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Bobasi residents protest against poor state of road, blame leaders

The locals claim that the Igare-Mochengo-Nyachki road was designated for tarmacking over 10 years ago, but they allege that the project was redirected to the neighboring ward.

Bobasi residents protest against poor state of road, blame leaders

Families turn ancestral farming land in Kisii into trading centres

Families turn ancestral farming land in Kisii into trading centres

Family in search of 11 members believed to have joined Makenzi

Family in search of 11 members believed to have joined Makenzi

Two murder suspects in a love affair that turned sour held in investigation

Two murder suspects in a love affair that turned sour held in investigation

Suspect likely be surcharged Sh3.3 million for personation

Okombo, alias Daudi Ochoi Magero is alleged to have fraudulently secured a job at the TSC using academic certificates Daudi Ochoi Magero alias Duncan Ochoi Magero.

Suspect likely be surcharged Sh3.3 million for personation

Puzzle of junior employee's Sh25m salary raises queries

March payslip showed the staff at Ekerenyo Market was paid Sh25,018,852 in special allowance. Human Resource Director termed the pay an error, but some staff blame incompetence and corruption.

Puzzle of junior employee's Sh25m salary raises queries

Did woman who died in delivery room have premonition on her death?

I don't want my Mother to break down in tears in front of cameras, denying any of my past behaviour and character while I was alive. I would wish to take full responsibility

Did woman who died in delivery room have premonition on her death?

Ruto to launch digital lab in 3-day tour of Gusii region

President Ruto will visit Nyamira County on Thursday, March 23, Kisii on Friday, and Kuria on Saturday.

By 2 months ago

Ruto to launch digital lab in 3-day tour of Gusii region

Baby Sagini accuses grandmother of gouging out his eyes

Baby Sagini said his grandmother Rael Nyakerario could have been among the people who gouged his eyes using hands and other weapons.

By 2 months ago

Baby Sagini accuses grandmother of gouging out his eyes

Archbishop Ole Sapit rules out debate on LGBTQ

Ole Sapit said the church has a mission to change the perception that the country is ready for LGTBQ. “We have our cultures and norms to safeguard,” he said.

By 2 months ago

Archbishop Ole Sapit rules out debate on LGBTQ

Education CS calls for increased student uptake in key ICT courses

CS Machogu said the country has achieved notable success with start-ups that have grown to create employment opportunities for Kenyans.

By 2 months ago

Education CS calls for increased student uptake in key ICT courses

Why Fred Matiang'i's rise to power in Gusiiland is facing uncertainty

The former CS was seen as the best candidate to fill the late Nyachae’s shoes but he is currently battling several controversies with President William Ruto’s administration.

By 2 months ago

Why Fred Matiang'i's rise to power in Gusiiland is facing uncertainty

State to build 8,000 laboratories in Junior Secondary Schools

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu said the laboratories will cost the Government Sh 10 billion and cover at least 40 per cent of what is required.

By 3 months ago

State to build 8,000 laboratories in Junior Secondary Schools

Senator Nyamu faces disciplinary team over Dubai debacle

Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu will appear before the United Democratic Alliance Disciplinary Committee today over her alleged ‘shameful’ conduct.

By 3 months ago

Senator Nyamu faces disciplinary team over Dubai debacle

Cost of managu hits Sh8,000 per sack as drought persists in Kisii

Managu is in the family of several species of vegetables known as African nightshades that are popular in Kenya and commonly consumed as leafy vegetables and herbs.

By 3 months ago

Cost of managu hits Sh8,000 per sack as drought persists in Kisii

Four in hospital as UDA and ODM youths clash

Four boda boda riders were admitted to the Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital. A police officer in riot gear was also pelted with a stone, sustaining minor injuries.

By 3 months ago

Four in hospital as UDA and ODM youths clash

Keep off Matiang'i, Azimio tells Ruto

Opposition leaders fault raid on former CS’ home, saying there was mischief in it. Raila brigade accuses Ruto and his team of failing to address high cost of living

By 3 months ago

Keep off Matiang'i, Azimio tells Ruto

MP seeks probe into 'missing' Sh17 million meant for road

In the financial year 2021/2022, the MP says a total of Sh17.5 million was allocated for the road after KERRA advertised it for opening, grading and gravelling together with culverts.

By 3 months ago

MP seeks probe into 'missing' Sh17 million meant for road

Azimio postpones meeting as leaders call for tolerance

Former Governor James Ongwae said the region should not be seen as rebellious to the Kenya Kwanza administration.

By 3 months ago

Azimio postpones meeting as leaders call for tolerance

Court drops attempted murder charges against three

The court issued the orders, arguing that it was for the interest of the minor and the affected family members.

By 4 months ago

Court drops attempted murder charges against three

TSC suspends five teachers over pupil's viral indecent act video

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has interdicted five teachers from Itumbe DOK in Kisii county over a video showing pupils engaging in an indecent act.

By 4 months ago

TSC suspends five teachers over pupil's viral indecent act video

Ward rep loses seat in petition, vows to challenge ruling

Keroka Law Courts Magistrate Bethuel Kimutai said there were no counter folds in some ballot boxes used in the August 9 election.

By 4 months ago

Ward rep loses seat in petition, vows to challenge ruling

Murder suspect detained for 14 days pending investigations

The suspect appeared in court even as the region continues to experience an increasing number of murder cases.

By 4 months ago

Murder suspect detained for 14 days pending investigations

Governor Arati yet to release staff audit report

Simba Arati is yet to release a staff headcount report for the 5,900 staff, more than a month after he launched the exercise.

By 4 months ago

Governor Arati yet to release staff audit report

Will CS Eliud Owalo's overtures soften Nyanza's heart for Ruto?

The CS has been traversing the larger Luo Nyanza region, distributing relief food, meeting with sections of local leaders and launching free internet connectivity in major towns.

By 4 months ago

Will CS Eliud Owalo's overtures soften Nyanza's heart for Ruto?

Youth in Kisii begin tree planting project, performing arts to stop drug abuse

Kisii has been one of the most affected areas by drug and substance abuse, particularly among young people.

By 4 months ago

Youth in Kisii begin tree planting project, performing arts to stop drug abuse

Blinded: Family feud dims baby Sagini's future

Three-year-old Baby Sagini was found dumped at his family’s banana plantation on Thursday with his face covered with blood after being kidnapped on Wednesday evening.

By 5 months ago

Blinded: Family feud dims baby Sagini's future

No arrests yet in case of 3-year-old boy whose eyes were gouged out

No arrest has been made so far even as police officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations camp the area to find out what could have led to such an inhumane act.

By 5 months ago

No arrests yet in case of 3-year-old boy whose eyes were gouged out

Pain for farmers as potato factory's doors remain shut

Migori County’s Sh117m Getong’anya sweet potato processing factory’s gates have remained closed since it was launched in March.

By 5 months ago

Pain for farmers as potato factory's doors remain shut

Teachers in new demand for 60 per cent pay rise

Oyuu said KNUT will use the conference to also discuss and deliberate on the employment of more teachers to cushion and curb teacher shortage in the country.

By 5 months ago

Teachers in new demand for 60 per cent pay rise

KCPE results set to be released next week, says CS

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu said no untoward incidents were witnessed during the three-day examination period.

By 5 months ago

KCPE results set to be released next week, says CS

Arati, Onyonka cut political ties over 'broken' pre-election pact

Onyonka said that Arati had gone against a pre-election pact that could have awarded him 25 per cent of the county government jobs.

By 5 months ago

Arati, Onyonka cut political ties over 'broken' pre-election pact

Arati plans to spend Sh10m in his bid to rid Kisii of ghost workers

Arati said some of the staff had presented fake documents for their employment in the county after presenting himself for the staff headcount exercise at Kisii Agricultural Centre..

By 6 months ago

Arati plans to spend Sh10m in his bid to rid Kisii of ghost workers

Widows of former Bonchari MP battle to control family estate

Judge Rose Ougo has ordered former Bonchari MP Oroo Oyioka’s first wife to file for grant of letters of administration.

By 6 months ago

Widows of former Bonchari MP battle to control family estate

University staff want more robust debate on pension deductions

University employees are against the implementation of a proposal to increase social security fund deductions without public participation.

By 6 months ago

University staff want more robust debate on pension deductions

Traders cry foul over notice to leave Usenge market

The traders said county officials have been threatening to demolish their structures and confiscate their goods without giving them an alternative area for their businesses.

By 7 months ago

Traders cry foul over notice to leave Usenge market

Suspect likely be surcharged Sh3.3 million for personation

Okombo, alias Daudi Ochoi Magero is alleged to have fraudulently secured a job at the TSC using academic certificates Daudi Ochoi Magero alias Duncan Ochoi Magero.

Suspect likely be surcharged Sh3.3 million for personation

Puzzle of junior employee's Sh25m salary raises queries

March payslip showed the staff at Ekerenyo Market was paid Sh25,018,852 in special allowance. Human Resource Director termed the pay an error, but some staff blame incompetence and corruption.

Puzzle of junior employee's Sh25m salary raises queries

Did woman who died in delivery room have premonition on her death?

I don't want my Mother to break down in tears in front of cameras, denying any of my past behaviour and character while I was alive. I would wish to take full responsibility

Did woman who died in delivery room have premonition on her death?

Ruto to launch digital lab in 3-day tour of Gusii region

President Ruto will visit Nyamira County on Thursday, March 23, Kisii on Friday, and Kuria on Saturday.

By 2 months ago

Ruto to launch digital lab in 3-day tour of Gusii region

Baby Sagini accuses grandmother of gouging out his eyes

Baby Sagini said his grandmother Rael Nyakerario could have been among the people who gouged his eyes using hands and other weapons.

By 2 months ago

Baby Sagini accuses grandmother of gouging out his eyes

Archbishop Ole Sapit rules out debate on LGBTQ

Ole Sapit said the church has a mission to change the perception that the country is ready for LGTBQ. “We have our cultures and norms to safeguard,” he said.

By 2 months ago

Archbishop Ole Sapit rules out debate on LGBTQ

Education CS calls for increased student uptake in key ICT courses

CS Machogu said the country has achieved notable success with start-ups that have grown to create employment opportunities for Kenyans.

By 2 months ago

Education CS calls for increased student uptake in key ICT courses

Why Fred Matiang'i's rise to power in Gusiiland is facing uncertainty

The former CS was seen as the best candidate to fill the late Nyachae’s shoes but he is currently battling several controversies with President William Ruto’s administration.

By 2 months ago

Why Fred Matiang'i's rise to power in Gusiiland is facing uncertainty

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