Bungoma county set to construct Sh65 million modern maternity wing

Bungoma County is set to construct a Sh65 million ultra-modern maternity wing at Makhonge Health Centre, in Kimilili Constituency, to enhance access to maternal and neonatal healthcare services.

By Benard Lusigi 5 days ago

MP blames parents for rising teenage pregnancies in Matungu

Nabulindo noted that the spike in teenage pregnancies is threatening the success of free basic education in vulnerable communities like Matungu.

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 9 days ago

Mpox concerns addressed as Kakamega prepares to host KSSSA Nationals

The governor's assurance comes barely a week after he confirmed that three people were confirmed to have tested positive for the Mpox disease in Lugari.

By Benard Lusigi 11 days ago

Mudavadi: I'll make sure UDA retains Malava seat

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will spearhead the UDA campaigns for Malava constituency by-election after the seat was left vacant following the death of MP Malulu Injendi.

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 12 days ago

ODM tug of war: Western leaders back Ruto pact, Sifuna pushes back

Speaking in Kakamega, Raila defended Sifuna, stating that he has a right to express his opinion.

By Benard Lusigi 12 days ago

Leaders root for revival of coffee farming and diversification in western region

Oparanya urge farmers to embrace coffee farming as a way to improve their livelihoods and boost the local economy, besides sugarcane farming

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 13 days ago

Raila moves to quell ODM turmoil with grassroots mobilisation

According to the party, Odinga is expected to meet the newly elected grassroots officials in a bid to rejuvenate the party ahead of the 2027 polls.

By Benard Lusigi 15 days 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 17 days ago

Kakamega High in mourning as student collapses, dies during football match

David Owino Oduor collapsed moments after scoring a goal with a header during a casual football match at the school grounds.

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 18 days ago

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Ghosted by the State: Busia school with no teachers

Parents whose children were forced to trek several kilometers to access a school believed they had finally found a solution.

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 19 days 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 20 days 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 20 days ago

Court suspends 3-month sugarcane harvesting ban

The High Court has suspended a Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) directive barring milling companies from buying sugarcane from farmers for three months.

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 21 days 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 22 days ago

Police hunt for teacher over claims of sodomising 20 pupils

Police in Kakamega are hunting for teacher who is on the run for allegedly sodomising students at Elwangale Primary School in Munjiti village, Khwisero Constituency.

By Benard Lusigi 23 days 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 24 days ago

Savula faults Raila over mixed signals on Ruto support, loyalty

Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has criticised ODM leader Raila Odinga for failing to clarify whether he fully supports President William Ruto or remains aligned to the opposition.

By Benard Lusigi 25 days ago

President Ruto's shoot to leg order warrants ICC prosecution-Lawyer

Lawyer Edgar Busiega has said that if this order is carried out, President Ruto could be held liable for offences under the Rome Statute and international laws.

By Benard Lusigi 26 days ago

KDF to complete stalled Sh10 billion hospital in six months

Construction of the 750-bed-capacity facility in the Western region stalled four years ago.

By Benard Lusigi 27 days ago

Kakamega county, Jacaranda Health launch construction of Sh90m maternity ward

Expectant mothers are set to benefit from the construction of a Sh90 million modern maternity ward at Likuyani Sub-County Hospital, Kakamega.

By Benard Lusigi 29 days ago

Police arrest 67 youths in Western during Saba Saba protests

Police officers in the Western region have arrested 67 youths from Kakamega and Bungoma counties over claims of attempting to loot seven supermarkets during Saba Saba anniversary protests

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Opposition leaders accuse Ruto of hiring goons to disrupt rallies

They accused President Ruto and his allies of using goons to attack them during their visit to Western. Former DP faulted Speaker Moses Wetangula over chaos.

By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Police pursue suspected serial killer as 20 people murdered

Police officers in Kakamega are pursuing a man believed to be behind suspected ritual murders that have left over 20 people dead in one month.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

We will speak in one voice in 2027 polls-opposition

The opposition coalition has reaffirmed its commitment to forming a united front ahead of the 2027 General Election, vowing to agree on a single presidential candidate at the appropriate time.

By Brian Kisanji and Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 1 month ago

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Kingpin politics splits Western leaders, threatens push for Luhya unity

With about two years to the 2027 General Election, Western leaders have intensified efforts to unite the region to ensure it votes as a bloc

By Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago

Retrain police on human rights and gun use, says Savula

Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has called for reforms in the recruitment and training of police officers.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month 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 1 month ago

Kenya backs youth, women, PWDs to power economy through MSME boost

The government is now banking on youth, women, and persons with disability under Micro Small Medium Enterprises to spur the country's economy.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Busia farmers plot revival as Ruto promises double cane bonus

Sugarcane farmers in Busia County have agreed on key measures aimed at reviving the troubled Busia Out-growers Company linked to Mumias Sugar Company.

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

I will not hand over power to opposition, they lack plan- Ruto

Ruto accused the opposition of promoting tribalism, division, and hatred, speaking with an angry and harsh tone towards Kenyans.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Luhya leaders split over unity party ahead of 2027 polls

A section of Western Kenya leaders has clashed over the push to form one party for the region as part of an effort to achieve unity ahead of the 2027 General Elections.

By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

MP Salasya criticises Ruto allies for misleading Kenyans with token gifts, alms

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has questioned the source of millions of shillings dished out to vulnerable groups by Kenya Kwanza coalition leaders through the empowerment programme.

By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago

Police officer detained over robbery attempt

Police in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, are holding their colleague for allegedly attacking and assaulting a 31-year-old man in a robbery attempt.

By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago

Two police officers killed in Bungoma head-on road crash with trailer truck

Two police officers attached to the Railways Police Station in Bungoma County have died after their vehicle collided head-on with a trailer along the Webuye-Bungoma highway on Tuesday evening.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

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Old guards face rebellion as Western Kenya rethinks its future

With new leaders and parties emerging, the days of ODM and UDA dominance in Western Kenya may be numbered.

By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago

Police disown DCP rally in Kakamega as showdown brews

A confrontation is expected on Saturday, between police and supporters of the DCP over a planned political rally in Kakamega.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Doctors end 41-day strike after signing a return-to-work formula

Doctors in Kakamega have signed a return-to-work agreement with the county government, ending a 41-day strike.

By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago