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Hundreds of health workers fall victim to Siaya recruitment scam
The letter promised a basic salary of Sh26,900, with allowances pushing her monthly pay to over Sh70,000, more than double what genuine recruits earn.
By 9 days ago
Hundreds of health workers fall victim to Siaya recruitment scam
Farmers worried as Siaya county seeks to increase cost of farm inputs
Siaya County Finance Bill, 2025 sails through.proposes sharp increases in the cost of subsidized farm inputs and services, threatening to roll back gains made in food security.
By 15 days ago
Farmers worried as Siaya county seeks to increase cost of farm inputs
MP breaks Usenge land impasse to pave way for Sh1 billion port project
The construction of the Sh1 billion Usenge Port is expected to start in October after a section of residents who had initially opposed the relocation of a police station reached an agreement.
By 16 days ago
MP breaks Usenge land impasse to pave way for Sh1 billion port project
Mini-grid solar project lights up Siaya's forgotten colonial outpost
A solar-powered mini-grid now supplies reliable and affordable electricity on the island, courtesy of a programme supported by the French Development Agency.
By 17 days ago
Mini-grid solar project lights up Siaya's forgotten colonial outpost
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Intrigues behind the Sh20 billion investment in Yala Swamp
Yala Swamp has become the focus of competing interests between conservationists, investors and local communities.
By 19 days ago
Intrigues behind the Sh20 billion investment in Yala Swamp
Inside Governor Orengo's Sh12.7b budget
This is the third budget under his Nyalore administration, aimed at implementing the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023–2027.
By 22 days ago
Inside Governor Orengo's Sh12.7b budget
President Ruto vows to take action against graft in SHA insurance scheme
The President also announced that an electronic procurement system would be rolled out across government to enhance transparency.
By 25 days ago
President Ruto vows to take action against graft in SHA insurance scheme
Siaya County readies to reap big from first investment summit
Governor Orengo says conference to position Siaya as a key destination for investment and enterprise. Meet will showcase opportunities while presenting tangible, actionable investment.
By 26 days ago
Siaya County readies to reap big from first investment summit
Siaya widow's cry for help as son earns University admission
The 18-year-old had worked tirelessly to secure a place to study Law, but poverty had chained him at home.
By 28 days ago
Siaya widow's cry for help as son earns University admission
Siaya seeks to boost access to diabetes, hypertension medication
Siaya County has partnered with the Centre for Medical Mobilisation Board (CMMB) Kenya to boost access to diabetes and hypertension medication in rural health facilities.
By 30 days ago
Siaya seeks to boost access to diabetes, hypertension medication
Court opens inquest into inmate's death in police custody
A Bondo court has begun an inquest into the death of Vitalis Okinda, 38, after allegedly being tortured in police custody in January 2022.
By 1 month ago
Court opens inquest into inmate's death in police custody
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Inside troubled career of slain ex-Siaya clerk
Olwero’s profession was marred by corruption claims, suspensions and court battles. Police mistook former administrator for intruder, fatally shooting him at his resort.
By 1 month ago
Inside troubled career of slain ex-Siaya clerk
One dead in Rarieda after a mining shaft collapsed
Michael Obunga lost his life after the mine hole they were working in collapsed.
By 1 month ago
One dead in Rarieda after a mining shaft collapsed
Where is Orengo? Siaya Governor's prolonged absence sparks anxiety
The group accused the speaker of overstepping his mandate by performing executive roles, warning of a potential conflict of interest.
By 1 month ago
Where is Orengo? Siaya Governor's prolonged absence sparks anxiety
Siaya on autopilot: Governor Orengo missing, deputy Oduol ignored
Alarmed by Siaya Governor James Orengo and his deputy William Oduol's alleged continued absence from office, a resident has petitioned top government institutions.
By 2 months ago
Siaya on autopilot: Governor Orengo missing, deputy Oduol ignored
Governor Orengo's absence raises alarm in Siaya amid fallout with deputy
The governor was last seen in public on June 23 when he appeared before the Senate’s Public Accounts Committee to address audit queries.
By 2 months ago
Governor Orengo's absence raises alarm in Siaya amid fallout with deputy
Questions as another man dies in police custody in Bondo
Sources indicate that the suspect may have been assaulted by the officers during his arrest.
By 2 months ago
Questions as another man dies in police custody in Bondo
Dutch priest Father Kraakman ends 55-year mission in Kenya
Fr. Gerald Kraakman, the beloved Mill Hill Missionary from the Netherlands, will celebrate his final Mass in Kenya at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Nyamonye. 
By 2 months ago
Dutch priest Father Kraakman ends 55-year mission in Kenya
Orengo unveils mega Healthcare, Sports Projects for Siaya
Governor James Orengo has unveiled two ambitious strategic projects in a move aimed at transforming Siaya into a regional hub for healthcare and sports.
By 3 months ago
Orengo unveils mega Healthcare, Sports Projects for Siaya
Family camps at River Yala for three weeks searching for drowned relative
Grief as family camps at River Yala for three weeks in search of kin who drowned.
By 3 months ago
Family camps at River Yala for three weeks searching for drowned relative
Blogger to pay Sh3.3 million over defamatory Facebook post
The Magistrate awarded the complainant Sh3 million as general damages and an additional Sh300,000 as exemplary damages.
By 3 months ago
Blogger to pay Sh3.3 million over defamatory Facebook post
Siaya unveils a three-year plan for adolescents, youth
Governor James Orengo's administration has launched its Adolescent and Young People Action Plan 2025–2028.
By 3 months ago
Siaya unveils a three-year plan for adolescents, youth
Relief for TB patients as county gets Sh33M portable x-ray units
Siaya County has received two cutting-edge digital portable X-ray machines, equipped with artificial intelligence, to mark a significant stride in the fight against tuberculosis (TB).
By 3 months ago
Relief for TB patients as county gets Sh33M portable x-ray units
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From Finland to Siaya: Rare migratory birds put Usalo on the Map
When 72-year-old fisherman Walter Tende went to check his fishing nets on the shore of Lake Victoria in January 2020, he hoped to get a decent catch.
By 3 months ago
From Finland to Siaya: Rare migratory birds put Usalo on the Map
Rare migratory bird from Finland found dead in Siaya village
A rare migratory bird believed to have flown over 6,000 kilometres from Finland landed in Usalo village in West Yimbo, Siaya county on Wednesday but was later found dead.
By 3 months ago
Rare migratory bird from Finland found dead in Siaya village
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Dhogoye Bridge: The perpetual campaign pledge in Siaya politics
When President William Ruto visited in October 2023, he promised bridge would be completed within 18 months. But two years after he left, everything went silent.
By 3 months ago
Dhogoye Bridge: The perpetual campaign pledge in Siaya politics
Hundreds of health workers fall victim to Siaya recruitment scam
The letter promised a basic salary of Sh26,900, with allowances pushing her monthly pay to over Sh70,000, more than double what genuine recruits earn.
By 9 days ago
Hundreds of health workers fall victim to Siaya recruitment scam
Farmers worried as Siaya county seeks to increase cost of farm inputs
Siaya County Finance Bill, 2025 sails through.proposes sharp increases in the cost of subsidized farm inputs and services, threatening to roll back gains made in food security.
By 15 days ago
Farmers worried as Siaya county seeks to increase cost of farm inputs
MP breaks Usenge land impasse to pave way for Sh1 billion port project
The construction of the Sh1 billion Usenge Port is expected to start in October after a section of residents who had initially opposed the relocation of a police station reached an agreement.
By 16 days ago
MP breaks Usenge land impasse to pave way for Sh1 billion port project
Mini-grid solar project lights up Siaya's forgotten colonial outpost
A solar-powered mini-grid now supplies reliable and affordable electricity on the island, courtesy of a programme supported by the French Development Agency.
By 17 days ago
Mini-grid solar project lights up Siaya's forgotten colonial outpost
Premium
Intrigues behind the Sh20 billion investment in Yala Swamp
Yala Swamp has become the focus of competing interests between conservationists, investors and local communities.
By 19 days ago
Intrigues behind the Sh20 billion investment in Yala Swamp
Inside Governor Orengo's Sh12.7b budget
This is the third budget under his Nyalore administration, aimed at implementing the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023–2027.
By 22 days ago
Inside Governor Orengo's Sh12.7b budget
President Ruto vows to take action against graft in SHA insurance scheme
The President also announced that an electronic procurement system would be rolled out across government to enhance transparency.
By 25 days ago
President Ruto vows to take action against graft in SHA insurance scheme
Siaya County readies to reap big from first investment summit
Governor Orengo says conference to position Siaya as a key destination for investment and enterprise. Meet will showcase opportunities while presenting tangible, actionable investment.
By 26 days ago
Siaya County readies to reap big from first investment summit
Siaya widow's cry for help as son earns University admission
The 18-year-old had worked tirelessly to secure a place to study Law, but poverty had chained him at home.
By 28 days ago
Siaya widow's cry for help as son earns University admission
Siaya seeks to boost access to diabetes, hypertension medication
Siaya County has partnered with the Centre for Medical Mobilisation Board (CMMB) Kenya to boost access to diabetes and hypertension medication in rural health facilities.
By 30 days ago
Siaya seeks to boost access to diabetes, hypertension medication
Court opens inquest into inmate's death in police custody
A Bondo court has begun an inquest into the death of Vitalis Okinda, 38, after allegedly being tortured in police custody in January 2022.
By 1 month ago
Court opens inquest into inmate's death in police custody
Premium
Inside troubled career of slain ex-Siaya clerk
Olwero’s profession was marred by corruption claims, suspensions and court battles. Police mistook former administrator for intruder, fatally shooting him at his resort.
By 1 month ago
Inside troubled career of slain ex-Siaya clerk
One dead in Rarieda after a mining shaft collapsed
Michael Obunga lost his life after the mine hole they were working in collapsed.
By 1 month ago
One dead in Rarieda after a mining shaft collapsed
Where is Orengo? Siaya Governor's prolonged absence sparks anxiety
The group accused the speaker of overstepping his mandate by performing executive roles, warning of a potential conflict of interest.
By 1 month ago
Where is Orengo? Siaya Governor's prolonged absence sparks anxiety
What to watch out for when IMF staff come to town
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ASAL governors push state to boost livestock funding
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DCI arrests teen filmed desecrating Kenyan flag
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