Striking Moi University lecturers vow to stay put over broken promises

The lectures' union has accused the management of failing to honour a return-to-work formula signed last year after a three-month industrial action.

By Peter Ochieng 25 days ago

Ugandan charged with trafficking 190 kilograms of narcotic drugs

A Ugandan citizen was on Wednesday charged in a Nakuru court with trafficking 190 kilograms of narcotic drugs with a street value of Sh 9.5 million, contrary to the law.

By Peter Ochieng 30 days ago

Police holding three human fingers and six ammunition in Eldoret

The forefinger, ring finger, and little finger are suspected to have been chopped off by an unknown person.

By Peter Ochieng 1 month ago

Court rejects Sh3m bail for man accused of swindling youths in overseas job scam

The court had previously granted him bond pending the hearing and determination of the fraud-related case against him, which he allegedly committed a few months ago.

By Peter Ochieng 1 month ago

Students storm police station to demand justice for murdered colleague

Students of Eldoret National Polytechnic protested at the Langas Police Station in Kapseret, Uasin Gishu County, to demand justice for their murdered colleague.

By Peter Ochieng 1 month ago

Coffee farmers in Uasin Gishu County to receive 5.2 million seedlings

Coffee farmers in Uasin Gishu County will receive 5.2 million seedlings from the national government in the next two financial years to boost production.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Uasin Gishu firefighters warn public against siphoning fuel from overturned tankers

During the incident, firefighters faced the challenge of dispersing the crowd that had gathered to siphon the leaking fuel from the overturned tanker.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Uasin Gishu unveils Kenya's first E-voucher system for livestock vaccination

Uasin Gishu County has launched the country's first-ever e-voucher program for FMD and ECF vaccination as a way of transforming animal health management in Kenya

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Christians, muslims asked to pray together for next Pope

A section of civil society groups in North Rift region have asked Christians in Kenya to pray for a new Catholic Pope who will champion human rights across the globe.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Two women accused of kidnapping children seek plea bargain

The two are accused of kidnapping a three-year-old girl and her ten-year-old sister and demanding Sh1 million from their mother to secure their release.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Sudi to Gachagua: Leave me alone, stop undermining Ruto

He claimed the former DP was a divisive character well known to Kenyans and that he has no capacity to confuse anyone, adding that even his community is tired of him.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Police arrest man impersonating President Ruto's mother security detail

Police in Eldoret are holding in custody a 34-year-old man pretending to be a General Service Officer attached to President William Ruto's mother Sarah Cheruiyot.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Eldoret students protest after paying fees to unregistered college

The students held a demonstration at the Eldoret police station to report the matter and demand a refund of the fees they had paid to the proprietor of the institute.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Work or be fired, Uasin Gishu Governor warns cabinet

Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has resorted to making impromptu visits to project sites as calls for the completion of signature programmes intensify.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Governor urges residents to exercise caution to curb fire incidents

Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has urged residents to take preventive measures to avert fire incidents that have destroyed property in the last two months in the region.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Sudi, Kururia accuse Gachagua of sabotaging Ruto's agenda in Mt Kenya

President William Ruto addressing workers and farmers at Nzoia sugar company on August 28, 2023. [Benjamin Sakwa/ Standard]

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Police arrest members of notorious gang

Police in Eldoret are holding four members of a suspected criminal gang linked to a series of robberies in recent weeks.

By Peter Ochieng 6 months ago

Eldoret businessman alleges death threats from in-laws amid ongoing assault case

He alleged that he has been receiving constant threats over his life from a section of his in-laws after he disclosed sensitive information to the police about them.

By Peter Ochieng 6 months ago

Thousands face eviction in Eldoret as state eyes more land for housing

At least 5,000 families living in various estates in Eldoret City are facing eviction as the government's affordable housing takes shape.

By Peter Ochieng 8 months ago

Seasoned leader from Class One to college

For the last 16 years, Omondi has held student leadership positions. He has earned both love and hate from students and management alike.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Mobilize residents or face action, Uasin Gishu officials warn chiefs

Uasin Gishu County Commissioner Eddyson Nyale has asked chiefs to mobilize residents to attend future public meetings or face disciplinary action.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Former KCC staff threaten march to State House over unpaid dues

Former KCC employees have threatened a protest march to State House seeking President William Ruto's intervention over their unpaid terminal and Maziwa Sacco dues.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Governor Bii condemns rising crime rates in Eldoret

Governor Bii addressed the broader impact of motorcycle thefts, urging residents to refrain from buying old spare parts, which he noted as a major factor fueling the criminal activity.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Agency seeks to implement Sh120b water, sanitation projects

North Rift Valley Water Works Development Agency plans to implement five legacy projects worth Sh120 billion in the next five years.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Eldoret parents lose millions to rogue jobs agents in 'overseas jobs' deal

DCI has arrested 7 suspects as police say parents are paying between Sh300,000 and Sh1.3 million for their children abroad.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Kanu kicks off recruitment drive in North Rift

Kanu officials have embarked on a membership registration drive across the North Rift to strengthen the former ruling party.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Farmers to benefit from Kaptagat forest conservation project

At least 28,000 farmers are expected to benefit from an empowerment project to conserve Kaptagat forest in Elgeyo Marakwet county.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Sudi forgives protesters who vandalized, looted his night club

Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has said he has forgiven protesters who stormed and looted his nightclub during Gen Z demos on June 25, leading to the closure of the entertainment joint.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Clerics urge State to dialogue with youth, settle their grievances

Religious leaders in Uasin Gishu County have asked the government to listen to the youth, saying their concerns were genuine.

By Peter Ochieng and Martin Ndiema 1 year ago

Workers threaten to strike after KRA freezes Moi University bank accounts

Moi University workers have threatened to down tools to protest the decision by Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to freeze the institution's bank accounts.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Stakeholders partner to assist women adopt cleaner cooking technologies

Governor Jonathan Bii said there is a need for creativity and innovation towards addressing issues that help counter the impact of climate change.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Tame rampant graft in public sector, SDA professionals tells State

Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) professionals said corruption is negating gains made in building the economy.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Police seize 560 bags of fertiliser in Eldoret

Kapseret Sub County Police Commander Sarah Chumo said the fertiliser was ferried from Mombasa to Lemok in Kapseret area where it was seized.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Fertiliser scandal probe to unearth truth, says CS

MPs warn that unless the matter is addressed with the seriousness it deserves, the country might be plunged into a food crisis next year.

By Antony Gitonga and Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Contractors petition CS over unfair road tenders

The contractors claimed road tenders worth millions of shillings were allegedly being awarded based on ethnic lines.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Alarm as skilled nurses leave for better salaries, working terms abroad

Public health institutions in Uasin Gishu County have lost more than 120 nurses through resignations and mobility in pursuit of better opportunities abroad.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

New bid to end drug abuse in Uasin Gishu

Uasin Gishu County in partnership with the National Government through NACADA has launched an action plan to fight substance abuse.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Maendeleo ya Wanawake warns Jumwa against interference

MYWO leaders in North Rift have warned Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa against interference and instead asked her to work with officials.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Bishop calls for long term solution to banditry in North Rift

Bishop Kimengich expressed concern over the loss of lives and property through bandit attacks.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Police arrest two suspects over murder of athlete

The two suspects were arrested in Trans Nzoia and Langas respectively, over the murder of Edward Kiplagat whose body was found in a car on Sunday morning in Kimumu.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago