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Gachagua's Emurua Dikirr tour faces challenges amid heightened tension

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's planned visit to Emurua Dikirr Constituency on Friday, August 21, has sparked heightened political tension, and fears of confrontation

By Kiprono Kurgat 14 days ago

Coffee market fetches Sh994 million in weekly auction

The Coffee market fetched Sh994 million at the auction after the sale of 18,089 bags weighing a total of 1,115,430 kg.

By Kiprono Kurgat 30 days ago

KTDA to import 1.9 million bags of fertiliser for smallholder tea farmers

KTDA will import 1.9 million bags of NPK fertiliser for more than 750,000 smallholder tea farmers ahead of the October short rains under its fertiliser credit scheme.

By Kiprono Kurgat 1 month ago

Row over location of Bomet referral hospital erupts

A dispute has emerged in Bomet over the proposed site of a Sh1.25 billion teaching and referral hospital, with Chebunyo and Siongiroi residents divided over where the facility should be built.

By Kiprono Kurgat 1 month ago

Battle for the titans as regional games kick off in Narok

Rift Valley Regional Secondary Schools Term Two games, which begin in Narok County today will be no different, as reigning champions seek to defend their regional titles

By Kiprono Kurgat 1 month ago

Fire guts dormitory at Tarakwa High School in Bomet

The troubling pattern of school dormitory fires across Kenya continues with the latest incident happening at Tarakwa High School in Bomet County

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

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Police raise concern over rising cases of defilement in Bomet County

Police in Bomet County have raised alarm over a sharp increase in defilement and gender-based violence cases, urging prompt reporting and better preservation of evidence to aid prosecutions.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Teen dies after assault in illegal tea harvesting saga

A 17-year-old tea picker has died after allegedly being assaulted by estate guards in Bomet, sparking renewed scrutiny of violence in tea estates.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Bomet Senator raises concerns over surge in GBV cases

Bomet senator Hillary Sigei has raised concerns over a surge in Gender Based Violence in Bomet County.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Bomet county digitises revenue collection to boost efficiency

Bomet county has introduced an Integrated County Revenue Management System aimed at enhancing tax collection and service delivery for residents and business owners.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Form Three student in critical condition after being stabbed in love triangle

A Form Three student at Chemalal Mixed Day and Boarding Secondary School, is fighting for her life at AIC Litein Mission Hospital after being stabbed by her classmate in a suspected love triangle.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

New Emurua Dikiir MP has his work cut out

Newly elected Emurua Dikiir MP, has little time to celebrate his victory in the just -concluded by-election as the next general election beckons.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Matiangi faults government over fuel hike

Jubilee presidential hopeful Fred Matiang'i has faulted the government over rising fuel prices, blaming corruption, cartels, and the government-to-government oil import deal.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Emurua Dikirr by-election gathers momentum as campaigns reach fever pitch

UDA and DCP candidates made final pitches on the last days of campaigns ahead of Thursday's by-elections.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Traders count losses after inferno razes business premises

Traders are counting losses after an inferno gutted down six timber shops on Saturday night at Kapcherany trading centre in Kapletundo ward, Sotik Subcounty, Bomet County.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Bomet governor, senator urged to end rivalry, fast-track hydro power project

Senate Majority Leader has called on Bomet governor and senator to put aside their differences and unite to resolve the land issues that have delayed KTDA's Kipsonoi hydro power project.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Peace efforts under threat as bandits continue to terrorise Angata Barikkoi

Despite a peace agreement between the two communities signed in January 2026, bandits continue to wreak havoc in Angata Barikkoi.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Bomet Senatorial race hots up as more entrants emerge

The 2027 Bomet senatorial race is intensifying as new entrants, including Yvonne Chepkirui, join a competitive field featuring Governor Hillary Barchok, Senator Hillary Sigei and Nick Salat.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

UDA, DCP to face off in four by-elections

The upcoming parliamentary and civic by-elections will be a litmus test for political leaders ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.

By Kiprono Kurgat 3 months ago

Deputy President post is not up for negotiation, CS Ruku tells ODM

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says the Deputy President position currently held by Prof Kithure Kindiki is politically anchored in the Mt Kenya region.

By Kiprono Kurgat 4 months ago

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Opposition backs Rotich in Emurua Dikirr contest

Rotich will face UDA's David Keter, also known as "Dollarline," in a race expected to test the opposition's influence after performing poorly in recent by-elections.

By Kiprono Kurgat 4 months ago

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SIM swap scammers' turn sleepy village into criminals haven

Young fraudsters are teeming Lelagoi village in Sigowet Sub-County, Kericho. The criminals move in groups and frequent entertainment places.

By Kiprono Kurgat 4 months ago

Lake Victoria South Water Agency reviews Itare-Litein water supply agreements

The Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency has reviewed the Itare-Litein Bulk Water Supply Agreements.

By Kiprono Kurgat 4 months ago

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Emurua Dikirr: From razor-thin primary to a race tilting one way

A margin of roughly 414 votes across 96 polling stations underscored the intensity of the battle.

By Kiprono Kurgat 5 months ago

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Kenya flags off first EUDR-compliant coffee exports to Poland

Kenya has launched its first direct coffee exports to Poland, with 320 EUDR-compliant bags worth Sh25 million, signalling a move from indirect to direct trade.

By Kiprono Kurgat 5 months ago

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15 Narok families in distress as sons vanish in Russia

Fifteen families in Trans Mara face anguish as their sons go missing while fighting for Russia in the Ukraine war, with little communication or official updates.

By Kiprono Kurgat 5 months ago

Six battle it out for UDA party ticket in Emurua Dikirr

Parties in the Opposition are also expected to field their candidates in the mini poll that could test the popularity of the ruling alliance

By Kiprono Kurgat 5 months ago

Former KANU Sec Gen Salat declares bid for Bomet Senator

Salat on Saturday conveyed confidence in his ability to serve as a Bomet senator, highlighting his familiarity with the county politics.

By Kiprono Kurgat 6 months ago

Clinical officer arrested for allegedly raping pregnant woman

A clinical officer attached to Chemaner Health Centre in Chemaner ward, has been arrested for allegedly raping a pregnant woman during what was supposed to be a routine medical consultation.

By Kiprono Kurgat 6 months ago

Farmers call for review of tea prices

A section of tea farmers in Bomet County is calling for a review of the monthly green leaf rates.

By Kiprono Kurgat 6 months ago

Relief as state lifts dusk to dawn curfew in Trans Mara

The government has lifted the dusk-to-dawn curfew that has been in place since early December last year in Trans Mara South and West sub-counties in Narok County.

By Kiprono Kurgat 7 months ago

Duale pushes digital health rollout to improve patient care

Health CS Aden Duale has called on healthcare providers to fully embrace digital connectivity and align with the government's Digital Health System initiative.

By Kiprono Kurgat 7 months ago

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Over 300,000 candidates to contest in today's UDA grassroots elections

A total of 310,651 candidates registered to contest for various positions in today's UDA grassroots elections in 20 counties.

By Kiprono Kurgat 7 months ago

Litmus test for UDA ahead of grassroots polls on Saturday

Big guns, including MPs and their 2027 rivals, are expected to face off in the elections to secure slots at the National Delegates Convention.

By Kiprono Kurgat 7 months ago

Trans Mara residents surrender illegal firearms following govt directive

In a significant boost to peace and security in Trans Mara, six illegal firearms and 17 rounds of ammunition have been voluntarily surrendered to authorities.

By Kiprono Kurgat 8 months ago

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Inside Angata Barikkoi's unending battle with banditry, land disputes

What appears to outsiders as a land of promise is, for residents, a place of fear and mistrust.

By Kiprono Kurgat 8 months ago

Gideon Moi urges peace and dialogue after deadly clashes in Ang'ata Barikoi

KANU party national chairman Gideon Moi has called for peace and dialogue following violent clashes in Ang'ata Barikoi, Transmara, which have left dozens of homes destroyed.

By Kiprono Kurgat 8 months ago

Police sound alarm over surge in defilement cases

Bomet Central police commander Isaac Kimwele has raised alarm over rising cases of defilement in the sub-county.

By Kiprono Kurgat 9 months ago

Governor Ntutu, MCA clash over UDA loss in Narok Town ward by-election

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) loss in the just-concluded Narok Town ward by-election loss has ignited a row in the local party fraternity.

By Kiprono Kurgat 9 months ago

Ntutu urges warring communities in Angata Barikkoi to embrace peace

Narok Governor Patrick ole Ntutu has urged communities in Angata Barikkoi/Lolgorian, Trans Mara South sub-county, to coexist harmoniously.

By Kiprono Kurgat 9 months ago