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East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions
The government now says a landmark trade agreement with China remains on track, dismissing concerns that geopolitical tensions with the US have stalled the long-delayed deal.
By 15 days ago
East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions
Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has accused cartels and corrupt cooperative officials of denying coffee farmers in Bungoma County good earnings.
By 26 days ago
Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma
Wetang'ula says Parliament to prioritise people-centred legislation
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has pledged that Parliament will prioritise people-centred legislation, fiscal discipline, and robust oversight.
By 28 days ago
Wetang'ula says Parliament to prioritise people-centred legislation
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Seven killed as matatu rams into trailer along Webuye-Eldoret road
Western Regional Police Commander Isaa Mohamud Confirmed the incident stating that a number of people are in critical condition.
By 1 month ago
Seven killed as matatu rams into trailer along Webuye-Eldoret road
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ODM demands more, bigger jobs to support Ruto
A political showdown is looming between ODM and President William Ruto as the party demands the deputy presidency slot to guarantee their re-election support.
By 1 month ago
ODM demands more, bigger jobs to support Ruto
Governor Otuoma sends 30 revenue officials on compulsory leave
Busia Governor Paul Otuoma has sent 30 officials of the County Revenue Agency on compulsory leave over alleged corruption.
By 1 month ago
Governor Otuoma sends 30 revenue officials on compulsory leave
PHOTOS: Wetang'ula gains regional support for top seat in 2032
Leaders from across the country have called on the people of Western Kenya to unite in support of the Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
By 1 month ago
PHOTOS: Wetang'ula gains regional support for top seat in 2032
Governors accuse Mbadi of delaying disbursement of Sh27 billion to counties
Barsa said counties are facing serious financial strain after receiving Sh23 billion of the Sh50 billion supplementary allocation under the County Governments Act of 2025.
By 1 month ago
Governors accuse Mbadi of delaying disbursement of Sh27 billion to counties
KDF officer, brother arrested in fatal assault on sibling after family dispute
The body of the deceased has been taken to Kakamega County Funeral Parlour for preservation, pending a post-mortem examination.
By 1 month ago
KDF officer, brother arrested in fatal assault on sibling after family dispute
Three miners die after gold mine collapses in Ikolomani
Mayama said the collapse was caused by the weakened structure of the pit.
By 1 month ago
Three miners die after gold mine collapses in Ikolomani
Funeral trip turns tragic as nine family members die in accident
A journey that was meant to end with the burial of a grandmother turned tragic when nine members of a family perished in a road accident along the Limuru–Naivasha road.
By 1 month ago
Funeral trip turns tragic as nine family members die in accident
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Despite the mixed bag, opposition's base grows
If the mixed results of the by-elections are anything to go by, the opposition’s support base is rapidly growing in the region.
By 2 months ago
Despite the mixed bag, opposition's base grows
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Nurses' union boss faces MCA in tight contest for Malava seat
Panyako served as the Secretary-General of the Kenya National Union of Nurses since 2013.
By 2 months ago
Nurses' union boss faces MCA in tight contest for Malava seat
Kakamega level six hospital to be completed in nine months
The 750-bed capacity facility’s construction began in 2016 and was recently allocated Sh2 billion by the national government to facilitate completion.
By 2 months ago
Kakamega level six hospital to be completed in nine months
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Court hearing set as mediation fails in artiste, SDA Church case
The artiste had sued the SDA Church and several of its leaders for barring her from performing in its churches.
By 2 months ago
Court hearing set as mediation fails in artiste, SDA Church case
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Cybercrimes law protects children, fights cults, Wetang'ula says
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has defended the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, saying it seeks to protect the sanctity of the family unit.
By 3 months ago
Cybercrimes law protects children, fights cults, Wetang'ula says
Luhya unity remains a mirage as politicians, parties scramble for space
ODM, which is the dominant party in western Kenya is also facing uncertainty following the death of party leader Raila Odinga.
By 3 months ago
Luhya unity remains a mirage as politicians, parties scramble for space
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Confusion as MCA aspirant for Kisa East returns ODM certificate
The aspirant said he was returning the ticket to the party after his name had already been forwarded to DAP-K.
By 3 months ago
Confusion as MCA aspirant for Kisa East returns ODM certificate
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'If tired of ODM, just leave,' Osotsi tells rebel Western leaders
Osotsi said that ODM is a party that has fought for the rights of Kenyans
By 3 months ago
'If tired of ODM, just leave,' Osotsi tells rebel Western leaders
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East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions
The government now says a landmark trade agreement with China remains on track, dismissing concerns that geopolitical tensions with the US have stalled the long-delayed deal.
By 15 days ago
East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions
Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has accused cartels and corrupt cooperative officials of denying coffee farmers in Bungoma County good earnings.
By 26 days ago
Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma
Wetang'ula says Parliament to prioritise people-centred legislation
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has pledged that Parliament will prioritise people-centred legislation, fiscal discipline, and robust oversight.
By 28 days ago
Wetang'ula says Parliament to prioritise people-centred legislation
Premium
Seven killed as matatu rams into trailer along Webuye-Eldoret road
Western Regional Police Commander Isaa Mohamud Confirmed the incident stating that a number of people are in critical condition.
By 1 month ago
Seven killed as matatu rams into trailer along Webuye-Eldoret road
Premium
ODM demands more, bigger jobs to support Ruto
A political showdown is looming between ODM and President William Ruto as the party demands the deputy presidency slot to guarantee their re-election support.
By 1 month ago
ODM demands more, bigger jobs to support Ruto
Governor Otuoma sends 30 revenue officials on compulsory leave
Busia Governor Paul Otuoma has sent 30 officials of the County Revenue Agency on compulsory leave over alleged corruption.
By 1 month ago
Governor Otuoma sends 30 revenue officials on compulsory leave
PHOTOS: Wetang'ula gains regional support for top seat in 2032
Leaders from across the country have called on the people of Western Kenya to unite in support of the Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
By 1 month ago
PHOTOS: Wetang'ula gains regional support for top seat in 2032
Governors accuse Mbadi of delaying disbursement of Sh27 billion to counties
Barsa said counties are facing serious financial strain after receiving Sh23 billion of the Sh50 billion supplementary allocation under the County Governments Act of 2025.
By 1 month ago
Governors accuse Mbadi of delaying disbursement of Sh27 billion to counties
KDF officer, brother arrested in fatal assault on sibling after family dispute
The body of the deceased has been taken to Kakamega County Funeral Parlour for preservation, pending a post-mortem examination.
By 1 month ago
KDF officer, brother arrested in fatal assault on sibling after family dispute
Three miners die after gold mine collapses in Ikolomani
Mayama said the collapse was caused by the weakened structure of the pit.
By 1 month ago
Three miners die after gold mine collapses in Ikolomani
Funeral trip turns tragic as nine family members die in accident
A journey that was meant to end with the burial of a grandmother turned tragic when nine members of a family perished in a road accident along the Limuru–Naivasha road.
By 1 month ago
Funeral trip turns tragic as nine family members die in accident
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Despite the mixed bag, opposition's base grows
If the mixed results of the by-elections are anything to go by, the opposition’s support base is rapidly growing in the region.
By 2 months ago
Despite the mixed bag, opposition's base grows
Premium
Nurses' union boss faces MCA in tight contest for Malava seat
Panyako served as the Secretary-General of the Kenya National Union of Nurses since 2013.
By 2 months ago
Nurses' union boss faces MCA in tight contest for Malava seat
Kakamega level six hospital to be completed in nine months
The 750-bed capacity facility’s construction began in 2016 and was recently allocated Sh2 billion by the national government to facilitate completion.
By 2 months ago
Kakamega level six hospital to be completed in nine months
Premium
Court hearing set as mediation fails in artiste, SDA Church case
The artiste had sued the SDA Church and several of its leaders for barring her from performing in its churches.
By 2 months ago
Court hearing set as mediation fails in artiste, SDA Church case
Premium
Cybercrimes law protects children, fights cults, Wetang'ula says
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has defended the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, saying it seeks to protect the sanctity of the family unit.
By 3 months ago
Cybercrimes law protects children, fights cults, Wetang'ula says
Luhya unity remains a mirage as politicians, parties scramble for space
ODM, which is the dominant party in western Kenya is also facing uncertainty following the death of party leader Raila Odinga.
By 3 months ago
Luhya unity remains a mirage as politicians, parties scramble for space
Premium
Confusion as MCA aspirant for Kisa East returns ODM certificate
The aspirant said he was returning the ticket to the party after his name had already been forwarded to DAP-K.
By 3 months ago
Confusion as MCA aspirant for Kisa East returns ODM certificate
Premium
'If tired of ODM, just leave,' Osotsi tells rebel Western leaders
Osotsi said that ODM is a party that has fought for the rights of Kenyans
By 3 months ago
'If tired of ODM, just leave,' Osotsi tells rebel Western leaders
Premium
East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions
The government now says a landmark trade agreement with China remains on track, dismissing concerns that geopolitical tensions with the US have stalled the long-delayed deal.
By 15 days ago
East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions
Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has accused cartels and corrupt cooperative officials of denying coffee farmers in Bungoma County good earnings.
By 26 days ago
Wetang'ula vows to dismantle coffee cartels exploiting farmers in Bungoma
Government clears Sh225 billion pending bill for payment
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