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Government accounting officers ready to roll out e-procurement, says PS
Mining Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai has said that government accounting officers are prepared to implement President William Ruto's directive on electronic procurement (e-procurement).
By Martin Ndiema 11 days ago
Government accounting officers ready to roll out e-procurement, says PS
Government to rehabilitate dams in Trans Nzoia to curb floods
In the plan, Marinda and Aseka dams are the priority, with authorities warning against encroachment in the catchment areas.
By Martin Ndiema 17 days ago
Government  to rehabilitate dams in Trans Nzoia to curb floods
Crackdown in Trans Nzoia nets 46 suspects as 57 ordered to surrender
County Commissioner Gideon Oyagi confirmed the arrests, saying the suspects are interrogated before being arraigned in court.
By Martin Ndiema 21 days ago
Crackdown in Trans Nzoia nets 46 suspects as 57 ordered to surrender
Tragedy in Trans Nzoia as minor sent home for fees is raped and murdered
A 7-year-old in Naikara Chebukaka village, Trans Nzoia County, was brutally raped and murdered after being sent home from school for unpaid tuition fees.
By Martin Ndiema 29 days ago
Tragedy in Trans Nzoia as minor sent home for fees is raped and murdered
Trans Nzoia residents ask President Ruto to prioritize war on graft
The locals insisted that while corruption is a serious challenge, looting by public officials is the most destructive practice, crippling development and draining public resources.
By Martin Ndiema 1 month ago
Trans Nzoia residents ask President Ruto to prioritize war on graft
Dairy farmers appeal for urgent government action as foot and mouth disease ravaged herds.
He described the painful symptoms afflicting his animals, including blisters and ulcers on the feet and mouth that make walking and feeding difficult.
By Martin Ndiema 1 month ago
Dairy farmers appeal for urgent government action as foot and mouth disease ravaged herds.
Kiunjuri calls for review of university funding model, SHA contribution
TSP leader Mwangi Kiunjuri, has urged the government to review the university funding model after an audit report by the Auditor General exposed significant flaws in its implementation.
By Martin Ndiema 1 month ago
Kiunjuri calls for review of university funding model, SHA contribution
Nurses in Trans Nzoia down tools after talks collapse
Nurses in Trans Nzoia have gone on strike after 50 days of unsuccessful negotiations with the county government.
By Martin Ndiema 1 month ago
Nurses in Trans Nzoia down tools after talks collapse
NCIC Commissioner's family fights alleged land grab by Trans Nzoia County
The standoff reportedly began after the family received informal communication from a senior county official expressing interest in purchasing the property.
By Martin Ndiema 1 month ago
NCIC Commissioner's family fights alleged land grab by Trans Nzoia County
Natembeya returns to office after court order lapses amid corruption charges
In his first address since resuming duty, Natembeya dismissed the allegations as politically motivated and maintained his innocence.
By Martin Ndiema 2 months ago
Natembeya returns to office after court order lapses amid corruption charges
Sabaot elders want Gachagua investigated over divisive remarks
The elders expressed concern that the former deputy president was resorting to inflammatory language without regard for the long-term impact on the country's peace and stability.
By Martin Ndiema 2 months ago
Sabaot elders want Gachagua investigated over divisive remarks
Grief in Trans Nzoia as teacher found dead in suspected suicide
Trans Nzoia West Deputy Police Commander Erick Ng'etich confirmed that no suicide note was recovered, and investigations are ongoing.
By Martin Ndiema 2 months ago
Grief in Trans Nzoia as teacher found dead in suspected suicide
Natembeya to build Sh26m poultry slaughterhouse in Trans Nzoia
A Sh26 million poultry slaughterhouse with the capacity to process 30,000 chickens daily will soon be established in Trans Nzoia County.
By Martin Ndiema 2 months ago
Natembeya to build Sh26m poultry slaughterhouse in Trans Nzoia
Agikuyu elders rekindle Abaluhya ties
The visit sought to strengthen historical ties and foster unity between the Agikuyu and Luhya communities in honor of the friendship between the late Wamalwa and former President Kibaki.
By Martin Ndiema 3 months ago
Agikuyu elders rekindle Abaluhya ties
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Patients now turn to the web for drugs due to the shortcomings
From mothers looking for medicines to stroke patients searching for exercises, the internet is the main care source for thousands.
By Martin Ndiema 3 months ago
Patients now turn to the web for drugs due to the shortcomings
Youth, professionals defend Governor Natembeya
A section of leaders, youth, and professionals in Trans Nzoia County have thrown their weight behind Governor George Natembeya.
By Martin Ndiema 3 months ago
Youth, professionals defend Governor Natembeya
Trans Nzoia women leaders decry toxic politics; call for unity, respect
A group of Maendeleo ya Wanawake leaders in Trans Nzoia County has condemned the rising wave of political mudslinging and character assassination.
By Martin Ndiema 3 months ago
Trans Nzoia women leaders decry toxic politics; call for unity, respect
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Post-election fire took her face, not her dreams: Nakhumicha's story still burns today
The resilience journey of Roselyne Nakhumicha, who was burnt inside the house during the 2007/08 post-election violence at the aged just seven months.
By Martin Ndiema 3 months ago
Post-election fire took her face, not her dreams: Nakhumicha's story still burns today
Natembeya snubs Celebrations, blames state on democracy lapses
Natembeya boycotts Madaraka Day over democratic concerns.
By Martin Ndiema 3 months ago
Natembeya snubs Celebrations, blames state on democracy lapses
Governor Natembeya rubbishes graft allegations
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has denied corruption allegations against him, labelling them as a political smear campaign.
By Martin Ndiema 3 months ago
Governor Natembeya rubbishes graft allegations
MP Amisi alleges a plot by state to silence Western leaders
Amisi pointed to neglected infrastructure projects, such as unfinished roads in Saboti and stalled public services, as evidence of the government's failure to deliver.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
MP Amisi alleges a plot by state to silence Western leaders
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How this mum of six made it into the male dominated bodaboda business
But her journey hasn't been without its share of challenges, including clients who refused to pay and others who were reluctant to be ferried by a woman.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
How this mum of six made it into the male dominated bodaboda business
Women in Cherang'any urged to embrace avocado farming
Women in Cherang'any in Trans Nzoia County urged to embrace avocado farming as an alternative to traditional maize cultivation.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Women in Cherang'any urged to embrace avocado farming
Farmers protest against cattle rustling in Elgeyo Marakwet
More than 100 residents from Elgeyo Marakwet County staged a protest to demand the arrest of suspects involved in livestock theft.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Farmers protest against cattle rustling in Elgeyo Marakwet
Cataracts are silently robbing Trans Nzoia farmers of their sight
Farmers in Trans Nzoia face significantly higher risk of developing cataracts. This is because of prolonged exposure to UV radiation while working outdoors.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Cataracts are silently robbing Trans Nzoia farmers of their sight
Kitale launches 'Waste to Wealth' drive to empower youth
The Kitale Municipality Board has announced plans for an innovative recycling project focused on transforming the town's waste into a prosperous recycling economy.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Kitale launches 'Waste to Wealth' drive to empower youth
EACC engages Gen Z in bold new anti-corruption drive
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is now focusing on youth as a vital resource in the fight against corruption.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
EACC engages Gen Z in bold new anti-corruption drive
Ombudsman pledge to improve access to justice in Trans Nzoia
The Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) has committed to strengthening governance and climate resilience efforts in Trans Nzoia County.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Ombudsman pledge to improve access to justice in Trans Nzoia
Femicide is a national emergency, Barasa says
Kenya's Technical Working Group on GBV and Femicide chairperson, Nancy Barasa, has raised the alarm over the rising cases of femicide, and called for urgent and radical action to curb the menace.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Femicide is a national emergency, Barasa says
Two die after consuming illicit liquor in Trans Nzoia
Two deaths were reported in Trans Nzoia County over the weekend in incidents related to the consumption of illicit brew.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Two die after consuming illicit liquor in Trans Nzoia
Shock in Kiminini as man digs up wife's grave over 'haunting'
Bizarre exhumation shocks village." She won't let me sleep"..Man exhumed wife's body after haunted dreams in Kiminini.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Shock in Kiminini as man digs up wife's grave over 'haunting'
Communities demand speedy payouts, fair compensation in Wildlife Bill 2025
Wildlife Bill 2025 gains support for promoting fair compensation and Community-led conservation.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Communities demand speedy payouts, fair compensation in Wildlife Bill 2025
Luhya elders seek national recognition for centenarian over peace initiatives
Luhya elders push for national recognition of centenarian for his contributions to peacebuilding.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Luhya elders seek national recognition for centenarian over peace initiatives
Uproar as residents go for three months without power
A power outage that has persisted for over three months is threatening the safety and well being of more than 100 children at the Baba Nyumbani Children's Home.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Uproar as residents go for three months without power
Conservation efforts boosted as government distributes water tanks to tree nurseries
Conservation efforts boosted as the government distributes water tanks to tree nurseries.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Conservation efforts boosted as government distributes water tanks to tree nurseries
DCI arrests robbery suspect, seizes five illegal guns
The suspect was apprehended during a raid in Tuwan area Trans Nzoia County, where officers uncovered a cache of illegal items linked to organised crime.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
DCI arrests robbery suspect, seizes five illegal guns
Minor assumed dead a year ago found alive in children's home
The family reported his disappearance at Nyakinywa Police Station and scoured the surrounding areas for months without success.
By Martin Ndiema 4 months ago
Minor assumed dead a year ago found alive in children's home
Modeling contest turns chaotic as Mary Biketi targeted in Kitale
Chaos erupted at the Kitale Museum on Friday afternoon as a modelling competition was violently disrupted by over 50 armed youths.
By Martin Ndiema 5 months ago
Modeling contest turns chaotic as Mary Biketi targeted in Kitale
Panyako blasts devolution, wants health sector back under national government
The Secretary General KNUN Seth Panyako, has launched a scathing attack on the country's devolved health system, saying it has failed to deliver quality healthcare
By Martin Ndiema 5 months ago
Panyako blasts devolution, wants health sector back under national government
Kenya Red Cross steps up flood preparedness in Trans Nzoia as rains intensify.
Kenya Red Cross steps up flood preparedness in Trans Nzoia as rains intensify.
By Martin Ndiema 5 months ago
Kenya Red Cross steps up flood preparedness in Trans Nzoia as rains intensify.
State bans Saccos from borrowing to pay dividends
Business
By Brian Ngugi
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Why Athi-River is safe haven for human smugglers
National
By Pkemoi Ng'enoh
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How I was trafficked into Somalia for gun training to avenge my father's death
National
By Fred Kagonye and Kamau Muthoni
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