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Sh5 million Maternal Kits to help reduce maternal deaths
The Midwife Kits are a pre-packed set of essential medical supplies and equipment that are designed to support safe childbirth in high-demand or resource-limited settings.
By Atieno 21 days ago
Sh5 million Maternal Kits to help reduce maternal deaths
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ODM's rapid decline betrayal to Raila struggles
Six months after Raila Odinga's death, ODM is facing internal divisions, alleged betrayal and political realignment threats that risk eroding his legacy.
By Atieno 22 days ago
ODM's rapid decline betrayal to Raila struggles
ODM, UDA Migori grassroots leaders oppose zoning
A section of ODM and UDA in Migori County have opposed zoning, saying it will undermine democracy.
By Atieno 24 days ago
ODM, UDA Migori grassroots leaders oppose zoning
Court orders government to compensate protest victims Sh38.6 million
The High Court in Kisumu has ordered the Inspector General of Police, the National Police Service, and the Attorney General to compensate 28 anti-government protest victims Sh38.6 million.
By Atieno 1 month ago
Court orders government to compensate protest victims Sh38.6 million
Persons with disabilities move to form union to push for jobs, opportunities
PWDs in Migori County are rooting for a proper union to help them to access more business opportunities and jobs.
By Atieno 1 month ago
Persons with disabilities move to form union to push for jobs, opportunities
Government launches crackdown on illegal firearms in Migori
Government launches crackdown on illegal firearms in Migori County, targeting countywide security.
By Atieno 1 month ago
Government launches crackdown on illegal firearms in Migori
Nyatike residents plead with government to halt ongoing police operation
Nyatike residents are now pleading with the government to intervene and halt the ongoing police operations in Macalder that left the town deserted.
By Atieno 1 month ago
Nyatike residents plead with government to halt ongoing police operation
Scores, including Migori County Commander injured after peaceful protest turns chaotic
Migori County Commander Edward Ibwaga and several others were injured after a peaceful protest in Nyatike Sub-County descended into chaos.
By Atieno 1 month ago
Scores, including Migori County Commander injured after peaceful protest turns chaotic
Malaria in Kilifi South: Drug misuse, mosquitoes and poverty fuel crisis
For Mariam Katana, caring for her 15yearold granddaughter Joyce, who has battled malaria for two days, the illness feels like a permanent member of the household.
By Atieno 2 months ago
Malaria in Kilifi South: Drug misuse, mosquitoes and poverty fuel crisis
Nyanza leaders call for truce in ODM as rift widens
Leaders warn that the emergence of factions within ODM, if not checked, will lead to voter apathy in the next General Election.
By Atieno 3 months ago
Nyanza leaders call for truce in ODM as rift widens
Luo Elders call on young leaders to follow proper channels in clinching leadership
They cautioned them against causing chaos and destabilising the community's peace, saying it might lead to division.
By Atieno 3 months ago
Luo Elders call on young leaders to follow proper channels in clinching leadership
Migori airstrip to get facelift with new Sh300m terminal building
Lichota airstrip, located about 8.3 kilometers from Migori town, is considered an important facility as it serves as a link between Kenya and Tanzania.
By Atieno 3 months ago
Migori airstrip to get facelift with new Sh300m terminal building
Migori residents want KWS to capture stray leopard
Residents of Nyaoke in Rongo sub-county, Migori County, are living in fear of being attacked by a stray leopard, which has been killing domestic animals.
By Atieno 3 months ago
Migori residents want KWS to capture stray leopard
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Family of GSU officer seeks help after 'wrong body' exhumed from controversial church
According to the GSU officer's family, it was confirmed to them that the body that was exhumed did not belong to their son.
By Atieno 3 months ago
Family of GSU officer seeks help after 'wrong body' exhumed from controversial church
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Orange party draws up demands ahead of talks with Ruto's UDA
Sources within ODM intimated the party will demand the deputy presidency slot.
By Atieno 3 months ago
Orange party draws up demands ahead of talks with Ruto's UDA
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Outcry as Migori inmate with severe burns taken to hospital two months late
According to the inmate's mother Caroline Akoth, she only came to know about their son's condition when she first visited him in prison on December 5.
By Atieno 3 months ago
Outcry as Migori inmate with severe burns taken to hospital two months late
Migori clergy condemn attack of pastors, re-circumcision of men and FGM on rescued girls
Migori clergy condemn attack on pastors, re-circumcision of men, and FGM on rescued girls
By Atieno 3 months ago
Migori clergy condemn attack of pastors, re-circumcision of men and FGM on rescued girls
Over 300 needy students benefit from Sh4 million bursary
The bursaries from Job Tambo Foundation, will see students whose parents have been struggling to make ends meet further their education without worrying about school fees.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Over 300 needy students benefit from Sh4 million bursary
Reintegration kicks off for girls who fled FGM
Gender activists in Migori have begun the process of reintegrating more than 120 girls who escaped female genital mutilation (FGM) ahead of the school reopening.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Reintegration kicks off for girls who fled FGM
Junet says ODM to deal with party rebels in January
Suna East MP Junet Mohamed has said ODM will deal with members who have allegedly been sponsored to plan a coup in the party from January next year.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Junet says ODM to deal with party rebels in January
Police hold husband after wife found murdered on Christmas Day
Police hold husband after wife found murdered on Christmas Day.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Police hold husband after wife found murdered on Christmas Day
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Migori County Assembly passes Sh11.77 billion supplementary budget
Migori County has proposed to fund its budget to the tune of Sh11.77 billion to meet its recurrent (7.4 billion) and development (4.4 billion) budget programs.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Migori County Assembly passes Sh11.77 billion supplementary budget
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Wandayi: Nyanza must back Ruto without conditions
CS Wandayi pointed out that they would remain in the broad-based government where the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga left them.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Wandayi: Nyanza must back Ruto without conditions
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Why Piny Luo Festival holds deep meaning for Luo communities worldwide
The Piny Luo Cultural Festival is a significant event that celebrates the Luo people's cultural identity and heritage.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Why Piny Luo Festival holds deep meaning for Luo communities worldwide
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Ruto's bid to win Raila Odinga's turf still on
President Ruto has stepped up his efforts to conquer the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's Nyanza backyard, even as a few voices of caution demand elaborate terms of engagement.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Ruto's bid to win Raila Odinga's turf still on
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Luo leaders and citizens from five countries throng in Migori for Piny Luo Festival
Piny Luo Festival, an annual and major cultural event celebrating the unity, heritage and traditions of the Luo people from across Kenya, Uganda.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Luo leaders and citizens from five countries throng in Migori for Piny Luo Festival
How red wire led to discovery of bomb on Migori bridge
The suspects reportedly planted the bomb at a bridge that links Suna West and Nyatike sub-counties on Monday at around noon.
By Atieno 4 months ago
How red wire led to discovery of bomb on Migori bridge
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Post-Raila Nyanza: Is Kalonzo a natural heir or political tourist?
Kalonzo's long-term friendship with Raila and his support for the ODM chief in three General Elections have provided him with a soft landing in Nyanza.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Post-Raila Nyanza: Is Kalonzo a natural heir or political tourist?
Elders call for Luo unity ahead of Piny Cultural Festival
According to Randa, those who want to join politics should know that Raila kept the Luo people together.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Elders call for Luo unity ahead of Piny Cultural Festival
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Raila's legacy lives on as county puts final touches on Luo festival
More than 10,000 visitors expected to attend the event to celebrate rich culture. Former premier's thoughts and visions for a united community had shaped the themes of past events.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Raila's legacy lives on as county puts final touches on Luo festival
ODPP moves to restore public confidence, strengthen justice system operations
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has renewed efforts to streamline operations, enhance coordination, and rebuild public confidence in the justice system.
By Atieno 4 months ago
ODPP moves to restore public confidence, strengthen justice system operations
Government threatens to blacklist contractors for delayed projects
The Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo says they will recommend that any contractor who deliberately fails to complete a project be barred from participating in government tenders in the future.
By Atieno 4 months ago
Government threatens to blacklist contractors for delayed projects
PWDs urge Migori County to fast-track disabilities Bill after six-year wait
Persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Migori County have called on the county government to fast-track the Persons with Disabilities Bill, which they say has been pending for six years.
By Atieno 5 months ago
PWDs urge Migori County to fast-track disabilities Bill after six-year wait
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Oburu's big task amid rising internal ODM rivalries
Party members in Nyanza are fighting among themselves as they try to assert influence.
By Atieno 5 months ago
Oburu's big task amid rising internal ODM rivalries
Migori county announces fresh dates for Piny Luo cultural festival
Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko's administration has announced fresh dates for the fifth edition of Piny Luo Cultural Festival.
By Atieno 5 months ago
Migori county announces fresh dates for Piny Luo cultural festival
Migori gears up for Piny Luo fest, welcomes thousands of guests
Hoteliers are expecting more than 5,000 guests and are confident the county's accommodation capacity will meet the demand.
By Atieno 5 months ago
Migori gears up for Piny Luo fest, welcomes thousands of guests
Government pledges better facilities as Rongo University graduates 1,500
More than 1, 500 students were conferred with various degrees, diplomas, and certificates
By Atieno 5 months ago
Government pledges better facilities as Rongo University graduates 1,500
KNUT Secretary General says meetings with Ruto good for teachers
According to Oyuu, it is negotiations and not chest thumping that made things work.
By Atieno 5 months ago
KNUT Secretary General says meetings with Ruto good for teachers
Wandayi tells Nyanza to stick with Ruto for maximum benefit
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi has asked Nyanza region to continue voting as a bloc, saying that their surest bet is to stick with President William Ruto.
By Atieno 5 months ago
Wandayi tells Nyanza to stick with Ruto for maximum benefit
Migori residents encouraged to use clean toilets to prevent WASH diseases
Migori residents have been warned against defecating in the bush and sugarcane plantations.
By Atieno 5 months ago
Migori residents encouraged to use clean toilets to prevent WASH diseases
Kakamega bans funeral processions and mourning
Western
By Benard Lusigi
32 mins ago
Mwangaza, Munya to host Linda Mwananchi
Politics
By Phares Mutembei
44 mins ago
Standard journalists barred from Ruto event in Naivasha
Rift Valley
By Antony Gitonga
49 mins ago
How Kenya's wildlife conservancies make old men rich, women and youth poorer
Environment & Climate
By The Coversation
1 hr ago
Why collective land tenure is under threat in Kenya
National
By The Conversation
1 hr ago