Goat thief killed
The body of a 19-year-old man was yesterday found lying near Nyamanga chief's camp in Suna West constituency, Migori County. Vintas Ochieng Oraro was found dead on the footpath to the chief’s camp with...
View ArticleOjaamong fights graft
DEPARTMENTAL heads in Busia County who have developed a habit of absconding from their offices to engage in private businesses instead of serving the public have been warned that stern legal action...
View ArticleRice farming to supplement maize shortage in Mumias
THE ministry of agriculture has introduced rice farming in Mumias district to supplement food production among the residents. Area district agricultural officer Martin Keya said 200kg of Nerica rice...
View ArticleBusia cane farmers plea to Ojaamong
SUGARCANE farmers in Busia yesterday appealed to the new governor Sospeter Ojaamong to consider as first priority problems affecting the sugar industry in the county. The farmers urged the new county...
View ArticleNyamira governor promise
NYAMIRA governor John Nyagarama yesterday said that he will not allow shoddy deals among public servants. Nyagarama said that his leadership will want to see transparency in carrying out transactions...
View ArticleHeavy rains in Western Kenya
WESTERN Kenya is expected to receive above normal rains in the March to May long season that has just started, the Meteorological department has warned. The forecaster said their indications have...
View ArticleDisabled locked out of school
Educational challenges faced by pupils with disability in the country are rapidly rising and locking them out of school. Helen Obande Chief Executive Officer United Disabled Persons of Kenya says the...
View ArticleKisii to work 24 hours, Ongwae
KISII governor James Ongwae was yesterday sworn in amid pomp and color promising to deliver on his pledges. Ongwae took oath of his alongside his deputy Joash Maangi during a ceremony held at Gusii...
View ArticleOparanya's plan for Kakamega county
KAKAMEGA governor Wycliffe Oparanya yesterday unveiled a seven point development manifesto for the county with infrastructure development top on his agenda. Oparanya said that his first role would be...
View ArticleNyong'o blasts county boss
KISUMU county commissioner Lorna Odero became a target during the swearing in ceremony for the county’s governor and his deputy. Speakers during the swearing in ceremony for governor Jack Ranguma and...
View ArticleActivist warns over roadblocks
AN activist has raised concerns over several police roadblocks mounted on Nyanza roads. The Kenya legal defense fund executive director Philip Jagero said the roadblocks have become points of...
View ArticleObado sworn in as Migori governor
Migori Governor Zachary Obado and his deputy Mwita Mahanga promised to industrialise the county to meet its full potential yesterday after being sworn in. Speaking soon after being sworn by high court...
View ArticleNyatike braces for flooding
Residents of Nyatike, Migori County living in low lands flood prone areas have been advised to settle in higher grounds with the onset of heavy rains. They have been advised to take caution as there is...
View ArticleKakamega farmers' plea for cheap fertilizer
FARMERS in Kakamega County have appealed to the government to hasten access to subsidized fertilizer for the planting season that is under way. The farmers complained that the National Cereals and...
View ArticleI'm the Western Kingpin, Wetang'ula tells Luhya
Ford Kenya leader Moses Wetang'ula has proclaimed himself the political supremo in Western Kenya on account of the party's performance in the March 4 general election. "I am now the senior most...
View ArticleTeething problems for Murang’a government
Murang’a governor Mwangi wa Iria and his deputy Gakure Monyo have vowed to address the many problems facing the county. Mwangi and Monyo too oath of office at Ihura stadium where they promised to...
View Article13 Kiambu MPs pledge support for Kabogo
The 13 Members of Parliament from Kiambu county have pledged to support Governor William Kabogo as he seeks to transform the area. The MPs sent their well wishes through Kiambaa MP Paul Koinange on...
View ArticleGachagua vows to boost Nyeri farmers
NYERI governor Nderitu Gachagua has pledged to boost farming in the county. Gachagua said he will soon hold a meeting with government officials to work out modalities on how to start boosting the...
View ArticleKirinyaga governor to fight corruption
Kirinyaga county governor Joseph Ndathi has said his government will take action against individuals who engage in corruption. Speaking after taking oath of office at Kutus Primary School, Ndathi said:...
View ArticleStay safe at beach, says coast guard
HOLIDAY makers at the coast have been cautioned to observe safety precautions on the beaches during Easter. The Kenya Maritime Authority has appealed to tourists and communities living along the Coast...
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