Bahati men rally against femicide, alcohol abuse

Men in Bahati, Nakuru County, held a large, men-only forum to confront rising femicide, suicides and illicit alcohol abuse while encouraging open discussion on mental health and societal pressures.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 20 days ago

Media owners and government support the welfare of journalists

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and media stakeholders have intensified calls for professionalism and the personal welfare of journalists.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 21 days ago

KDF soldier unfit to stand trial for wife's murder

A Nakuru High Court has ordered a military officer to be committed to a psychiatric facility after a psychiatric report found him unfit to stand trial for his wife's murder.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 26 days ago

State allocates Sh1b for construction of Kabarnet College

The government has allocated Sh1 billion for the construction of Kabarnet University College in Baringo County, a constituent of Moi University.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 28 days ago

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Kindiki to Gachagua: I will embarrass you again in Ol Kalou by-election

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki warned Rigathi Gachagua of defeat in the Ol Kalou by-election, while defending government policies and criticising opposition-led protests.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Femicide cases reported in Nakuru

A suspected domestic killing in Nakuru highlights a surge in femicide cases, raising alarm over gender-based violence and victim protection.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

AG calls for technology knowledge among investigative agencies

Attorney General Dorcas Oduor has urged investigative agencies in Kenya to adopt technology to strengthen crime detection and improve access to justice.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Couple accuses hospital of cover-up over their baby's death

A 26-year-old painter has accused the Nakuru County Referral Hospital of negligence and cover-up following the death of his newborn baby.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

DP Kindiki accuses opposition of incitement over fuel crisis

Legal analysts and civil society actors argue that such political alignment contravenes established international and national standards governing human rights institutions.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Senators flag staff shortage, poor services at Nakuru county referral hospital

The Senate Committee on Health came face-to-face with the agony and struggles patients face when seeking treatment at Nakuru County Referral Hospital. 

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Baringo medics suspend their strike

Baringo medics suspended their six-day strike following talks with the county government

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Court prioritises mental health treatment in sentencing of Narok Mother

A Narok High Court judge sentenced a mother to probation instead of prison after ruling she was mentally unstable when she killed her two young sons.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Baringo County reaffirms its commitment to end maternal deaths

Baringo County has renewed efforts to reduce maternal deaths by strengthening healthcare services and partnering with stakeholders.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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Herbal lifeline: How indigenous remedies offer second chances to patients

With herbal medicine, anyone who enters the market with bad intentions—taking patients’ money, being greedy, or dishonest—does not last long in the industry.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Fluorosis poses a challenge to oral health in Nakuru

Fluorosis is affecting residents of Nakuru, with prolonged exposure to high fluoride levels damaging teeth and hindering bone development.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

A formidable voice of change

Rongai Leakwara from the Ilchamus community was honoured at Nakuru during World International Women’s Day for her courageous advocacy and leadership in promoting justice for women.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Vegetable dispute turns fatal: one dead, another jailed after family row

On November 1, 2024, Eunice Wangare was in her parents' home in Laikipia, cooking vegetables in the kitchen with her two children and sisters.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Two arrested for repackaging, selling government-subsidised fertiliser

The fertilizer is part of a government subsidy programme intended to support farmers by selling the product at Sh2, 500 per sack.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Hope as calm returns to North Rift

Renewed security operations and community efforts are bringing cautious hope to Kenya’s North Rift after decades of deadly bandit attacks that displaced communities and devastated livelihoods.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Teacher transferred amid harassment, victimisation claims

A Nakuru teacher has been transferred after alleging harassment and victimisation by the head teacher at her school, raising concerns about workplace treatment in the profession.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Diver's body yet to be retrieved from Chebloch gorge in Baringo

The diver Rodger Kiplimo, 25, was swept away after making a daring dive into the swollen gorge following the ongoing rains in the country.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Telemedicine saving lives in Baringo County one child at a time

Caroline Jebiwott used to travel kilometres seeking health care services until she heard of the telemedicine programme at Chemolingot Sub-county Hospital and decided to give it a shot.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Police Officer claims fatal shooting of suspect was accidental

A Nakuru police officer charged with killing a suspect found with 11 rolls of bhang eight years ago claims the shooting was accidental.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Police deployed as Nakuru gangs attack motorists and passengers

The gang, allegedly armed, has been terrorising motorists and pedestrians, robbing them of goods and blocking roads.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

ICJ urges state to abolish death penalty

The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) has called on the Kenyan government to abolish the death penalty through legislative reforms.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

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From forced marriage to a rebellious faithful, inside Maimuna's advocacy for justice

Mwinyi Maimuna, who escaped early marriage, continues to champion justice and speak out against societal wrongs despite facing stigma and personal struggles.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Man denies possessing ethanol as residents protest in court

A man has denied being in possession of ethanol in Eldama Ravine, as agitated residents demonstrated within the court premises over the high consumption of alcohol in the area.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Malnutrition remains a challenge among children under five in Baringo

Malnutrition continued to pose a threat to the growth of children in Baringo County.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Man found killed within Kabarnet town

Detectives in Baringo are investigating the murder of an unidentified man in Kabarnet town.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Man jailed 20 years for murder freed after appeal

The court of appeal in Nakuru has acquitted a man serving a 20-year sentence for the murder of a Samburu businessman six years ago, citing improper identification procedures.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

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Spirit of Kenyaism: TikTokers save Nakuru woman's hotel from collapse

Kenyans on social media platforms across the country and beyond rallied behind her, and, in the blink of an eye, her world changed.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

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Life sentence stands for woman who killed five-year-old sister over Sh10

Following the murder, Wambui was arrested and charged at the High Court in Nakuru. She was sentenced to life imprisonment.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Pastor' jailed 10 years for killing his wife

Stephen Nderitu, 70, has been jailed for 10 years for the murder of his wife on the eve of Valentine's Day, two years ago.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Suspect in Sh1.2m heroin seizure freed on bond

A man charged with trafficking heroin worth Sh1.19 million has been released on a Sh100,000 bond.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

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Scars of injustice: Activist pays heavy price for defending truth

Chumba lost a twin brother, home and family property in the 2007 post-election violence. He bears many scars, the consequences of fighting for the injustices meted out on others.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Bahati men rally against femicide, alcohol abuse

Men in Bahati, Nakuru County, held a large, men-only forum to confront rising femicide, suicides and illicit alcohol abuse while encouraging open discussion on mental health and societal pressures.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 20 days ago

Media owners and government support the welfare of journalists

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and media stakeholders have intensified calls for professionalism and the personal welfare of journalists.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 21 days ago

KDF soldier unfit to stand trial for wife's murder

A Nakuru High Court has ordered a military officer to be committed to a psychiatric facility after a psychiatric report found him unfit to stand trial for his wife's murder.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 26 days ago

State allocates Sh1b for construction of Kabarnet College

The government has allocated Sh1 billion for the construction of Kabarnet University College in Baringo County, a constituent of Moi University.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 28 days ago

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Kindiki to Gachagua: I will embarrass you again in Ol Kalou by-election

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki warned Rigathi Gachagua of defeat in the Ol Kalou by-election, while defending government policies and criticising opposition-led protests.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago