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Kenya faces timber shortage as demand for wood grows

With a rapid increase in demand for wood in sectors from construction to household furniture, is there anything Kenya can do to ensure a better supply? | TOM COLLINS | On both sides of the congested Ngong Road in Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi, informal …

Humanitarian Action for Children 2021 - Kenya

HIGHLIGHTS The humanitarian situation in Kenya has deteriorated rapidly due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, desert locusts, recurrent waterborne disease outbreaks, flooding and slow recovery from the 2019 drought. Access to basic …

Safaricom ties up with UNICEF Kenya to support children's education and child protection

Safaricom is teaming up with UNICEF Kenya for two years on the priority areas of children's education, child protection and emergency response. They will bring together UNICEF’s expertise in children's rights, advocacy and programme work with …

Kenya marks World Diabetes Day

One in every two people with diabetes is undiagnosed. Early diagnosis and treatment is key to helping prevent or delay life-threatening complications. Kenya joins the rest of the World to mark the World Diabetes Day (WDD) is celebrated annually on November …

Sudan Asks World for Help as 25,000 Ethiopian Migrants Flood Border

Government officials in Sudan appealed for international assistance on Monday to deal with surging numbers of Ethiopian refugees fleeing the country’s recent internal conflict. In Sudan’s southeastern Al-Qadarif state, which borders Ethiopia, Governor …

Refugees Flood Into Sudan as Ethiopia Promises 'Final Offensive' Against Rebel Tigrayans

Africa 12:40 GMT 17.11.2020Get short URL Ethiopia is an ethnic jigsaw puzzle of different tribes - Amhara, Oromo, Tigrayan, Sidama, Gurage, Wolayta and Somali. Meles Zenawi and a Tigrayan elite ruled the country but they began to lose their grip on power …

Helping to keep communities afloat after devastating flooding in Garissa, Kenya

Islamic Relief have been providing vital support after severe flooding struck Garissa, Kenya. The flooding, which struck the region in April 2020, completely submerged homes and left many living in temporary shelter. It also caused destruction to farms …

Hordes of Ethiopian refugees flee fighting, flood into Sudan

NAIROBI, Kenya -- The first witness accounts are emerging from the thousands of Ethiopian refugees who are streaming over the border into Sudan, while the deadly fighting in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region shows no sign of easing. Filimon, a police …

Flooding displaces hundreds of people around Kenya's Lake Naivasha

Megapipes Solutions Limited Provides Jobs, Sanitation And Water Storage Issues In Kenya

A new Kenyan company which manufactures Weholite HDPE pipes for stormwater and sanitation solutions is to construct a World Class production facility in Ruiru, Kiambu County. This, according to company director Juerg Fluehmann will create up to 100 direct …

Kenya Food Security Outlook Update, October 2020 to May 2021

COVID-19 restrictions and forecast below-average Oct-Dec rains to heighten acute food insecurity KEY MESSAGES • In the pastoral areas, Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes through the scenario period will persist with the worst affected households likely in …

Kenya, UK launch project to combat climate change

Environment and Forestry PS Chris Kiptoo with British Deputy High Commissioner Julius Court at Karura Forest yesterday. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] Kenya and the UK yesterday initiated a progamme to conserve the environment and counter the effects of …

WFP Kenya Country Brief, August 2020

Food insecurity in the arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) counties, at a macro level, is currently at one of the lowest levels in the last 15 years, thanks to the cumulative good performance of the 2019 short rains and 2020 long rains. According to the …

Kenya: Understanding the status and need for anticipatory early action in lower Tana and lower Athi River Basins

Abstract The Tana River and Athi River basins are the first and second largest² basins in Kenya respectively. The two basins are known to experience flooding during the long (March-April-May) and short (October-November-December) rains and this causes …

Life Was Improving For 'No Sex For Fish.' Then Came The Flood

Alice Amonde sits on a boat on the village of Nduru Beach, Kenya. She is part of the group of women who have fought against the practice of transactional sex that was part of the fishing business. This photograph was taken in November 2019. This spring, …

Kenya launches climate information tool for grains

NAIROBI, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) -- The Nairobi based Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) on Saturday launched a digital platform to enhance access to climate information among key players in the cereals' value chain. A statement from EAGC released in Nairobi …

Kenya relief bid begins to avert ‘hunger crisis’ among poor workers hit by COVID 

“COVID-19 has caused untold suffering especially to families living in the poor urban areas who normally rely on informal day-to-day employment; many families in the coastal region are struggling just to feed themselves”, said Lauren Landis, WFP’s Kenya …

Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Uganda: Post long rains, COVID-19 & desert locust needs assessment, August - September 2020

ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES This assessment was led to gain a better insight to the Flood, Desert Locust and Covid-19 impacts in Kenya arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL), Somalia, Nakapiripirit District of Uganda and Liben Zone of Ethiopia, on livelihood, food …

Smart Africa and bright Kenyan spots

By Charles Onyango-ObboAnd so, October, of this unforgiving 2020, is ending. We could all use a little cheer. I found nearly 50 moments to smile in this month alone in the increasingly unloved media. Hard to pick, but from the 50, but let’s start in Zambia …

METEPEC REDUCE INDICE DELICTIVO EN 8% CON AYUDA DE DRONES

MUNICIPIO DE METEPEC UTILIZA TECNOLOGÍA DE PUNTA PARA CONTRIBUIR AL BIENESTAR Y MEJORAR LA CALIDAD DE VIDA DE LOS METEPEQUENSES METEPEC, DISTRITO FEDERAL, MéXICO, November 27, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A dos años de su implementación, los …

Oil and Gas Training Software Global Market By Production, Manufacturer, Revenue Analysis And Forecast To 2025

PUNE, INDIA, INDIA, November 25, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oil and Gas Training Software Market 2019-2025 Market Highlights: Oil and Gas Training Software can help with specialized training for oil and gas operations, like …

CADENA despliega misiones para apoyar a 35 mil damnificados por las fuertes lluvias e inundaciones en Chiapas y Tabasco

En Centroamérica CADENA brinda ayuda a más de 25 mil personas a través de sus oficinas locales ESTADO DE MEXICO, PROVINCIA/ESTADO, MéXICO, November 24, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ciudad de México, a 25 de noviembre de 2020. – CADENA, …

THE GIVING SPIRIT AND LAUSD PROVIDE 6,000 HOMELESS STUDENTS WITH BACKPACKS, SCHOOL SUPPLIES & VITAL HYGIENE ITEMS

Backpacks 4 LAUSD Kids is part of The Bravelings Project, a larger body of outreach that will serve the growing student population who self-identify as homeless LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 23, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

Downs Construction celebrates first anniversary with the Pro-Claim Group

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, November 23, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One year ago, in October 2019, Downs Construction (Downs) in Victoria, British Columbia, joined the Pro-Claim Group of Companies. Downs has been one of the largest full- …

Natural Cosmetics Market is expected to witness 15.4% CAGR (2020-2030)-Market Insights, analysis, trends and forecast

The Global Natural Cosmetics Market was $21.5 Billion in 2020, and it is expected to reach $89.7 Billion By 2030. KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, INDIA, November 23, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new market research report published by sheer …

Greiner Bio-One Announces Virus Stabilization Tube for SARS-CoV-2 Available for Healthcare Facilities

Critical product supply now available as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in many states. MONROE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, November 23, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Greiner Bio-One is announcing the availability of the VACUETTE® Virus …

Charter, Jet Cards Or Memberships For Your Private Flights? Private Jet Card Comparisons Provides Updated, Unbiased Data

Private Jet Card Comparisons compares 65+ variables that impact choice. Compare private jet flight costs with our exclusive QUICK COMPARE FLIGHT PRICING tool. MIAMI, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, November 22, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the COVID-19 …

American Association of Pet Parents Donates Burn Medications for Pets and Animals Injured in the Unprecedented Wildfires

"The real heroes are the people on the front lines." Tom Van Winkle, CEO AAPP "VetCare, Petnetwork, and AAPP are honored to play a role behind the scenes." CHICAGO, IL, USA, November 19, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

F3 Tech Lands Two Accelerator Companies in Maryland’s Future 20 List

2020 F3 Tech Accelerator Program participants recognized as lead entrepreneurs and innovators EASTON, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Governor Larry Hogan announced that two of F3 Tech Accelerator’s portfolio …

Scientologists@Home: Being Industrious and Setting and Accomplishing Targets

During the pandemic, these Scientologists are making the most of their time at home. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ron has the blueprint for getting through these difficult times. He’s …

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நொவெம்பர் 27 - மாவீரர் நாள் : தாயக நேரம் மாலை 6h05க்கு இணைவழியிலான மாவீரர் நாள் நிகழ்வுகள். நேரஞ்சல் www.tgte.tv – Facebook : tgteofficial JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, November 19, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- தமிழீழத் தேசிய மாவீரர் நாளினை …

Artivist Of The Year Awards Celebrating Artists Who Make A Difference

ArtTour International's Fall 2020 issue celebrates mother earth and the artists bringing awareness, making bold statements to protect our planet. NEW YORK, NY, USA, November 18, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WHAT HAPPENED TO THE CONVERSATION …

American Defense Systems (OTC:ADFS) Accelerates Plans for Disaster Aid Services

ADFS joint venture with East Star Group for Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean aims to be fully operation in first quarter 2021 American Defense Systems Inc. (OTCMKTS:ADFS) CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

Aquaculture Start-up Solar Oysters Aims to Clean the Chesapeake Bay

EASTON, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, November 17, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Solar Oysters has built an automated “floatovoltaic” oyster production system that has the potential to produce up to 2.4 million oysters in 45 times less space than a …

HEALIX SENTINEL ENABLES BUSINESSES TO GET PEOPLE MOVING AGAIN

Integrated range of security and risk management solutions gives risk managers peace of mind for international operations LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 17, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent research by the Institute of Travel Management found …

Author Robert Kerbeck Praised by Newly Elected CA State Senator, Henry Stern, For Acclaimed Book, "Malibu Burning"

Kerbeck has “done all of California, not just Malibu, a critical public service."- CA State Senator, Henry Stern LOS ANGELES, CA, US, November 16, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Robert Kerbeck of the highly acclaimed nonfiction book, “ …

Cybercrime To Cost The World $10.5 Trillion Annually By 2025

Every U.S. business is under cyberattack SAUSALITO, CA, USA, November 16, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cybersecurity Ventures predicts global cybercrime costs will grow by 15 percent per year over the next five years, reaching $10.5 trillion USD …

An Online Prayer Meeting for Religious People Around the World to End COVID-19

SOUTH KOREA, November 16, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid the corona crisis, which causes about 500,000 confirmed cases and 8,000 deaths a day worldwide, a Korean-based religious organization called Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the …

Shincheonji-Kirche Jesu veranstaltete Online-Gebetsveranstaltung

Gebetsveranstaltung für das Ende von COVID-19 vor der Gruppenplasmaspende von 4.000 Mitgliedern SOUTH KOREA, November 16, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- □ Die Shincheonji Kirche Jesu, der Tempel des Zeltes des Zeugnisses (Vorsitzender Lee Man-hee, …