Homa Bay County begins developing climate change adaption plan

The plan is aimed at mitigating the impact of the adverse climatic conditions by addressing the drivers.

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How elders enable sex pests to evade justice

The family of the perpetrator engages the survivor’s relatives for settlement.  Among the 214 girls who attended anti-natal clinic, 40 were HIV positive.

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The late Asiyo eulogised as mother of affirmative action

While serving in the seventh parliament in April 1997, Asiyo tabled an affirmative action motion. The motion was aimed at dealing with the exclusion of women in Kenyan politics.

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Homa Bay nurses threaten to down tools

Nurses in Homa Bay have threatened to down their tools if their grievances are not addressed.

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Court frees Rigathi allies and 35 others on bond in terror linked case

Prosecution claims the suspects face serious charges such as terrorism. But the magistrate ruled that there was no reason for them to remain behind bars.

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Veteran politician Phoebe Asiyo dies at 93

According to her son, Caesar Asiyo, she died of a stroke.

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Gold discovery excites locals, cuts fishing pressure on Lake Victoria

Residents of Masangura in Homa Bay County are optimistic about a huge change in their fortunes following the discovery of gold in the area.

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Marathon initiative launched seeks to boost tourism in Homa Bay

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)'s Kennedy Ochieng, said the event will enhance the conservation of roan antelopes.

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Muslims urged to hold special prayers as leaders eulogise Chief Kadhi

Leaders in the area, led by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, condoled with Muslims over the death of the Kadhi.

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Grief as farmhand kills her boss' daughter before hanging himself

According to a police report, Ida’s mother, Pamela Audi, left her daughter at home with the farmhand when she was going to Kisumu last week.

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Family wants police to probe death of kin in custody

The family of a 29-year-old fisherman who died in police custody in Homa Bay County wants further investigations into the matter.

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Wanga accuses Gachagua of using Gen Z 'for power'

ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga has alleged that opposition leaders are using the Gen Z-led demonstrations to usurp power through the backdoor.

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Ndhiwa farmers bank on sheep rearing project to boost livelihood

The more than 2,000 needy farmers from Ndhiwa Constituency are expected to boost their livelihoods after being supported to start the venture.

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Ojwang's family unhappy about M-Pesa reversals

The family of the slain blogger and teacher, Albert Ojwang, has raised concerns over theft and reversal of funds submitted via M-Pesa for Albert’s burial.

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Farmers bank on weather forecast information to boost production

A section of farmers in Mbita sub-county, Homa Bay County, have benefited from training on how to use weather forecast information to boost crop production. 

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Stop treating us like criminals, youths tell State

The youth in Homa Bay County want the government to avoid perceiving them as hooligans when they advocate for their rights through peaceful demonstrations.

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PSs urge Kenyans to embrace SHA for affordable care

Five Principal Secretaries (PSs) have urged Kenyans to register with the Social Health Authority (SHA) to access free and affordable medical care.

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Man seeks justice after police assault

A 36-year-old fisherman has been hospitalised after he was allegedly assaulted by police over a disagreement with his female neighbour at Ringiti Island, Homa Bay County.

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Albert Ojwang's family wants DIG Lagat prosecuted

The family of slain teacher and social media influencer Albert Ojwang wants the Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat arrested and prosecuted.

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Albert Ojwang's family denies filing petition over his death

The family of slain teacher Albert Ojwang’s family has refuted a report that it is a party to a petition seeking the removal of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Eliud Lagat from office.

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Magistrate shortage stalls justice for girl defiled by uncle

Senators expose justice delays in a girl's defilement case amid court backlogs.

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Man arrested for defiling his adopted daughter in Mfangano Island

A 38-year-old man has been arrested in Homa Bay County for allegedly defiling his 12-year-old adopted daughter.

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MCAs clash over Majority Leader impeachment bid

Tension gripped the Homa Bay County Assembly as a planned ouster of Majority Leader Richard Ogindo led to a dramatic confrontation, with factions clashing physically at the assembly.

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"He was my only child": Ojwang's mother mourns son's death in police custody

She vividly recalled how a group of police officers arrested her son on Sunday while the family was having lunch.

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Three men die under different circumstances in Homa Bay

In Rachuonyo South Sub-County, a 29-year-old businessman identified as Fred Omondi committed suicide in his shop.

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Three men arrested in connection with their brother's murder

Three men have been arrested in Homa Bay in connection with the murder of their brother.

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Set up central plastic dumpsites in municipalities, rights groups urge county

The CSO officials want the county to establish a dumping site in each municipality.

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CS Joho urged to start programme for empowering women in aquaculture

She called on the Cabinet Secretary for Blue Economy, Hassan Joho, to launch a dedicated programme for supporting women engaging in aquaculture.

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Family loses two children in a sand quarry

A family in Homa Bay County is in grief after two of their kin drowned in a quarry at Owiro village in Ramba location within Rachuonyo East Sub-County on Friday evening.

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Agency revives Lambwe forest after ethnic feud and arson

Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWDA) has embarked on an intense tree-planting exercise to restore the Lambwe forest in Homa Bay.

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Patients in Homa Bay call for increased funding for non-communicable diseases

Patients with non-communicable diseases in Homa Bay want the county government to create a special budget for purchasing drugs for their conditions.

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Wanga denies starting early campaigns for Kasipul by-election

A section of Kasipul residents believe that Wanga’s frequent visits to the constituency are politically motivated, aimed at supporting a candidate of her choice.

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Patient dies by suicide in Homa Bay County Referral Hospital

A patient hanged himself on Sunday inside a toilet at Homa Bay County Teaching and Referral Hospital.

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Projects windfall for Homa Bay ahead of Madaraka Day fete

Several modern markets are also being built across the county, including a fish market at Koginga Beach in Homa Bay Town, costing Sh345.8 million.

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MP Owino wants ODM to declare elected party officials in Ndhiwa

Ndhiwa MP Martin Owino wants ODM to make public the list of officials elected in the last grassroots elections to avoid party leadership confusion.

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Shofco Sacco opens branch in Kakamega, eyes underserved population

Community-based savings and credit cooperative, Shofco Sacco Limited at the weekend unveiled its fifth branch in Kakamega, as it targets the underserved traders and local

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Magwanga escapes alleged gun attack after death of Kasipul MP

According to Magwanga, a group of gangsters who wanted to harm him attempted to attack him next to his home.

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Wanga wants all ODM members to support broad based government

ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has urged party members to avoid attacking the broad-based government, which she says will transform the lives of many citizens.

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Ruto's allies defend track record

Senior State officials have told the opposition leaders to stop criticising the government over alleged unfulfilled promises.

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Form three girl fatally stabbed by boyfriend, younger brother hospitalised

Residents who rushed to the scene after the family raised the alarm took her to Magunga Level Four Hospital, where she was pronounced dead on arrival.

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