Governor demands accountability from Browns Plantation over Sh1b Fund

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai has demanded that Browns Plantation clarify the status of a Sh1 billion fund and a 15 per cent shareholding, set to benefit local communities.

By Nikko Tanui 10 days ago

Governor Mutai seeks revocation of deeds issued irregularly in Chelimo land row

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai wants the Ministry of Lands to revoke title deeds allegedly issued irregularly to politicians and influential individuals in the contested Chelimo/Kefoko Estate.

By Nikko Tanui 10 days ago

State issues title deeds to 2,000 Chelimo squatters

The government has started issuing title deeds to over 2,000 squatters in Chelimo Estate, Kericho, paving the way to resolve a long-standing land dispute and expansion of Kericho town.

By Nikko Tanui 17 days ago

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Labour storm brews at Browns Tea Plantations over hiring of expatriates

A looming labour dispute is unfolding at Browns Tea Plantations following allegations over the employment of 15 expatriates in senior positions.

By Nikko Tanui 19 days ago

20 injured, five critical in multi-vehicle crash at LondianiMuhuroni blackspot

20 injured, five critical in multi-vehicle crash at Londiani–Muhuroni blackspot

By Nikko Tanui 27 days ago

Shrapnel from intercepted drones injures four in Bahrain

"As a result of Iranian aggression, 4 citizens sustained minor injuries & several houses in Sitra were damaged by shrapnel from the interception of Iranian drones."

By Nikko Tanui 27 days ago

MP seeks answers from parliament over Kericho mass grave scandal

Kericho Woman Representativehas moved to Parliament seeking answers over the controversial burial of dozens of unidentified bodies  in a Kericho mass grave

By Nikko Tanui 27 days ago

DCI boss reveals how bodies were secretly buried at Kericho mass grave

DCI boss Mohamed Amin has revealed that Sh130,000 was paid to facilitate the clandestine burial of 33 unidentified bodies in Kericho.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

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Grim details on 33 bodies exhumed from mass grave

Postmortem examinations and DNA analysis on 33 exhumed bodies from a mass grave in Kericho County have commenced.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

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Grave questions: How police were kept in the dark over Kericho mass grave

A chilling discovery of exhumed bodies, some dismembered, has triggered outrage and demands for an inquest.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

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Kericho's secret mass grave horror

The government faces scrutiny after a suspected secret mass grave with mutilated bodies was discovered at Makaburini Cemetery in Kericho, prompting police investigations.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

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Landmark court ruling that will reshape vetting for candidates in the 2027 election

Legal experts suggest that the decision could reshape vetting processes for candidates ahead of the 2027 general election.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

One dead, four rescued as building collapses on workers in Kericho

One person has been confirmed dead and four construction workers rescued after a building under construction collapsed in Kericho, with rescue teams still combing the rubble for survivors.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Residents torch sugarcane plantation and tractor in grazing dispute

Angry residents of Muhoroni torched a tractor and a sugarcane plantation belonging to a local sugar company following a dispute over confiscated livestock.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

Pupil swept away by floods while attempting to cross bridge

A Grade Three pupil at Soin-Crest Primary School died after he was swept away by floods while riding on his father’s motorcycle as they attempted to cross Kipsitet Bridge in Kericho County.

By Nikko Tanui 1 month ago

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28 education bosses under scrutiny over ghost learners fraud

Twenty-eight County Directors of Education face disciplinary action after a Ministry of Education audit uncovered the irregular registration of ghost learners and non-existent schools.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Court declares John Chebochok unfit to hold public office

The High Court has ruled that John Chebochok, who was prominently featured in the 'Sex for Work: The True Taste of Our Tea' documentary, is unfit for public office.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Court suspends Kericho county secretary appointment pending hearing

The Employment and Labour Relations Court has suspended the approval and appointment of Kericho County Secretary after a petition challenged the legality of the recruitment panel.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

ROUNDUP: Compassion, care, and love as Kenyans celebrate Valentines

Kenyans across the country and lovers marked yesterday's Valentine's Day celebrations with flowers, romantic gestures, and a display of compassion and community outreach.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Family in agony as 24-year-old daughter goes missing

A family from Kedowa village is distressed after their 24-year-old daughter, Lydwin Chelangat, disappeared mysteriously, leaving behind two children aged four and two.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Parents demand investigation after Chebwagan High School sends 148 students on suspension

The school suspended some 148 students under unclear circumstances, worsening an ongoing crisis sparked by an alleged low KCSE mean grade.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

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Eight years, no Destination: Family of six seeks help for uncontrollable walking urge

After eight years of walking across the country with their children in tow, a mysterious family from Nyamira County has finally broken its silence.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

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Man alleges police assault, seeks justice over broken arm

He alleged that the officer tried to slap him, but he dodged the blow, causing the officer to fall.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

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Insurance gap leaves cancer patients paying out of pocket for endoscopy

Cardiothoracic surgeons and cancer patients have petitioned the government to urgently include endoscopy among the procedures covered by SHA, warning that its exclusion delays diagnosis.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Kindiki hits out at opposition over plan to scrap SHA

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has criticised opposition leaders over their plan to reinstate the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund should it take power in 2027.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Junet backs sale of State's KPC, Safaricom shares

The proposed sale of government stakes in major state-linked firms has sparked sharp debate across the political divide.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Tea firms award scholarships to 20 bright students

Browns Plantations has awarded scholarships to 20 students for the 2026–2028 academic cycle.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

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Reprieve as standoff over 'Mama Shop' container at Chepseon market resolved

The dispute had arisen over concerns that the containers, dubbed “Mama Shops,” might encroach on the road reserve.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Surgeons, cancer patients petition state to cover endoscopy under SHA

Dr Russ White, says that esophageal cancer is common among men and women in Kenya, yet the only definitive way to diagnose it is through endoscopy — a procedure not paid for by SHA.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Traditional mursik under scrutiny after family suffers food poisoning

What is often celebrated as a symbol of Kalenjin heritage and hospitality has once again come under public health scrutiny following a food poisoning incident in Chepseon.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Ten hospitalised after consuming suspected contaminated Mursik

Ten members of one family were hospitalised after consuming suspected contaminated sour milk, popularly known as mursik, in Chepseon area, Kericho County.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Mother and daughter die as fire razes house in Ainamoi

Kericho County Police Commander James Ngetich said the fire broke out at around 4:30 am and quickly spread through the timber house where the victims were sleeping.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Three killed in early morning house fire in Kericho

An elderly woman, her daughter, and a housemaid have died after their house in Kugerwet village, Kericho County, caught fire.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Death toll rises to six in Muhoroni-Londiani road accident

The death toll from a traffic accident at the Tunnel area near Fort Ternan trading centre along the Muhoroni-Londiani junction on the Kericho-Kisumu highway has risen to six.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Parents to pay Sh69m for Litein Boys riot damages, court rules

The legal battle began after school management imposed the mandatory fee to cover damages estimated at nearly Sh100 million.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Bar fight over barmaid leaves two dead in Kipkelion

The incident occurred after the suspect found the woman at a local bar in the company of his first victim, a 40-year-old man.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Three killed, four injured in early morning crash on Kericho-Nakuru Highway

Three people died on the spot while four others sustained serious injuries following road accident involving a Toyota Probox and a trailer.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Government bans 400 rogue overseas job recruitment agencies

The government has banned at least 400 rogue overseas job recruitment agencies implicated in scamming Kenyans or sending them to non-existent jobs abroad.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Police bust illegal distillery in Kericho, seize machinery

Police in Kipsitet, Kericho County, have busted an illegal distillery at a residential home and seized machinery used in manufacturing counterfeit alcohol, and a vehicle used in the distribution.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Leaders: Poll wins signal confidence in Ruto

Senator Cheruiyot said the wins demonstrated public confidence in the Kenya Kwanza administration.

By Nikko Tanui 5 months ago