Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang faces a tough contest from new entrants

Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang is facing a tougher re-election battle as new challengers enter the race, threatening to reshape the county's political landscape.

By Osinde Obare 13 days ago

President Ruto's allies target Natembeya

President William Ruto's allies have stepped up efforts to unseat Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya in 2027.

By Osinde Obare 16 days ago

Leaders endorse Sifuna as Luhya community presidential flagbearer for 2027 poll

A section of Luhya leaders has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the community's presidential flagbearer for the 2027 General Election,

By Osinde Obare 22 days ago

Wetangula declare former CS Nakhumicha as Kenya Kwanza candidate to face Natembeya

Ford Kenya has endorsed Susan Nakhumicha for the Trans Nzoia governor race in 2027, setting up an early political battle with Governor George Natembeya.

By Osinde Obare 1 month ago

Prison boss pushes for proper land use to increase revenue amid land-grabbing concerns

Commissioner-General has directed correctional facilities to maximise the use of available land by diversifying agricultural and livestock production to enhance revenue generation.

By Osinde Obare 1 month ago

Give women a chance, do not judge based on gender, but on service delivery

Former Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has defended women in leadership and urged Kenyans to allow them to demonstrate their ability and strength.

By Osinde Obare 1 month ago

Ogiek women celebrate inclusion in land distribution

Ogiek women at Chepkitale in Mt Elgon Sub-County have lauded their inclusion in land distribution and management as enshrined in the Community Land Act.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Kenyans cross the border for cheap fuel

High fuel prices in Kenya have forced some public transport operators in the North Rift to cross the border to Uganda to buy the commodity.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Lagat defends Trans-Nzoia crackdown as Natembeya protests arrests

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has defended the ongoing security operation in Trans-Nzoia amid growing tensions.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

County eyes agricultural modernisation to boost production, earnings

Trans Nzoia County has launched a farmer training programme to modernise agriculture, boost productivity, and increase farmers’ incomes through innovation and skills development.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Intense lobbying for Kenya Seed Company chair post kicks off

‎The exit of Kenya Seed Company (KSC) board chairperson Purity Ngirici has sparked intense lobbying for her replacement.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Amnesty accuses IS-linked fighters of eastern DR Congo war crimes

Amnesty International on Tuesday accused militants in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo linked to the Islamic State group of "rampant" war crimes and crimes against humanity.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Incentivising Transboundary Conservation in Mt.Elgon

Kenya and Uganda have enhanced joint conservation efforts for the Mt Elgon Transboundary Biosphere Reserve (TBR)

By Osinde Obare 3 months ago

MP Wanyonyi is in stable condition, Wetangula assures Kwanza constituents

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula on Saturday visited Kwanza constituency in Trans-Nzoia and assured residents that their ailing MP Ferdinand Wanyonyi is in stable condition.

By Osinde Obare 3 months ago

Family seeks answers after relative killed in vehicle in CS Duale's convoy

During the incident, three passengers in the tuk-tuk and the driver of Duale's car were injured.

By Osinde Obare 3 months ago

Mau Mau War veterans to meet in push for compensation

According to the Association's Director General, members from 47 counties nationwide will meet for a full-day discussion.

By Osinde Obare 4 months ago

Governor Natembeya speaks of tax burden, corruption

Governor Natembeya has criticised the William Ruto administration for burdening Kenyans with taxes and encouraging corruption.

By Osinde Obare 4 months ago

Maize seed prices cut in State subsidy push

Kenya Seed Company has cut maize seed prices under a State-backed subsidy push, offering relief to farmers ahead of the planting season.

By Osinde Obare 4 months ago

Standard Group, Mediamax journalists attacked amid fake ambulance scam coverage

Standard Group and Mediamax journalists assaulted while covering a UDA meeting in Cherangany, Trans Nzoia; attack followed story on a fake ambulance deal at Harambee House.

By Osinde Obare 4 months ago

KSC lowers seed prices to enhance food security

KSC has announced a reduction in seed maize prices amid increasing pressure from farmers for a more sustainable approach to address challenges in the agricultural sector.

By Osinde Obare 4 months ago

Give women equal opportunity to explore leadership abilities, former CS urges Kenyans

Former Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has called on Kenyans to give women equal opportunities to showcase their leadership abilities.

By Osinde Obare 5 months ago

Kenya Kwanza meeting turned chaotic as official is roughed up

Ford Kenya leader roughed up at the Kenya Kwanza consultative meeting in Trans-Nzoia

By Osinde Obare 5 months ago

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Natembeya rises as defections rock Trans Nzoia

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s political prominence is rising and he is increasingly regarded as a “stand-out politician and supremo” among leaders in Western Kenya.  

By Osinde Obare 5 months ago

Former councillors seek president William Ruto's intervention over their pension

Neglect and living in abject poverty describe the life of many former councillors who served in local governments since independence to the pre-devolution era.

By Osinde Obare 5 months ago

Natembeya slams Ruto for hosting UDA meeting at State House

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya accused the President of turning State House into a political party headquarters.

By Osinde Obare 5 months ago

TSC turns away 28 applicants over Maisha cards

The applicants said they had been denied employment opportunities after submitting Maisha cards.

By Osinde Obare 5 months ago

Tran-Nzoia dairy farmers receive Sh300 million from New KCC

Kenya National Farmers Federation confirmed that over 10,000 farmers have received the money from New KCC.

By Osinde Obare 6 months ago

Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang faces a tough contest from new entrants

Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang is facing a tougher re-election battle as new challengers enter the race, threatening to reshape the county's political landscape.

By Osinde Obare 13 days ago

President Ruto's allies target Natembeya

President William Ruto's allies have stepped up efforts to unseat Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya in 2027.

By Osinde Obare 16 days ago

Leaders endorse Sifuna as Luhya community presidential flagbearer for 2027 poll

A section of Luhya leaders has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the community's presidential flagbearer for the 2027 General Election,

By Osinde Obare 22 days ago

Wetangula declare former CS Nakhumicha as Kenya Kwanza candidate to face Natembeya

Ford Kenya has endorsed Susan Nakhumicha for the Trans Nzoia governor race in 2027, setting up an early political battle with Governor George Natembeya.

By Osinde Obare 1 month ago

Prison boss pushes for proper land use to increase revenue amid land-grabbing concerns

Commissioner-General has directed correctional facilities to maximise the use of available land by diversifying agricultural and livestock production to enhance revenue generation.

By Osinde Obare 1 month ago

Give women a chance, do not judge based on gender, but on service delivery

Former Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has defended women in leadership and urged Kenyans to allow them to demonstrate their ability and strength.

By Osinde Obare 1 month ago

Ogiek women celebrate inclusion in land distribution

Ogiek women at Chepkitale in Mt Elgon Sub-County have lauded their inclusion in land distribution and management as enshrined in the Community Land Act.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Kenyans cross the border for cheap fuel

High fuel prices in Kenya have forced some public transport operators in the North Rift to cross the border to Uganda to buy the commodity.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Lagat defends Trans-Nzoia crackdown as Natembeya protests arrests

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has defended the ongoing security operation in Trans-Nzoia amid growing tensions.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

County eyes agricultural modernisation to boost production, earnings

Trans Nzoia County has launched a farmer training programme to modernise agriculture, boost productivity, and increase farmers’ incomes through innovation and skills development.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Intense lobbying for Kenya Seed Company chair post kicks off

‎The exit of Kenya Seed Company (KSC) board chairperson Purity Ngirici has sparked intense lobbying for her replacement.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Amnesty accuses IS-linked fighters of eastern DR Congo war crimes

Amnesty International on Tuesday accused militants in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo linked to the Islamic State group of "rampant" war crimes and crimes against humanity.

By Osinde Obare 2 months ago

Incentivising Transboundary Conservation in Mt.Elgon

Kenya and Uganda have enhanced joint conservation efforts for the Mt Elgon Transboundary Biosphere Reserve (TBR)

By Osinde Obare 3 months ago