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Isaiah Gwengi

ODM members demand action over spate of violence in Bondo

The members, who have petitioned the ODM’s national office, raised concerns over repeated attacks by suspected goons.

ODM members demand action over spate of violence in Bondo

Murder most foul: Family wiped out in 'revenge' arson

Murder most foul: Family wiped out in 'revenge' arson

How to get Kenyans in the diaspora to invest more back home

How to get Kenyans in the diaspora to invest more back home

Nine family members die in suspected arson in Ugunja

Nine family members die in suspected arson in Ugunja

Infrastructure projects set to transform Siaya's new towns

According to Governor Orengo, the ongoing construction of ring-roads in Sega, Usenge and Ndori towns are intended to improve connectivity, scale up the towns’ competitiveness and attract investments.

Infrastructure projects set to transform Siaya's new towns

Orengo is right, say Siaya Ward Reps amid ouster push

James Orengo may be feeling the heat from a section of ODM leaders and Nyanza professionals calling for his impeachment, but several MCAs have dismissed the impeachment calls.

Orengo is right, say Siaya Ward Reps amid ouster push

Bondo MP Ochanda opposes Raila's NG-CDF proposal

Bondo MP Gideon Ochanda has opposed ODM leader Raila Odinga’s push to place the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) under county governments.

Bondo MP Ochanda opposes Raila's NG-CDF proposal

'Dead' Siaya man returns home few days after his burial

'Dead' Siaya man returns home few days after his burial

'Dead' Siaya man returns home few days after his burial

Siaya residents question move to impeach CEC

MCAs' plan to impeach Trade CEC Grace Agola over alleged incompetence and violation of the Constitution has put them on a collision course with a section of the residents.

Siaya residents question move to impeach CEC

Siaya MCAs move to impeach Trade CEC Grace Agola

Siaya CEC Member for Trade, Grace Agola, is facing possible impeachment after Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) launched a motion to remove her from office.

Siaya MCAs move to impeach Trade CEC Grace Agola

Sh46 million project to tackle water shortage in Siaya

Governor James Orengo's administration has stepped up efforts to address the problem of water shortage in Sakwa area by investing in a Sh46 million water project.

Sh46 million project to tackle water shortage in Siaya

Locals protest against gold leaching plant

The residents, who held peaceful demonstrations on Wednesday, said the plant is likely to cause serious effects on the environment.

By 2 months ago

Locals protest against gold leaching plant

ODM will have a presidential candidate in 2027, says Oburu

Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga, who hinted at ODM having a presidential candidate in the 2027 elections, said no party is always formed to be in the opposition.

By 2 months ago

ODM will have a presidential candidate in 2027, says Oburu

This man Bethwel Ogot: Inside life and times of Kenya's leading scholar

He was the President of the International Scientific Committee for the preparation of UNESCO’s General History of Africa.

By 2 months ago

This man Bethwel Ogot: Inside life and times of Kenya's leading scholar

Scramble for 'brown gold' leaves Lake Victoria's shoreline in limbo

Residents tell stories of how the once vibrant beachfront with has been left barren. Left behind are damaged roads, ugly, dangerous open pits, and gullies

By 3 months ago

Scramble for 'brown gold' leaves Lake Victoria's shoreline in limbo

Siaya fishermen decry harassment by Ugandan police

Thousands of fishermen in Siaya County have raised concern over frequent harassment and arrests by Ugandan authorities.

By 3 months ago

Siaya fishermen decry harassment by Ugandan police

Guard allegedly mauled to death by dogs

A 27-year-old man was allegedly mauled to death by dogs in Ajigo sub-location, Bondo sub-county.

By 3 months ago

Guard allegedly mauled to death by dogs

All systems go as Siaya set to host fourth 'Piny Luo' festival this year

The two-day event is designed to celebrate the beauty and allure of the four Luo-Nyanza counties, but also the profound significance of Siaya County in Luo history.

By 4 months ago

All systems go as Siaya set to host fourth 'Piny Luo' festival this year

Siaya residents ask Orengo to resuscitate ailing health facilities

Besides lack of water and toilets, buildings at some dispensaries have been condemned.

By 4 months ago

Siaya residents ask Orengo to resuscitate ailing health facilities

Koffi's Kisumu performance annoys fans

According to a source, Congolese musician Koffi Olomide was only paid for appearance.

By 4 months ago

Koffi's Kisumu performance annoys fans

How private tractor owners cash in on the rains

it takes them several days to do the work at a fee of between Sh1,500 and Sh2,000 per acre

By 4 months ago

How private tractor owners cash in on the rains

Stakeholders call for sustainable fisheries

Beach Management Unit network national chairman Tom Guda said capture fisheries is experiencing serious neglect by the government.

By 5 months ago

Stakeholders call for sustainable fisheries

Siaya unveils Sh412 million emergency medical plan

Siaya county Department of Health has unveiled a five-year Emergency Medical Care plan to curb deaths associated with trauma, obstetric emergencies and acute medical conditions.

By 5 months ago

Siaya unveils Sh412 million emergency medical plan

Residents protest closure of gold mining site in Rarieda

The Government has ordered for the closure of a gold mine in Ramba in Rarieda sub-county, sparking protests from local miners.

By 7 months ago

Residents protest closure of gold mining site in Rarieda

Orengo's tax proposals to raise cost of healthcare

Residents of Siaya are staring at tougher times ahead following proposals by Governor James Orengo’s administration to increase charges for various services.

By 7 months ago

Orengo's tax proposals to raise cost of healthcare

Bondo residents fault Orengo's Sh25 million ECD project

A section of residents have dismissed plans by Siaya Governor James Orengo's administration to construct a Sh25 million Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre in Bondo municipality.

By 7 months ago

Bondo residents fault Orengo's Sh25 million ECD project

County acquires 21 motorcycles to boost extension services

Siaya county government has procured 21 motorcycles to boost field extension services.

By 8 months ago

County acquires 21 motorcycles to boost extension services

Siaya records low mother-to-child HIV transmission

Siaya County has registered lower rates of HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis, a report by the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) has revealed.

By 8 months ago

Siaya records low mother-to-child HIV transmission

Nyangera Primary: Siaya's 'forgotten' school crying out for help to stay afloat

A rusty roof and collapsing mud walls prepare you for what to expect at the center, tucked inside Yimbo East ward in Siaya County.

By 8 months ago

Nyangera Primary: Siaya's 'forgotten' school crying out for help to stay afloat

Infrastructure projects set to transform Siaya's new towns

According to Governor Orengo, the ongoing construction of ring-roads in Sega, Usenge and Ndori towns are intended to improve connectivity, scale up the towns’ competitiveness and attract investments.

Infrastructure projects set to transform Siaya's new towns

Orengo is right, say Siaya Ward Reps amid ouster push

James Orengo may be feeling the heat from a section of ODM leaders and Nyanza professionals calling for his impeachment, but several MCAs have dismissed the impeachment calls.

Orengo is right, say Siaya Ward Reps amid ouster push

Bondo MP Ochanda opposes Raila's NG-CDF proposal

Bondo MP Gideon Ochanda has opposed ODM leader Raila Odinga’s push to place the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) under county governments.

Bondo MP Ochanda opposes Raila's NG-CDF proposal

'Dead' Siaya man returns home few days after his burial

'Dead' Siaya man returns home few days after his burial

'Dead' Siaya man returns home few days after his burial

Siaya residents question move to impeach CEC

MCAs' plan to impeach Trade CEC Grace Agola over alleged incompetence and violation of the Constitution has put them on a collision course with a section of the residents.

Siaya residents question move to impeach CEC

Siaya MCAs move to impeach Trade CEC Grace Agola

Siaya CEC Member for Trade, Grace Agola, is facing possible impeachment after Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) launched a motion to remove her from office.

Siaya MCAs move to impeach Trade CEC Grace Agola

Sh46 million project to tackle water shortage in Siaya

Governor James Orengo's administration has stepped up efforts to address the problem of water shortage in Sakwa area by investing in a Sh46 million water project.

Sh46 million project to tackle water shortage in Siaya

Locals protest against gold leaching plant

The residents, who held peaceful demonstrations on Wednesday, said the plant is likely to cause serious effects on the environment.

By 2 months ago

Locals protest against gold leaching plant

ODM will have a presidential candidate in 2027, says Oburu

Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga, who hinted at ODM having a presidential candidate in the 2027 elections, said no party is always formed to be in the opposition.

By 2 months ago

ODM will have a presidential candidate in 2027, says Oburu

This man Bethwel Ogot: Inside life and times of Kenya's leading scholar

He was the President of the International Scientific Committee for the preparation of UNESCO’s General History of Africa.

By 2 months ago

This man Bethwel Ogot: Inside life and times of Kenya's leading scholar

Scramble for 'brown gold' leaves Lake Victoria's shoreline in limbo

Residents tell stories of how the once vibrant beachfront with has been left barren. Left behind are damaged roads, ugly, dangerous open pits, and gullies

By 3 months ago

Scramble for 'brown gold' leaves Lake Victoria's shoreline in limbo

Siaya fishermen decry harassment by Ugandan police

Thousands of fishermen in Siaya County have raised concern over frequent harassment and arrests by Ugandan authorities.

By 3 months ago

Siaya fishermen decry harassment by Ugandan police

Guard allegedly mauled to death by dogs

A 27-year-old man was allegedly mauled to death by dogs in Ajigo sub-location, Bondo sub-county.

By 3 months ago

Guard allegedly mauled to death by dogs

All systems go as Siaya set to host fourth 'Piny Luo' festival this year

The two-day event is designed to celebrate the beauty and allure of the four Luo-Nyanza counties, but also the profound significance of Siaya County in Luo history.

By 4 months ago

All systems go as Siaya set to host fourth 'Piny Luo' festival this year

Siaya residents ask Orengo to resuscitate ailing health facilities

Besides lack of water and toilets, buildings at some dispensaries have been condemned.

By 4 months ago

Siaya residents ask Orengo to resuscitate ailing health facilities

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