No feasting as Raila Odinga is laid to rest in Bondo

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will be laid to rest on Sunday at his father’s home in Kan’go, Bondo, in a modest ceremony departing from traditional Luo pomp.

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Church hails Raila as a faithful member of the Anglican faith

Bishop Kodia revealed that Odinga’s baptism came under unique and controversial circumstances

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Raila ametunasa, says Mudavadi in emotional tribute to fallen leader

Prime CS Mudavadi on Sunday said the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga had captured the hearts and minds of Kenyans through his courage, resilience and unrelenting pursuit for justice.

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Opoda Farm: Inside Raila's quiet home that shaped many political stories

Raila’s rural home, Opoda wasn’t just a farm—it was a political sanctuary, a cultural bridge, and a command post.

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'He gave us Easter in August': Light moments as Odinga family eulogises Raila

Winnie, in her brief remarks, said many people have talked ill about Bondo, but today they proved them wrong that it gave a country a great son.

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Ruto: ODM will form or be in the next Government

President Ruto says ODM will form or join the next government in 2027, warns of action against individuals attempting to create divisions within the Party.

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Raila Odinga buried as military honours him with 17-gun salute

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was on Sunday laid to rest at his father's home in Kan'go ka Jaramogi, Bondo, in a ceremony marked by military honours, cultural symbolism and rare political unity.

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Shock and grief in Raila's hometown of Bondo following his demise

Wailing filled the air as men, women and children gathered inside the homestead, some clutching twigs, while others sang dirges in Luo, calling out “Baba”.

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'I shaped Raila Odinga's political journey', MP Ochanda says

When Raila was released from detention in 1991, Ochanda said the former Prime Minister quickly noticed his commitment and asked him to join his team as a personal assistant.

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President Ruto to open Siaya Investment Conference

County Executive for Trade Grace Agola said preparations for the event were complete and that the county was ready to host both local and international investors.

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Oburu breaks silence on Raila's health

Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga has confirmed that ODM party leader Raila Odinga is recuperating in India after being indisposed.

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Siaya MCAs approve Access to Information Bill

Siaya County Assembly has passed the Siaya County Access to Information Bill, 2025, marking a major step towards greater transparency, accountability and citizen participation in local governance.

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From hope to ruin: The rise and fall of Siaya's fruit factory

Today, the factory stands largely idle with over Sh33 million in investments but little to show. 

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Trips over treatment: How Siaya leaders burned Sh200m while hospitals went underfunded

Domestic travel alone consumed Sh196.98 million, with the County Assembly burning through Sh143.91 million and the Executive spending Sh53.06 million.

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Governor Orengo dismisses CoB report on revenue collection

Siaya Governor James Orengo has dismissed the Controller of Budget (CoB) report, ranking the county among the lowest performers in revenue collection for the last financial year.

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Governor Orengo orders probe into Siaya jobs scam, promises action

Orengo called on the investigators to conduct lifestyle audits on individuals of interest.

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NuPEA identifies eight potential nuclear plant sites in Siaya

The Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA) has identified eight sites in Siaya County as possible locations to establish a nuclear power plant.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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One dead in Rarieda after a mining shaft collapsed

Michael Obunga lost his life after the mine hole they were working in collapsed.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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