Western Kenya leaders rally behind Oparanya for Ruto's deputy president slot

A section of Western leaders has thrown their weight behind Oparanya as a potential running mate to President Ruto in the proposed UDA-ODM pre-election power-sharing agreement.

By Dominic Omondi 8 days ago

Kakamega chiefs in a spot over cattle theft menace

The warning comes amid growing concern among dairy farmers in Lurambi over the theft of valuable cattle

By Dominic Omondi 14 days ago

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Kuppet demands better terms for exam teachers

Kuppet has threatened to boycott national examination supervision and marking over Sh600 payments, while urging teachers to oppose proposed education bills.

By Dominic Omondi 17 days ago

Busia healthcare workers trained on how to curb maternal deaths

The training, which is a partnership between Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) and the county, aims to step up efforts to reduce maternal and newborn deaths.

By Dominic Omondi 23 days ago

Kakamega clinical officers sign CBA, end three-month strike

The deal addresses employment concerns raised by clinical officers while strengthening relations between the county government and the healthcare professionals.

By Dominic Omondi 23 days ago

Teachers raise concerns over El Nino preparedness as KCSE exams start

Teachers’ unions in Western Kenya have raised concerns over the safety of examination officials in flood-prone areas and the government’s preparedness.

By Dominic Omondi 23 days ago

Repent or face curse, Busia clergy warn church thieves as Otuoma demands action

Busia clergy urge church thieves to repent as Governor Paul Otuoma calls for tougher action against rising break-ins.

By Dominic Omondi 28 days ago

Truck drivers warned over flouting traffic rules, cargo theft on Eldoret-Malaba highway

Authorities warn truck drivers on the Eldoret-Malaba highway to follow traffic rules, maintain vehicles and guard against cargo theft after accidents.

By Dominic Omondi 28 days ago

Wife vanished with my grandchildren after I lost my son to Russia's war; Kakamega mother

A Kakamega mother is appealing to the Kenyan government to establish whether her son, who allegedly joined Russia’s military, is dead or alive.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

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ODM divisions emerge at Raila memorial as leaders clash over 2027

Oparanya-Barasa war exposes ODM divisions as Uhuru and Sifuna shadows loom large during Raila's first anniversary in Kakamega

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

NLC raises alarm over high rate of public land grabbing in Busia

The National Land Commission (NLC) has raised alarm over the high rate of public land grabbing and encroachment in Busia County.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

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Odinga family endorsement of Oparanya fuels speculation over ODM succession

The Odinga family’s endorsement of Wycliffe Oparanya and calls for closer Luo-Luhya ties have intensified speculation that he could play a central role in ODM’s succession.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

OCS arrested over alleged defilement of 16-year-old girl

Police in Kakamega have arrested Lumakanda Officer Commanding Station over allegations of defiling a 16-year-old girl at their home in Kambi Moto, Lugari Constituency.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

Kakamega county steps up El Nino preparations

Kakamega County has stepped up preparations for the expected El Niño rains.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

Police hunt pastor over employee's death after furniture dispute

Police in Bungoma are searching for Pastor Robert Ochoko Opto over the alleged killing of his 30-year-old employee following a dispute over furniture sales.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

Kakamega leaders renew calls for ban on disco Matanga

Religious and political leaders in Kakamega County have renewed calls for a ban on disco matanga and night dances.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

Cattle theft threatens farmers' livelihoods in Kakamega

Dairy farmers in Kakamega are raising the alarm over rising cattle theft, with local leaders calling for stronger security measures and intervention by the Anti-Stock Theft Unit.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

Webuye-Eldoret transport paralysed as leaders, residents protest rising insecurity

Transport along the Webuye-Eldoret Highway was disrupted as Matunda residents protested rising insecurity, demanding stronger police action and changes to the local security leadership.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Ten Kakamega health facilities to receive oxygen equipment

The equipment supplied under the Oxygen as a Service (O2aaS) programme by the county and Centre for Public Health and Development (CPHD) will improve access to medical-grade oxygen.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

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How Barasa, Oparanya supremacy battle threatens Ruto's Western Kenya grip

The escalating feud between Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa and CS Oparanya, compounded by Edwin Sifuna’s growing influence, threatens to weaken President Ruto’s political foothold.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Sifuna condemns abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor

Sifuna accused President Ruto’s administration of undermining constitutional freedoms and creating an atmosphere of fear

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Court suspends election of farmers representative to Kenya Sugar Board

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development subsequently notified sugarcane growers and candidates through a circular that the election had been suspended.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Kakamega's Sikuli Market gets power as government targets 40,000 households

Implemented by REREC under the Last Mile Connectivity Programme, the project is set to connect electricity to approximately 125 rural households, local businesses, and public facilities.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

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Oparanya eyes DP slot, warns of ODM exit over power-sharing deal

A political storm is brewing within the ODM and the broad-based government, CS Wycliffe Oparanya and a section of ODM MPs pushing for him to become President William Ruto’s running mate.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

State projects stall as officers shift gear to 2027 politics

State officers in Western Kenya are facing growing criticism for allegedly using government projects and resources to advance their 2027 political ambitions.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Police seize Sh56 million cannabis, methamphetamine in Busia

Police in Busia have intercepted more than 800 kilogrammes of Cannabis valued at Sh35 million

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Busia MCAs audit over county rent arrears

Busia County Assembly Committee on Public Administration has kicked off an audit of tenancy documents and address escalating rent arrears and discrepancies owed to private landlords

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Kakamega rolls out Sh60m grants to empower vulnerable groups, youth

Kakamega County has rolled out a Sh60 million social protection grant programme targeting women, youth, widows, persons living with disabilities and other marginalised groups

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

Busia county assembly goes paperless in Sh73.5m digital project

 Busia County Assembly has completed a Sh73.5 million digital transformation programme aimed at reducing printing costs and improving access to legislative documents.

By Dominic Omondi 2 months ago

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Governors reject Senate fiscal performance ranking, say it overlooked key realities

The Council of Governors (CoG) has challenged the methodology used by the Senate to rank counties on fiscal performance.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

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University plan to preserve indegineous languages

MMUST has stepped up efforts to preserve, document and promote indigenous knowledge, with the institution seeking to bridge traditional wisdom with modern science, research and innovation.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

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'Wewe ndio hauna akili', Sifuna launches scathing attack at Ruto in Busia tour

Sifuna dismissed claims by the President and his allies that he lacks the political experience required to lead the country.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

Koome warns against corruption in judiciary as Kakamega gets new court

Koome said the Judiciary would not tolerate corruption, insisting that judicial officers must uphold the highest ethical standards while dispensing justice.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

DPP warns against incitement and hooliganism

DPP Renson Ingonga has warned politicians accused of fuelling political intolerance through inflammatory remarks and sponsoring criminal gangs

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

Kakamega County launches campaign against teen pregnancies, HIV infections and SGBV

Kakamega County launches a campaign dubbed the Triple Threat Campaign to combat rising cases of teenage pregnancies, HIV infections and sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

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Governor Barasa accuses CS Oparanya of dividing ODM in bid for Ruto's running mate slot

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa said he would remain in ODM despite growing pressure from some residents urging him to join the Linda Mwananchi Movement led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

Health services disrupted as Kakamega health workers strike

The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers said its members would not resume duty until the county government fulfils its promises.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

Khalwale, Savula clash over western Kenya's political direction ahead of 2027 polls

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale publicly clashed with Deputy Governor Ayub Savula on Saturday over Western region's political direction ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

MPs order fresh probe into Sh844m university hostel project

The multi-million-shilling hostel project was scheduled for completion within three years.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago

Governor Lusaka warns against political goonism, urges CS Murkomen to act

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has called on the political class to abandon the growing culture of political violence.

By Dominic Omondi 3 months ago