Bloody Weekend: Kisumu Woman Slashed to Death, Husband Killed in Siaya, and Mob Justice in Nairobi
A chilling wave of violence swept across the country over the weekend, leaving a trail of death from Kisumu to Siaya, Kitui, and Nairobi. In Kisumu’s Kogony village, 24-year-old Emily…
Orengo Moves to Calm 382 Alleged Siaya Health Sector “Ghost Workers”
Governor James Orengo on Monday sought to cool tempers after the irregularly employed and dismissed 382 health workers marched to the County Headquarters. While addressing the group—many of whom have…
Siaya on a PR Blitz — Orengo Dons Betika Regalia as TBN, Kiyanja Clash
Siaya County is on a well-deserved publicity roll. On Sunday, the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium turned into a carnival of sport and color as Governor James Orengo, clad head-to-toe in…
Shock as First-Year University Student Dies of Hunger — A Nation Confronts the Silent Struggles of Its Youth
A pall of grief hangs over Givogi village, Banja Ward, Hamisi Constituency in Vihiga County following the tragic death of 19-year-old first-year student Emmanuel Mwingisi. Just three months into his…
Siaya: Residents Pose Hard Queries During Public Participation on 2025 Finance Bill
The Siaya County Government has found itself on the receiving end of probing questions and strong objections from residents as it seeks to pass the Draft Finance Bill 2025, an…
Fresh Details Emerge as Police Close in on Ugandan Suspect in Ugenya Murder
Fresh details have emerged in the brutal killing of a woman in Kangonya sub-location, Ugenya, Siaya County, where police are now closing in on the prime suspect believed to have…
Siaya to Mark World Tourism Week with Cultural Festival in Bondo
Siaya County will this year join the rest of the world in celebrating World Tourism Week by hosting a week-long cultural and investment festival in Bondo Sub-County. The event, which…
Orengo Boosts Confidence in SITICO 2025 as Planning Committee Briefs Raila
Siaya Governor James Aggrey Bob Orengo today led a county delegation to Capitol Hill, where he briefed former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga on preparations for the upcoming Siaya International…
Focus on Ugunja by-election: Name Recognition vs Party Loyalty — Can Chris Budo Upset the ODM Juggernaut?
As Ugunja Constituency inches closer to its by-election, the contest is shaping up into a fascinating duel of name recognition versus party loyalty. At the centre of this tension stands…
No Demonstrations in Siaya Today as Leaders Opt for Dialogue
Siaya town will remain calm today after a much-publicized protest over the relocation of the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) Siaya branch failed to materialize. Siaya…
Siaya: SHA to Shoulder Ambulance Costs for County Staff in New Health Policy Shift
Patients working for the Siaya County Government may soon breathe a sigh of relief after the County Referral Hospital announced that ambulance services will now fall under the Social Health…
Breath of Inspiration: Gumbo Kits Students in West Alego
Mwer Village in Sigoma Uranga Sub-Location, West Alego, was abuzz with joy and gratitude today as Eng. Nicholas Odero Gumbo Wajonya made a heartfelt donation of sports kits—including footballs and…
Orengo to Break Ground for Modern Ukwala Sub-County Hospital Annex
New wing to expand capacity, ease congestion, and upgrade specialized care Siaya Governor James Aggrey Bob Orengo will on Friday, August 29, 2025, preside over the groundbreaking of a modern…
Chief Appeals Directly to Kipchumba Murkomen Over Son’s Defilement Case
A senior chief in Kirinyaga County made a deeply emotional plea to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on Monday, urging him to intervene in a five-year-old defilement case involving his…
Mama Ida Odinga at 75: Celebrating a Life of Grace, Grit, and Groundbreaking Impact
On Sunday, August 24, 2025, the serene gardens at the Raila home in Karen came alive with laughter, music, and heartfelt tributes as family, friends, and political leaders gathered to…
Siaya: Police Bust Yala Crime Den, Recover Stolen Goods and Cannabis
Siaya County — A high-stakes police operation in Yala on Friday exposed a criminal hideout, leading to the arrest of one suspect and the recovery of stolen goods and narcotics.…
Kenya Power Announces Blackout in this Parts of Kisumu Today
Kenya Power has announced that parts of Kisumu County will experience a scheduled power outage on Saturday, August 23, 2025, as part of routine maintenance. According to a notice issued…
Makamu wa Makamu Turns Birthday Bash into Political Rally, Endorses ‘Project’ Candidate for Ugunja Seat
Asere Village, Ugenya – August 23, 2025 – What was billed as a birthday celebration for Siaya’s self-styled political comedian Makamu wa Makamu turned into a full-blown campaign stage on…
Police Officer Found Dead in Suspected Suicide Incident Near Roadblock
A police officer was found dead Thursday morning at Turbi Police Roadblock along the Marsabit–Moyale highway in what investigators suspect was suicide. According to witnesses, the officer reported for duty…
9 Arrested in Eastleigh Crackdown on Illegal Courier Services
Nairobi, August 21, 2025 – Nine people were arrested on Thursday in Eastleigh as the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) intensified its crackdown on illegal postal and courier operations. The…
Sifuna Questions Raila’s Advisors on Shielding Governors from Senate Oversight
Sifuna: Raila Has Been Misled Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has questioned the advice being given to party leader Raila Odinga, following remarks in which the former Prime…
Ugenya: Teacher Commits Suicide Following Domestic Dispute
The community of Jera Mixed Secondary School in Ugenya Subcounty has been plunged into mourning following the tragic death of one of its teachers, Mr. Erick Oduor. According to preliminary…
KRA Announces Changes to iTax Login
KRA offices The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced the use of National Identity Card (ID) numbers as a new login option for users who wish to access their portal.…
DCI Director Amin Presides over Opening of IAU Induction Training at NPLA
The Director of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mr. Mohamed I. Amin, today presided over the opening of the induction training programme for officers deployed to the Internal Affairs…
Details Emerge of Raila State House Visit Hours After Ruto Met Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta
A storm of speculation is brewing in Kenya following a rare meeting between ODM leader Raila Amollo Odinga and President Dr William Samoei Ruto at State House Nairobi—barely hours following…
BREAKING: Mohammed Ali Set to Ditch UDA Party
Renowned investigative reporter and Member of Parliament for Nyali Constituency in Mombasa Mohammed Ali has fallen out with the ruling party UDA and said he will map his political future…
Residents of Kasarani in Shock as Body of Lecturer found Murdered and Doused in fire
Kasarani police are investigating a perplexing incident of murder where a 66-year-old man was found murdered and his body burnt next to his house in Marurui area of Kasarani, Nairobi…
Chief’s Uniforms to be Re-tailored — Kipchumba Murkomen
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the re-tailoring of chiefs’ uniforms nationwide to restore dignity and professionalism among local administrators and security officers. Speaking during a public address in…
Orengo is in Great Health, Raila Allays Fears
Residents of Siaya County have expressed growing concern over the continued absence of Governor James Orengo and his deputy, Dr. William Oduol, who have been out of the public spotlight…
Huduma Kenya Launches New System to Enhance Service Delivery
Kenyans seeking essential government documents like ID cards or birth certificates may soon have a much faster experience, thanks to a new technological upgrade coming to Huduma Kenya. On July…