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Olivia Odhiambo

Stage set for Luo council of elders to select new chair

Plans by the Luo Council of Elders to select a new chairperson to replace the late Willis Otondi have kicked off.

By Olivia Odhiambo 8 days ago

Stage set for Luo council of elders to select new chair

Ida backs sex education to curb teen pregnancy

Ida backs sex education to curb teen pregnancy

By Olivia Odhiambo 9 days ago

Raila Odinga hints at return of protests should talks fail

Raila Odinga hints at return of protests should talks fail

By Olivia Odhiambo 10 days ago

ODM wants Siaya deputy governor Oduol to resign over tiff with Orengo

ODM wants Siaya deputy governor Oduol to resign over tiff with Orengo

By Olivia Odhiambo 11 days ago

FKE faults government on proposed finance bill

They argued that these implications could result in business closures, job losses, and a slowdown in economic growth.

By Olivia Odhiambo 22 days ago

FKE faults government on proposed finance bill

Ipoa summons officers as kin of killed schoolgirl cry for justice

Schoolgirl was killed and three people injured as traffic officers pursued matatu driver. Ipoa has taken over the matter, as Kisumu residents accuse police of recklessness.

By Olivia Odhiambo 23 days ago

Ipoa summons officers as kin of killed schoolgirl cry for justice

Raila accuses Ruto of diverting funds for projects in Nyanza

Raila Odinga claimed that the government was fronting selective development and has deliberately diverted funds for projects in some of the areas where the opposition enjoys support.

By Olivia Odhiambo 23 days ago

Raila accuses Ruto of diverting funds for projects in Nyanza

Protests in Kisumu as police in pursuit of matatu driver shoot three people

Tension in Kisumu CBD after police allegedly shoot three people at Jua Kali area; youth storm Central Police Station to demand answers.

By Olivia Odhiambo 25 days ago

Protests in Kisumu as police in pursuit of matatu driver shoot three people

MV Uhuru II to sail in July as State eyes slice of blue economy sector

Construction of the Sh2.4 billion ship at the Kisumu Shipyard is at an advanced stage, and the vessel is expected to be launched in July.

By Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago

MV Uhuru II to sail in July as State eyes slice of blue economy sector

Raila Odinga tells off envoys, vows to go on with weekly protests

Raila intensified his criticisms against President William Ruto’s administration and repeated claims that there were attempts by the regime to assassinate him.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Raila Odinga tells off envoys, vows to go on with weekly protests

Kisumu businessman counts losses after protestors loot supermarket

(VIDEO) Kisumu businessman counts losses after protestors loot supermarket after his employees allegedly gave police officers milk and water.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Kisumu businessman counts losses after protestors loot supermarket

Kisumu protesters destroy Kwee funeral home two days after opening

Kisumu Governor Nyong'o condemns the destruction of Kwee funeral home at JOOTRH.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Kisumu protesters destroy Kwee funeral home two days after opening

Aftermath: Supermarket and newly opened morgue looted in Kisumu

Protesters in Kisumu County on Thursday, March 30 looted vandalised Kwee farewell home at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Aftermath: Supermarket and newly opened morgue looted in Kisumu

Governor Anyang Nyong'o suspends Azimio protests in Kisumu

Governor Anyang Nyong'o on Wednesday said his administration had indefinitely suspended the holding of anti-President William Ruto demos in Kisumu.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Governor Anyang Nyong'o suspends Azimio protests in Kisumu

Nyong'o, UK firm sign Sh31b deal to bolster smart farming

Pre-production activities of the project are expected to commence at the start of the next financial year. Nyong’o said it would also increase a strong demand for high-quality food products.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Nyong'o, UK firm sign Sh31b deal to bolster smart farming

Maseno University student shot in Azimio protests dies

Third Year Maseno University student, William Mayange, dies after he was allegedly shot by police during Azimio demos; police say protesters stoned them, and looted supermarket.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Maseno University student shot in Azimio protests dies

Chaos as Maseno University students protest William Mayange's killing

The student, William Mayange - a third-year student - was shot during the Azimio la Umoja protests. The student was hit on the neck and died on arrival at Coptic Hospital.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Chaos as Maseno University students protest William Mayange's killing

Study reveals increase in number of women attending mental health talks

A study conducted by researchers working on mental health has revealed that more women have been seeking help through mental health talks held at Kisumu County hospital for the past 10yrs.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Study reveals increase in number of women attending mental health talks

Bishops want ruling on LGBTQ overturned

The bishops regretted that the LGBTQ ideology is taking advantage of people, especially those innocent and vulnerable individuals like the youth and the poor.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Bishops want ruling on LGBTQ overturned

Sunset lovers to lose Hippo Point, Dunga beaches to five-star hotel

Although it is still unclear whether the county government will lease out the entire beach to the investors, the plans have already sparked protests from residents opposed to the move.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Sunset lovers to lose Hippo Point, Dunga beaches to five-star hotel

Business paralyzed as Kisumu residents begin mass action protests

Business in Kisumu City was paralysed for the better part of Friday March 10 as hundreds of protestors took to the streets to start the mass action called by Raila Odinga.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Business paralyzed as Kisumu residents begin mass action protests

Wandayi criticizes Malala after claims on UDA voter listing

Opiyo Wandayi has criticized UDA secretary-general Cleophas Malala over a remark that obtaining the party's membership guarantees one to get government services and other opportunities.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Wandayi criticizes Malala after claims on UDA voter listing

Raila piles more pressure to have IEBC servers opened to audit poll

Raila said despite the defiance Ruto has shown on opening the servers, he (Ruto) must realise that there is a serious dispute on the outcome of the election despite the Supreme Court ruling.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Raila piles more pressure to have IEBC servers opened to audit poll

Church wants family to bury Luo Council of Elders chairman as a Christian

The late Luo Council of Elders chairman, Willis Otondi, died at 98 years of age at the Avenue Hospital in Kisumu on Friday, February 17.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Church wants family to bury Luo Council of Elders chairman as a Christian

Women unite to rebuild their lives after surviving electoral violence

Besides providing emotional support, the women came together to push for justice given that most of their attackers have never been punished.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Women unite to rebuild their lives after surviving electoral violence

Chemelil Sugar to resume operations after striking deal with farmers

The company has promised farmers to make weekly payments for cane delivered in a major boost for farmers who stopped supplying cane as a result of the delays.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2 months ago

Chemelil Sugar to resume operations after striking deal with farmers

Burial rites spark wrangles over Luo Council of Elders leadership

Willis Otondi's claimed he was the bonafide chairperson of the council before his death. One faction has disputed the claim and says he can't be buried according to the rites that come with title

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Burial rites spark wrangles over Luo Council of Elders leadership

Family seeks answers after kin found dead in a van in Finland

The family of Catherine Anyango and her daughter Michelle whose bodies were found inside a van in Finland are now appealing for help to transport their bodies back to Kenya for burial.

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Family seeks answers after kin found dead in a van in Finland

Luo Council of Elders chairperson Willis Otondi dies

The Luo Council of Elders chairperson Willis Otondi is dead.

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Luo Council of Elders chairperson Willis Otondi dies

Family of Kenyan woman, daughter found dead in Finland appeals for help

The family of a Kenyan woman and her daughter whose bodies were found in a food truck in Finland are appealing for help to transport their remains to Kenya for burial.

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Family of Kenyan woman, daughter found dead in Finland appeals for help

Work on Sh20b Koru-Soin Dam starts amidst compensation plea

Villagers threaten to stop construction if they are not compensated for their land. They claim the compensation exercise has been politicised.

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Work on Sh20b Koru-Soin Dam starts amidst compensation plea

Leaders extol George Magoha as nation bids him farewell

Ruto, Uhuru and Raila describe late don as selfless man who touched Kenyans' lives. The former Education CS died on January 24 after suffering a cardiac arrest.

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Leaders extol George Magoha as nation bids him farewell

Gloom as George Magoha's body arrives in Umiru village

Magoha’s body arrived in Yala Township Primary School yesterday around 1:50pm. The late Education CS will be buried today in a ceremony to be attended by dignitaries.

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Gloom as George Magoha's body arrives in Umiru village

Odera Akang'o: Force behind Gem's fountain of professors

Akang’o went door-to-door in a crusade for compulsory enrollment of children in school in the early ‘50s, making the area among the first to embrace formal education.

By Olivia Odhiambo 3 months ago

Odera Akang'o: Force behind Gem's fountain of professors

Health officials want cleric jailed, buildings demolished

Officials claim the church is operating a mental hospital without proper legal documents.

By Olivia Odhiambo 4 months ago

Health officials want cleric jailed, buildings demolished

George Magoha, the village darling who inspired lives

To the residents of Umiru village in Yala, Siaya county, professor George Magoha was a brother, a son, a village boy and an inspiration to several people budding for academic success.

By Olivia Odhiambo 4 months ago

George Magoha, the village darling who inspired lives

How Raila allies plan to rein in Ruto team

Azimio coalition plans to capitalise on the disaffection of workers, specifically grievances of university lecturers and school teachers over salaries.

By Olivia Odhiambo 5 months ago

How Raila allies plan to rein in Ruto team

Azimio gives raft of issues they need addressed

The Azimio coalition will also be pushing for the cost of management of education where they claim there is a total lack of clarity at the ministry of education.

By Olivia Odhiambo 5 months ago

Azimio gives raft of issues they need addressed

Pay rise demands by teachers unrealistic, says CS Machogu

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu said teachers must bear in mind that the country’s economy is in dire straits.

By Olivia Odhiambo 5 months ago

Pay rise demands by teachers unrealistic, says CS Machogu

NCIC holds public forums to promote post-election healing

Residents urge the political class to focus on service delivery and tone down on making negative political statements.

By Olivia Odhiambo 5 months ago

NCIC holds public forums to promote post-election healing

Stroke deals cruel blow to Benga legend's fortunes

Nicknamed ‘Jasolo’ because of his unrivalled skills with the Solo guitar, Paul Orwa was in a league of his own

By Olivia Odhiambo 6 months ago

Stroke deals cruel blow to Benga legend's fortunes

Puzzle as Form Three student dies in school

According to the girl’s mother, Linet Akinyi, she was called by a teacher at around 11pm Monday saying that her daughter was very unwell.

By Olivia Odhiambo 6 months ago

Puzzle as Form Three student dies in school

Women take up kitchen gardening to boost harvest amid drought

Siaya County is among the areas affected by climate change which has resulted in drought and hunger.

By Olivia Odhiambo 6 months ago

Women take up kitchen gardening to boost harvest amid drought

Not everyone is cut out for this job but we do it, say morticians

Association laments that the profession has been sidelined and doesn’t get deserved recognition. Workers say the perception that many of them abuse drugs to cope is a misconception.

By Olivia Odhiambo 6 months ago

Not everyone is cut out for this job but we do it, say morticians

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