Police officer escorting KCSE papers shot dead in Siaya
A policeman killed and another injured after thugs ambushed them while escorting KCSE papers to Mahero School in Siaya; they also stole a firearm from the officers.
By Eric Abuga 3 months ago
Police officer escorting KCSE papers shot dead in Siaya
UPA in bid to transform into a Gusii community political party of choice
UPA officials have intensified activities as they seek to strengthen the outfit with sources intimating the efforts are meant to make the party a Gusii political vehicle of choice.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
UPA in bid to transform into a Gusii community political party of choice
Former Kisii Governor James Ongwae to lead ICT ministry's capacity building team
Opposition leader Raila Odinga's former ally James Ongwae has landed a job at the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Former Kisii Governor James Ongwae to lead ICT ministry's capacity building team
Kisii man kills sister-in-law, two children
Police in Kisii have arrested a 27-year-old man for allegedly killing his brother's wife and children in Mesaria village, Kitutu Chache North Kisii.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Kisii man kills sister-in-law, two children
Two officers allegedly among those arrested transporting bhang in Kisii
Kasses says they are yet to get factual information on the said police officers.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Two officers allegedly among those arrested transporting bhang in Kisii
Wetangula tells leaders to end blame game over economic woes
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has said the Kenya Kenya government needs support in solving challenges facing the people.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Wetangula tells leaders to end blame game over economic woes
Kisii politicians clash over GSU deployment to quell boda boda gang
Politicians in Kisii have issued clashing statements following the deployment of GSU officers to the town after weeks of outcry from locals on an emerging gang.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Kisii politicians clash over GSU deployment to quell boda boda gang
Nyamira doctor dies three months after wedding and two weeks after burying his mother
The late Dr. Onkoba lost his mother two weeks ago and three months after he got married at a wedding at Kisii Central SDA Church.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Nyamira doctor dies three months after wedding and two weeks after burying his mother
Workers' unions, senator reject new medical cover
The new scheme is meant to replace the NHIF Comprehensive Cover, which the county's 5,600 employees are currently on.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Workers' unions, senator reject new medical cover
Government recovers 28 parcels of land in Kisii, puts more under probe
Government recovers 18 land leases illegally acquired in Nyanchwa Estate, Kisii; over 100 other leases to be reclaimed; the acquisition of said land is under probe.
By Eric Abuga 4 months ago
Government recovers 28 parcels of land in Kisii, puts more under probe
Over 70 students from Amabuko Mixed Secondary, Kisii admitted over alleged food poisoning
20 students have so far been referred to Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Over 70 students from Amabuko Mixed Secondary, Kisii admitted over alleged food poisoning
Nyaribo undeterred after ouster attempt falls flat
On Tuesday, 16 members voted in support of the motion failing to meet the required threshold of at least two-thirds for the impeachment to proceed.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Nyaribo undeterred after ouster attempt falls flat
Nyamira doctors call off strike after County agreed with their promotion terms
Nyamira County Government has promoted all its doctors in a bargaining agreement signed with the Doctors Union on Wednesday afternoon.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Nyamira doctors call off strike after County agreed with their promotion terms
KMPDU wants Kisii County directive stopping members' salaries recalled
"We take great exception with the directive. All our members participated in the staff headcount exercise."
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
KMPDU wants Kisii County directive stopping members' salaries recalled
Tough times for Nyanza residents as counties propose new taxes
Local brewers will be required to pay Sh15,000 to apply for a license according to the Siaya County Alcoholic Drink Act, 2016.
By Eric Abuga and Isaiah Gwengi 5 months ago
Tough times for Nyanza residents as counties propose new taxes
Governor Arati, Onyonka clash after salaries of 740 county workers stopped
Arati says the affected workers are those who did not appear for staff headcount, but Onyonka terms his decision as irrational and illegal.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Governor Arati, Onyonka clash after salaries of 740 county workers stopped
Ghost workers: Kisii County stops salary payment to 740 staff
Kisii County has stopped payment of salaries for 740 staff who failed to turn up during a staff headcount exercise that was conducted in November last year.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Ghost workers: Kisii County stops salary payment to 740 staff
Changing tourism investment strategy in protecting Nyamira's untapped sites
The Keera waterfalls is a cave where rainmakers once gathered to make their sacrifices; a site whose rich history continues to draw imaginations from the young generation.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Changing tourism investment strategy in protecting Nyamira's untapped sites
Call for truce between Nyamira governor, MCAs as impeachment motion looms
The MCAs, who have accused the governor of poor service delivery, among other things, are expected to table to the impeachment motion today, September 26, 2023.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Call for truce between Nyamira governor, MCAs as impeachment motion looms
Mother, two children die in a fire incident in Kisii
Another child who survived the inferno is fighting for his life in one of the private hospitals in Kisii.
By Eric Abuga 5 months ago
Mother, two children die in a fire incident in Kisii
Nyaribari Chache MP sues popular blogger Cyprian Nyakundi for defamation
Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda has sued blogger Cyprian Nyakundi over defamation.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Nyaribari Chache MP sues popular blogger Cyprian Nyakundi for defamation
Three suspected thugs gunned down by police in Kisii
Kisii police gun down three suspected thugs in Nyachenge area after trailing them from Migori, County Commander Charles Kasses says.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Three suspected thugs gunned down by police in Kisii
Nyamira CEC was sacked for 'embarrassing' the Governor, lawyer says
Nyamira County Executive Member for Health Dr Timothy Ombati was sacked for allegedly embarrassing Governor Amos Nyaribo, a lawyer says.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Nyamira CEC was sacked for 'embarrassing' the Governor, lawyer says
Kisii MCAs allege irregularities in Sh40 million tender, call for probe
House committee accuses the Country Assembly Public Service Board of single-sourcing the contractor for the Sh40 million tender.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Kisii MCAs allege irregularities in Sh40 million tender, call for probe
Gusiiland MPs bank on NG-CDF for public school facelifts
A section of Members of Parliament in Gusiiland have embarked on giving dilapidated public primary schools a facelift using the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF).
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Gusiiland MPs bank on NG-CDF for public school facelifts
Senator Okenyuri wants recognition of Abagusii freedom fighters
Okenyuri wants heroes and heroines led by Moraa Ng'iti among others also featured in the School Curriculum.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Senator Okenyuri wants recognition of Abagusii freedom fighters
Anglican Church opens new Kisii Diocese
Upon his enthronement, Omangi said he would revive the Church in the region by bringing members into the fold. We need churches that address the questions people are asking.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Anglican Church opens new Kisii Diocese
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Ruto intensifies charm offensive in Kisii, Nyamira
So dedicated is President Ruto in this quest that Friday, he made his third visit to the region in a month and barely five days after he toured Nyamira.
By Eric Abuga and Stanley Ongwae 6 months ago
Ruto intensifies charm offensive in Kisii, Nyamira
Ruto hints at willingness to create the Office of Opposition leader
President William Ruto has for the first time declared his intention to create the Office of Opposition Leader through a Bill that will be presented in Parliament.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Ruto hints at willingness to create the Office of Opposition leader
Suneka Airstrip plans put on hold
Leaders in Kisii have been pushing for rehabilitation of the airstrip that has been in operation for four decades, to enable cargo and passenger airlines ply the region.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Suneka Airstrip plans put on hold
Gusii leaders pay tribute to Nyamira Assembly Majority Leader Elijah Osiemo
The late Assembly Majority Leader Elijah Osiemo died in a grisly road accident along the Narok-Nairobi Highway two weeks ago.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Gusii leaders pay tribute to Nyamira Assembly Majority Leader Elijah Osiemo
Prof Ogechi appointed new Kisii University Vice Chancellor
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has confirmed the appointment of Prof Nathan Ogechi as the new Vice Chancellor at Kisii University.
By Eric Abuga 6 months ago
Prof Ogechi appointed new Kisii University Vice Chancellor
How devolution has opened up spaces for women in leadership
The high political tables, once a preserve for vocal male politicians, is now a professional playground for women as they fill the missing link to region's development.
By Winfrey Owino, Harold Odhiambo and Eric Abuga 7 months ago
How devolution has opened up spaces for women in leadership
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Raila rules out handshake with Kenya Kwanza in push for inclusivity
Raila vowed he will never take part in talks to share government with Ruto and claimed the government's hands are tainted with corruption and tribalism.
By Eric Abuga and Stanley Ongwae 7 months ago
Raila rules out handshake with Kenya Kwanza in push for inclusivity
Stima Sacco expands to Kisii, opens 12th branch
Stima Sacco chief executive Gamaliel Hasan said the establishment of the new branch reflects Sacco's commitment to meet the evolving needs of its members.
By Eric Abuga 7 months ago
Stima Sacco expands to Kisii, opens 12th branch
Kisii Court issues warrant of arrest against pastor accused of killing wife
A Kisii based court has issued a warrant of arrest against an SDA Pastor, Joel Mogaka, who is accused of killing his wife in January 2021.
By Eric Abuga 7 months ago
Kisii Court issues warrant of arrest against pastor accused of killing wife
Baby Sagini suspect handed 40 years in jail
The main offender Alex Ochoga 27 will serve 40 years in prison for gouging out the baby's eyes.
By Eric Abuga 7 months ago
Baby Sagini suspect handed 40 years in jail
Ruto vows to end demos, rules out use of lethal force
Urged Kenyans to ignore calls by Azimio chief Raila Odinga to take to the streets. Warned the government will not allow anarchy or violence that has caused loss of lives and property.
By Brian Kisanji and Eric Abuga 7 months ago
Ruto vows to end demos, rules out use of lethal force
Mixed views over state's treatment of ex-president, raid on son's home
While Azimio leader Raila Odinga's allies believe the government is setting a new record on political witch-hunt, Ruto's allies defended the raid and claimed it was necessary.
By Eric Abuga and Anne Atieno 7 months ago
Mixed views over state's treatment of ex-president, raid on son's home
Protests cloud Ruto's tour of Kisii and Vihiga
President William Ruto will visit Kisii today in what is seen as part of a new strategy, already underway, to whip up support across the country in the wake of the Azimio onslaught
By Eric Abuga and Brian Kisanji 7 months ago
Protests cloud Ruto's tour of Kisii and Vihiga
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