Two arrested in Busia for allegedly trafficking Sh9.1m ivory
Police said they acted on intelligence to nab the male suspects, who were allegedly transporting the tusks on a motorbike.
By John Shilitsa 2 years ago
Two arrested in Busia for allegedly trafficking Sh9.1m ivory
Mixed reactions on Mudavadi's political move
Political pundits have differed on the likely political implications Musalia Mudavadi's move could have on his political career.
By John Shilitsa 2 years ago
Mixed reactions on Mudavadi's political move
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MP Washiali on Raila, Ruto and quitting politics
He has served as an MP since 2007. He wants MPs in their third, fourth, fifth and sixth terms in Parliament to quit and pave way for new blood.
By John Shilitsa 2 years ago
MP Washiali on Raila, Ruto and quitting politics
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Mudavadi keeps country guessing on his plans as election clock ticks
Amani National Congress (ANC) party leader Musalia Mudavadi has kept his supporters in the dark about his future plans.
By John Shilitsa 2 years ago
Mudavadi keeps country guessing on his plans as election clock ticks
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Azimio or OKA? Western region politicians are at a crossroads
Some lawmakers allied to OKA have been seen in meetings with proponents of Azimio La Umoja.
By John Shilitsa 2 years ago
Azimio or OKA? Western region politicians are at a crossroads
Preparations in top gear for Bukhungu ll
Police fear that the leaders could take the opportunity to make stopovers before addressing their supporters at the Mumias Sports Complex stadium.
By John Shilitsa 2 years ago
Preparations in top gear for Bukhungu ll
Raila and Ruto court ANC, eye slice of Western
ANC leader has a tough choice to make between backing Raila or Ruto, or going it alone.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Raila and Ruto court ANC, eye slice of Western
Senator Khaniri launches bid for Vihiga governorship
Senator Khaniri announces he will go Vihiga governorship in the 20022 elections.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Senator Khaniri launches bid for Vihiga governorship
Mudavadi, Wetang’ula keep supporters guessing
ANC leader Musalia Mudavadi and Ford Kenya's Moses Wetang’ula are facing mounting pressure over their hardline political stance.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Mudavadi, Wetang’ula keep supporters guessing
I am sure our paths will cross again, Raila now tells Mudavadi
Raila said the fact that they have taken different political paths does not mean they cannot work together.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
I am sure our paths will cross again, Raila now tells Mudavadi
Two Ford-K faction leaders warm up to Raila, promise a new outfit
ANC legislators from Western have warned Mudavadi against working with both Raila and Deputy President William Ruto.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Two Ford-K faction leaders warm up to Raila, promise a new outfit
Shinyalu MP Justus Kizito to spend night in police custody
Police had a rough time arresting Kizito, who was in the company of a group of youths that attempted to block the arrest.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Shinyalu MP Justus Kizito to spend night in police custody
Raila Odinga: Youth must lead in economic liberation push
ODM leader spent two nights at Kakamega governor’s place. He met regional campaign team and discussed strategies.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Raila Odinga: Youth must lead in economic liberation push
Why women in Western shy away from elective politics
Western appears to be lagging as budding female politicians from other regions plot to clinch elective seats in the 2022 elections.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Why women in Western shy away from elective politics
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Fear of dying culture as popular drum beats fade
Few people can play the once-popular amabwi set of three drums. It was played when a respectable man died or during unique and symbolic rituals.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Fear of dying culture as popular drum beats fade
Suspected child killer Masten Wanjala is dead
Masten Wanjala confessed to killing more than 10 children and was due to appear in court on Wednesday.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Suspected child killer Masten Wanjala is dead
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Cock and bull story? Ayub Alulu is Kakamega's king of cockfights
Man who claims to own the reigning champion cockerel believes sport has potential beyond Western.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Cock and bull story? Ayub Alulu is Kakamega's king of cockfights
Body of missing student found floating in river
Boba boda rider arrested over the incident after the student’s bag and phone found in his house.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Body of missing student found floating in river
Old boys of Kakamega High school seek to nature talent and support learners
The old boys of Kakamega High have embarked on an ambitious project to nature talents and support bright but needy learners at the school.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Old boys of Kakamega High school seek to nature talent and support learners
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54-year-old blind, diabetic teacher who still loves changing children's lives
The main challenge he faces is juggling between classwork and frequently going for medical checkup.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
54-year-old blind, diabetic teacher who still loves changing children's lives
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Mighty Mwibale wa Mwanja rock where visitors swim, meditate
The large and expansive Mwibale wa Mwanja rock is found at Situti village in Bungoma County. Visitors flock to the area to swim in the natural pool...
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Mighty Mwibale wa Mwanja rock where visitors swim, meditate
A look into malaria drug resistance
Busia is among eight counties in Western and Nyanza where Malaria vaccination was launched by World Health Organisation two years ago.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
A look into malaria drug resistance
Sapit bars Raila, Mudavadi from the pulpit
Leaders had attended the enthronement service of the first elected Anglican woman Bishop Rose Okeno.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Sapit bars Raila, Mudavadi from the pulpit
History as first woman bishop, Rose Okeno, takes the reins
The elaborate ritual of consecration and enthronement of Bishop Rose Okeno lasted about two hours including reciting four different oaths.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
History as first woman bishop, Rose Okeno, takes the reins
Khwisero gold diggers brave hazardous river to get rich quick
Villagers around the banks of River Yala at Emakuche in Khwisero sub-County been digging the shallow pits in a desperate search for gold deposits.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Khwisero gold diggers brave hazardous river to get rich quick
President Uhuru’s tour of Western in limbo
?President Uhuru Kenyatta was to inspect mega development projects in Western region.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
President Uhuru’s tour of Western in limbo
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Kituyi yet to find footing in local politics
Even as the clock ticks fast towards the next polls, Dr Kituyi appears to be struggling to find his footing in local politics.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Kituyi yet to find footing in local politics
Embattled Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa arrested
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has been arrested for assaulting a local contractor.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Embattled Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa arrested
Huge expectations ahead of Uhuru's Western region tour
President Uhuru Kenyatta will have a full plate during his planned tour of Western next month.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Huge expectations ahead of Uhuru's Western region tour
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Jail Yatani for going against law: Oparanya
Oparanya claimed counties had not received their allocation for the last six months.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Jail Yatani for going against law: Oparanya
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Boy admitted to girls’ secondary school seeks Magoha's help
Spencer Wangila,14, scored 370 marks in last year’s Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) exam at Misikhu Friends Primary School, Webuye West.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Boy admitted to girls’ secondary school seeks Magoha's help
Drama as woman storms wedding [PHOTOS]
The mother of three claimed she is the legally married wife of the groom although they separated last year over some misunderstanding.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Drama as woman storms wedding [PHOTOS]
Bungoma Governor Wangamati questioned over ‘unjustifiable expenditure’
Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati was on Wednesday put to task to explain the use of millions of shillings said to have been spent on irregularly.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Bungoma Governor Wangamati questioned over ‘unjustifiable expenditure’
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Hallelujah, pastor transforms top club in Kakamega town into church
A signpost erected on a black metal gate leads you to Abundant Grace Revival Ministries, sandwiched between a bank and a Seventh Day Adventist church.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Hallelujah, pastor transforms top club in Kakamega town into church
Kakamega woman’s body ‘forgotten’ at Germany airport during transit
The family could not understand how the mix-up happened when the consignment was clearly marked.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Kakamega woman’s body ‘forgotten’ at Germany airport during transit
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Job seekers flight into slavery and torture in Saudi Arabia
Women recount ordeals as maids in homes in a foreign land.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Job seekers flight into slavery and torture in Saudi Arabia
Cane farmers demand to know fate of sucrose testing machines
Sugarcane farmers want to know the whereabouts of sucrose testing machines that were bought by the government five years ago.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Cane farmers demand to know fate of sucrose testing machines
No legs, no problem for football coach Wanyama
The name Geoffrey Wanyama sounds like any other, but to the people of Likuyani in Kakamega County, it's not.
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
No legs, no problem for football coach Wanyama
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Turning 'Mukombero' into a cash crop
The root of the vine is said to have medicinal value and an aphrodisiac
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Turning 'Mukombero' into a cash crop
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Kenyan jailed in China uses letters to keep kin’s hopes alive
?Hope. His mother says she is happy to hear that her son is alive and hopes to see him again one day
By John Shilitsa 3 years ago
Kenyan jailed in China uses letters to keep kin’s hopes alive
Dealing with Christmas Blues
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