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Police say Natembeya stage-managed chaotic gunfire rally

While Natembeya and his allies believe the disruption was part of an ongoing effort by the government to scuttle their campaigns, security agencies claim the incident was a bluff.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

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Politicians, clergy eulogise Bishop Sulumeti as servant of humanity

Sulumeti was appointed the first Bishop of Kakamega in 1978 and served until he retired in 2014.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Five arrested over cheating as State warns of tougher bond terms

Ingonga said he took time off his official duties to personally oversee the start of the national examinations in the Western region

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

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How Lugari maize plant freed Kakamega farmers from cartels, exploitation

Yet for years, the very farmers who worked tirelessly from sunrise to sunset were the least rewarded for their sweat.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

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Sh46 billion development pledge: Inside Ruto's four-day Western tour

President Ruto outlined some of the projects the government is undertaking in Vihiga to raise living standards in the county

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

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Vihiga family blames county for five-year burial standoff

When Reverend Hezekiah Ondego, 84, died in 2020 in Mbale, Vihiga County, his family thought they would bury their beloved and finally find closure.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

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Ruto intensifies bid to pacify Western region with goodies

During a development tour in the region, Ruto dismissed his opponents as weak and predicted an easy victory in the 2027 elections.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

Ruto pledges Sh150 million to equip Butere County hospital as Barasa hails UHC boost

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has welcomed President William Ruto's pledge to equip the newly commissioned Butere County Hospital.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

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I have no competitor, Ruto says only Raila was worth political contest

President William Ruto has termed his opponents in the opposition wing as clueless, stating that they are not worthy of being his competitors, save for the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

He is our general, ex-detainees salute Baba

Former detainees and victims of the Nyayo torture chambers have paid glowing tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

'Rero ni Rero' star mourns Raila who lifted him to fame

Kakamega-based musician Emanuel Musindi, the man behind the viral political campaign song "Rero ni Rero" during the 2022 general election, is mourning the death of Raila Odinga.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

Ruto-Moi alliance sparks political realignment in Western Kenya

Western Kenya leaders welcome political cooperation between President William Ruto and KANU chairman Gideon Moi, saying it signals an era of unity and inclusive politics.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

Kabuchai MP Kalasinga declares war on Wetangula, vows to oust him from Ford Kenya leadership

Why I want Wetang'ula out of Ford-Kenya leadership,' says Kabuchai MP Majimbo Kalasinga declares war as rift widens.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

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Natembeya to Ruto: You will not stop my Western unity drive

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has accused President William Ruto of using State agencies to intimidate him.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

Leaders call for more funding for IEBC to bring voter registration to remote areas

Leaders urge IEBC to make voter registration more accessible, saying most centres are too far from ordinary citizens, especially in remote areas.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

Malava residents accuse Mudavadi of betraying Malulu's son in UDA nominations

Late Malulu's son, Malava elders accuse Mudavadi of betrayal, voter bribery during UDA nominations, vow to cut ties with him

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Residents lynch five suspected criminals in botched robbery in Kakamega

Five suspected criminals were lynched by residents in a span of 72 hours in Matungu and Mumias East Constituencies, Kakamega county.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

25,000 learners in Kakamega to benefit from school feeding programme

The Kakamega County Government has signed an MoU with the French Government to support a feeding programme targeting learners in ECDE centres and primary schools.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Poison killed Putin critic Navalny, wife says

The wife of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny says laboratory analysis of smuggled biological samples found he was killed by poisoning while incarcerated at an Arctic prison in February 2024.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza, AFP 4 months ago

Western Kenya split over ban on 'Disco Matanga'

Disco Matanga has increasingly been linked to decaying morals especially among the youth who use such occasions to engage in drugs, excess alcohol consumption, crime and unprotected sex.

By Bernard Lusigi, Mary Imenza, Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Court temporarily halts proceedings of ShSh3.9m fraud case

Kakamega Law Courts has temporarily suspended the proceedings of a case where an Indian man has been charged with allegedly defrauding a businessman of Sh3.9 million.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Mumias East learners suffer as classroom renovation stalls

Learners at Mung'anga Primary School and Musango primary in Mumias East Constituency grappling with severe congestion after a stalled CDF renovation project left several classrooms roofless.

By Benard Lusigi, Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Indian man charged with defrauding businessman Sh3.9m

An Indian man accused of committing fraud was released on a bond of Sh4 million after being arraigned for obtaining money by false pretence.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Governor Barasa, CS Oparanya clash sparks ODM rift in Kakamega

The dispute stems from the recent ODM County chairmanship elections.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Murkomen forms special unit to tackle funeral goons in Western

Murkomen said the government is alarmed by the rise of political violence in Western Kenya, where funerals and political rallies have increasingly been turned into battlefields.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Barasa declared ODM Kakamega chair after contentious polls

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa declared ODM county chairman by returning Officer Felix Ngara, previous election was postponed after delegates disagreed over the voting method.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Busia lawyers suspend services to demand transfer of chief magistrate

Showdown looms after lawyers suspended legal services to demand the transfer of Busia Chief Magistrate Edna Nyaloti, after she accused them of colluding with cartels to endanger her life.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

UDA aspirant's death sparks political storm in Malava ahead of by-election

Kakamega leaders divided over the death of a UDA aspirant, accuse the party of alleged bias in nominations, as Mudavadi calls for nominations.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Mudavadi seeks to lock out Gachagua's DCP in Malava by-election

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi has dismissed Gachagua's DCP as a political outfit without meaningful influence and urged residents of Malava to reject it.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Ruto releases Sh163m to support youth taking up foreign jobs, assures of safety

President William Ruto has assured Kenyans taking up job opportunities abroad under the government's Kazi Majuu programme of their safety and protection from exploitation.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Education PS Bitok explains shift from NEMIS to KEMIS

Education PS Julius Bitok said KEMIS will capture accurate data on all learners and institutions from primary schools to universities, TVETs, and parastatals.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

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Imulama: Inside Kakamega Police Post run by a single officer

The station is dire, and it has sparked public outcry because it often remains closed whenever the lone officer is away, leaving the entire locality vulnerable to criminal elements.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 6 months ago

Kindiki urges youth to shun violence, vows revival of the sugar sector in Western

The Deputy President condemned acts of violence and looting witnessed during the protests, cautioning that such chaos only undermines efforts to build the economy.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 6 months ago

Mudavadi terms 2027 rigging claims by a section of KK leaders cheap politics

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi has denounced claims by a section of Kenya Kwanza leaders that the 2027 General Election will be rigged in favour of President William Ruto.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 6 months ago

Governor Barasa calls for waiver of medical bills for injured Gen-Zs

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has called on both the national and county governments to waive medical bills for young people injured during recent anti-government demonstrations.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 6 months ago

Ugandan teen found dead in Kakamega rental as boyfriend disappears

According to police sources, the suspect fled to Uganda shortly after the incident.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 6 months ago

Wetang'ula, Barasa blast bishops, envoys over Gen Z protests

Stop hypocrisy over Gen-Z protests and violence, Wetangula, Ruto's allies slam envoys and Bishops

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 7 months ago

Ruto and Raila allies call for restraint during June 25 protests

Allies of President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga have called for restraint and lawful conduct during Gen-Z protests planned for Wednesday.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 7 months ago

Family of slain Gen Z protester cries for justice

A family mourning their loved one lost during last year's Gen Z protests is struggling with grief and unanswered questions amid deafening silence from the government.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 7 months ago

Sh1 billion Aquaculture centre set to transform fish farming in Kakamega

The Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute is set to establish a Sh1 billion Research and Farmers Training Centre in Mumias West, Kakamega County.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 7 months ago