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Cyrus Jirongo: A life of wealth, politics, controversy and family

Former Cabinet minister and ex-Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo was a man whose name became synonymous with power, wealth and controversy in Kenya’s political landscape.

By 11 days ago

Western leaders join Kenyans in mourning political veteran Jirongo

Leaders across the political divide have paid tribute to former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, describing him as a trailblazer, a fearless politician and a generous friend.

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Leaders demand release of 200 arrested in deadly Ikolomani mining clashes

At least four people were shot dead, while dozens of others, including two police officers and journalists, were left wounded.

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Clan performs ritual to cleanse new Malava MP in homecoming ceremony

Abashu clan of the Kabras sub-tribe slaughtered a bull to cleanse, bless and cement the new leadership of Malava MP David Ndakwa during his home coming.

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Panyako's tears move Malava leaders to beg Ruto to give him a job

Seth Panyako in Malava’s during by-election, could not hold back tears as he watched his hopes of clinching the parliament seat slip away.

By 25 days ago

Karua: United opposition will review by-election loss

Karua criticised what she described as “an election like no other”, claiming that voters were offered household items instead of policy-driven leadership.

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Wetangula urges peace, vigilance as Kenyans participate in by-elections

Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has assured Kenyans that government is committed to providing maximum security in ongoing by-elections across the country.

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Tension as vehicle is set ablaze after confrontations in Malava

A vehicle has been set ablaze by unknown people who were said to be in the company of Lugari member of Parliament Nabii Nabwera at Manyonji in Butali, Malava constituency.

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Wetangula says security tightened ahead of Chwele-Kabuchai by-election

Moses Wetang’ula has said security has been reinforced ahead of Thursday’s by-election in Chwele–Kabuchai.

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Malava by-election: Manyasi endorses UDA's Ndakwa after DNA party withdraws from race

Job Burudi Manyasi on Sunday broke ranks with his party, the Democratic National Alliance (DNA), and declared his support for UDA’s David Ndakwa.

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Mudavadi: Kenya constitution does not apply to Tanzania

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi has fired back at online critics over Kenya’s decision to congratulate President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania.

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How Kakamega residents will benefit from the Sh683bn gold discovery

The mining project will cover 337 acres in the Isulu–Bushangala belt, where British firm Shanta Gold intends to begin extraction.

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Senate health committee raises alarm over shortages of health workers

The committee has recommended that counties convert Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff to permanent and pensionable terms.

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Police destroy Sh21 million bhang, heroin in Busia

Police in Busia County, working with the Judiciary, have destroyed a consignment of bhang and heroin valued at more than Sh21 million.

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Lugari school principal's strange death prompts teacher outrage

Mr Shange's mutilated body was found in River Kipkaren days after he was reported lost.

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113 adults take KCSE in Kakamega amid 8-4-4 phase-out

At least 113 adult learners are sitting for this year’s Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations in Kakamega County as private candidates.

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Governor Otuoma under fire for paying consultant Sh4.9 million

According to the Auditor General’s report, the county paid Sh4.98 million to a consultant tasked with confirming the classification of a hospital that was already listed as a Level 5 facility.

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Khalwale accuses Mudavadi of betraying Malulu Injendi's son in Malava race

Khalwale reminded Mudavadi that he should have ensured Ryan Injendi was given the party ticket and won the Malava by-election.

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Court upholds council chair's appointment, setting precedent on honorary doctorates in academia

Case was primarily based on the claim that his appointment was never gazetted, an allegation the court found baseless, noting there is no legal requirement for such a publication.

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ODM endorses UDA candidate in Malava by-election

ODM has declared support for United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate David Ndakwa in the Malava parliamentary by-election set for November 27, 2025.

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'He will not vie for president': Wangamati tears into Wetang'ula's 2032 ambition

The former county boss pointed to Wetang’ula’s political history, noting that despite being well-placed to run in past elections, he always shied away from the top seat.

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Oparanya breaks silence on Sh56.7m graft case

Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya claims the revival of the case was part of a political witch-hunt by his critics out to weaken his political influence in Kakamega County.

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Western Kenya split over ban on 'Disco Matanga'

Disco Matanga has increasingly been linked to decaying morals especially among the youth who use such occasions to engage in drugs, excess alcohol consumption, crime and unprotected sex.

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Eight killed as police battle criminal gangs in western region

At least two locals have been killed by the gangs in the last week. Six suspected members of the gangs have also been lynched by members of the public in the same period.

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Oparanya warns ODM against divisive politics amid leadership row in Kakamega

CS Oparanya cautionS ODM leaders against divisive internal politics that he says threaten to weaken the party ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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KeNHA warns aspirants against defacing road signs with campaign posters

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) on Tuesday warned aspirants and their supporters against defacing road signage with posters, saying the offence attracts heavy penalties.

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Khalwale: Murkomen is a 'TikTok phone boy' unfit for security docket

Dr Khalwale took issue with Murkomen's recent high-level meetings at Golf Hotel in Kakamega, accusing the CS of sidling some elected leaders in the county.

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Murkomen orders crackdown on Nairobi muggings

This come following the outcry by the city residents and how young men wielding knives were terrorizing Nairobians on some spots at the Central Business District.

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CS Murkomen assures of security in Busia after weeks of gang violence

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said that the crackdown on gangs in Busia was done jointly by Kenyan and Ugandan security agencies.

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'He must go!': Why MPs want to kick out Duale

They argued that the CS had lost the moral authority to continue serving in the Ministry of Health. 

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Busia county targets 3,000 residents in Mpox vaccination drive

At least 3,000 residents of Busia County are expected to receive Mpox vaccination in a 10-day exercise starting on September 3, health officials have announced.

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Archbishop Mahatia: Church will continue to offer health services despite SHA wrangles

He said the Church remains committed to serving Kenyans

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Kenya, Uganda agree to eliminate trade barriers

The two Heads of State instructed their respective ministers in charge of trade to urgently convene and address bottlenecks affecting cross-border business.

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Government to operationalise three new sub-counties in Malava

Dr. Omollo also lauded the government’s affordable housing programme, noting it has created jobs and empowered local Jua Kali artisans.

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Six senior Busia county officials arrested over Sh1.4 billion fraud

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested six senior Busia county officials over an alleged Sh1.4 billion fraud.

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I won't impose a leader on Malava people, says Mudavadi

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has dismissed claims that he is backing anyone in the upcoming Malava by-election.

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Kakamega races to complete projects to boost jobs

Kakamega County is fast-tracking the completion of multi-sectoral development projects aimed at transforming livelihoods and creating employment opportunities across the county.

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Coffee farmers urged to track Nairobi coffee exchange for fair market prices

Farmers in Western region urged to closely monitor the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) to better understand the dynamics of coffee market and ensure they receive fair value for their produce.

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Western ODM MPs threaten to ditch party over attacks on Sifuna

A section of ODM legislators from the Western region has issued a stern warning to the party leadership, threatening to walk out if SG Edwin Sifuna is not protected.

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Man dies after learning police shot, killed grandson

A family in Kakamega County has suffered double tragedy after 79-year-old Henry Opanga, collapsed and died after receiving news that his grandson was shot dead by police.

By 5 months ago