Ugandan teen found dead in Kakamega rental as boyfriend disappears

According to police sources, the suspect fled to Uganda shortly after the incident.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 26 days ago

Wetang'ula, Barasa blast bishops, envoys over Gen Z protests

Stop hypocrisy over Gen-Z protests and violence, Wetangula, Ruto's allies slam envoys and Bishops

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 month ago

Ruto and Raila allies call for restraint during June 25 protests

Allies of President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga have called for restraint and lawful conduct during Gen-Z protests planned for Wednesday.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 month ago

Family of slain Gen Z protester cries for justice

A family mourning their loved one lost during last year's Gen Z protests is struggling with grief and unanswered questions amid deafening silence from the government.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 month ago

Sh1 billion Aquaculture centre set to transform fish farming in Kakamega

The Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute is set to establish a Sh1 billion Research and Farmers Training Centre in Mumias West, Kakamega County.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 month ago

Two police officers killed in Bungoma head-on road crash with trailer truck

Two police officers attached to the Railways Police Station in Bungoma County have died after their vehicle collided head-on with a trailer along the Webuye-Bungoma highway on Tuesday evening.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Police disown DCP rally in Kakamega as showdown brews

A confrontation is expected on Saturday, between police and supporters of the DCP over a planned political rally in Kakamega.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Mudavadi faults opposition for challenging IEBC reconstitution

Mudavadi said the delay in finalising the appointment of IEBC commissioners is a setback to Kenya's electoral calendar.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Kakamega residents living in fear following mysterious murder of four

Fear has gripped Kakamega county following a chilling wave of insecurity that has left several killed and others injured.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Salasya's lawyer says MP detained without being charged

Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya is yet to be informed of the reasons behind his arrest on Friday, his lawyer Kennedy Echesa has said.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Doctors' strike cripples health services in Kakamega

The doctors downed their tools over unfulfilled promises in the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), paralysing public health services.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

TSC denies transfer of Butere Girls principal amid 'Echoes of War' controversy

This comes as Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba strongly criticised the school's administration for breaching national regulations by allowing a non-teacher to direct the play.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

Busia residents protest Sh700 fee demand for IDs

When Jane Achieng', from the Bumala area in Butula Constituency, Busia County, got employment, she was elated to secure a job amid a high rate of unemployment in the country.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Govt, Kakamega School launch air pollution detector to fight climate change

Kakamega School has become the latest institution in the country to embrace environmental responsibility with the launch of an air quality monitoring station to curb the effects of climate change.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Two brothers killed in an accident while coming from a friend's funeral

Three people, including two brothers returning from a friend's burial killed in road accident at Mundika market on the Busia-Kisumu Highway.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Ruto denies gov't spent Sh104b on SHA system

Ruto said SHA is a corruption free scheme that will send money directly to the health facility to cater for drugs and ensure people money is paid for the person who has been served.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Ruto leads nation in mourning Malava MP Malulu as leaders describe him as a selfless leader

President Ruto has led the country in mourning, Malava MP Malulu Injendi who passed away today at Aga Khan hospital while undergoing treatment.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Blow for Mudavadi as allies unveil new political party

Led by former Secretary General, Dr Barack Muluka, the allies said the new party, Umoja Summit Party-Kenya (USP-K), seeks to unite the Western region ahead of the 2027 elections.

By Bernard Lusigi, Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Barasa wins appeal against impeached board members, paves way for recruitment

Kakamega County Governor Barasa wins an appeal against his CPSB, which had obtained court orders allowing them to remain in office until end of their term.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 6 months ago

Mentorship initiative shapes career paths for Kakamega youths

More than 200 students from Kakamega have completed a mentorship programme aimed at guiding them in their career paths.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 6 months ago

Teen mothers receive support for school and food needs

Health stakeholders in Kakamega have challenged county governments to amend laws and allocate budgets to address key community issues such as early pregnancies.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 7 months ago

Kindiki roots for talks to end electoral commissioners selection impasse

Deputy President Professor Kithure Kindiki has called for talks to end the legal impasse over the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 7 months ago

Boda boda riders to push war against SGBV, teen pregnancy

Motorcycle riders will be incorporated into the government's ambitious programme to combat Sexual Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and teenage pregnancies.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 8 months ago

Governors threaten to stop operations in 30 days

Governors have threatened to shut down operations within 30 days if they do not receive funds that the National Treasury says it has disbursed.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 8 months ago

Barasa urges state to expedite appeals for varsity funding model

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has called on the Ministry of Education to fast track appeals for the new university funding model.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 11 months ago

Western politicians want Education CS, PS summoned over school fire tragedy

Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya called on security agencies to conduct thorough investigations into the incident and ensure those culpable are brought to book.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 11 months ago

Kakamega Kenya Kwanza MCAs vow to block ODM bid to oust Speaker

The Kenya Kwanza MCAs said the plot to impeach the Speaker is political witch-hunt since no grounds have been tabled so far to justify the decision.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Rift widens in Azimio as Savula says ODM free to join Ruto's government

Kakamega deputy governor Ayub Savula has said ODM leader Raila Odinga is free to join President William Ruto to form government of national unity.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Fear of human trafficking ring as pastor arrested with human limb

Fears of human trafficking have rocked the Western region as locals were left reeling after a pastor was arrested with human body parts in his Toyota Premio at Masikhu market.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Survivors: We've no regrets over protests

Students say their peers were fighting for their welfare.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Governors seek Ifmis extension to absorb Sh67b

The Treasury owes devolved units funds for April, May, and June, yet the financial year ends this weekend on June June 30.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Kakamega school closed due to lack of toilets

Roselyn Makokha, the school head teacher told journalists that all 1, 000 pupils including ECDE learners were sent home due to safety concerns in the school.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Government faulted for delay of Sh6b Bukhungu Stadium project

Residents are unhappy about slow pace of works in facility picked to host AFCON in 2027.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Kenyans will have final say on Finance Bill 2024, says Nyoro

Ndindi Nyoro said Kenyans will determine whether the Bill proposed by the Treasury would be adopted or rejected.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Western governors call for full decentralisation of disaster funds

Governors have urged the national government to fast-track and decentralise funds meant for disaster management to counties, citing their enhanced capacity to assist flood victims

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

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Sugarcane farmers accuse AFA of 'siding with cartels' as prices drop

The farmers cited a recent announcement by the interim Sugarcane Pricing Committee that reduced sugarcane buying prices to Sh5,100 from Sh6,050 per tonne.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Sugarcane farmers blame woes on Agriculture and Food Authority

Sugarcane farmers have expressed their frustrations with the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), accusing it of allegedly siding with cartels to exploit them.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Barasa warns against speculation over General Ogolla's death

Deputy Governor Ayub Savula urged Kenyans to be patient as authorities investigate the helicopter crash.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Bukhungu Stadium to be ready by June ahead of CHAN

Bukhungu has been selected to host selected CHAN matches. Kenya will cohost CHAN competitions with Tanzania and Uganda this year and AFCON in 2027.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Salasya to be arraigned in court over assault

On Friday last week, Salasya was captured in a clip ordering the Malaha-Isongo ward Ward rep to sit down before slapping him.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 1 year ago