Media Council of Kenya promotes journalism in secondary schools

The Media Council of Kenya has started an initiative to promote journalism in secondary schools to ensure future generations embrace the profession.

By James Omoro 11 days ago

UDA rejects ODM's zoning plan, says it could hurt Ruto's re-election bid

UDA officials now say zoning in favour of ODM party will spoil President William Ruto’s chances of getting more votes in Nyanza region during the 2027 General Election.

By James Omoro 11 days ago

Homa Bay leaders attack Orengo over sex remark against Governor Wanga

Women leaders allied to the ODM party in Homa Bay County want Siaya Governor James Orengo to stop sexualising politics against the female gender.

By James Omoro 16 days ago

Scholars urged to advance innovation-driven research with social impact

Universities have been urged to ensure research goes beyond theory to enhance solutions for societal problems.

By James Omoro 16 days ago

Kidero tells CS Mbadi to respect Odinga family

Former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero has accused the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi of being too harsh to Winnie Odinga and disrespectful to the Odinga family.

By James Omoro 18 days ago

Healthcare gaps leave 70 of epilepsy patients neglected

Patients with epilepsy in Homa Bay County are expected to get a sigh of relief after an organisation started a project that targets their medication.

By James Omoro 18 days ago

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You're too inexperienced to advise me, Mbadi tells Winnie Odinga

The political feud between Mbadi and members of the late Raila Odinga’s family escalated as the CS said he cannot allow Winnie to drag him into what he described as juvenile politics.

By James Omoro 19 days ago

MCA who gave fake divorce papers to woo wife is buried

Wife stunned mourners when she recounted her late husband’s covert operation that swept her off her feet.

By James Omoro 21 days ago

Alarm as thieves target primary schools in Homa Bay

Residents of Karachuonyo West sub-county in Homa Bay County have raised a concern over theft of digital learning gadgets in primary schools.

By James Omoro 30 days ago

Questions as suspect dies in police cell

Police in Homa Bay are investigating an incident where a 24-year-old suspect was found dead in a suspected case of suicide

By James Omoro 30 days ago

Fisherman killed in row over fishing ground in Homa Bay

Authorities have launched investigations into the brutal murder of a fisherman in Homa Bay following a dispute over fishing ground. 

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Sh345m modern Homa Bay market puts a smile on faces of fishmongers'

For decades, fish traders at Koginga Beach, Homa Bay County operated in makeshift structures which got muddy when it rained and dusty during the dry season. 

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Kabunde Airstrip expansion to boost trade, tourism

Homa Bay County is banking on expansion of the Sh280 million Kabunde Airstrip to boost trade, tourism and air connectivity to other parts of the country.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Kalonzo hints at United Opposition, Linda Mwananchi unity talks

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has said the Linda Mwananchi and the United Opposition are in talks to work together in the 2027 General Election.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Elders threaten to curse Luo politicians who want PS Raymond Omollo sacked

A group of elders in Ndhiwa sub-county has threatened to curse some ODM leaders from Nyanza who want sons of Homa Bay County with appointive jobs sacked.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

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Maraga: Don't elect Ruto, he will mess up this country irreparably

UGM presidential aspirant David Maraga has warned that re-electing President William Ruto in 2027 could worsen governance.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Millie Odhiambo urges ODM leaders to stop attacking Sifuna

The National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo has warned ODM leaders against attacking Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, saying this will only make him popular.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

PS Omollo calls for mutual respect between ODM-UDA leaders

Interior Principal Secretary, Raymond Omollo, has called for respect between ODM and UDA leaders in the Nyanza region ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Court orders exhumation of 35-year-old man's body in Kisumu burial dispute

A court has ordered the exhumation of a 35-year-old man’s body after a burial dispute between his family and a woman accused of burying him without consent.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Homa Bay farmers count losses as hippos destroy crops

Several farmers in Homa Bay County are counting losses after hippos destroyed their crops.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Thee dead in road accident involving two motorcycles

Three people died in a head-on motorcycle crash in Homa Bay.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

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ODM plans youth convention to chart way forward amid rift with UDA

The tension between ODM-UDA appears to be deepening after the faction allied to Oburu Oginga announced plans for public participation to seek views from their supporters on the way forward.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

New bid to improve security in Lake Victoria

The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) has begun a Sh4.6 billion project to boost security and safety to reduce deaths in Lake Victoria.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Getting an E or D is not failure, education experts tell learners

It became evident that getting an E or a D is not a failure in an academic journey.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Homa bay nurses call off strike after nine days

Homa-Bay nurses end strike after 9 days.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Sikri College for the Blind and Deaf Elevated to National Polytechnic

 Sikri Technical and Vocational College for the Blind and Deaf in Kasipul Constituency upgraded to National Polytechnic.

By James Omoro 1 month ago

Court halts vetting of Wanga's deputy, CECM nominees

A Kisumu court has halted the ongoing vetting and approval process for the Homa Bay Deputy Governor nominee and two CEM nominees

By James Omoro 2 months ago

KUSNET wants Ruto's pledges made in State House six months ago fulfilled

The Kenya Union of Special Needs Education Teachers wants the government to fulfill its promise of promotion it gave teachers in the State House six months ago.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

Relief to South Nyanza residents after completion of Sh1.5b electricity project

The project was officially opened by President William Ruto during his tour of Home Bay.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

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Ruto to Gachagua: You wasted five years in Parliament

President William Ruto accused former deputy Rigathi Gachagua of wasting five years in parliament, amid ongoing public disputes between them.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

Relief as vulnerable students get school fees

At least 1000 vulnerable students in Rangwe Constituency have got a sigh of relief after receiving financial support for paying their school fees.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

Wetangula calls on leaders to shun divisive politics

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula wants political leaders to avoid divisive politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. 

By James Omoro 2 months ago

Firm embarks on restocking endangered tilapia species in Lake Victoria

A project of restocking endangered species of tilapia known as Oreochromis esculentus has begun in Lake Victoria, Homa Bay County.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

Floods displace more than 300 families in Homa Bay

More than 300 families have been displaced from their homes by floods following heavy downpour in Kobala sub-location, Rachuonyo North sub-county, Homa Bay County.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

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How Wanga re-election bid could be affected by Magwanga quitting

The resignation of Oyugi Magwanga as Homa Bay Deputy Governor is expected to reshape the county’s political landscape and influence the race for governor in next year’s election.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

Family calls for justice over woman's murder

A family is pleading for justice over the murder of a 45-year-old woman in Homa Bay County.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

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From attractive portraits to romantic texts: Why online relationship appeals are on surge

What was once whispered through family networks, church circles or trusted friends has migrated to the digital square. Social media posts now read like classified adverts of the heart.

By James Omoro 2 months ago

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Inside Gladys Wanga, PS Omollo cold wars

The recent removal of four MCAs associated with PS Omollo from County Assembly committees laid bare the bad blood between the Governor and the PS.

By James Omoro 3 months ago

Why Wanga, Omollo are in silent war

A quiet but intensifying political standoff is brewing between Gladys Wanga and Raymond Omollo over influence and control in Homa Bay County.

By James Omoro 3 months ago

Nyanza leaders rally behind PS Omollo

Leaders from Nyanza have thrown their weight behind Raymond Omollo, backing him as President William Ruto’s point man in the region.

By James Omoro 3 months ago