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Empowering Widows for Sustainable Growth: Hon. Vincent Junior Jaskuma Champions Table Banking in West Ugenya

Hon. Vincent Junior Jaskuma has taken bold, on-the-ground action in West Ugenya, spearheading a transformative empowerment drive for widows—a group often overlooked yet central to the community’s economic and social…

Nelson Havi Accuses Executive of Capturing Parliament, Claims MPs Take Orders from State House

Renowned lawyer and former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Nelson Havi has accused the Executive of stripping Parliament of its independence, alleging that the legislature has been “bought off”…

Orengo Ignites 9th Devolution Conference with Speech Championing Human Rights and Social Justice

HOMA BAY, August 13, 2025 – Siaya Governor James Orengo on Tuesday took center stage during Plenum Two of the 9th Devolution Conference, delivering a bold and uncompromising address on…

ODM Leader Raila Odinga Champions Good Governance on Day Three of 9th Devolution Conference

Homa Bay, Kenya – The 9th Devolution Conference entered its third day with a powerful address from ODM leader and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who rallied delegates around the…

Fuel Prices Drop Slightly as EPRA Announces August–September Review

Motorists in Kenya will enjoy a small reprieve at the pump after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced a reduction in the cost of Super Petrol and Kerosene…

Reclaiming Unity: The Path to Collaborative Leadership in Kenya’s Devolved Governance Since the advent of devolution in Kenya

Since the advent of devolution in Kenya, the structure of county governments was designed to bring governance closer to the people, improving service delivery and fostering inclusive development. Central to…

Steadfast Stewardship: The Enduring Leadership of Rt. Hon. George Owino Okode in Siaya County

In Siaya County’s ever-shifting political theatre, one figure has stood like an unshakable pillar for more than a decade — Rt. Hon. George Owino Okode, MBS. Since his election as…

Ruto Hands Over All 14 Devolved Functions to Counties in Historic Shift

In a bold move to end years of wrangling over resources and responsibilities, President William Ruto on Wednesday announced the full transfer of all 14 devolved functions to county governments…

Siaya Shines at 9th Devolution Conference in Homabay

Siaya County Steals the Spotlight at Devolution 2025 with Innovation, Inclusion, and a Strong Voice for Democracy Homa Bay, Kenya – August 13, 2025 – The air at Homa Bay…

Strange Turn of Events as Murkomen Alleges BBC Documentary on Child Abuse was a Hoax

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ignited a heated public debate after dismissing the recent BBC Africa Eye documentary on alleged child sexual exploitation in Mai Mahiu as “fabricated, misleading,…

HELB Unveils New Loan Scheme for Police Officers and County Employees

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has rolled out a new training loan targeting civil servants, in partnership with the Ministry of Public Service. The Civil Servants Training Revolving Fund…

North Ugenya Residents Demand Transparency Over Incomplete Projects

North Ugenya residents have voiced concern over stalled development projects from the 2024/2025 financial year, calling for greater transparency in budget implementation. The concerns were raised during the 2025/2026 public…

Vote for the People’s Engineer: Hon. Eng. Fredrick ZB Owino – The Leader Ugunja Deserves

As party nominations draw near, Ugunja stands on the cusp of a defining moment—one that will shape our future for decades to come. At this crossroads, Hon. Eng. Fredrick ZB…

Kenyan Tycoon Julius Mwale Kicked Out of California Mansion Over Bounced $450K Cheque

Kenyan businessman Julius Mwale has been evicted from a multimillion-dollar estate in Alamo, California, after failing to pay rent and issuing a $450,000 cheque that bounced, U.S. court records show.…

Kenya’s Prof. Susan Mbugua Crowned Global Veterinarian of the Year

Kenya’s veterinary profession is basking in international glory after Prof. Susan W. Mbugua clinched the coveted Overall Veterinarian of the Year award at the World Veterinary Association (WVA) Global Veterinary…

Safaricom Commits KES 15Million Towards the 2025 Devolution Conference

The techco will also showcase at the conference some of its digital solutions that have improved quality of life for millions of Kenyans. Homa Bay, 12th August 2025 – Safaricom…

EACC Raids Laikipia Speaker’s Home, Office Over Alleged Forged Academic Papers

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) detectives on Tuesday raided the home and office of Laikipia County Assembly Speaker Lantano Nabaala over allegations he forged his academic qualifications. The officers first…

Rongo Court Orders Exhumation of GSU Officer Buried in Church Compound

The Rongo Magistrate’s Court has granted an application by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) to exhume the body of a GSU officer who was buried under…

Zacky Masiro — Pumping New Energy into Siaya Politics

CPA Zacky Masiro is not your typical political aspirant. A Certified Public Accountant with a stellar track record in financial management, he combines rare technical expertise with visionary leadership. As…

Ugenya’s St. Paul’s Ndenga Secondary Triumphs with Indian Melody at National Music Festival

Meru, Kenya – August 12, 2025 St. Paul’s Ndenga Secondary School from Ugenya, Siaya County, struck the right chord at this year’s National Music Festival, clinching the top spot with…

Siaya County Stand Set to Dazzle as Devolution Conference 2025 Exhibition Kicks Off in Homabay

Homa Bay, Kenya – August 12, 2025 The stage is set for the Devolution Conference 2025 in Homa Bay, which officially opened its exhibition segment today, August 12, and will…

Kenya Power Announces Power Outages in 6 Counties on Wednesday

Kenya Power has announced that six counties will experience planned power interruptions on Wednesday, August 13, to facilitate routine maintenance works. In a statement issued on Tuesday, August 12, the…

Siaya: Robust Governor Orengo Holds Consultative Meeting with Assembly and Executive

A robust Siaya Governor James Aggrey Bob Orengo today held a consultative meeting with Members of the County Assembly (MCA) led by Speaker George Okode, alongside Members of the County…

Gov’t Revokes Proposal to Build Nairobi–Mombasa Expressway

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has cancelled a Privately Initiated Proposal (PIP) to construct the 459-kilometre Nairobi–Mombasa (Usahihi) Expressway under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The mega-billion project was…

Kenya Met Warns of Storms, Increased Rainfall in Several Areas this Week

NAIROBI – The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued a weather alert warning of increased rainfall intensity in several parts of the country from Tuesday, August 12, to Monday, August…

Veteran Radio Presenter Charles Omuga Kabisae is Dead

Nyamasaria-born Charles Omuga Kabisae, a distinguished voice of Kenya’s airwaves, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, after a prolonged illness. His remains have been transported to a Nairobi mortuary…

Calvin Burgess Returns: Yala Swamp’s Second Chance or a Repeat of the Past?

In the heart of Siaya County, whispers of a familiar name are resurfacing—Calvin Burgess, the American investor whose Dominion Farms once promised to transform the Yala Swamp into an agricultural…

80 Killed in Road Accidents in Four Days – CS Chirchir

Kenya has recorded 2,933 road fatalities so far this year, with 80 deaths reported in the past four days alone, Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir said on Monday.…