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Tuju's bizarre burial wishes
Raphael Tuju bizarre burial wish .
By Isaiah Gwengi 24 days ago
Tuju's bizarre burial wishes
Ramula anti-mining protests leave two dead, homes torched
What began as a protest against a controversial gold mining project in Ramula, Gem Yala sub-county, has spiralled into deadly violence
By Isaiah Gwengi 28 days ago
Ramula anti-mining protests leave two dead, homes torched
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'Miracle babies' saga closes with Mary Deya's death
Mary Deya, the widow of controversial preacher Gilbert Deya, was found dead at her home in Bondo, bringing renewed attention to one of Kenya’s most controversial religious sagas.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
'Miracle babies' saga closes with Mary Deya's death
Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race
The race for the Siaya governorship is gradually taking shape as prominent political leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race
Ruto urges leaders to shun ethnic politics as ODM signals 2027 talks with UDA
President William Ruto has urged politicians to abandon ethnic politics and instead present clear development agendas to Kenyans ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
Ruto urges leaders to shun ethnic politics as ODM signals 2027 talks with UDA
Siaya men trained on parenting and sharing responsibilities
Men say the programme has transformed their families and strengthened homes by redefining fatherhood and encouraging shared parental responsibility.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
Siaya men trained on parenting and sharing responsibilities
Over 3,000 farmers to benefit as Siaya rolls out Agri-Nutrition drive
More than 3,000 vulnerable farmers in Siaya County will benefit from a new agri-nutrition training programme designed to boost household food security and reduce malnutrition.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
Over 3,000 farmers to benefit as Siaya rolls out Agri-Nutrition drive
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James Orengo: Man of all seasons in Kenya's ever shifting political winds
For more than four decades, Orengo has occupied a unique space in Kenya’s political theatre, sometimes at the centre of power, often at its margins, but always unmistakably present.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
James Orengo: Man of all seasons in Kenya's ever shifting political winds
Rights group demands justice over killing of former Siaya Assembly Clerk
A human rights organisation is demanding fresh investigations into the death of former Siaya County Assembly Clerk Felix Olwero, alleging police involvement.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
Rights group demands justice over killing of former Siaya Assembly Clerk
Residents along River Yala risk crocodile attacks in daily search for water
Despite being surrounded by water, many villages along River Yala in Yimbo East Ward have no piped supply.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Residents along River Yala risk crocodile attacks in daily search for water
Fear grips Ugunja over rising human-wildlife conflict
Residents of Ugunja sub-county are living in fear after a python slithered into a family compound in Uloma ‘B’ village, Asango East sub-location,.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Fear grips Ugunja over rising human-wildlife conflict
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How Kenyan teen nearly lost her life after wrong diagnosis
Her mother, Millicent Ganda, a single parent, says the family trusted the diagnosis without question.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
How Kenyan teen nearly lost her life after wrong diagnosis
The Bondo 'school of women' that refused to stay down
In the fishing village of Ulowa, Bondo sub-county, an institution once mocked as a “school of women” has defied stigma, poverty, and hostility to produce its best KCSE exam results yet.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
The Bondo 'school of women' that refused to stay down
Alumni efforts bear fruit as Usenge High posts good performance in KCSE
Usenge High School in Bondo has registered an improvement in performance in the 2025 KCSE examinations, buoyed by strong alumni support, learner discipline, and good academic strategies.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Alumni efforts bear fruit as Usenge High posts good performance in KCSE
Residents decry over perennial repairs on dilapidated road
Residents and road users have raised concerns over the poor state of the Bondo-Usenge road
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Residents decry over perennial repairs on dilapidated road
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How religious group allegedly swindled Siaya parents, workers with job promises
The organisation, Stewards of Grace International, presented itself as a faith-based charity committed to education support, community empowerment and mentorship.
By Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago
How religious group allegedly swindled Siaya parents, workers with job promises
ODM seeks early coalition talks in Ruto government
ODM leaders have renewed calls for a pre-election coalition agreement ahead of the 2027 General Election, insisting the party will remain in the broad-based government.
By Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago
ODM seeks early coalition talks in Ruto government
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Tuju's bizarre burial wishes
Raphael Tuju bizarre burial wish .
By Isaiah Gwengi 24 days ago
Tuju's bizarre burial wishes
Ramula anti-mining protests leave two dead, homes torched
What began as a protest against a controversial gold mining project in Ramula, Gem Yala sub-county, has spiralled into deadly violence
By Isaiah Gwengi 28 days ago
Ramula anti-mining protests leave two dead, homes torched
Premium
'Miracle babies' saga closes with Mary Deya's death
Mary Deya, the widow of controversial preacher Gilbert Deya, was found dead at her home in Bondo, bringing renewed attention to one of Kenya’s most controversial religious sagas.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
'Miracle babies' saga closes with Mary Deya's death
Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race
The race for the Siaya governorship is gradually taking shape as prominent political leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race
Ruto urges leaders to shun ethnic politics as ODM signals 2027 talks with UDA
President William Ruto has urged politicians to abandon ethnic politics and instead present clear development agendas to Kenyans ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
Ruto urges leaders to shun ethnic politics as ODM signals 2027 talks with UDA
Siaya men trained on parenting and sharing responsibilities
Men say the programme has transformed their families and strengthened homes by redefining fatherhood and encouraging shared parental responsibility.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
Siaya men trained on parenting and sharing responsibilities
Over 3,000 farmers to benefit as Siaya rolls out Agri-Nutrition drive
More than 3,000 vulnerable farmers in Siaya County will benefit from a new agri-nutrition training programme designed to boost household food security and reduce malnutrition.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
Over 3,000 farmers to benefit as Siaya rolls out Agri-Nutrition drive
Premium
James Orengo: Man of all seasons in Kenya's ever shifting political winds
For more than four decades, Orengo has occupied a unique space in Kenya’s political theatre, sometimes at the centre of power, often at its margins, but always unmistakably present.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
James Orengo: Man of all seasons in Kenya's ever shifting political winds
Rights group demands justice over killing of former Siaya Assembly Clerk
A human rights organisation is demanding fresh investigations into the death of former Siaya County Assembly Clerk Felix Olwero, alleging police involvement.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
Rights group demands justice over killing of former Siaya Assembly Clerk
Residents along River Yala risk crocodile attacks in daily search for water
Despite being surrounded by water, many villages along River Yala in Yimbo East Ward have no piped supply.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Residents along River Yala risk crocodile attacks in daily search for water
Fear grips Ugunja over rising human-wildlife conflict
Residents of Ugunja sub-county are living in fear after a python slithered into a family compound in Uloma ‘B’ village, Asango East sub-location,.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Fear grips Ugunja over rising human-wildlife conflict
Premium
How Kenyan teen nearly lost her life after wrong diagnosis
Her mother, Millicent Ganda, a single parent, says the family trusted the diagnosis without question.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
How Kenyan teen nearly lost her life after wrong diagnosis
The Bondo 'school of women' that refused to stay down
In the fishing village of Ulowa, Bondo sub-county, an institution once mocked as a “school of women” has defied stigma, poverty, and hostility to produce its best KCSE exam results yet.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
The Bondo 'school of women' that refused to stay down
Alumni efforts bear fruit as Usenge High posts good performance in KCSE
Usenge High School in Bondo has registered an improvement in performance in the 2025 KCSE examinations, buoyed by strong alumni support, learner discipline, and good academic strategies.
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Alumni efforts bear fruit as Usenge High posts good performance in KCSE
Residents decry over perennial repairs on dilapidated road
Residents and road users have raised concerns over the poor state of the Bondo-Usenge road
By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago
Residents decry over perennial repairs on dilapidated road
Premium
How religious group allegedly swindled Siaya parents, workers with job promises
The organisation, Stewards of Grace International, presented itself as a faith-based charity committed to education support, community empowerment and mentorship.
By Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago
How religious group allegedly swindled Siaya parents, workers with job promises
ODM seeks early coalition talks in Ruto government
ODM leaders have renewed calls for a pre-election coalition agreement ahead of the 2027 General Election, insisting the party will remain in the broad-based government.
By Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago
ODM seeks early coalition talks in Ruto government
Premium
Tuju's bizarre burial wishes
Raphael Tuju bizarre burial wish .
By Isaiah Gwengi 24 days ago
Tuju's bizarre burial wishes
Ramula anti-mining protests leave two dead, homes torched
What began as a protest against a controversial gold mining project in Ramula, Gem Yala sub-county, has spiralled into deadly violence
By Isaiah Gwengi 28 days ago
Ramula anti-mining protests leave two dead, homes torched
Premium
'Miracle babies' saga closes with Mary Deya's death
Mary Deya, the widow of controversial preacher Gilbert Deya, was found dead at her home in Bondo, bringing renewed attention to one of Kenya’s most controversial religious sagas.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
'Miracle babies' saga closes with Mary Deya's death
Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race
The race for the Siaya governorship is gradually taking shape as prominent political leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
Gumbo returns to ODM as aspirants line up for Siaya governor race
Ruto urges leaders to shun ethnic politics as ODM signals 2027 talks with UDA
President William Ruto has urged politicians to abandon ethnic politics and instead present clear development agendas to Kenyans ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Isaiah Gwengi 1 month ago
Ruto urges leaders to shun ethnic politics as ODM signals 2027 talks with UDA
Siaya men trained on parenting and sharing responsibilities
Men say the programme has transformed their families and strengthened homes by redefining fatherhood and encouraging shared parental responsibility.
By Isaiah Gwengi 2 months ago
Siaya men trained on parenting and sharing responsibilities
JSS teachers' strike disrupts schooling
Education
By Juliet Omelo
13 mins ago
When the back-to-school glow fades and real life begins
Parenting
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
18 mins ago
Kang'ata ditches UDA
Cartoons
By Gammz
53 mins ago
Packaged Githeri? The rise of ready-to-eat meals
Enterprise
By Bruno Mutunga
1 hr ago