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Suspects in lawyer's killing identified

Persons of interest in the murder of city lawyer Kyalo Mbobu have already been identified with interrogations ongoing, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed.

By Anne Atieno and Emmanuel Kipchumba 10 days ago

Grief as family mourns death of their 18-year-old kin killed in cold blood

Kevin Bhoke aged 18 is said to have been stabbed to death by an unknown assailant moments after he had come from his mother's house.

By Anne Atieno 11 days ago

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Dalmas Otieno: The defiant Moi-era minister who knew how to survive politically

Dalmas Otieno was among Kanu leaders from Nyanza who withstood pressure as most leaders swore allegiance to opposition doyen Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.

By Hudson Gumbihi and Anne Atieno 14 days ago

Police probes drowning of a guard in Sony Sugar Company pool

Police reports indicate that the security guard had reported for duty on Sunday morning.

By Anne Atieno 19 days ago

Man hangs himself after denied chance to bury wife

Preliminary reports indicate that the man was involved in a burial dispute with another man who also claimed to be the woman's husband.

By Anne Atieno 20 days ago

Police in Migori pursue man who raped and murdered mother-in-law,

Police in Migori County are pursuing a man for allegedly murdering a woman and torturing her elderly mother-in-law before setting them ablaze at Bugambero village in Mabera.

By Anne Atieno 25 days ago

Police hunt for man who killed son over food

Police in Migori County are searching for a 63-year-old man who allegedly killed his son over food in South Sakwa, Awendo Sub-County .

By Anne Atieno 26 days ago

Health officials raise concern over cross-border TB management

Health officials drawn from Kenya and Tanzania have raised concerns over challenges that hamper cross-border tuberculosis (TB) management.

By Anne Atieno 26 days ago

Outrage in Homa Bay as man buried without coffin over stinginess claims

The relatives, instead of preparing a burial celebration, only wrapped the man in a blanket and buried him without a coffin.

By Anne Atieno 27 days ago

Police launch manhunt for man who killed his mother's inheritor

According to police reports, the man is purported to have used a kitchen knife to stab the 39-year-old inheritor severely.

By Anne Atieno 28 days ago

Construction of Sh2.5 billion hospital to help lessen burden of sickle cell patients

He lauded the construction of the special hospital whose foundation culminated after a two-day free medical camp in Migori, where over 800 patients benefited.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Migori nurses call off strike after agreement

Nurses in Migori County have suspended their strike following an agreement with Governor Ochillo Ayacko's administration.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

President woos Raila turf with more goodies

Ruto laid the ground for the construction of 300 units in the affordable housing project in Awendo town.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Shock as DCI officer loses pistol in unclear circumstances

Police in Migori have detained their colleague after he lost a firearm loaded with 15 bullets under unclear circumstances

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Migori nurses vow to continue with strike over unmet demands

The nurses are demanding implementation of the salary structure of 2024, promotion and redesignation and implementation of the return-to-work formula of 2017.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Police launch manhunt for suspect in illegal ivory trade, arrest one

Police have since launched their investigations and are in hot pursuit of the suspect, whose whereabouts remain unknown.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Why breastfeeding is on the decline among Kenyan mothers

According to data from the Ministry of Health, exclusive breastfeeding went down from 62 per cent in 2014 to 60 per cent in 2022.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

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In a man's world, she raised the headroom for women, lit the way

She was one of a kind. A golden dove that fought through a male chauvinism storm to sow seeds of hope for thousands of women across the country.

By James Omoro and Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Migori police investigate killing of businessman

Police in Migori County are investigating an incident where a businessman was killed at his shop in Nyabohanse area in Kuria West Sub-County.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Sugarcane farmers want state to clear Sh300 million arrears

Sugarcane farmers in Migori County now want the government to clear Sh300 million arrears owed to them.

By Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Mining ministry moves to fast-track issuance of licenses to miners

The Ministry of Mining is fast-tracking the issuance of licenses amid concerns by artisanal miners over difficulty in the acquisition of individual licenses.

By Anne Atieno 2 months ago

Gachagua under fire after 'Raila is irrelevant' comments while abroad

Mr Gachagua conducted his first official engagement with the Kenyan diaspora in Seattle, Washington State, three days ago.

By Anne Atieno 2 months ago

Twin dormitories unveiled for Migori learners living with disability

The National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya trustees has unveiled Sh4 million twin dormitories for learners living with disabilities in Migori County.

By Anne Atieno 2 months ago

Farmers told to join common interest groups to get market, increased income

Farmers in Migori County have been encouraged to join Saccos and Cooperatives to enable them to access better markets, increase income, and benefit from government grants.

By Anne Atieno 2 months ago

Police nab bhang worth Sh13.7 million

Police in Migori are holding a man after they nabbed bhang worth Sh13.7 million.

By Anne Atieno 2 months ago

Relief for Ayacko as MCAs endorse Sh10.8b budget

The administration aims at sourcing its Sh8.39 billion from equitable share, Sh1.67 billion in conditional grants, and Sh760 million from own source revenue.

By Anne Atieno 2 months ago

Migori County Assembly approves Sh10.8 billion budget

Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko has received a boost in his quest to implement community projects after members of the county assembly endorsed a Sh10.8 billion budget for 2025/2026.

By Anne Atieno 2 months ago

Migori County donates assistive devices to 50 children with disabilities

Some 50 children living with disability in Migori county have gotten relief after the devolved unit donated assistive devices worth Sh1.5 million.

By Anne Atieno 3 months ago

State targets firearm hotspots in Kuria amid rising insecurity

The County Commissioner issued a stern warning to criminals terrorising residents in Kuria East and Kuria West, cautioning them against continued lawlessness.

By Anne Atieno 3 months ago

Family of man killed by mob demands justice

A family in Migori County is seeking justice after their kin was lynched by a mob in an alleged mistaken identity case.

By Anne Atieno 3 months ago

Otiende Amollo warns Gachagua of lifetime ban over divisive politics

Amollo said MPs did not regret impeaching Gachagua, as one cannot be the Deputy President of a nation and claim that only part of that nation is entitled to development.

By Anne Atieno 3 months ago

National Construction Authority accredits over 400 construction workers

The National Construction Authority, in collaboration with the office of Migori Woman Representative Fatuma Mohammed, has trained and accredited over 400 construction workers in Migori.

By Anne Atieno 3 months ago

Ruto begins four-day tour in Nyanza with bag of goodies

Yesterday, several government officials were racing against time to ensure that the projects were ready for the President's inspection.

By Anne Atieno and Harold Odhiambo 3 months ago

CS Mbadi asks MPs to back Finance Bill, criticises 'propaganda' from Nyoro

Mbadi urged those criticising his proposed budget to examine it more carefully, emphasising that even funds for sugar reforms had been included in the bill.

By Anne Atieno 3 months ago

Migori County Assembly passes Sh12.1 billion

Migori County Assembly has passed a Sh12.15 billion supplementary budget with more focus placed on health and clearing of pending bills.

By Anne Atieno 4 months ago

Gender stakeholders call for protection, restoration of boy child's dignity

Gender stakeholders are calling for the protection and restoration of the boy child's dignity.

By Anne Atieno 4 months ago

Four remain in custody as 49 released in controversial Rongo church case

The release of the 49 comes even as police continue investigations into the activities of the church.

By Anne Atieno 4 months ago

Nurses demand better working conditions

Nurses are now demanding the implementation of policies, a better working environment, and the addressing of staff shortages.

By Anne Atieno 4 months ago

Owalo urges institutions to embrace AI in learning

Eliud Owalo, has challenged tertiary institutions in the country to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital literacy across all fields of study.

By Anne Atieno 4 months ago

Governor Ayacko urges Ruto to prioritise development projects in Migori

Governor Ochilo Ayacko has challenged President William Ruto to prioritise development in the county, saying they are doing their best to create a conducive environment for service delivery.

By Anne Atieno 4 months ago