Doctors' strike cripples health services in Kakamega
The doctors downed their tools over unfulfilled promises in the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), paralysing public health services.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 26 days ago
Doctors' strike cripples health services in Kakamega
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 Benard Lusigi 26 days 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 Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 Benard Lusigi 1 month ago
Khalwale faults state's bid to secure overseas jobs for youth
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Sh3.1b for Bukhungu Stadium project released, says parliamentary watchdog
The Committee Chairperson, Dan Wanyama, said the government has already released the Sh3.1 billion for the completion of the stadium.
By Benard Lusigi and Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago
Sh3.1b for Bukhungu Stadium project released, says parliamentary watchdog
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 Benard Lusigi 1 month ago
Kabras Sugar survive Oilers scare to defend Kenya Cup title
TSC denies transfer of Butere Girls principal amid 'Echoes of War' controversy
This comes as Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba strongly criticised the school's administration for breaching national regulations by allowing a non-teacher to direct the play.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 month ago
TSC denies transfer of Butere Girls principal amid 'Echoes of War' controversy
Parents, residents express anger over mistreatment of Butere Girls students over play performance
The parents claimed they had been hoping the government would allow their children to perform Echoes of War without unnecessary drama by State agents.
By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 1 month ago
Parents, residents express anger over mistreatment of Butere Girls students over play performance
Busia residents protest Sh700 fee demand for IDs
When Jane Achieng', from the Bumala area in Butula Constituency, Busia County, got employment, she was elated to secure a job amid a high rate of unemployment in the country.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 month ago
Busia residents protest Sh700 fee demand for IDs
Butere Girls' parents break silence on student mistreatment
Parents and residents of Butere Girls are now demanding accountability from the government after the school's students were barred from performing their play, 'Echoes of War.
By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 1 month ago
Butere Girls' parents break silence on student mistreatment
EACC moves to stop sale of institute's property in Sh15b dispute
EACC has sought to be enjoined in a case in which a private developer wants to auction Matili Technical Training Institute's property over what the commission terms a "fraudulent debt".
By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 1 month ago
EACC moves to stop sale of institute's property in Sh15b dispute
EACC moves to court to stop auction of Matili institute's property
EACC has sought to be enjoined in a case where a private developer wants to auction Matili Technical Training Institute's property over what the commission calls a 'fraudulent debt'.
By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 1 month ago
EACC moves to court to stop auction of Matili institute's property
Govt, Kakamega School launch air pollution detector to fight climate change
Kakamega School has become the latest institution in the country to embrace environmental responsibility with the launch of an air quality monitoring station to curb the effects of climate change.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 month ago
Govt, Kakamega School launch air pollution detector to fight climate change
Governors urge senators to reject proposed revenue formula
The CoG said that the sharing formula will see most counties losing millions if approved.
By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago
Governors urge senators to reject proposed revenue formula
Kakamega presiding officers allegedly abducted, tortured during ODM primaries
Tension grew high in Kakamega County on Tuesday following the alleged abduction of two presiding officers who took part in the ODM party grassroots elections.
By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 1 month ago
Kakamega presiding officers allegedly abducted, tortured during ODM primaries
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 Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 Benard Lusigi 2 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 Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Ten counties flagged for bypassing official payroll systems to pay staff
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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 Benard Lusigi 2 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 Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Bishop Obanyi: No political rallies at funerals in Kakamega, Vihiga
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 Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
KUPPET demands the ongoing teacher's promotion stopped, wants parliament to investigate TSC
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 Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Three dead in Kakamega after drunk driver hits pedestrian, motorbike
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 Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Police arrest three suspects, recover 26 cattle
Governor, elders vow to block West Kenya takeover of Mumias ethanol plant
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa and the Wanga Kingdom Council of Elders have vowed to block attempts by the West Kenya Sugar Company to run the ethanol plant at Mumias Sugar.
By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Governor, elders vow to block West Kenya takeover of Mumias ethanol plant
Busia county intensifies efforts to curb malaria
Busia County Government Department of Health and Sanitation has partnered with the End Malaria Council to curb malaria cases.
By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Busia county intensifies efforts to curb malaria
Student held for allegedly murdering girlfriend for declining abortion
Police in the Navakholo Constituency are holding a 19-year-old Form Four student for allegedly murdering a Form Two student for refusing to abort her one month old pregnancy.
By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Student held for allegedly murdering girlfriend for declining abortion
Two brothers killed in an accident while coming from a friend's funeral
Three people, including two brothers returning from a friend's burial killed in road accident at Mundika market on the Busia-Kisumu Highway.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago
Two brothers killed in an accident while coming from a friend's funeral
Ruto denies gov't spent Sh104b on SHA system
Ruto said SHA is a corruption free scheme that will send money directly to the health facility to cater for drugs and ensure people money is paid for the person who has been served.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago
Ruto denies gov't spent Sh104b on SHA system
Natembeya heckled, mic cut off at Malulu's funeral
Angry mourners switched off the microphone he was using while criticising President William Ruto's policies at the home of the late Malava MP Malulu Injendi.
By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago
Natembeya heckled, mic cut off at Malulu's funeral
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Raila leaves supporters guessing yet again
It was mixed signals as ODM leader Raila Odinga declared that he would follow the voice of his supporters even as party honchos said they now await his big announcement.
By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago
Raila leaves supporters guessing yet again
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Cracks widen in ODM as groups organise parallel anniversary fete
A storm is brewing in Raila Odinga's ODM party after a group of youths and party officials vowed to hold a parallel event to mark the 20th anniversary of the party in Busia today.
By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 3 months ago
Cracks widen in ODM as groups organise parallel anniversary fete
Ruto leads nation in mourning Malava MP Malulu as leaders describe him as a selfless leader
President Ruto has led the country in mourning, Malava MP Malulu Injendi who passed away today at Aga Khan hospital while undergoing treatment.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago
Ruto leads nation in mourning Malava MP Malulu as leaders describe him as a selfless leader
Blow for Mudavadi as allies unveil new political party
Led by former Secretary General, Dr Barack Muluka, the allies said the new party, Umoja Summit Party-Kenya (USP-K), seeks to unite the Western region ahead of the 2027 elections.
By Bernard Lusigi, Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago
Blow for Mudavadi as allies unveil new political party
We will not support Ruto's reelection, ODM leaders say
Several allies of opposition leader Raila Odinga have declared that they did not join government and are now preparing to take power in the 2027 election.
By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago
We will not support Ruto's reelection, ODM leaders say
Barasa wins appeal against impeached board members, paves way for recruitment
Kakamega County Governor Barasa wins an appeal against his CPSB, which had obtained court orders allowing them to remain in office until end of their term.
By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago
Barasa wins appeal against impeached board members, paves way for recruitment
Mumias Sugar and MCAs trade blame over Ruto directive
A statement by 40 MCAs claimed that the management of Mumias Sugar Company was on a mission to frustrate the push by the government to revive the distillery.
By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago
Mumias Sugar and MCAs trade blame over Ruto directive
Boost for Kakamega rural schools over Sh20m sponsorship deal
The modern classes will host at least 200 students out of the growing population of 800 students in the entire school.
By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago
Boost for Kakamega rural schools over Sh20m sponsorship deal
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