Bungoma MCA Barasa Mukhongo dies after a long illness

Chwele-Kabuchai Ward MCA Barasa Mukhongo passed away after a prolonged illness while receiving treatment at Hopekin Hospital in Bungoma town. on Monday.

By Juliet Omelo 3 days ago

Intern nurses protest after MOH cancels placements

Over 300 nursing interns whose placements were recently revoked by the Ministry of Health have vowed to camp outside Afya House until they are reinstated.

By Juliet Omelo 7 days ago

EACC probes six Bungoma MCAs over Sh144.2million tender scandal

According to whistleblowers and concerned residents, the projects have resulted in incomplete or substandard works, undermining service delivery in the county.

By Juliet Omelo 11 days ago

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Young sickle cell warrior champions care for fellow patients

A resident of Mayanja village in Bungoma,Nasambu has transformed her personal struggle with sickle cell disease into a powerful mission to uplift others fighting the same battle.

By Juliet Omelo 15 days ago

Police impound bhang worth Sh9 million in Bungoma

Police in Bungoma have impounded nine sacks of bhang with an estimated street value of Sh9 million in Watoya Village, Bumula Constituency.

By Juliet Omelo 24 days ago

Why Tim Wanyonyi's Bungoma bid is shaking up Western politics

Wanyonyi's decision to shift his gubernatorial ambitions from Nairobi to Bungoma has disrupted an already crowded field, forcing the county's political elites to recalibrate.

By Juliet Omelo 24 days ago

Lusaka signs Sh15.9 billion Bungoma budget into law, promises equitable growth

Governor Lusaka described the plan as "a visionary budget" that reflects the collective will and priorities of Bungoma residents.

By Juliet Omelo 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

Bungoma MPs endorse Tim Wanyonyi for 2027 gubernatorial race

Westlands MP Timothy Wanyonyi has been endorsed for the 2027 Bungoma gubernatorial race by several MPs from the county.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Alarm over rising HIV rates among women in Bungoma

The 2024 county report shows an overall prevalence of 1.78 per cent, with women at 2.53 per cent, significantly higher than men at 1.01 per cent.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

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Silent struggle as women shift from traditional to modern family planning

In Bungoma County, traditional practices such as the placenta ritual played a crucial role in birth control long before the emergence of modern contraceptives.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

High Court clears way for West Kenya's takeover of Nzoia Sugar

Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe said judgment will create confidence among investors.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Bungoma targets China for coffee export, agro-processing investment

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has unveiled ambitious plans to partner with Chinese investors on coffee exports and agro-processing for the upcoming industrial park at Sang'alo.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Kenya confronts 'Triple Threat' to child welfare as teenage pregnancy rises

Although teenage motherhood declined by more than 3 percentage points nationally between 2014 and 2022, regional disparities reveal a concerning trend.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Bilharzia, worm infections surge in Bungoma despite county efforts

Bungoma County is grappling with a worrying rise in bilharzia and intestinal worm infections, despite ongoing efforts by the county government in partnership with the AIHD.

By Juliet Omelo 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

Premier Bank eyes Mogadishu market with cross-border payment services

By facilitating swift and reliable fund transfers, Premier Bank aims to accelerate trade, stimulate economic growth, and support the country's strategic integration.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Matulo residents agree to relocate to allow for Webuye airstrip expansion

Future plans include upgrading the airstrip to a full airport with a 2.5 km runway, subject to passenger traffic growth.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Court clears way for Waswa's appointment as Bungoma County Attorney

Conversely, Section 5 provides that the County Attorney is to be appointed by the governor, with the approval of the county assembly.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

Bungoma County launches Sh55m education project in Mt Elgon

The project under the M-Pesa Foundation's Citizens of the Future programme at the school in Chesikaki Ward will also enhance digital literacy.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

How one woman turned pain into purpose to end Fistula in Kenya

The condition causes uncontrollable leakage of urine or faeces. But beyond the physical damage, it often produces a persistent foul odour that drives many women into social exile.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

Sh5.4M car sold for Sh1.2M: Auctioneers linked to Matili TTI scandal quizzed

The vehicle, part of the institute's driving school fleet, was valued at Sh5.4 million but was sold for just Sh1.2 million.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

Why customer experience is the new currency in Kenya's lending sector

For decades, many financial institutions prioritised rapid onboarding and loan disbursement, often overlooking the deeper needs of their customers.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

War on sickle cell disease hindered by stigma, budget cuts

Sickle cell disease (SCD) warriors in Western Kenya have launched a campaign to end stigma and raise awareness about the condition.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

Coffee farmers to receive centralised payments in landmark sector reforms

Starting July, coffee farmers across Kenya will begin receiving payments through a centralized system managed by Cooperative Bank.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

EACC arrests three Ramagon directors over Sh59m Matili Institute fraud

Matili Technical Institute faces a crisis after a fraudulent debt claim and auction.

By Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

Brian Okeyo: Bungoma's youthful engineer building a green future in organic farming

What started as a backyard experiment has now grown into a model of sustainable farming as he crafts organic fertiliser using leftover vegetables, eggshells, banana leaves, and fish waste.

By Juliet Omelo 3 months ago

Lusaka in a spot over alleged Sh35m expenditure on garbage collection

Sirisia MP John Waluke has accused Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka's administration, of allegedly spending Sh35 million monthly on garbage collection, terming it misuse of public resources.

By Juliet Omelo 3 months ago

EACC moves to stop sale of institute's property in Sh15b dispute

EACC has sought to be enjoined in a case in which a private developer wants to auction Matili Technical Training Institute's property over what the commission terms a "fraudulent debt".

By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 3 months ago

EACC moves to court to stop auction of Matili institute's property

EACC has sought to be enjoined in a case where a private developer wants to auction Matili Technical Training Institute's property over what the commission calls a 'fraudulent debt'.

By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 3 months ago

IM Bank opens new branch in Bungoma

I&M Bank has opened a new branch in Bungoma County as it seeks to expand its market share in the banking industry.

By Juliet Omelo 4 months ago

Pay workers and farmers arrears before privatisation, Nzoia Sugar chair tells govt

Nzoia Sugar chairperson Alfred Khang'ati has called on the government to prioritize paying off farmers and workers' debts before a new investor takes over the operations of the miller.

By Juliet Omelo 4 months ago

CS Mvurya: Government sets aside Sh20b to equip Kenyan youth with job-ready skills

The funds will support various skill-building initiatives, with a particular focus on enhancing the country's digital economy.

By Juliet Omelo 4 months ago

Over 8,000 Webuye West farmers receive free maize seeds ahead of planting season

Many of the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude, saying the initiative would significantly impact their farming activities.

By Juliet Omelo 4 months ago

Bungoma boda boda riders trained in emergency response

Once overshadowed by matatu drivers and conductors, boda boda riders have now become the most visible figures on highways and urban streets alike.

By Juliet Omelo 4 months ago

Bungoma county Sh500 million industrial park set to be complete in June

The Bungoma County Aggregated Industrial Park (CAIP) is on track for completion by June of this year, Trade and Industrialization Principal Secretary Juma Mukhwana has said.

By Juliet Omelo 4 months ago

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Cracks widen in ODM as groups organise parallel anniversary fete

A storm is brewing in Raila Odinga's ODM party after a group of youths and party officials vowed to hold a parallel event to mark the 20th anniversary of the party in Busia today.

By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 5 months ago

Busia county begins construction of two markets

Governor Paul Otuoma's administration is building two new markets at a cost of Sh100 million to improve trading conditions for local merchants.

By Juliet Omelo 5 months ago

Bungoma residents hold protests over threats to axe Wetangula

Hundreds of residents of Bungoma County took to the streets in a peaceful protest against ongoing threats to impeach National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula.

By Juliet Omelo 5 months ago

Police raise the alarm over defilement cases in Bungoma

Bungoma County Police Commander Francis Kooli said that a total of 262 defilement cases were reported in 2024, a sharp increase from 248 cases recorded in 2023.

By Juliet Omelo 5 months ago