Barasa warns against dynasty politics at burial

Didmus Barasa has cautioned against political dominance by a single family in Bungoma as the 2027 gubernatorial race begins to take shape.

By Jackline Inyanji 11 days ago

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Bungoma man claims he died, met Jesus, came back with powers

Bishop Zakayo Ingana claims to have met Jesus Christ at least five times in his lifetime. 

By Jackline Inyanji 15 days ago

Stakeholders lament over low voter listing

“I am dissatisfied with the low turnout we are witnessing. Those who have not yet registered must come out in large numbers and enlist as voters,” Lusaka said.

By Jackline Inyanji 17 days ago

Farmers decry shortage of fertilizer

It is tiresome camping at the Cereal board for over a week without getting fertiliser.

By Jackline Inyanji 18 days ago

Didmus Barasa eyes governor seat in the 2027 polls on UDA ticket

Barasa says that his decision to enter the gubernatorial race was driven by the urgent need to address systemic failures.

By Jackline Inyanji 18 days ago

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Impeachment? Why Governor Lusaka has sacked entire cabinet

Governor Kenneth Lusaka has sacked all CECs and Attorney General Edward Oringe Waswa in a major shake-up in the County Government.

By Jackline Inyanji 21 days ago

Kimilili MP asks voters to choose between UDA and Ford K

Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa had hit the ground running as the race to succeed Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka intensified.

By Jackline Inyanji 24 days ago

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Bukusu elders host Sifuna, signal backing for 2027 ambitions

Sifuna on Saturday met the Council of Elders at the rural home of former Cabinet minister Mukhisa Kituyi in Mbakalo, Tongaren Constituency.

By Jackline Inyanji 24 days ago

Residents storm police station over guards' murder

Angry residents stormed Sang’alo Police Station in Bungoma to protest the killing of two night guards, blaming authorities for rising insecurity.

By Jackline Inyanji 24 days ago

Religious leaders urged to help spearhead voter registration

Religious leaders have been challenged to take a leading role in mobilising Kenyans to register as voters as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election.

By Jackline Inyanji 26 days ago

Parents told to get involved in their children's education

Parents have been told to be actively involved in their children’s education by attending academic meetings. 

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Lusaka to recruit more ECDE teachers, VCT instructors

Bungoma County has embarked on a process to recruit more ECDE teachers to enhance the ratio of teachers to learners.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Sh75 million boost for community school

The M-PESA Foundation is investing Sh75 million in a new primary school in Bungoma County to boost access to education.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

No help, no rest: Woman battles poverty, stigma to care for sick kin

It is 10 am when we arrive at Miendo village in Webuye West constituency, where Nancy Wapangana is busy attending to her granddaughter, 10, her daughter, 29, and her husband.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Elders back MP Barasa for Bungoma County top seat

Elders from the Sabaot clan have endorsed Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa's gubernatorial bid.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Bungoma County Referral Hospital receives modern CT scan machine

The advanced imaging equipment marks a significant step in enhancing diagnostic capacity within the county.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Jilted lover attacks woman in Bungoma

A 40-year-old woman suffered life-threatening injuries after she was attacked by her jilted lover in Bungoma County. 

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Wetang'ula wants traffic laws reviewed

National Assembly Speaker, Moses Wetang’ula, has urged MPs and senators to review the Traffic Bill and enact strict laws to curb road accidents.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Another life lost at Malaha Junction days after deadly Webuye Kitale crash

An 80-year-old man was killed by a truck at Malaha Junction on the Webuye–Kitale highway, days after a crash at the same spot claimed 15 lives.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Sifuna receives boost in political ambitions

A section of elders has since invited Sifuna for community blessings as they back his top leadership political ambition.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

A 21-year-old man arrested after allegedly stabbing his elder brother

A 21-year-old man has been arrested in Tongaren, Bungoma County, over the alleged fatal stabbing of his elder brother.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

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Bungoma leaders endorse Sifuna for presidency, dismiss calls to back Ruto

Several MPs in Bungoma County have endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to run for the presidency, citing his leadership within the ODM party and his rising popularity across the country.

By Jackline Inyanji 1 month ago

Grieving family seeks help to clear son's Sh700,000 hospital bill

A family in Misikhu in Bungoma County is distraught after the body of their son was detained by a Coast hospital over Sh700,000 bill.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Ole Sapit asks IEBC to take action over political chaos ahead of 2027 polls

Anglican Church of Kenya Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit has raised concerns over early campaigns outside the election period.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Poverty forces girl, 8 to stand in hole for therapy

Every morning, Sussy Nanjala, who was born with a rare muscle deformity is made to stand for a couple of hours in a hole dug for her at Sitikho village in Webuye, Bungoma County.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Webuye County Hospital steps up campaign to curb diabetes, hypertension

Webuye County Hospital in Bungoma has partnered with AMPATH in a campaign to contain diabetes and high blood pressure.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Two killed in quarry collapse during sand harvesting in Webuye

Two people were killed and two others seriously injured after a quarry collapsed during sand harvesting in Maraka Ward, Webuye East Sub-County, Bungoma County.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Bungoma Governor Lusaka denies Sh3.6M Christmas tree claim

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has denied claims that his administration spent Sh3.6 million on a Christmas tree lighting event in 2019.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Didmus Barasa: Uhuru is a stumbling block to Ruto's re-election bid

Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has slammed former President Uhuru Kenyatta for allegedly standing in the way of President William Ruto’s re-election bid.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

EX-Pan paper workers demand payment

Former Pan Paper workers demand payment despite Sh229 million having been released by the government to settle their dues.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

EACC probes Bungoma county over alleged Sh3.6 million Christmas tree

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has launched investigations into Sh3.6 million, allegedly spent on a Christmas tree by Bungoma county government.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Community secures Sh16m to conserve Mt Elgon forest

Efforts to conserve Mount Elgon Forest received a major boost yesterday after local Community Forest Associations (CFAs) secured a Sh16 million grant to enhance their activities.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Bungoma deputy Mbatiany eyes Lusaka succession

Bungoma Deputy Governor Janepher Mbatiany has declared interest in succeeding her boss, Governor Kenneth Lusaka, in 2027.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Bungoma clinches multiple National Agricultural Awards, ranks third countrywide

Bungoma County stamped its authority as a national leader in agricultural transformation after clinching multiple honours at the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Treasury to allocate Sh2 billion to clear Nzoia workers debts

Relief for Nzoia workers as treasury commits Sh2 billion debt payout.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Stakeholders demand immediate release of full school funds

Bumula MP Jack Wamboka says the unwarranted delayed disbursement of capitation is pushing many schools to the brink with the management at loss on how to handle the situation.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

KENAS says all entities will undergo mandatory accreditation

Local entities and infrastructures will be subjected to mandatory accreditation to make them conform to international best practices.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 months ago

Ex-Nzoia Sugar staff, farmers stage protests

Farmers affiliated with Nzoia Sugar Company and former workers are protesting over billions of shillings in unpaid dues.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 months ago

Police destroy 2,000 litres of Kangara, 120 litres of chang'aa in Bungoma

One person was arrested in the operation led by Assistant Commissioner of the Mitua-Soysambu area, Solomon Nginai, targeting two villages.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 months ago

Affordable housing public participation meet flops

A public participation meeting on thew planned construction of affordable housing and a smart city at the Red Cross hall in Kanduyi, flopped after the conveners failed to show up.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 months ago