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Nairobi, Kenya, November 29, 2024 – The Kenya National Private Security Workers Union (KNPSWU) and its General Secretary, Isaac G.M. Andabwa, are at the center of controversy following allegations of mismanagement, corruption, and failure to represent the rights of private security officers. A whistleblower, claiming to be a shop steward under the union’s umbrella, has leveled serious accusations against Andabwa’s leadership. The allegations, brought to light through a detailed statement sent to activist Cyprian Nyakundi, paint a picture of a union in disarray, marked by poor governance, financial mismanagement, and neglect of its core mandate. Leadership and Mismanagement The whistleblower accused Andabwa of running the union with a "micromanaging leadership style" that has failed to address the pressing issues faced by private security officers, including poor working conditions, inadequate pay, and lack of representation. Instead, Andabwa is accused of relying ...

In a significant move to address hunger and climate change, the youth-led SMACHS Foundation has unveiled 82 Youth Ambassadors to spearhead sustainable initiatives in 46 counties across Kenya. The newly launched programme, announced during a ceremony at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) in Nairobi, aims to equip young leaders aged 18 to 32 with the tools and knowledge to champion climate-smart agriculture and engage communities in transformative farming practices. SMACHS Foundation Founder and Patron, Ms. Charlene Ruto, highlighted the central role of youth in combating these dual challenges. “Young people are not merely victims of climate change and food insecurity—they are innovators, entrepreneurs, and agents of change,” she said. “Through their creativity, leadership, and skills, they have the power to transform food production and drive climate action for a sustainable future.” Under the foundation’s flagship strategy, The 30 Things, the ambassadors will focus on mobi...