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Trans Nzoia County approves payment of Sh1 billion pending bills
Contractors in Trans-Nzoia County have reason to be optimistic following the County Assembly's approval of Sh1 billion to pay accrued pending bills.
By 17 days ago
Trans Nzoia County approves payment of Sh1 billion pending bills
St Joseph's Boys vs St Anthony's Boys tie abandoned as referees rescued from irate fans
The game at Ndura Sports Complex Kitale was abandoned in the 80th minute after the referee failed to award a controversial penalty to St Joseph’s Boys.
By 1 month ago
St Joseph's Boys vs St Anthony's Boys tie abandoned as referees rescued from irate fans
Policeman under scrutiny over widow's death
A police officer in Trans-Nzoia County is under scrutiny regarding the mysterious death of a widow that occurred on Sunday night.
By 1 month ago
Policeman under scrutiny over widow's death
Elijah Masinde's followers join Mau Mau fighters in fight for colonial compensation
Some communities that suffered historical injustices have joined a push by Mau Mau fighters to seek compensation from the British government.
By 1 month ago
Elijah Masinde's followers join Mau Mau fighters in fight for colonial compensation
Millions gone, Suam One Stop Border Point in limbo
African Development Bank invested Sh100 million in the Suam One Stop Border Point which was supposed to be completed in 2022.
By 1 month ago
Millions gone, Suam One Stop Border Point in limbo
Mau Mau war veterans to hold nine-day Madaraka fete in push for compensation
The grassroots mobilisation efforts by the Mau Mau War Veterans Association have led to the establishment of county teams for better coordination among affected families.
By 1 month ago
Mau Mau war veterans to hold nine-day Madaraka fete in push for compensation
'Commando' returns: Governor Natembeya receives heroic welcome in Kitale
Transport along the highway was paralysed as hundreds of jubilant traders in Kiminini abandoned their businesses and broke into dance as the convoy passed.
By 1 month ago
'Commando' returns: Governor Natembeya receives heroic welcome in Kitale
Murkomen warns leaders against political hooliganism
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned political hooligans of stern action.
By 2 months ago
Murkomen warns leaders against political hooliganism
Leaders fault Wetangula, MPs over Nzoia Sugar deal
A section of Western Kenya leaders have accused the Speaker Moses Wetangula and some local MPs of failure to protect the interests of sugar cane farmers the region.
By 2 months ago
Leaders fault Wetangula, MPs over Nzoia Sugar deal
Leaders slam Wetangula and Ruto over Nzoia sugar lease
The leaders faulted Wetangula and some MPs for supporting the 30-year lease of Nzoia sugar company to businessman Jaswat Rai.
By 2 months ago
Leaders slam Wetangula and Ruto over Nzoia sugar lease
Sudanese family in agony as kin goes missing from rental house in Kitale
Rev Tang said on the material day his son had walked to a nearby shop to buy some items never to return to the house.
By 2 months ago
Sudanese family in agony as kin goes missing from rental house in Kitale
I am best fit to succeed Ruto, says Wetangula
He believes Ruto will win a second term and later set the stage for him to ascend to the country's top office.
By 2 months ago
I am best fit to succeed Ruto, says Wetangula
Bishop abandons former MCA's burial after political chaos erupt
A burial ceremony for former Sikhendu MCA Eric Musumba in Trans Nzoia County descended into chaos, forcing Kitale ACK Bishop Emmanuel Chemengich to walk out in protest.
By 2 months ago
Bishop abandons former MCA's burial after political chaos erupt
Natembeya vows not to succumb to intimidation, impeachment threats
Natembeya claimed that unidentified vehicles had recently been spotted in Kitale, which he suspected were part of a government-led intimidation campaign.
By 3 months ago
Natembeya vows not to succumb to intimidation, impeachment threats
Former Sikhendu Ward Rep Musumba dies in road accident
Musumba passed on at Cherangany Nursing Home, where he had been hospitalised since he was involved in a road accident last week and sustained serious injuries.
By 3 months ago
Former Sikhendu Ward Rep Musumba dies in road accident
School launches sexuality education, pad drive to boost girls' education
Tabani Friends Secondary School has launched a menstrual and health empowerment initiative aimed at reducing school dropout rates and early pregnancies among its female students.
By 3 months ago
School launches sexuality education, pad drive to boost girls' education
Famed 'misheveve' chief retires
Protus Wechuli, a senior chief in Trans-Nzoia County who rose to national fame after a video of him recounting a crime went viral, has retired.
By 3 months ago
Famed 'misheveve' chief retires
Youths invade farms, burn houses at disputed scheme
A group of youths on Thursday evening descended on the Nuiyapong area, attacking the residents before torching houses.
By 3 months ago
Youths invade farms, burn houses at disputed scheme
Governor Natembeya alleges plot to kick him out of office
Natembeya said the impeachment scheme is being bankrolled by politicians who he failed to name, and a deliberate move to block him from ascending to high office.
By 6 months ago
Governor Natembeya alleges plot to kick him out of office
Natembeya: I don't regret telling the president the truth
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has vowed to speak boldly on issues affecting Kenyans despite intimidation from Kenya Kwanza leaders.
By 6 months ago
Natembeya: I don't regret telling the president the truth
Masengeli's tournament empowers youth through sports and awareness
Masengeli initiated cash prizes to winners of sport activities among youth to tame vice in Trans-Nzoia County.
By 6 months ago
Masengeli's tournament empowers youth through sports and awareness
Tvet: Ogamba calls for more student numbers
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has directed principals of Tvet institutions to conduct nationwide marketing campaigns with a target of enrolling over two million youth by 2025.
By 7 months ago
Tvet: Ogamba calls for more student numbers
Catholic Priest in Trans Nzoia arrested, charged with defilement
A Catholic Church Priest accused of defiling a minor has been arraigned in a Kitale law court.
By 7 months ago
Catholic Priest in Trans Nzoia arrested, charged with defilement
Family's joy as 78-year-old man gets ID after 38 years of waiting
A family of a physically challenged man is celebrating after their kin secured a national identification card after decades of failed attempts.
By 8 months ago
Family's joy as 78-year-old man gets ID after 38 years of waiting
Trans Nzoia County approves payment of Sh1 billion pending bills
Contractors in Trans-Nzoia County have reason to be optimistic following the County Assembly's approval of Sh1 billion to pay accrued pending bills.
By 17 days ago
Trans Nzoia County approves payment of Sh1 billion pending bills
St Joseph's Boys vs St Anthony's Boys tie abandoned as referees rescued from irate fans
The game at Ndura Sports Complex Kitale was abandoned in the 80th minute after the referee failed to award a controversial penalty to St Joseph’s Boys.
By 1 month ago
St Joseph's Boys vs St Anthony's Boys tie abandoned as referees rescued from irate fans
Policeman under scrutiny over widow's death
A police officer in Trans-Nzoia County is under scrutiny regarding the mysterious death of a widow that occurred on Sunday night.
By 1 month ago
Policeman under scrutiny over widow's death
Elijah Masinde's followers join Mau Mau fighters in fight for colonial compensation
Some communities that suffered historical injustices have joined a push by Mau Mau fighters to seek compensation from the British government.
By 1 month ago
Elijah Masinde's followers join Mau Mau fighters in fight for colonial compensation
Millions gone, Suam One Stop Border Point in limbo
African Development Bank invested Sh100 million in the Suam One Stop Border Point which was supposed to be completed in 2022.
By 1 month ago
Millions gone, Suam One Stop Border Point in limbo
Mau Mau war veterans to hold nine-day Madaraka fete in push for compensation
The grassroots mobilisation efforts by the Mau Mau War Veterans Association have led to the establishment of county teams for better coordination among affected families.
By 1 month ago
Mau Mau war veterans to hold nine-day Madaraka fete in push for compensation
'Commando' returns: Governor Natembeya receives heroic welcome in Kitale
Transport along the highway was paralysed as hundreds of jubilant traders in Kiminini abandoned their businesses and broke into dance as the convoy passed.
By 1 month ago
'Commando' returns: Governor Natembeya receives heroic welcome in Kitale
Murkomen warns leaders against political hooliganism
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned political hooligans of stern action.
By 2 months ago
Murkomen warns leaders against political hooliganism
Leaders fault Wetangula, MPs over Nzoia Sugar deal
A section of Western Kenya leaders have accused the Speaker Moses Wetangula and some local MPs of failure to protect the interests of sugar cane farmers the region.
By 2 months ago
Leaders fault Wetangula, MPs over Nzoia Sugar deal
Leaders slam Wetangula and Ruto over Nzoia sugar lease
The leaders faulted Wetangula and some MPs for supporting the 30-year lease of Nzoia sugar company to businessman Jaswat Rai.
By 2 months ago
Leaders slam Wetangula and Ruto over Nzoia sugar lease
Sudanese family in agony as kin goes missing from rental house in Kitale
Rev Tang said on the material day his son had walked to a nearby shop to buy some items never to return to the house.
By 2 months ago
Sudanese family in agony as kin goes missing from rental house in Kitale
I am best fit to succeed Ruto, says Wetangula
He believes Ruto will win a second term and later set the stage for him to ascend to the country's top office.
By 2 months ago
I am best fit to succeed Ruto, says Wetangula
Bishop abandons former MCA's burial after political chaos erupt
A burial ceremony for former Sikhendu MCA Eric Musumba in Trans Nzoia County descended into chaos, forcing Kitale ACK Bishop Emmanuel Chemengich to walk out in protest.
By 2 months ago
Bishop abandons former MCA's burial after political chaos erupt
Natembeya vows not to succumb to intimidation, impeachment threats
Natembeya claimed that unidentified vehicles had recently been spotted in Kitale, which he suspected were part of a government-led intimidation campaign.
By 3 months ago
Natembeya vows not to succumb to intimidation, impeachment threats
Former Sikhendu Ward Rep Musumba dies in road accident
Musumba passed on at Cherangany Nursing Home, where he had been hospitalised since he was involved in a road accident last week and sustained serious injuries.
By 3 months ago
Former Sikhendu Ward Rep Musumba dies in road accident
School launches sexuality education, pad drive to boost girls' education
Tabani Friends Secondary School has launched a menstrual and health empowerment initiative aimed at reducing school dropout rates and early pregnancies among its female students.
By 3 months ago
School launches sexuality education, pad drive to boost girls' education
What organisations can do to survive after Trump's aid freeze
Opinion
By John Wahome and Peter Mwaura
3 hrs ago
Mo Ibrahim cautions against Ruto's push for African credit rating agency
Financial Standard
By Graham Kajilwa
3 hrs ago
Murder in Ward 7B: Mysterious Kalombotole and KNH horror
National
By Jacinta Mutura and Nancy Gitonga
3 hrs ago
Court frees Boniface Mwangi as terrorism charges collapse
National
By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Rayvon Kipng'eno
3 hrs ago
Ground shifting beneath Ruto, Raila feet in Western
National
By Biketi Kikechi
3 hrs ago
Broken promise: Inside collapse of UNOPS Habitat Heights project
National
By Maurice Oniango
3 hrs ago