Ruto allocates Sh400 million for construction of stalled Kakamega Airstrip

President Ruto says government has set aside Sh400 million for the construction and rehabilitation of the stalled Kakamega Airstrip, promising that the facility will soon be operational.

By 22 days ago

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Ruto slams opposition, pushes Busia growth

He criticises opponents, urging Western Kenya to embrace government-led development projects. He unveils Sh1.1 billion plans for infrastructure, sports, and education projects for locals.

By 23 days ago

DCP candidate withdraws from Malava race in favour of DAP-K's Panyako

DCP candidate Edgar Busiega said his decision to withdraw from the contest was made in good faith after wide consultations with supporters.

By 25 days ago

Court frees nurse accused of raping patient in hospital

The nurse denied the charges and was released on a bond of Sh200,000 with a surety of a similar amount.

By 1 month ago

ODM rift deepens as Oparanya, Barasa clash over Kakamega politics

Political rivalry in Kakamega County has intensified, pitting Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and former governor Wycliffe Oparanya against his successor, Governor Fernandes Barasa.

By 2 months ago

State will clear Sh5.3b defunct NHIF pending bills, Duale says

Pending bills amounting to Sh5.3 billion from the defunct NHIF will be cleared in two months as part of ongoing reforms under the Social Health Authority. 

By 2 months ago

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Justice on sale: How racketeers at Busia courts are exploiting widows

A cartel, operating in collusion with some judicial officers, has transformed court processes into a profit-making enterprise, often leaving already vulnerable individuals in financial ruin.

By 3 months ago

Busia Chief Magistrate Nyalot says her life is in danger

Busia Chief Magistrate Edna Nyalot has revealed a scary incident when boda boda riders stormed her gate at night to demand that she recuse herself from a defilement case she was handling.

By 3 months ago

MP blames parents for rising teenage pregnancies in Matungu

Nabulindo noted that the spike in teenage pregnancies is threatening the success of free basic education in vulnerable communities like Matungu.

By 3 months ago

Mudavadi: I'll make sure UDA retains Malava seat

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will spearhead the UDA campaigns for Malava constituency by-election after the seat was left vacant following the death of MP Malulu Injendi.

By 3 months ago

Leaders root for revival of coffee farming and diversification in western region

Oparanya urge farmers to embrace coffee farming as a way to improve their livelihoods and boost the local economy, besides sugarcane farming

By 3 months ago

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Ghosted by the State: Busia school with no teachers

Parents whose children were forced to trek several kilometers to access a school believed they had finally found a solution.

By 4 months ago

Kakamega High in mourning as student collapses, dies during football match

David Owino Oduor collapsed moments after scoring a goal with a header during a casual football match at the school grounds.

By 4 months ago

Court suspends 3-month sugarcane harvesting ban

The High Court has suspended a Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) directive barring milling companies from buying sugarcane from farmers for three months.

By 4 months ago

Busia farmers plot revival as Ruto promises double cane bonus

Sugarcane farmers in Busia County have agreed on key measures aimed at reviving the troubled Busia Out-growers Company linked to Mumias Sugar Company.

By 5 months ago

Ruto allocates Sh400 million for construction of stalled Kakamega Airstrip

President Ruto says government has set aside Sh400 million for the construction and rehabilitation of the stalled Kakamega Airstrip, promising that the facility will soon be operational.

By 22 days ago

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Ruto slams opposition, pushes Busia growth

He criticises opponents, urging Western Kenya to embrace government-led development projects. He unveils Sh1.1 billion plans for infrastructure, sports, and education projects for locals.

By 23 days ago

DCP candidate withdraws from Malava race in favour of DAP-K's Panyako

DCP candidate Edgar Busiega said his decision to withdraw from the contest was made in good faith after wide consultations with supporters.

By 25 days ago

Court frees nurse accused of raping patient in hospital

The nurse denied the charges and was released on a bond of Sh200,000 with a surety of a similar amount.

By 1 month ago

ODM rift deepens as Oparanya, Barasa clash over Kakamega politics

Political rivalry in Kakamega County has intensified, pitting Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and former governor Wycliffe Oparanya against his successor, Governor Fernandes Barasa.

By 2 months ago

State will clear Sh5.3b defunct NHIF pending bills, Duale says

Pending bills amounting to Sh5.3 billion from the defunct NHIF will be cleared in two months as part of ongoing reforms under the Social Health Authority. 

By 2 months ago

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Justice on sale: How racketeers at Busia courts are exploiting widows

A cartel, operating in collusion with some judicial officers, has transformed court processes into a profit-making enterprise, often leaving already vulnerable individuals in financial ruin.

By 3 months ago

Busia Chief Magistrate Nyalot says her life is in danger

Busia Chief Magistrate Edna Nyalot has revealed a scary incident when boda boda riders stormed her gate at night to demand that she recuse herself from a defilement case she was handling.

By 3 months ago

MP blames parents for rising teenage pregnancies in Matungu

Nabulindo noted that the spike in teenage pregnancies is threatening the success of free basic education in vulnerable communities like Matungu.

By 3 months ago

Mudavadi: I'll make sure UDA retains Malava seat

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will spearhead the UDA campaigns for Malava constituency by-election after the seat was left vacant following the death of MP Malulu Injendi.

By 3 months ago

Leaders root for revival of coffee farming and diversification in western region

Oparanya urge farmers to embrace coffee farming as a way to improve their livelihoods and boost the local economy, besides sugarcane farming

By 3 months ago

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Ghosted by the State: Busia school with no teachers

Parents whose children were forced to trek several kilometers to access a school believed they had finally found a solution.

By 4 months ago

Kakamega High in mourning as student collapses, dies during football match

David Owino Oduor collapsed moments after scoring a goal with a header during a casual football match at the school grounds.

By 4 months ago

Court suspends 3-month sugarcane harvesting ban

The High Court has suspended a Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) directive barring milling companies from buying sugarcane from farmers for three months.

By 4 months ago

Busia farmers plot revival as Ruto promises double cane bonus

Sugarcane farmers in Busia County have agreed on key measures aimed at reviving the troubled Busia Out-growers Company linked to Mumias Sugar Company.

By 5 months ago

Ruto allocates Sh400 million for construction of stalled Kakamega Airstrip

President Ruto says government has set aside Sh400 million for the construction and rehabilitation of the stalled Kakamega Airstrip, promising that the facility will soon be operational.

By 22 days ago

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Ruto slams opposition, pushes Busia growth

He criticises opponents, urging Western Kenya to embrace government-led development projects. He unveils Sh1.1 billion plans for infrastructure, sports, and education projects for locals.

By 23 days ago

DCP candidate withdraws from Malava race in favour of DAP-K's Panyako

DCP candidate Edgar Busiega said his decision to withdraw from the contest was made in good faith after wide consultations with supporters.

By 25 days ago

Court frees nurse accused of raping patient in hospital

The nurse denied the charges and was released on a bond of Sh200,000 with a surety of a similar amount.

By 1 month ago

ODM rift deepens as Oparanya, Barasa clash over Kakamega politics

Political rivalry in Kakamega County has intensified, pitting Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and former governor Wycliffe Oparanya against his successor, Governor Fernandes Barasa.

By 2 months ago

State will clear Sh5.3b defunct NHIF pending bills, Duale says

Pending bills amounting to Sh5.3 billion from the defunct NHIF will be cleared in two months as part of ongoing reforms under the Social Health Authority. 

By 2 months ago

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Justice on sale: How racketeers at Busia courts are exploiting widows

A cartel, operating in collusion with some judicial officers, has transformed court processes into a profit-making enterprise, often leaving already vulnerable individuals in financial ruin.

By 3 months ago

Busia Chief Magistrate Nyalot says her life is in danger

Busia Chief Magistrate Edna Nyalot has revealed a scary incident when boda boda riders stormed her gate at night to demand that she recuse herself from a defilement case she was handling.

By 3 months ago

MP blames parents for rising teenage pregnancies in Matungu

Nabulindo noted that the spike in teenage pregnancies is threatening the success of free basic education in vulnerable communities like Matungu.

By 3 months ago

Mudavadi: I'll make sure UDA retains Malava seat

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will spearhead the UDA campaigns for Malava constituency by-election after the seat was left vacant following the death of MP Malulu Injendi.

By 3 months ago