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Isaiah Gwengi And Olivia Odhiambo

Orengo: Here is my scorecard, future plans for Siaya residents

Under Orengo's leadership, the county has installed 99 high-mast floodlights in various markets, including the Obama market in Bondo municipality, which have enhanced security while boosting trade.

By 3 months ago

Orengo: Here is my scorecard, future plans for Siaya residents

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

By 3 months ago

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

By 3 months ago

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

By 3 months ago

Unsung heroes fighting malaria on the front line, village at a time

Siaya is among counties with the highest malaria burden. The county government is on a programme to mainstream 2,128 health volunteers and improve their remuneration.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 10 months ago

Unsung heroes fighting malaria on the front line, village at a time

Battle not over, says Raila as he vows to oversee regime

A fired-up Raila Odinga who is keen to keep the flames of a vibrant Opposition and a battle 'for liberation' alive, said his battle to transform the country is still on

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 1 year ago

Battle not over, says Raila as he vows to oversee regime

Battle not over, Raila Odinga vows to oversight regime

ODM leader poked holes at Ruto's leadership promising to challenge 'impunity' by the new regime. Citing GMOs and CAS positions they accused President Ruto of dictatorial tendencies.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 1 year ago

Battle not over, Raila Odinga vows to oversight regime

Gumbo condemns attack on convoy during campaigns

Several vehicles were destroyed in the process as Gumbo and his running mate David Ohito sought to access Bondo Primary School.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 1 year ago

Gumbo condemns attack on convoy during campaigns

The forgotten miner: For months, few remembered Tom Okwach

Tom Okwach and other seven miners were trapped when a mining shaft collapsed in Abimbo, Bondo sub-County of Siaya.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 1 year ago

The forgotten miner: For months, few remembered Tom Okwach

Farmers want government to control consumption of green maize

A farmers' lobby group has called on the national government to come up with a policy to guide sale and consumption of green maize.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

Farmers want government to control consumption of green maize

Regulate milk producer prices to curb exploitation, farmers tell dairy board

Dairy farmers in Pokot South have accused middlemen of fleecing them. The farmers said efforts to shake off brokers had not borne fruit.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

Regulate milk producer prices to curb exploitation, farmers tell dairy board

Relief for Trans Nzoia farmers as government distributes pesticides

Speaking after handing over the chemicals to the county government, an officer with the Department of Agriculture, Stanley Kipkoech, said they are working hard to cushion farmers from losses.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

Relief for Trans Nzoia farmers as government distributes pesticides

Commissioner in trouble for saying Jubilee will win August elections

Trans Nzoia County Commissioner Anne Gakuria got into trouble with residents for preaching Jubilee’s agenda in her Madaraka Day speech.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

Commissioner in trouble for saying Jubilee will win August elections

Commissioner in trouble for ‘endorsing’ Jubilee at fete

Meru Governor Peter Munya misses Madaraka Day celebrations after venue was switched and claims there are plans of rigging him out.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

Commissioner in trouble for ‘endorsing’ Jubilee at fete

Bed-wetting sensor draws interest at fair

They say necessity is the mother of invention and two high school students have proved this to be true.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

Bed-wetting sensor draws interest at fair

West Pokot farmers protest crocodile attacks against their livestock

The farmers from North Pokot said the crocodiles swam in overflowing water from rivers Turkwel and Suam during the heavy rains and found their way into dams and shallow wells, used to preserve water for use during dry spells, where they attacked the animals.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

West Pokot farmers protest crocodile attacks against their livestock

County sets up plant clinics to address crop diseases and pests

The County Government of Trans Nzoia has established ten plant clinics to help in the fight against pests and diseases.

By Wilberforce Netya 6 years ago

County sets up plant clinics to address crop diseases and pests

Nurses in Trans Nzoia call off 44-day strike after signing deal

The medics signed an agreement with the County Health Department, terminating the 44-day strike that had grounded services in public health facilities across the county.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Nurses in Trans Nzoia call off 44-day strike after signing deal

Farmers want easy access to seeds and fertilisers

Maize farmers in the North Rift have called for the decentralisation of fertiliser and seed distribution depots.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Farmers want easy access to seeds and fertilisers

Khaemba denies ditching Ford Kenya for ANC

Trans Nzoia Governor Patrick Khaemba has refuted reports that he has defected to Amani National Congress (ANC).

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Khaemba denies ditching Ford Kenya for ANC

Vegetable shortage hits North Rift markets

A shortage of fruits and vegetables has hit most markets in the North Rift region with the semi-arid West Pokot County most affected as a prolonged dry spell deprives growth of crops in the region.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Vegetable shortage hits North Rift markets

CS Matiang'i warn Principals on shopping directive for parents

Education Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has directed school heads to desist from compelling parents to buy school items from specific outlets.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

CS Matiang'i warn Principals on shopping directive for parents

Stepmother burns 10 year old girl for stealing Sh1000 in Kitale

A Standard five pupil is nursing severe burns at the Mt Elgon Hospital in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County after she was assaulted by her stepmother.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Stepmother burns 10 year old girl for stealing Sh1000 in Kitale

Stray elephant tramples 49-year-old man to death

A stray elephant trampled a 49-year-old man to death in Lomut village, sparking protests in the area.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Stray elephant tramples 49-year-old man to death

North Rift tourism boosted by launch of daily flights to Kitale.

The tourism sector in the North Rift region has received a major boost following the launch of direct daily passenger economy class flights between Kitale and Nairobi.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

North Rift tourism boosted by launch of daily flights to Kitale.

Grain farmers told to buy new storage bags that cost Sh200

Farmers have been urged to buy the newly launched grain storage bags that are affordable and efficient.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Grain farmers told to buy new storage bags that cost Sh200

Mixed reactions to devolution torch

The devolution torch has sparked mixed reactions in Western and North Rift counties.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Mixed reactions to devolution torch

Traders bank on beans as weather affects other cereals in Trans Nzoia

Dealers in cereals in Trans Nzoia County are expected to cash in from the sale of beans which is in high demand this season following low production.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Traders bank on beans as weather affects other cereals in Trans Nzoia

Trans Nzoia two-month amnesty for surrender of weapons

Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitale, Gakuria said those in possession of such weapons have until December to surrender.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Trans Nzoia two-month amnesty for surrender of weapons

Eseli warns Ford Kenya leaders against infighting

Ford Kenya Secretary General Eseli Simiyu has cautioned against infighting between the county leaders, saying it is detrimental to the party’s development agenda.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Eseli warns Ford Kenya leaders against infighting

KANU fights to keep its space in West Pokot county

KANU has stepped up efforts to maintain political supremacy in West Pokot County after some elected leaders ditched it recently for the newly formed Jubilee Party and its continued forays in the region.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

KANU fights to keep its space in West Pokot county

Farmers decry poor state of feeder roads

Farmers have raised concerns about the poor state of roads as they prepare for the maize harvest. Heavy rains in the region have rendered most feeder roads impassable.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Farmers decry poor state of feeder roads

Bukusu elders now reject negotiated democracy

Some Bukusu elders have dismissed any chances of entering into negotiated democracy prior to the 2017 General Election. The elders said such agreements had failed miserably in the past.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Bukusu elders now reject negotiated democracy

County to pay fees for polytechnic's first students

At least 20 students enrolled at the newly established Sango Polytechnic in Trans Nzoia County will have their one-year school fees paid for.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

County to pay fees for polytechnic's first students

Leaders to sue UK over ‘Dini ya Roho Mafuta Pole ya Africa’ massacre

North Rift leaders have threatened to sue Britain for historical injustices meted out on members of a denomination during the colonial era.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Leaders to sue UK over ‘Dini ya Roho Mafuta Pole ya Africa’ massacre

County partners with Safaricom to boost services

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

County partners with Safaricom to boost services

Farmers in North Rift worried over poor rainfall

Most maize fields within Kaplamai, Kachibora, Kesogon, parts of Kwanza sub-county, Makutano area in Trans Nzoia and West Pokot counties had wilted as the scorching sun persists.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Farmers in North Rift worried over poor rainfall

Maize farmers in North rift stare at loses due to erratic weather

Maize farmers in the North Rift region have expressed fears of running into heavy losses this season due to poor rains causing crops to wilt.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

Maize farmers in North rift stare at loses due to erratic weather

State House choir mourns Mama Lucy Kibaki

State House Music Director June Ogolla, who received news on the passing on of Mrs Kibaki from President Uhuru Kenyatta on Tuesday morning, described her as a tough mother who nurtured many.

By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago

State House choir mourns Mama Lucy Kibaki

Governor decries lack of land to expand town

Trans Nzoia Governor Patrick Khaemba has raised concern over lack of land for the expansion of Kitale town.

By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago

Governor decries lack of land to expand town

Maize production rises by 1.7m bags

The introduction of lime-treated mavuno fertilisers has led to an increase in maize yields by 1.7 million bags.

By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago

Maize production rises by 1.7m bags

St Joseph's Boys and St Brigid's Girls shine

St Joseph's Boys and St Brigid’s Girls High were the top schools in the county in last year’s national exams.

By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago

St Joseph's Boys and St Brigid's Girls shine

Brace for poor rainfall this year, met official warns Trans Nzoia farmers

Farmers in Trans Nzoia County have been asked to prepare for below average rainfall in the March-April-May planting season.

By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago

Brace for poor rainfall this year, met official warns Trans Nzoia farmers

Kongelai residents ask KWS to fence Nasolot game reserve

Residents of Kongelai want the Nasolot Game Reserve fenced to reduce human-wildlife conflict.

By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago

Kongelai residents ask KWS to fence Nasolot game reserve

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