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Where top Western leaders are expected to vote on August 9

In Kakamega, COTU boss Francis Atwoli is expected to vote at Ebukwala Primary School in Khwisero constituency.

By Brian Kisanji, Juliet Omelo, Jackline Inyanji 1 day ago

Where top Western leaders are expected to vote on August 9

Police investigating hate leaflets circulating in Likuyani

Police investigating hate leaflets circulating in Likuyani

By Jackline Inyanji and Brian Kisanji 1 day ago

Western politicians target last-minute deciders on final day of campaigns

Western politicians target last-minute deciders on final day of campaigns

By Jacklyn Inyanji, Juliet Omelo, and Brian Kisanji 1 day ago

Rush for maize flour leaves shelves empty in Western

Rush for maize flour leaves shelves empty in Western

By Brian Kisanji and Juliet Omelo 1 day ago

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta's Aide-De-Camp officially takes over as Kenya Army Commander

Lt. Gen Njiru was ushered into the service in a colourful ceremony attended by top military officials at Kenya Army headquarters in Nairobi on Monday, August 8.

By David Njaaga 32 mins ago

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta's Aide-De-Camp officially takes over as Kenya Army Commander

Life goes on after elections, regardless of who wins

It is typical of how we treat elections this side of the world, though. At the moment, everything else is being put on ice, put off until ‘we see how these elections go’.

By Cosmas Butunyi 1 hr ago

Life goes on after elections, regardless of who wins

Tiny African kingdom has skiing as Europe sweats summer heat

While millions across Europe sweat through a summer of record-breaking heat, they’re skiing in Africa.

By AP 1 hr ago

Tiny African kingdom has skiing as Europe sweats summer heat

Five IEBC officials arrested for malpractice in Bungoma, Homabay

They were holding an illegal meeting with one of the candidates in the region.

By Mate Tongola 1 hr ago

Five IEBC officials arrested for malpractice in Bungoma, Homabay

Ruto, Raila risk being puppet presidents over pre-election agreements

Front runners in the presidential race William Ruto and Raila Odinga are going to the elections with their hands tied by the pre-election political agreements they signed.

By Benjamin Imende 2 hrs ago

Ruto, Raila risk being puppet presidents over pre-election agreements

City litter bins too tiny, residents say

Some of these permanent bins have occupied large spaces, NMS ought to have introduced large, plastic mobile bins like those available in some estates.

By Pkemoi Ng'enoh 2 hrs ago

City litter bins too tiny, residents say

Malkia Strikers have eyes set on the ball

It could have been better. More money. More happiness. More hope and focus.

By Ernest Ndunda 2 hrs ago

Malkia Strikers have eyes set on the ball

Kenyans react to reports that Lewis Hamilton is in the country

Formula One star Lewis Hamilton has excited a section of Kenyans on Twitter following reports that he is in the country.

By Standard Entertainment 2 hrs ago

Kenyans react to reports that Lewis Hamilton is in the country

It is mathematically impossible for Raila Odinga to lose the election

In all the polls, Raila is leading Kenya Kwanza's William Ruto with a gap ranging between 6 per cent and 8 per cent points. All the polls results are outside the margins of error.

By Kaburu Kinoti 3 hrs ago

It is mathematically impossible for Raila Odinga to lose the election

NCIC forms committee to mediate post-election disputes

The commission’s chair urged Kenyans to maintain calm during the election period.

By Winfrey Owino 3 hrs ago

NCIC forms committee to mediate post-election disputes

Party popularity, clan factor takes centre stage in Malava MP race

Injendi believes his track record will work in his favour and that he will win the seat. ANC may have an advantage because the constituency has a soft spot for Musalia Mudavadi.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 days ago

Party popularity, clan factor takes centre stage in Malava MP race

ODM boss launches get-out-the vote drive in Azimio strongholds

Raila said the Tuesday polls are decisive for a nation that desperately needs healing and a safe pair of hands.

By Robert Amalemba 4 days ago

ODM boss launches get-out-the vote drive in Azimio strongholds

William Ruto promises to honour pre-election deal with Western

Ruto told residents he wants Western to give him 95 per cent of the votes to defeat his main competitor and Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya presidential candidate Raila Odinga.

By Brian Kisanji and Benard Lusigi 7 days ago

William Ruto promises to honour pre-election deal with Western

Wamalwa tells Ruto to calm down, stop attacks on Uhuru

Eugene Wamalwa characterised Ruto's utterances on Nandi and Bungoma on Friday as 'un-presidential' for a man who holds the second highest office in the land.

By Robert Amalemba 8 days ago

Wamalwa tells Ruto to calm down, stop attacks on Uhuru

Residents cry over insecurity as body of teenager found

The boy was found lying half-naked with bruises on his back.

By Obare Osinde 9 days ago

Residents cry over insecurity as body of teenager found

Final dash for Western and Nyanza's 5.6m votes

Ruto is expected to make a final stab at the region with campaigns in Busia and Bungoma today before shifting his attention to Central Kenya.

By Harold Odhiambo 10 days ago

Final dash for Western and Nyanza's 5.6m votes

Joy as villagers get piped water after years of waiting

Governor Wilber Ottichilo has indicated that the project will be expanded to cover more households in subsequent phases.

By Brian Kisanji 12 days ago

Joy as villagers get piped water after years of waiting

Intestinal worms, bilharzia affect millions of locals in four counties

Maloba is among champions spearheading the campaign against intestinal worms and bilharzia in Western Kenya counties.

By Brian Kisanji 12 days ago

Intestinal worms, bilharzia affect millions of locals in four counties

Sheikh Abdallah Juma: Muslim cleric on mission to push men to embrace family planning

His wife stopped at baby number three, yet she wanted five. Her husband would get angry whenever she got pregnant.

By Nathan Ochunge 13 days ago

Sheikh Abdallah Juma: Muslim cleric on mission to push men to embrace family planning

Kakamega County pumps Sh7m in cultural centre

The centre will also stock books and digital literature on the Luhya culture and host culture experts who will pass key cultural information to the younger generation.

By Benard Lusigi 14 days ago

Kakamega County pumps Sh7m in cultural centre

Seven aspirants battle to replace Wycliffe Oparanya as Kakamega governor

The candidates are focusing on key areas; agriculture, health, education, poverty eradication. Malala believes the county government has been captured by a clique of businessmen.

By Alexander Chagema 14 days ago

Seven aspirants battle to replace Wycliffe Oparanya as Kakamega governor

IkoliKimangeti-Malava road excites farmers who spent hours ferrying produce

Plots are more expensive, with 50x100 plots going for Sh700,000. Such rural roads require regular repair and maintenance because they are used by tractors transporting sugarcane.

By Jackline Inyanji 14 days ago

IkoliKimangeti-Malava road excites farmers who spent hours ferrying produce

DAP-K drops Busia governor aspirant Moses Mulomi

DAP-K patron Eugene Wamala said they felt it was important for the Azimio la Umoja coalition to have one candidate for the seat.

By Robert Amalemba 15 days ago

DAP-K drops Busia governor aspirant Moses Mulomi

Muliro statue unveiled in Kitale town

Governor Patrick Khaemba who unveiled the eight-foot bronze statue, at the Kitale Bus Park said the monument is to recognize and celebrate Muliro's political contribution to the country.

By Osinde Obare 15 days ago

Muliro statue unveiled in Kitale town

My win will fulfill prophesy, says Raila

Raila said Masinde’s prophecy was coming to fruition next month and asked the voters in Bungoma to vote for him to the last man to fulfil it.

By Robert Amalemba 15 days ago

My win will fulfill prophesy, says Raila

Will Paul Otuoma get seat he lost in bitter ODM party wars?

The former Nambale MP has emerged as a formidable threat to the former Sports minister. ODM remains the dominant party and is expected to retain majority elective seats.

By John Shilitsa 15 days ago

Will Paul Otuoma get seat he lost in bitter ODM party wars?

Building of long awaited Sh50m granite factory excites residents

Granite is used to make construction materials like tiles, countertops, paving stone, curbing, stair treads, building veneer, and cemetery monuments.

By Brian Kisanji 19 days ago

Building of long awaited Sh50m granite factory excites residents

Man dies after falling from campaign vehicle in Trans Nzoia

The 25-year-old sustained injuries on the head, and was rushed to Kitale County Referral Hospital

By Obare Osinde 21 days ago

Man dies after falling from campaign vehicle in Trans Nzoia

My daughter is missing, I'm in pain- mother

The form-two student was last seen at Kisumu’s matatu terminus after she alighted from a bus from Narok.

By Brian Kisanji 21 days ago

My daughter is missing, I'm in pain- mother

End of uneasy nights for locals after receiving land documents

The government is expected to issue an estimated 47,475 title deeds in Vihiga County. Some of the families have waited for more than 25 years to receive the documents.

By Brian Kisanji 22 days ago

End of uneasy nights for locals after receiving land documents

Construction of Sh50m granite factory kicks off in Vihiga

Granite helps in the production of various construction materials like tiles and terrazzo.

By Brian Kisanji 23 days ago

Construction of Sh50m granite factory kicks off in Vihiga

Ruto tours Western, urges voters to shun state project Raila

Deputy President William Ruto has labelled Azimo la Umoja-One Kenya presidential candidate Raila Odinga and his running mate Martha Karua state projects.

By Robert Amalemba 27 days ago

Ruto tours Western, urges voters to shun state project Raila

Kenya ripe for reformist Raila Odinga, Azimio leaders say

Karua puts strong case for electing their coalition which promises economic freedom. Leaders at Bukhungu stadium ask locals to turn up in large numbers to vote.

By Robert Amalemba 29 days ago

Kenya ripe for reformist Raila Odinga, Azimio leaders say

Relief for traders as county moves to harmonise taxation

The agreement will promote mutual co-operation and understanding between the county and business community to avoid double taxation and harsh penalties for delayed tax payment.

By Brian Kisanji 29 days ago

Relief for traders as county moves to harmonise taxation

Four murder suspects arrested in Busia

Busia county police commandant Maxwell Nyaema today morning said the suspects aged between 18 and 26 hail from Samia area but were arrested in Ugenya, Siaya County.

By Robert Amalemba 1 month ago

Four murder suspects arrested in Busia

Man arrested, bull detained after killing 60-year-old woman

Man arrested, bull detained for killing woman in Khayega, Kakamega County.

By Mumo Munuve 1 month ago

Man arrested, bull detained after killing 60-year-old woman

Bull keeper hires out his animals to woo crowds for political rallies

Misigo, a renowned bull owner charges politicians up to Sh20,000 to hire one bull. Politicians have dumped posters, and campaign vehicles and now prefer bullfighting events.

By Bernard Lusigi 1 month ago

Bull keeper hires out his animals to woo crowds for political rallies

No zoning in Western, affiliate parties tell ODM

Jubilee, Kanu, Democratic Action Party - Kenya (DAP-K) and UDP leaders accused Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya of bullying and sidelining the parties during Azimio campaigns in the region.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

No zoning in Western, affiliate parties tell ODM

Natembeya pledges to push for establishment of university in Trans Nzoia

George Natembeya promised that his administration, will work with the national government to construct a university to in the region.

By Obare Osinde 1 month ago

Natembeya pledges to push for establishment of university in Trans Nzoia

Puzzle of bodies dumped at Kakamega's Joyland Estate

Hassan said illicit brew consumption in the area could be contributing to the cases. A bottle of alcohol was discovered near one of the bodies.

By Bernard Lusigi 1 month ago

Puzzle of bodies dumped at Kakamega's Joyland Estate

Girl,17, abandoned by relative in Bungoma town

Merceline Situma, a Standard Seven pupil claims she travelled from Nairobi in the company of a woman she had always believed was her biological mother.

By Omelo Juliet 1 month ago

Girl,17, abandoned by relative in Bungoma town

Crisis looms as regional blood centre in Kakamega runs dry

Many residents are reluctant to donate blood due to myths and beliefs, says the county health executive.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Crisis looms as regional blood centre in Kakamega runs dry

Court allows IEBC to gazette Cleophas Malala to vie for governor

Court says the petition by two voters questioning the senator's academic papers and seeking to have him disqualified from the race will continue on the sidelines of his gazettement.

By Robert Amalemba 1 month ago

Court allows IEBC to gazette Cleophas Malala to vie for governor

Dry taps: Real cost of water scarcity in Western

Families lose sleep for hours to be at water points at dawn. Conflict and encounter with criminal gangs also occur.

By Nathan Ochunge 1 month ago

Dry taps: Real cost of water scarcity in Western

We'll export dog and snake meat to settle debts, says Wajackoya

Prof Wajackoya told supporters in Kakamega yesterday that he was determined to fix the country’s economic challenges if elected president.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

We'll export dog and snake meat to settle debts, says Wajackoya

Manifestos show Vihiga governor candidates betting on women, youth

Wilber Ottichilo is facing it off with former governor Moses Akaranga of PPoK, Senator George Khaniri (UDP), Sabatia MP Alfred Agoi ANC and former County Secretary Francis Ominde

By Brian Kisanji 1 month ago

Manifestos show Vihiga governor candidates betting on women, youth

Kakamega governor race: Court declines to lift orders barring gazettement of Malala

Justice Patrick Otieno also allowed a case questioning the validity of the senator’s academic qualifications to go on

By Robert Amalemba 1 month ago

Kakamega governor race: Court declines to lift orders barring gazettement of Malala

Widows want legal frameworks put in place to improve their lives

The Covid-19 pandemic, war in Ukraine and the attendant exponential rise in the cost of living expose widows, as it does many Kenyans, to a lot of hardships.

By Alexander Chagema 1 month ago

Widows want legal frameworks put in place to improve their lives

Marketers seek to deepen sector's capacity as the society turns 60

MSK is pushing for best practices to boost the profession’s profile and effectiveness.

By Ishaq Jumbe 1 month ago

Marketers seek to deepen sector's capacity as the society turns 60

How flooding stole burial and social rites of Banyala people

Lake Victoria Basin Commission attributed the landmark floods to “extraordinarily heavy rains” starting April 2019 to early 2020.

By Robert Amalemba 1 month ago

How flooding stole burial and social rites of Banyala people

Governor candidates clash in Vihiga debate

The debate was organised by the National Council of Churches (NCCK) in collaboration with the Kenya National Chambers of Commerce Institute (KNCCI) and a local radio station.

By Brian Kisanji 1 month ago

Governor candidates clash in Vihiga debate