Kenya launches Sh1.5 billion Mau Forest restoration plan to rehabilitate 33,138 hectares

A Sh1.5 billion tree planting initiative to restore the Mau Forest Complex has been launched.

By Juliet Omelo 6 days ago

Seth Panyako gets direct DAP-K ticket for the Malava parliamentary race

DAP-K has handed a direct ticket to Seth Ambosini Sindani Panyako to contest the Malava parliamentary seat.

By Juliet Omelo 7 days ago

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Kenya's hustle culture: How youth juggle jobs to stay afloat

"I can't depend on one income," Brian says, wiping sweat from his forehead. "Life in this city is too expensive. You must have at least two or three things going on."

By Juliet Omelo 7 days ago

'Keep off', Lusaka tells politicians over Sh7.5b hospital

Lusaka stressed that the KSh7.5 billion project, backed by the African Development Bank (AfDB), is designed to serve not just Bungoma but the wider Western region.

By Juliet Omelo 7 days ago

KeNHA bets on digitisation to end corruption at weighbridges

The agency credited this to its push for driving compliance levels to 98 per cent and reducing opportunities for corruption.

By Juliet Omelo 9 days ago

Envoy told to refund Sh1.8m over illegal hire

Tribunal found DRC ambassador liable for irregular KMTC corporation secretary pick.Inspectorate confirmed appointee lacked legal qualifications for the senior role.

By Juliet Omelo 12 days ago

KNH doctors attempt world-first facial reconstruction on 7-year-old

Kenyatta National Hospital is preparing to carry out a pioneering facial reconstruction surgery on a seven-year-old boy who survived a bandit attack.

By Juliet Omelo 13 days ago

Bungoma residents get boost from USAID donation

More than 5,000 vulnerable residents of Bungoma County have received productive assets under the USAID 4TheChild initiative

By Juliet Omelo 14 days ago

Government banks on new strategy to increase tree cover

Kenya's national tree cover has reached 12.13 per cent from the targeted 30 per cent, according to the latest data released by the Kenya Forest Service.

By Juliet Omelo 15 days ago

Youth ideas shine at national essay competition on renewable energy

Lean Energy Solutions has launched its inaugural University essay award competition on renewable energy. It is aimed at aligning youth innovation with Kenya's renewable energy agenda.

By Juliet Omelo 15 days ago

Kanu unveils Peter Kariuki as it's candidate for Kariobangi North by-election

Kanu has officially unveiled Peter Kariuki Nganga as its candidate for the upcoming Kariobangi North by-election, marking a renewed push by the party to reclaim political ground in Nairobi and beyond.

By Juliet Omelo 16 days ago

Medic raises alarm over growing number of abandoned patients in Bungoma

Bungoma County medics have raised concern over the growing number of patients being abandoned in hospitals by relatives, police officers, and even Good Samaritans.

By Juliet Omelo 16 days ago

Experts call for new strategies to address youth unemployment

ILO Regional Director for Africa, Fanfan Rwanyindo has called for urgent and coordinated efforts to create jobs, address structural barriers to employment and strengthen social cohesion.

By Juliet Omelo 16 days ago

UoN medical students threaten shutdown over withheld exam results

The students declared that no academic activities would resume until their grievances are addressed.

By Juliet Omelo 22 days ago

Relief for police officer in 11-year Bungoma land dispute

The lease was duly extended for 66 years beginning January 1989, and in 2011, Mr Jiwa cleared outstanding payments to regularise the process.

By Juliet Omelo 22 days ago

Shrinking donor aid spurs Bungoma to innovate in fight against tripple threat

According to Ministry of Health data (2025), Bungoma's HIV prevalence stands at 2.3 percent, below the national average of 3.7 percent.

By Juliet Omelo 22 days ago

Leaders say women's empowerment key to economic transformation

Presidential Advisor on Women's Rights Harriette Chiggai has emphasized the need for Kenya to urgently expand women's participation in leadership, entrepreneurship and justice systems.

By Juliet Omelo 23 days ago

The skies beckon Lanet's rising female aviators

Moi Forces Lanet is among the first public girls schools to offer aviation under Competency Based Education.

By Juliet Omelo 23 days ago

Health experts warn delayed motherhood raises risk of ectopic pregnancy

Health experts said that delayed motherhood, infections, and lifestyle habits are increasing the risk of ectopic pregnancy.

By Juliet Omelo 24 days ago

Industrial parks in Western stall over lack of funds

The much-hyped Industrial Parks and Aggregation Centres launched by the national government in partnership with county governments two years ago have stalled.

By Juliet Omelo and Benard Lusigi 24 days ago

Governor Lusaka signs deal with Amref to boost youth health

Statistics paint a grim picture showing that 19 percent of girls aged 15-19 in Bungoma are already mothers.

By Juliet Omelo 27 days ago

From hope to betrayal: Kabarak varsity launches law books

ICJ-Kenya boss says 2010 Constitution was supposed to safeguard Kenyans from poor leadership. Kabarak University unveils two publications on the Constitution to help Kenyans understand it.

By Juliet Omelo 28 days ago

Cultural barriers, weak policy enforcement keep girls out of school, experts say

Education advocates have raised concerns over cultural barriers that continue to keep girls out of school despite increased access to education and progress in policy reforms

By Juliet Omelo 29 days ago

Reprieve for children with sickle cell as Bungoma Hospital opens specialised clinic

Part of an expanded hospital building launched over the weekend, comes at a time when Sickle Cell cases are on the rise in the county, forcing many families to travel long distances to seek care.

By Juliet Omelo 30 days ago

Sugar woes: Governor Nyong'o opposes redundancies

The decision is part of a broader restructuring process triggered by the state's privatisation policy in the sugar sector.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Why Education CS is under fire over under funding, corruption in Schools

Education Cabinet Secretary Prof Julius Ogamba is under pressure to address the sector that is sinking into a crisis of corruption, underfunding, and betrayal of children's rights.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Kenya Unveils Drafts guidelines to strengthen Faith-Health Partnerships

The framework, developed after consultations with more than 400 clerics across denominations, proposes a major shift in how government health teams engage with religious institutions.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Africa to Spotlight Dyslexia as Landmark Conference Heads to Nairobi

The August 20-21 meeting at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) will be held under the theme "Rewriting the Neurodiversity Narrative- From Stigma to Strength."

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Report: Unpaid care work still burdens Kenyan women

A new report has revealed the significant toll unpaid care work continues to place on women and girls across the country.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Oluga promises bold hospital reforms as KNH gets acting CEO

Oluga stressed that the reforms will ensure hospitals align with the SHA tariffs and benefit packages while delivering quality and compassionate care.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Richard Lesiyampe takes over as Kenyatta National Hospital CEO

Dr Richard Lesiyampe has officially taken over as acting Chief Executive Officer of KNH, succeeding Dr Evanson Kamuri in a leadership transition that marks a new chapter for the referral facility.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Wetang'ula vows to push for Bungoma's elevation to city status

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has pledged to spearhead efforts to elevate Bungoma town to city status, saying the development must happen in his lifetime.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

UDA women leaders accuse Ruto of betrayal

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba claimed the Parliament is "captured" by corruption and accussed President William Ruto of complicity.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

NG-CDF is going nowhere, Wetangula tells critics

Wetang'ula said the NG-CDF remains one of the most impactful tools for grassroots and national development, touching on education and transforming communities.

By Juliet Omelo and Lewis Nyaundi 1 month ago

Fintechs urged to prioritise employee mental health

Burnout and workplace stress are silently eroding productivity but team-building retreats and fun corporate activities are critical business strategies for boosting staff morale and output.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

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Why Bungoma's teenage girls get pregnant to stay in school

Bungoma is among Kenya's hardest-hit counties in the face of the "triple threat" early pregnancy, new HIV infections, and high school dropout rates among teenagers.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

State steps up CBC teacher training with new partnership

The Ministry of Education has joined forces with the Foundations for Learning Project to enhance teacher skills, strengthen school leadership, and accelerate CBC reforms.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

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When family planning fails: Bungoma woman's IUD pregnancy sparks call for awareness

Among married women, injectables, implants and pills are the most commonly used.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Western farmers embrace new technologies to boost food production

Farmers in Kenya's Western region are increasingly adopting innovative agricultural technologies to boost food production and mitigate the effects of climate change.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Wanyonyi promises inclusive leadership, participatory politics in Bungoma

Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi has pledged to champion inclusive governance and participatory politics if elected as Bungoma's next governor.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago