Cuffed, Caned and Silenced on a False Narrative — Kenyan activists recount 39-day nightmare in Uganda
Last night on JK Live, Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo delivered a chilling account of their abduction, interrogation and 39-day detention in Uganda. Their revelations paint a stark…
Why Establishment of Village Development Councils is a 2025 Governance Priority
From Policy to Progress: Unleashing the Power of Kenya’s Village Councils Across Kenya, the heartbeat of national progress doesn’t throb in Nairobi’s corridors of power or county headquarters — it…
Report to Work Immediately — County Secretary Ogutu Tells Siaya Nurses Following Dramatic Court Ruling
Siaya, Kenya — November 12, 2025. A month-long standoff between the County Government of Siaya and striking nurses and midwives has taken a dramatic legal turn after the Employment and…
SIAYA: DG Patrick Amoth Leads Celebrations as Kenya Launches New Paediatric Care Standards
Kenya has taken a bold step in strengthening child health services with the launch of new paediatric care standards and mentorship protocols, as the country joined the rest of the…
Sonko Steps In as Sammy Kioko’s KES 19 Million Tender Row with Machakos Boils Over
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has once again stepped into the spotlight as a mediator, pledging to intervene in comedian Sammy Kioko’s explosive dispute with Machakos County Government over an…
KDF Welcomes New Recruits at Forces Training School in Eldoret
The Defence Forces Recruit Training School (DFRTS) in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, today marked a major milestone as it officially received recruits for Cohort 01/25 in a colourful ceremony presided…
Honeytrap Heist in Nyali: ‘Samira’ Falls as Detectives Unmask KES 800,000 Romance Scam
What began as a digital love story quickly spiralled into a chilling honeytrap heist, ending with arrests and a trail of deception that stunned investigators. The suspect at the centre…
From High-Life to Handcuffs – How Nairobi Tycoon Evans Gor Semelang’o Landed in a Dubai Cell
In a dramatic turn of events seemingly torn from the pages of a business thriller, Nairobi businessman Evans Gor Semelang’o, known for his flamboyant lifestyle and high-stakes ventures, is currently…
Trump Shutdown Fallout: JD Vance Cancels Kenya Visit After G20 Travel Ban Directive
The much-anticipated visit to Kenya by United States Vice President JD Vance has been officially canceled, following the ongoing U.S. government shutdown and a direct order from President Donald Trump…
Yvonne’s KES 20 Turns Into a Fortune: 20-Year-Old Becomes First Millionaire in Safaricom’s Shangwe @25 Promotion
Nairobi, Kenya — A single KES 20 data bundle purchase has rewritten the story of 20-year-old Yvonne Wanjiku Kang’ara from Ngeu, Kiambu County, after she was announced as the first…
Siaya Juakali Shines Again as Artisans Storm Nairobi for EAC MSME Trade Fair
Siaya County Juakali Umbrella Association has once again taken its place on the regional stage, proudly participating in the 25th East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME)…
Siaya Blogger Arrested: Time for Politicians to Balance Tolerance in Criticism while Bloggers Act Responsibly
The arrest of Bondo-based blogger Boniface Ohindo, popularly known as “Super B,” has thrust the spotlight back on the delicate balance between digital expression and responsible leadership under the newly…
Storm Brewing as Siaya Climate Change Advocates Set to Face Off with County Government
A political and environmental showdown is quietly intensifying in Siaya County as climate change advocates prepare to confront what they describe as systemic negligence, legislative gaps, and a persistent lack…
Green Party Plants Flags in Awelo as It Opens First Office in Siaya
The political landscape in Siaya shifted on Saturday as the Green Party of Kenya (GPK) formally opened its first regional office in the Awelo area of Siaya Town — a…
Eliud Owalo: Siaya Leader Who Simply Refuses to Be Written Off
When Eliud Owalo first hinted at his ambition to contest the Siaya gubernatorial seat, he met fierce resistance and open hostility from political heavyweights across the county. Many dismissed his…
Unlocking Prosperity: The Transformative Impact of the Kisumu–Busia Highway Upgrade
The Kisumu–Busia Highway upgrade is a landmark infrastructural project whose imminent commissioning by H.E. President William Samoei Ruto signals a new dawn for regional connectivity and economic development in Western…
Raphael Tuju Suffers Blow as Court Rejects Bid to Reopen KES 1.2 Billion UK Loan Judgment
Former CS’s Dari Limited gets 30-day stay as legal battle with regional bank deepens Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has suffered a major legal setback after the High Court dismissed…
A Winged Visitor from Russia Stuns Siaya Villagers: Migratory Osprey Makes Rare Stopover in Kenya After Epic Journey Across Continents
Residents of Ugingo Village in Usigu, Siaya County, were treated to an extraordinary sight on Friday, November 7, when an Osprey — a migratory bird of prey from Russia —…
Court Slaps Muthaiga Country Club with KSh1 Million Fine for Blocking Lawyer Donald Kipkorir
Judge rules elite club violated Kipkorir’s constitutional rights in arbitrary exclusion The High Court has ordered the prestigious Muthaiga Country Club to pay flamboyant lawyer Donald Kipkorir KSh1 million for…
NPS Issues Key Changes to Police Recruitment Centres Ahead of November 17 Exercise
The National Police Service (NPS) has announced a series of critical updates to its ongoing police constables recruitment exercise, with several recruitment centres across the country affected. In a statement…
Scouts as Pillars of Civic Responsibility: Building a Peaceful and United Kenya
In every society, the fabric of nationhood is woven from the threads of civic responsibility, patriotism, and social cohesion. In Kenya today, amidst challenges of social fragmentation and the quest…
Screen Time Shock: Kids’ Heart Health Takes a Hit as Study Links Excessive Use to Increased Metabolic Risk
Children and teenagers glued to screens for hours on end are at a heightened risk of developing heart and metabolic problems later in life, particularly when sleep is sacrificed, according…
HACO Industries, UNHCR and Nemlon Training Institute partner to Empower Women in Refugee and Host Communities through the ElevateHER Initiative
HACO Industries Kenya Limited, in collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and Nemlon Training Institute, has today formalized a partnership under the HACO ElevateHER Initiative, a…
Questions as Siaya Seeks Service Delivery Breakthrough: Will Performance Contracts End the Culture of Excuses?
As the County Government of Siaya rolled out its 2025/2026 Performance Contracts with pomp and optimism, one question lingered in the minds of residents and analysts alike: Will this finally…
UASU Softens Stance as Wasonga Hints at Reconsidering Lecturers’ Strike After Talks With Govt
Union leadership signals possible end to nationwide university shutdown amid new budget assurances The prolonged lecturers’ strike that has paralysed learning in public universities could soon come to an end…
Police Nab Suspect with Six Kilos of Cannabis
Police in Nambale, Busia County, have arrested a suspect and seized six kilograms of cannabis sativa in a major drug bust along the Nambale–Mumias Road. The operation, carried out by…
End of an Era: North Korea’s Veteran Diplomat Kim Yong Nam Dies at 97
North Korea’s former ceremonial head of state and one of its longest-serving diplomats, Kim Yong Nam, has died at the age of 97, state media reported on Tuesday. According to…
GM Unveils Futuristic Car with Talking Hologram Assistant
Imagine driving a car whose co-pilot is not a person, but a floating ball of light that talks to you. Sounds like science fiction? Not anymore. General Motors has turned…