West Pokot leaders give government ultimatum to disarm bandits

A section of West Pokot leaders and residents has given the national government a two-week ultimatum to disarm suspected bandits operating along the West Pokot-Turkana border.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

Meru journalists protest assault on Standard Group Editor and Meru journalist

Meru journalists have staged protests over the alleged abduction of Standard Group editor Alex Kiprotich and assault of K24 reporter Nelson Mutwiri.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

Children with disabilities struggling to access education

Poverty, stigma and misconceptions are keeping children with disabilities in West Pokot County out of school, prompting calls for greater government and community support.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

West Pokot youth push for greater role in economic, governance Initiatives

Youth in West Pokot County have called for involvement in economic initiatives, governance, and decision-making.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

Lonyangapuo backs Ruto, says voters will choose development over popularity

Former West Pokot Governor John Lonyangapuo has declared support for President William Ruto’s re-election bid and warned leaders against premature campaigns.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

Hunger bites as hundreds flee West Pokot for Uganda in search of pasture, water

Hundreds of pastoralists in West Pokot have crossed into Uganda with their livestock in search of pasture and water as prolonged drought deepens hunger.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

West Pokot senator calls for probe into county spending

West Pokot Senator Julius Murgor has accused the county government of procurement irregularities and misuse of public funds, calling for investigations into alleged inflated project costs.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

EACC probes West Pokot County tender award over alleged procurement irregularities

The EACC is investigating alleged procurement irregularities and conflict of interest in the award of a West Pokot County tender for refurbishment works at the Agricultural Training College.

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

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Irony of school with a new bus but no road to reach the institution

A newly acquired school bus funded through the National Government, however the bus cannot reach the school because there is no motorable access road

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

Ruto's allies in West Pokot intensify 'tutam' campaign

A section of politicians in West Pokot County has intensified calls for President William Ruto to be given a second term in office.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Kapenguria Boys closed indefinitely as wave of unrest spreads

Kapenguria Boys High School has been closed indefinitely following student unrest on Sunday night, where a dormitory, a mattress store and the library were set on fire. 

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Leaders demand end to locked school dorms after fire disaster

West Pokot leaders have urged schools to stop locking dormitories at night, saying the practice endangers learners during emergencies and fires.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

New maternity hospital brings relief to mothers in Kiwawa Ward

For years, pregnant women in Kiwawa Ward in West Pokot County were forced to travel long distances to neighbouring Uganda in search of maternity services

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Bursary programme helps girls escape FGM, early marriage in West Pokot

A bursary programme in Sigor constituency is emerging as a powerful tool in the fight against female genital mutilation, early marriage and illiteracy.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

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12 mothers pay the ultimate sacrifice fending for children

12 women are among the 14 miners killed after a mining pit collapses in West Pokot

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

At least 10 killed as gold mine collapses in West Pokot

At least 10 people have been confirmed dead after a gold mining pit collapsed in Romos, West Pokot county, with fears that the death toll could rise as rescue operations continue.

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

14 dead in mine collapse amid despair as kin search for victims

The tragedy occurred at the in Romos gold mining pits in West Pokot County when a massive rock reportedly collapsed onto hundreds of artisanal miners

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

West Pokot leaders give government ultimatum to disarm bandits

A section of West Pokot leaders and residents has given the national government a two-week ultimatum to disarm suspected bandits operating along the West Pokot-Turkana border.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

Meru journalists protest assault on Standard Group Editor and Meru journalist

Meru journalists have staged protests over the alleged abduction of Standard Group editor Alex Kiprotich and assault of K24 reporter Nelson Mutwiri.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

Children with disabilities struggling to access education

Poverty, stigma and misconceptions are keeping children with disabilities in West Pokot County out of school, prompting calls for greater government and community support.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

West Pokot youth push for greater role in economic, governance Initiatives

Youth in West Pokot County have called for involvement in economic initiatives, governance, and decision-making.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

Lonyangapuo backs Ruto, says voters will choose development over popularity

Former West Pokot Governor John Lonyangapuo has declared support for President William Ruto’s re-election bid and warned leaders against premature campaigns.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

Hunger bites as hundreds flee West Pokot for Uganda in search of pasture, water

Hundreds of pastoralists in West Pokot have crossed into Uganda with their livestock in search of pasture and water as prolonged drought deepens hunger.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

West Pokot senator calls for probe into county spending

West Pokot Senator Julius Murgor has accused the county government of procurement irregularities and misuse of public funds, calling for investigations into alleged inflated project costs.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

EACC probes West Pokot County tender award over alleged procurement irregularities

The EACC is investigating alleged procurement irregularities and conflict of interest in the award of a West Pokot County tender for refurbishment works at the Agricultural Training College.

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

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Irony of school with a new bus but no road to reach the institution

A newly acquired school bus funded through the National Government, however the bus cannot reach the school because there is no motorable access road

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

Ruto's allies in West Pokot intensify 'tutam' campaign

A section of politicians in West Pokot County has intensified calls for President William Ruto to be given a second term in office.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Kapenguria Boys closed indefinitely as wave of unrest spreads

Kapenguria Boys High School has been closed indefinitely following student unrest on Sunday night, where a dormitory, a mattress store and the library were set on fire. 

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Leaders demand end to locked school dorms after fire disaster

West Pokot leaders have urged schools to stop locking dormitories at night, saying the practice endangers learners during emergencies and fires.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

New maternity hospital brings relief to mothers in Kiwawa Ward

For years, pregnant women in Kiwawa Ward in West Pokot County were forced to travel long distances to neighbouring Uganda in search of maternity services

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Bursary programme helps girls escape FGM, early marriage in West Pokot

A bursary programme in Sigor constituency is emerging as a powerful tool in the fight against female genital mutilation, early marriage and illiteracy.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Premium

12 mothers pay the ultimate sacrifice fending for children

12 women are among the 14 miners killed after a mining pit collapses in West Pokot

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

At least 10 killed as gold mine collapses in West Pokot

At least 10 people have been confirmed dead after a gold mining pit collapsed in Romos, West Pokot county, with fears that the death toll could rise as rescue operations continue.

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

14 dead in mine collapse amid despair as kin search for victims

The tragedy occurred at the in Romos gold mining pits in West Pokot County when a massive rock reportedly collapsed onto hundreds of artisanal miners

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

West Pokot leaders give government ultimatum to disarm bandits

A section of West Pokot leaders and residents has given the national government a two-week ultimatum to disarm suspected bandits operating along the West Pokot-Turkana border.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

Meru journalists protest assault on Standard Group Editor and Meru journalist

Meru journalists have staged protests over the alleged abduction of Standard Group editor Alex Kiprotich and assault of K24 reporter Nelson Mutwiri.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

Children with disabilities struggling to access education

Poverty, stigma and misconceptions are keeping children with disabilities in West Pokot County out of school, prompting calls for greater government and community support.

By Irissheel Shanzu 1 month ago

West Pokot youth push for greater role in economic, governance Initiatives

Youth in West Pokot County have called for involvement in economic initiatives, governance, and decision-making.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

Lonyangapuo backs Ruto, says voters will choose development over popularity

Former West Pokot Governor John Lonyangapuo has declared support for President William Ruto’s re-election bid and warned leaders against premature campaigns.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago

Hunger bites as hundreds flee West Pokot for Uganda in search of pasture, water

Hundreds of pastoralists in West Pokot have crossed into Uganda with their livestock in search of pasture and water as prolonged drought deepens hunger.

By Irissheel Shanzu 2 months ago