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Sifuna: The president and his allies are in panic mode

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has accused President William Ruto and his allies of panicking over declining support, while criticising the government's record ahead of the 2027 general elections.

By Benard Lusigi 12 days ago

Kakamega's Sikuli Market gets power as government targets 40,000 households

Implemented by REREC under the Last Mile Connectivity Programme, the project is set to connect electricity to approximately 125 rural households, local businesses, and public facilities.

By Benard Lusigi 12 days ago

Why Khalwale blocked President Ruto from attending wife's burial

President Ruto had informed him of his intention to attend the funeral and later sent his personal assistant, Farouk Kibet, to seek coordinates for the presidential aircraft to land.

By Benard Lusigi 13 days ago

State projects stall as officers shift gear to 2027 politics

State officers in Western Kenya are facing growing criticism for allegedly using government projects and resources to advance their 2027 political ambitions.

By Benard Lusigi 15 days ago

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Oparanya eyes DP slot, warns of ODM exit over power-sharing deal

A political storm is brewing within the ODM and the broad-based government, CS Wycliffe Oparanya and a section of ODM MPs pushing for him to become President William Ruto's running mate.

By Benard Lusigi 15 days ago

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Oparanya, Barasa battle threatens broad-based unity in Western

Wycliffe Oparanya's push to become President William Ruto's running mate in 2027 has intensified political tensions within ODM and exposed divisions with Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa.

By Benard Lusigi 15 days ago

Kakamega rolls out Sh60m grants to empower vulnerable groups, youth

Kakamega County has rolled out a Sh60 million social protection grant programme targeting women, youth, widows, persons living with disabilities and other marginalised groups

By Benard Lusigi 16 days ago

Busia MCAs audit over county rent arrears

Busia County Assembly Committee on Public Administration has kicked off an audit of tenancy documents and address escalating rent arrears and discrepancies owed to private landlords

By Benard Lusigi 16 days ago

Police seize Sh56 million cannabis, methamphetamine in Busia

Police in Busia have intercepted more than 800 kilogrammes of Cannabis valued at Sh35 million

By Benard Lusigi 16 days ago

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Panic hits Ruto's camp as growing opposition wave grips Western

The desperation in the president's camp is glaring as they heighten mobilisation efforts.

By Benard Lusigi 18 days ago

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Ruto markets 2060 Vision at Music Festivals, puts creative economy at heart of post-2030 agenda

President William Ruto yesterday rallied Kenyans to back the 2060 vision plan, describing it as an ultimate game-changer for the country's development.

By Benard Lusigi 19 days ago

Busia county assembly goes paperless in Sh73.5m digital project

Busia County Assembly has completed a Sh73.5 million digital transformation programme aimed at reducing printing costs and improving access to legislative documents.

By Benard Lusigi 21 days ago

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University plan to preserve indegineous languages

MMUST has stepped up efforts to preserve, document and promote indigenous knowledge, with the institution seeking to bridge traditional wisdom with modern science, research and innovation.

By Benard Lusigi 22 days ago

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Governors reject Senate fiscal performance ranking, say it overlooked key realities

The Council of Governors (CoG) has challenged the methodology used by the Senate to rank counties on fiscal performance.

By Benard Lusigi 22 days ago

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Sifuna tightens grip on Western as presidential bid gathers steam

Sifuna appealed to Oparanya to bless his presidential ambitions and support the emerging generation of leaders even if he differs from his kind of politics

By Benard Lusigi 25 days ago

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'Wewe ndio hauna akili', Sifuna launches scathing attack at Ruto in Busia tour

Sifuna dismissed claims by the President and his allies that he lacks the political experience required to lead the country.

By Benard Lusigi 26 days ago

DPP warns against incitement and hooliganism

DPP Renson Ingonga has warned politicians accused of fuelling political intolerance through inflammatory remarks and sponsoring criminal gangs

By Benard Lusigi 27 days ago

Koome warns against corruption in judiciary as Kakamega gets new court

Koome said the Judiciary would not tolerate corruption, insisting that judicial officers must uphold the highest ethical standards while dispensing justice.

By Benard Lusigi 28 days ago

Kakamega County launches campaign against teen pregnancies, HIV infections and SGBV

Kakamega County launches a campaign dubbed the Triple Threat Campaign to combat rising cases of teenage pregnancies, HIV infections and sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Daughter's house gift sparks bitter family land feud

Rhoda Wanyama sits pensively alongside her sisters, their gazes fixed on the charred ruins of what was once their late mother's home in Siaka village, Kanduyi Constituency, Bungoma County.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

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Governor Barasa accuses CS Oparanya of dividing ODM in bid for Ruto's running mate slot

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa said he would remain in ODM despite growing pressure from some residents urging him to join the Linda Mwananchi Movement led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

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Sifuna endorsed for presidency as Western leaders threaten to ditch ODM

A political realignment is unfolding in Western Kenya, with key leaders in Kakamega and Vihiga counties breaking ranks with ODM to endorse Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Health services disrupted as Kakamega health workers strike

The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers said its members would not resume duty until the county government fulfils its promises.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

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Oparanya, Wetang'ula battle for western Kenya's political crown ahead of 2027

A supremacy battle is quietly unfolding in western Kenya as Oparanya and Wetang'ula pursue separate political strategies that appear aimed at securing President Ruto's running mate post.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

CS Murkomen declares war on goons, criminal gangs

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed to crack down on political goons and criminal gangs in Western region and across the country ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Khalwale, Savula clash over western Kenya's political direction ahead of 2027 polls

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale publicly clashed with Deputy Governor Ayub Savula on Saturday over Western region's political direction ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Sugarcane farmers threaten nationwide protests over delayed elections

Sugarcane farmers from across the country have threatened to stage nationwide protests over claims of coordinated scheme to frustrate the election of Kenya Sugar Board directors

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

MPs order fresh probe into Sh844m university hostel project

The multi-million-shilling hostel project was scheduled for completion within three years.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Governor Lusaka warns against political goonism, urges CS Murkomen to act

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has called on the political class to abandon the growing culture of political violence.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Busia partners with ABDP and IFAD to boost fish production

Busia County has strengthened its partnership with ABDP and IFAD to expand sustainable aquaculture, boost fish production, reduce pressure on Lake Victoria's declining fish stocks.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Busia County Assembly approves selection panel to recruit new public service board members

Busia County Assembly has approved a five-member panel to recruit new County Public Service Board members, with leaders calling for a transparent and merit-based process.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

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Atwoli claims Uhuru is funding Sifuna to split Western vote

Atwoli has launched a scathing attack on Sifuna and his Linda Mwananchi brigade, warning that he cannot ascend to the presidency through the support of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

DPP warns school arson suspects could face life imprisonment

irector of Public Prosecutions Renson Ingonga has warned students against arson attacks targeting school property, saying those found responsible will face the full force of the law.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

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Ruto allies accuse Gachagua of divisive politics over Ol Kalou remarks

Allies of President William Ruto have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of promoting divisive politics.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Government to construct Sh150m Abakhayo Cultural Centre in Busia

The national government will build a Sh150 million Abakhayo Cultural Centre in Busia County to preserve the community's heritage, promote tourism and create economic opportunities.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Relief as Kakamega County waives business licence fees for PLWDs

Kakamega County has waived business licence fees and county levies for persons with disabilities to boost economic inclusion, while stakeholders also called for better funding.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Otuoma, two leaders record statements in 'Jobless' gang probe

Busia leaders have recorded statements with the DCI as investigations intensify into the alleged activities, violence and political links of the outlawed "Jobless" gang.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Barasa under pressure as health unions threaten countywide strike

Five health workers' unions have issued Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa with a three-day ultimatum to resolve a standoff over the signing of a long-awaited Recognition Agreement

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Women protest over rising defilement, murder of children

Every evening when the final school bell rings in Shinyalu Constituency, Kakamega County, parents no longer breathe a sigh of relief, instead, anxiety sets in.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Kakamega unveils new valuation roll, targets Sh2 billion in land rates

The Kakamega County new valuation roll provides the legal and administrative framework for assessing land rates fairly, with the exercise expected to improve compliance and own-source revenue.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago