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Savula faults Raila over mixed signals on Ruto support, loyalty
Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has criticised ODM leader Raila Odinga for failing to clarify whether he fully supports President William Ruto or remains aligned to the opposition.
By 16 days ago
Savula faults Raila over mixed signals on Ruto support, loyalty
President Ruto's shoot to leg order warrants ICC prosecution-Lawyer
Lawyer Edgar Busiega has said that if this order is carried out, President Ruto could be held liable for offences under the Rome Statute and international laws.
By 17 days ago
President Ruto's shoot to leg order warrants ICC prosecution-Lawyer
KDF to complete stalled Sh10 billion hospital in six months
Construction of the 750-bed-capacity facility in the Western region stalled four years ago. 
By 19 days ago
KDF to complete stalled Sh10 billion hospital in six months
Kakamega county, Jacaranda Health launch construction of Sh90m maternity ward
Expectant mothers are set to benefit from the construction of a Sh90 million modern maternity ward at Likuyani Sub-County Hospital, Kakamega.
By 21 days ago
Kakamega county, Jacaranda Health launch construction of Sh90m maternity ward
Police arrest 67 youths in Western during Saba Saba protests
Police officers in the Western region have arrested 67 youths from Kakamega and Bungoma counties over claims of attempting to loot seven supermarkets during Saba Saba anniversary protests
By 23 days ago
Police arrest 67 youths in Western during Saba Saba protests
Police pursue suspected serial killer as 20 people murdered
Police officers in Kakamega are pursuing a man believed to be behind suspected ritual murders that have left over 20 people dead in one month.
By 27 days ago
Police pursue suspected serial killer as 20 people murdered
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Kingpin politics splits Western leaders, threatens push for Luhya unity
With about two years to the 2027 General Election, Western leaders have intensified efforts to unite the region to ensure it votes as a bloc
By 1 month ago
Kingpin politics splits Western leaders, threatens push for Luhya unity
Retrain police on human rights and gun use, says Savula
Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has called for reforms in the recruitment and training of police officers.
By 1 month ago
Retrain police on human rights and gun use, says Savula
Kenya backs youth, women, PWDs to power economy through MSME boost
The government is now banking on youth, women, and persons with disability under Micro Small Medium Enterprises to spur the country's economy.
By 1 month ago
Kenya backs youth, women, PWDs to power economy through MSME boost
I will not hand over power to opposition, they lack plan- Ruto
Ruto accused the opposition of promoting tribalism, division, and hatred, speaking with an angry and harsh tone towards Kenyans.
By 1 month ago
I will not hand over power to opposition, they lack plan- Ruto
MP Salasya criticises Ruto allies for misleading Kenyans with token gifts, alms
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has questioned the source of millions of shillings dished out to vulnerable groups by Kenya Kwanza coalition leaders through the empowerment programme.
By 1 month ago
MP Salasya criticises Ruto allies for misleading Kenyans with token gifts, alms
Police officer detained over robbery attempt
Police in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, are holding their colleague for allegedly attacking and assaulting a 31-year-old man in a robbery attempt.
By 1 month ago
Police officer detained over robbery attempt
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Old guards face rebellion as Western Kenya rethinks its future
With new leaders and parties emerging, the days of ODM and UDA dominance in Western Kenya may be numbered.
By 1 month ago
Old guards face rebellion as Western Kenya rethinks its future
Doctors end 41-day strike after signing a return-to-work formula
Doctors in Kakamega have signed a return-to-work agreement with the county government, ending a 41-day strike.
By 2 months ago
Doctors end 41-day strike after signing a return-to-work formula
Police give Malala 72-hour ultimatum over Kakamega rally chaos
The regional police boss stated that the DCP’s Deputy Party Leader did not notify police of the Saturday political rally and procession.
By 2 months ago
Police give Malala 72-hour ultimatum over Kakamega rally chaos
Malala to be charged over Saturday chaos in Kakamega
Democracy for the Citizens (DCP) Deputy Party Leader, Cleophas Malala, will be arrested and charged over the Saturday chaos that rocked the party's political rally in Kakamega.
By 2 months ago
Malala to be charged over Saturday chaos in Kakamega
Kindiki warns Gachagua as Western leaders push NCIC to summon ex-DP
Deputy President Professor Kithure Kindiki has warned his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, against inciting Kenyans.
By 2 months ago
Kindiki warns Gachagua as Western leaders push NCIC to summon ex-DP
EACC arrests two Mumias Level 4 hospital staff over alleged bribe in tender payment
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested two Mumias Level Four hospital staff for allegedly soliciting a Sh200,000 bribe to facilitate tender payment.
By 2 months ago
EACC arrests two Mumias Level 4 hospital staff over alleged bribe in tender payment
Tough times for patients as county fail to strike deal with doctors
A healthcare crisis looms after doctors in Kakamega County fail to reach an agreement.
By 2 months ago
Tough times for patients as county fail to strike deal with doctors
CS Mulongo suspends construction of eco-hotel in Ngong forest
Environment CS Dr Deborah Mulongo has suspended the construction of an eco-hotel in Ngong Forest next to the sanctuary in Nairobi County.
By 2 months ago
CS Mulongo suspends construction of eco-hotel in Ngong forest
Government to issue certificates to 700,000 Jua Kali artisans
The government is set to issue certificates to 700,000 Jua Kali artisans this year under the Recognition of Prior Learning policy in a bid to formalise the sector.
By 2 months ago
Government to issue certificates to 700,000 Jua Kali artisans
KPLC has lost Sh30m in Busia due to vandalism
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) Busia substation has lost Sh30 million in the last 12 months to criminals vandalising and stealing electricity poles, cables, and wires.
By 2 months ago
KPLC has lost Sh30m in Busia due to vandalism
Nurses threaten to join doctors in a strike
A health crisis is looming in the country after the Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) yesterday threatened to join a doctors' strike over unmet promises.
By 2 months ago
Nurses threaten to join doctors in a strike
Kakamega County signs agreement to tackle GBV, Teen Pregnancy
Kakamega County partners to fight GBV, Teenage Pregnancy with legal support from four Pro-Bono Lawyers.
By 2 months ago
Kakamega County signs agreement to tackle GBV, Teen Pregnancy
25 family members hospitalised after consuming milk from a sick cow
At least 25 family members have been admitted to Webuye County Hospital and Bokoli health facility after consuming contaminated milk in Bunjosi village, Bungoma County.
By 2 months ago
25 family members hospitalised after consuming milk from a sick cow
Ruto's SGR, road projects with China hailed by Western leaders
Leaders from Western Kenya have hailed plans to extend the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) from Naivasha to Malaba and the expansion of the Nairobi–Nakuru–Malaba highway.
By 3 months ago
Ruto's SGR, road projects with China hailed by Western leaders
Ruto's allies claim Uhuru is inciting youth, blame him for gambling crisis
Politicians allied to President William Ruto’s have accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of inciting the youth against the government.
By 3 months ago
Ruto's allies claim Uhuru is inciting youth, blame him for gambling crisis
Heartfelt tributes flow as football icon Sammy Obingo is laid to rest
Mourners eulogised him as a mentor and a leader who transformed the country’s sport and contributed to its growth.
By 3 months ago
Heartfelt tributes flow as football icon Sammy Obingo is laid to rest
Ghost Kakamega Airstrip turns into hideout for criminal gangs
Once a critical economic hub, the Airstrip is now overrun by cattle, plagued by crime. Residents accuse both national and county leaders of neglecting the facility.
By 3 months ago
Ghost Kakamega Airstrip turns into hideout for criminal gangs
Khalwale faults state's bid to secure overseas jobs for youth
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale says it is a shame for the government to export labor to countries with a small economy and population, instead of making Kenya an economic hub.
By 3 months ago
Khalwale faults state's bid to secure overseas jobs for youth
Kabras Sugar survive Oilers scare to defend Kenya Cup title
The millers were crowned the 2024/25 Kenya Cup champions following a 27-26 win over Menengai Oilers at Kakamega ASK Showground Saturday.
By 3 months ago
Kabras Sugar survive Oilers scare to defend Kenya Cup title
Governors urge senators to reject proposed revenue formula
The CoG said that the sharing formula will see most counties losing millions if approved.
By 3 months ago
Governors urge senators to reject proposed revenue formula
Khalwale accuses Ruto of betraying Western region
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has hit out at President William Ruto for allegedly shifting his development agenda from the Western region to Nyanza.
By 3 months ago
Khalwale accuses Ruto of betraying Western region
Night of horror: Man hacked to death, wife's tongue chopped off
Jacob Chapia, 75, was brutally hacked to death by a gang, allegedly hired by his relatives over a land dispute in Ikoli village, Malava Constituency, Kakamega County.
By 3 months ago
Night of horror: Man hacked to death, wife's tongue chopped off
Ten counties flagged for bypassing official payroll systems to pay staff
Ten counties in the Western and Nyanza regions have been flagged by the Controller of Budget for processing staff salaries outside of the approved payroll systems.
By 4 months ago
Ten counties flagged for bypassing official payroll systems to pay staff
Three dead in Kakamega after drunk driver hits pedestrian, motorbike
Shinyalu sub-County acting OCPD Masai Kamau said the driver of the pickup, who was under the influence of alcohol, was speeding when he lost control.
By 4 months ago
Three dead in Kakamega after drunk driver hits pedestrian, motorbike
KUPPET demands the ongoing teacher's promotion stopped, wants parliament to investigate TSC
Emuhaya MP Omboko Milemba said the union has written a petition to the National Assembly Education Committee protesting the formula being used terming it unfair and discriminatory.
By 4 months ago
KUPPET demands the ongoing teacher's promotion stopped, wants parliament to investigate TSC
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Gang masquerading as traffic police erects roadblocks, robs motorists
A gang masquerading as police officers erects a roadblock and wear police uniforms before they order motorists and pedestrians to stop for inspection and rob them of valuables and money.
By 4 months ago
Gang masquerading as traffic police erects roadblocks, robs motorists
Bishop Obanyi: No political rallies at funerals in Kakamega, Vihiga
Bishop Joseph Obanyi’s bold directive follows increasing political disruptions at funerals. He stressed that funerals should remain peaceful, allowing families to grieve with dignity.
By 4 months ago
Bishop Obanyi: No political rallies at funerals in Kakamega, Vihiga
Police arrest three suspects, recover 26 cattle
Police arrested three suspected cattle rustlers and recovered 26 stolen cows from Siaya, Kakamega, and Busia counties
By 4 months ago
Police arrest three suspects, recover 26 cattle