Three arrested over murder of two students

Police in Soin, Kericho County, have arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of two secondary school students whose bodies were found in a sugarcane plantation

By Nikko Tanui 20 days ago

Water and sanitation providers seek Sh3 trillion investment in Ruto's Vision 2060

Water and sanitation providers have asked President William Ruto to allocate at least Sh3 trillion to the water sector under his Vision 2060 development agenda.

By Nikko Tanui 22 days ago

Water firms seek cheaper electricity tariffs amid rising operating costs

Water companies have urged the government to stop charging them commercial electricity tariffs, saying the high cost of power is driving up the cost of providing essential water services to Kenyans.

By Nikko Tanui 25 days ago

Villagers unite to fight illegal logging, charcoal burning in Tendeno Forest

Alarmed by the destruction of the forest, the residents have teamed up with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) to strengthen surveillance and ensure the forest is protected

By Nikko Tanui 30 days ago

Bishop Rotich asks government to intervene over Londiani forest, Samburet estate

Catholic Diocese of Kericho calls on the government to urgently intervene to stop the alleged destruction of the Londiani Forest Block and address rising tensions over land at the Samburet Tea Estate.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

MPs urge voters to elect more female candidates to achieve gender rule

More than 10 women MPs have urged Kenyans to elect more female leaders in the 2027 elections, saying increased representation is the only way to achieve the two-thirds gender rule.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Family faces losing car as Sh514,600 SHA claim remains unresolved

A Kericho family says a delayed SHA claim of Sh514,600 has left them facing the possible sale of their car over an unpaid hospital bill incurred before their mother's death.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Farmers urge Tea Board of Kenya to withdraw new levy

Farmers in Kericho have called on the Tea Board of Kenya to withdraw the newly introduced 0.8 per cent tea levy.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Violence erupts at disputed Samburet estate as motorcycles burn, youths injured

Violence erupted at the disputed 1,200-acre Samburet Estate along the Kericho–Nakuru border on Friday after rival groups claiming ownership of the land clashed, leaving several injured

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Doctors' strike cripples healthcare services in Kericho

The strike began after negotiations between the KMPDU and the county government failed to reach an agreement.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Kericho residents plant trees to mark Father's Day

Hundreds of Kericho residents and cyclists marked Father's Day by planting trees at Moi Gardens as part of ongoing efforts to promote environmental conservation and increase forest cover.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Utumishi fire tragedy victims laid to rest

Families buried victims of the Utumishi Girls fire tragedy as grief, tributes and renewed calls for school safety reforms marked emotional ceremonies.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Row erupts over appointments to Kericho County Public Service Board

The county assembly's rejection of two nominees to the Kericho County Public Service Board has sparked accusations of marginalisation from a section of residents.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Ruto's allies defend Sh4.8 trillion budget

President William Ruto’s allies have rallied behind the Sh4.8 trillion 2026/2027 budget.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

KTGA condemns court order violations at Sambret estate

KTGA has condemned alleged court order violations at Sambret Estate, citing threats to workers, environmental conservation and investor confidence.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Senator Cheruiyot blasts Judiciary over 'Lenient' sentences for demonstrators

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has sharply criticised the judiciary over what he termed as lenient punishment handed to individuals arrested during protests.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Cheruiyot tells off Uhuru over attacks on Ruto

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot criticised former President Uhuru Kenyatta over his attacks on President William Ruto.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

MCAs oppose new coffee buyer in Kericho amid legal dispute

Kericho MCAs oppose a new coffee buyer, citing legal concerns and threats to cooperative societies.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Three arrested over murder of two students

Police in Soin, Kericho County, have arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of two secondary school students whose bodies were found in a sugarcane plantation

By Nikko Tanui 20 days ago

Water and sanitation providers seek Sh3 trillion investment in Ruto's Vision 2060

Water and sanitation providers have asked President William Ruto to allocate at least Sh3 trillion to the water sector under his Vision 2060 development agenda.

By Nikko Tanui 22 days ago

Water firms seek cheaper electricity tariffs amid rising operating costs

Water companies have urged the government to stop charging them commercial electricity tariffs, saying the high cost of power is driving up the cost of providing essential water services to Kenyans.

By Nikko Tanui 25 days ago

Villagers unite to fight illegal logging, charcoal burning in Tendeno Forest

Alarmed by the destruction of the forest, the residents have teamed up with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) to strengthen surveillance and ensure the forest is protected

By Nikko Tanui 30 days ago

Bishop Rotich asks government to intervene over Londiani forest, Samburet estate

Catholic Diocese of Kericho calls on the government to urgently intervene to stop the alleged destruction of the Londiani Forest Block and address rising tensions over land at the Samburet Tea Estate.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

MPs urge voters to elect more female candidates to achieve gender rule

More than 10 women MPs have urged Kenyans to elect more female leaders in the 2027 elections, saying increased representation is the only way to achieve the two-thirds gender rule.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Family faces losing car as Sh514,600 SHA claim remains unresolved

A Kericho family says a delayed SHA claim of Sh514,600 has left them facing the possible sale of their car over an unpaid hospital bill incurred before their mother's death.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Farmers urge Tea Board of Kenya to withdraw new levy

Farmers in Kericho have called on the Tea Board of Kenya to withdraw the newly introduced 0.8 per cent tea levy.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Violence erupts at disputed Samburet estate as motorcycles burn, youths injured

Violence erupted at the disputed 1,200-acre Samburet Estate along the Kericho–Nakuru border on Friday after rival groups claiming ownership of the land clashed, leaving several injured

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Doctors' strike cripples healthcare services in Kericho

The strike began after negotiations between the KMPDU and the county government failed to reach an agreement.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Kericho residents plant trees to mark Father's Day

Hundreds of Kericho residents and cyclists marked Father's Day by planting trees at Moi Gardens as part of ongoing efforts to promote environmental conservation and increase forest cover.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Utumishi fire tragedy victims laid to rest

Families buried victims of the Utumishi Girls fire tragedy as grief, tributes and renewed calls for school safety reforms marked emotional ceremonies.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Row erupts over appointments to Kericho County Public Service Board

The county assembly's rejection of two nominees to the Kericho County Public Service Board has sparked accusations of marginalisation from a section of residents.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Ruto's allies defend Sh4.8 trillion budget

President William Ruto’s allies have rallied behind the Sh4.8 trillion 2026/2027 budget.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

KTGA condemns court order violations at Sambret estate

KTGA has condemned alleged court order violations at Sambret Estate, citing threats to workers, environmental conservation and investor confidence.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Senator Cheruiyot blasts Judiciary over 'Lenient' sentences for demonstrators

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has sharply criticised the judiciary over what he termed as lenient punishment handed to individuals arrested during protests.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Cheruiyot tells off Uhuru over attacks on Ruto

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot criticised former President Uhuru Kenyatta over his attacks on President William Ruto.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

MCAs oppose new coffee buyer in Kericho amid legal dispute

Kericho MCAs oppose a new coffee buyer, citing legal concerns and threats to cooperative societies.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Three arrested over murder of two students

Police in Soin, Kericho County, have arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of two secondary school students whose bodies were found in a sugarcane plantation

By Nikko Tanui 20 days ago

Water and sanitation providers seek Sh3 trillion investment in Ruto's Vision 2060

Water and sanitation providers have asked President William Ruto to allocate at least Sh3 trillion to the water sector under his Vision 2060 development agenda.

By Nikko Tanui 22 days ago

Water firms seek cheaper electricity tariffs amid rising operating costs

Water companies have urged the government to stop charging them commercial electricity tariffs, saying the high cost of power is driving up the cost of providing essential water services to Kenyans.

By Nikko Tanui 25 days ago

Villagers unite to fight illegal logging, charcoal burning in Tendeno Forest

Alarmed by the destruction of the forest, the residents have teamed up with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) to strengthen surveillance and ensure the forest is protected

By Nikko Tanui 30 days ago