOUBT THE MOST HARDWORKING CECM IN KENYA  Manyala Dan is brilliant and outstanding technocrat who is well informed and knowledgeable about matters Transport and Infrastructure. His bold approach to issues under his docket and how articulates them is indeed admirable.  His dedication to ensure the agendas of his boss Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir are implemented is unrivalled. What makes him even more efficient is how he is personally ensures the oversight of the work his office is doing even in the middle of the night.

DUALE UNVEILS THE EXPANSION OF KABERUA TREE NURSERY FROM 500K TO 1 MILLION Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka have unveiled the expansion of Kaberua Tree Nursery in Kapsokwony from an annual production capacity of 500,000 to 1 million seedlings. With the expansion, the new Kaberua Tree Nursery will cover 2 acres up from the current 1 acre, and will help accelerate restoration of degraded parts of Mt. Elgon Forest in line with the 15 Billion National Tree Growing Programme. The Kaberua Tree Nursery expansion initiative, led by Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and Kaberua Community Forest Association (CFA), as part of the Integrated Landscape Management for Conservation and Restoration of Mt. Elgon Forest Ecosystem Project launched today, will create new employment opportunities in the area.

HON DUALE REITERATES THE IMPORTANCE OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP IN ADDRESSING CLIMATE CHANGE.  Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale this morning presided over the unveiling Bio Food Products Limited 3rd Sustainability Report where he reiterated the importance of partnerships between the private sector and Government in addressing climate change. At the ceremony held at the company's Nairobi headquarters under the theme, 'Growing Responsibly, Feeding Sustainably', Hon. Duale said the company's #GoSustainable Report demonstrates the Bio Food's alignment with the Government's sustained climate action efforts to enhance Kenya's long-term resilience, economic growth, and environmental stewardship.  "Sustainability is no longer a peripheral issue; it is central to the survival and success of Kenyan businesses, our communities, and the nation. "It encompasses the responsible use of resources, equitable distribution of wealth, and protectio

KARAMA-RATNA AND KITARUNI ROADS COMPLETION WILL ENHANCE CONNECTIVITY AND PROMOTE THE ECONOMY  The recently completed Karama - Ratna and Kitaruni roads will no doubt be a very significant step in easing the usual traffic snarl ups. The County Government of Mombasa under the wise leadership of Governor Abdulswamad Nassir had prioritised this roads in a bid to facilitate the smooth movements of goods and services. Kongowea, the biggest market in East Africa is situated at the heart of these roads. This vital road network is critical in dicongesting Links & Fidel Odinga Roads. They are also alternative between Links Road, New Msa - Malindi Highway, Kongowea Market & Fidel Odinga Road. This represents a crucial investment in the infrastructure of Mombasa County with the potential to greatly enhance and support local businesses.  This fantastic work overseen by the industrious and effective Department of Transport and Infrastructure is among many other Infrastructural dev