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Ministry clamps down on drama festivals to limit controversial works

The Ministry of Education imposes strict controls on Nyanza regional drama festivals, limiting controversial works and requiring participant details amid concerns over government criticism.

By Stanley Ongwae 2026-03-20 00:00:00

Ministry clamps down on drama festivals to limit controversial works

Nyatike residents plead with government to halt ongoing police operation

By Anne Atieno 2026-03-19 14:54:11

Kisumu benefits from GIS laboratory to boost planning, research

Kisumu County is set to enhance planning and research capacity with a new Sh35 million GIS laboratory equipped with advanced mapping and data systems.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2026-03-18 13:00:38

Wetangula calls on leaders to shun divisive politics

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula wants political leaders to avoid divisive politics ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By James Omoro 2026-03-16 11:21:02

Wetangula calls on leaders to shun divisive politics

Three injured, one missing as tension erupts at Kisumu-Kericho border

At least three people are nursing arrow wounds while another person is reported missing following fresh clashes in Koguta area, Muhoroni Sub-County, along the border of Kisumu and Kericho.

By Clinton Ambujo 2026-03-15 20:30:17

Three injured, one missing as tension erupts at Kisumu-Kericho border

Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race

The race for the Siaya governorship is gradually taking shape as prominent political leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Isaiah Gwengi 2026-03-15 14:00:44

Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race

Leaders call for investigations as deceased pilot Were laid to rest

Leaders who attended the funeral emphasised the need for a thorough investigation to bring closure to the families and friends affected by the tragedy.

By Clinton Ambujo 2026-03-14 18:55:25

Leaders call for investigations as deceased pilot Were laid to rest

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 Anne Atieno 2026-03-14 15:32:32

Scores, including Migori County Commander injured after peaceful protest turns chaotic

Pilot George Were laid to rest as family remembers a gentle, peace-loving father

The late Col (Rtd) Capt. George Were has been remembered as a peace-loving, gentle and hardworking father who loved his family and career.

By Ronald Kipruto 2026-03-14 14:45:13

Pilot George Were laid to rest as family remembers a gentle, peace-loving father

Homa Bay County launches operationalised Corruption Prevention Committees

In a bid to fight graft, Homa Bay County has established the operationalised Corruption Prevention Committees (CPCs)

By Ronald Kipruto 2026-03-12 10:53:34

Homa Bay County launches operationalised Corruption Prevention Committees

Agro traders relieved with partnership for capital

Agricultural traders in Western Kenya will now be enjoying wider business prospects after a financial technology company partnered with a major supplier in the Region.

By Stanley Ongwae 2026-03-11 16:14:59

Agro traders relieved with partnership for capital

Families displaced by floods in Homa Bay increase to 593

Heavy rains have displaced more families in Homa Bay County, with 593 moving to evacuation centres in Osodo and Chwowe villages, bringing the total affected in the county to around 2,800.

By James Omoro And Nikko Tanui 2026-03-11 04:00:00

Families displaced by floods in Homa Bay increase to 593

Floods displace more than 300 families in Homa Bay

More than 300 families have been displaced from their homes by floods following heavy downpour in Kobala sub-location, Rachuonyo North sub-county, Homa Bay County.

By James Omoro 2026-03-10 12:21:18