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Governors reject Sh420 billion as equitable share, demand more

Governor Fernandes Barasa, who is also the chairperson of the CoG Finance and Economic Planning Committee, said county governments require Sh534 billion for the financial year commencing July 1, 2026.

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Schools struggle to implement CBE over teacher shortage, poor infrastructure

School principals from Malava Constituency, have expressed reservations over the implementation of CBE due to teacher shortage, inadequate learning materials and lack of laboratories.

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NHC, Masinde Muliro University ink deal to construct Sh90m lecture hall

Masinde Muliro University and NHC have signed a partnership to construct a modern hall complex for Sh90 million to curb the accommodation crisis amid the rising student population.

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Mumias factory plans to layoff over 500 cane loaders

Kakamega leaders have opposed a plan by Mumias Sugar Company to replace 500 cane loaders and harvesters with loading machines, citing massive loss of jobs.

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State moves to quell uncertainty over Sh683 billion gold project

An 11-member committee has been formed to unlock gold potential in Western.

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Two shot dead as forest rangers battle illegal sand harvesters

Two people were shot dead after they confronted forest rangers who had gone to arrest suspected illegal sand harvesters in Nabanga village, Lurambi constituency, Kakamega County.

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Governor Lusaka assents to Bill to streamline livestock sale yards

The new law provides a clear legal framework for the regulation and management of livestock sale yards, a move expected to significantly strengthen the county’s agriculture sector.

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How Western governors are crafting campaign plan for Ruto's re-election

Western governors have started a series of grassroots meetings to consolidate support for Ruto and unite the region to speak in one voice and have bargaining power ahead of the 2027 polls.

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East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions

The government now says a landmark trade agreement with China remains on track, dismissing concerns that geopolitical tensions with the US have stalled the long-delayed deal.

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Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has accused cartels and corrupt cooperative officials of denying coffee farmers in Bungoma County good earnings.

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Wetang'ula says Parliament to prioritise people-centred legislation

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has pledged that Parliament will prioritise people-centred legislation, fiscal discipline, and robust oversight.

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Seven killed as matatu rams into trailer along Webuye-Eldoret road

Western Regional Police Commander Isaa Mohamud Confirmed the incident stating that a number of people are in critical condition.

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ODM demands more, bigger jobs to support Ruto

A political showdown is looming between ODM and President William Ruto as the party demands the deputy presidency slot to guarantee their re-election support.

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Governor Otuoma sends 30 revenue officials on compulsory leave

Busia Governor Paul Otuoma has sent 30 officials of the County Revenue Agency on compulsory leave over alleged corruption.

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PHOTOS: Wetang'ula gains regional support for top seat in 2032

Leaders from across the country have called on the people of Western Kenya to unite in support of the Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.

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Governors accuse Mbadi of delaying disbursement of Sh27 billion to counties

Barsa said counties are facing serious financial strain after receiving Sh23 billion of the Sh50 billion supplementary allocation under the County Governments Act of 2025.

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KDF officer, brother arrested in fatal assault on sibling after family dispute

The body of the deceased has been taken to Kakamega County Funeral Parlour for preservation, pending a post-mortem examination.

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Three miners die after gold mine collapses in Ikolomani

Mayama said the collapse was caused by the weakened structure of the pit.

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Funeral trip turns tragic as nine family members die in accident

A journey that was meant to end with the burial of a grandmother turned tragic when nine members of a family perished in a road accident along the Limuru–Naivasha road.

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Despite the mixed bag, opposition's base grows

If the mixed results of the by-elections are anything to go by, the opposition’s support base is rapidly growing in the region.

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Nurses' union boss faces MCA in tight contest for Malava seat

Panyako served as the Secretary-General of the Kenya National Union of Nurses since 2013.

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Kakamega level six hospital to be completed in nine months

The 750-bed capacity facility’s construction began in 2016 and was recently allocated Sh2 billion by the national government to facilitate completion.

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Court hearing set as mediation fails in artiste, SDA Church case

The artiste had sued the SDA Church and several of its leaders for barring her from performing in its churches.

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Cybercrimes law protects children, fights cults, Wetang'ula says

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has defended the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, saying it seeks to protect the sanctity of the family unit.

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Luhya unity remains a mirage as politicians, parties scramble for space

ODM, which is the dominant party in western Kenya is also facing uncertainty following the death of party leader Raila Odinga.

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Confusion as MCA aspirant for Kisa East returns ODM certificate

The aspirant said he was returning the ticket to the party after his name had already been forwarded to DAP-K.

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'If tired of ODM, just leave,' Osotsi tells rebel Western leaders

Osotsi said that ODM is a party that has fought for the rights of Kenyans

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Governors reject Sh420 billion as equitable share, demand more

Governor Fernandes Barasa, who is also the chairperson of the CoG Finance and Economic Planning Committee, said county governments require Sh534 billion for the financial year commencing July 1, 2026.

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Schools struggle to implement CBE over teacher shortage, poor infrastructure

School principals from Malava Constituency, have expressed reservations over the implementation of CBE due to teacher shortage, inadequate learning materials and lack of laboratories.

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NHC, Masinde Muliro University ink deal to construct Sh90m lecture hall

Masinde Muliro University and NHC have signed a partnership to construct a modern hall complex for Sh90 million to curb the accommodation crisis amid the rising student population.

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Mumias factory plans to layoff over 500 cane loaders

Kakamega leaders have opposed a plan by Mumias Sugar Company to replace 500 cane loaders and harvesters with loading machines, citing massive loss of jobs.

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State moves to quell uncertainty over Sh683 billion gold project

An 11-member committee has been formed to unlock gold potential in Western.

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Two shot dead as forest rangers battle illegal sand harvesters

Two people were shot dead after they confronted forest rangers who had gone to arrest suspected illegal sand harvesters in Nabanga village, Lurambi constituency, Kakamega County.

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Governor Lusaka assents to Bill to streamline livestock sale yards

The new law provides a clear legal framework for the regulation and management of livestock sale yards, a move expected to significantly strengthen the county’s agriculture sector.

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How Western governors are crafting campaign plan for Ruto's re-election

Western governors have started a series of grassroots meetings to consolidate support for Ruto and unite the region to speak in one voice and have bargaining power ahead of the 2027 polls.

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East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions

The government now says a landmark trade agreement with China remains on track, dismissing concerns that geopolitical tensions with the US have stalled the long-delayed deal.

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Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has accused cartels and corrupt cooperative officials of denying coffee farmers in Bungoma County good earnings.

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Wetang'ula says Parliament to prioritise people-centred legislation

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has pledged that Parliament will prioritise people-centred legislation, fiscal discipline, and robust oversight.

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Seven killed as matatu rams into trailer along Webuye-Eldoret road

Western Regional Police Commander Isaa Mohamud Confirmed the incident stating that a number of people are in critical condition.

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ODM demands more, bigger jobs to support Ruto

A political showdown is looming between ODM and President William Ruto as the party demands the deputy presidency slot to guarantee their re-election support.

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