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Senate and Council of Governors hold talks to end stalemate
Stewart Madzayo says the Senate leadership and the Council of Governors are in talks to resolve a stalemate over concerns raised by county chiefs.
By Erick Abuga 1 month ago
Senate and Council of Governors hold talks to end stalemate
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Fistula, particularly in Kilifi County, has long been viewed as a curse in many local communities, forcing many victims to suffer in silence.
By Erick Abuga 1 month ago
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
At least fourteen former employees of the Italian Space Agency in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, have moved to court, accusing the agency of unfair termination of employment.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
PAA Secretary General Kazungu Tungule claimed that a section of UDA leaders were saboteurs of the coastal political unity and were behind the push to have the party dissolved.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
At least 900 learners in Kilifi County have benefited from Sh.8.5 million National Government Affirmative Action (NGAAF) scholarship as schools reopen.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
Senate and Council of Governors hold talks to end stalemate
Stewart Madzayo says the Senate leadership and the Council of Governors are in talks to resolve a stalemate over concerns raised by county chiefs.
By Erick Abuga 1 month ago
Senate and Council of Governors hold talks to end stalemate
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Fistula, particularly in Kilifi County, has long been viewed as a curse in many local communities, forcing many victims to suffer in silence.
By Erick Abuga 1 month ago
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
At least fourteen former employees of the Italian Space Agency in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, have moved to court, accusing the agency of unfair termination of employment.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
PAA Secretary General Kazungu Tungule claimed that a section of UDA leaders were saboteurs of the coastal political unity and were behind the push to have the party dissolved.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
At least 900 learners in Kilifi County have benefited from Sh.8.5 million National Government Affirmative Action (NGAAF) scholarship as schools reopen.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
Senate and Council of Governors hold talks to end stalemate
Stewart Madzayo says the Senate leadership and the Council of Governors are in talks to resolve a stalemate over concerns raised by county chiefs.
By Erick Abuga 1 month ago
Senate and Council of Governors hold talks to end stalemate
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Fistula, particularly in Kilifi County, has long been viewed as a curse in many local communities, forcing many victims to suffer in silence.
By Erick Abuga 1 month ago
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
At least fourteen former employees of the Italian Space Agency in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, have moved to court, accusing the agency of unfair termination of employment.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
PAA Secretary General Kazungu Tungule claimed that a section of UDA leaders were saboteurs of the coastal political unity and were behind the push to have the party dissolved.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
At least 900 learners in Kilifi County have benefited from Sh.8.5 million National Government Affirmative Action (NGAAF) scholarship as schools reopen.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
Man filmed assaulting woman during Kenya Kwanza rally arrested
Police in Kisii have arrested a man suspected to have assaulted a woman during a Kenya Kwanza rally in Kisii on Thursday after a viral video.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Man filmed assaulting woman during Kenya Kwanza rally arrested
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When MP moved to court to attach challenger's Sh8m assets
The court had ordered him to pay Bomachoge Chache MP Alfa Miruka, whose election victory he had challenged.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
When MP moved to court to attach challenger's Sh8m assets
Growing of traditional foods and leafy vegetables declining in Kisii
Medical experts recommend leafy vegetables for patients suffering from diabetes and those keen on avoiding lifestyle diseases.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Growing of traditional foods and leafy vegetables declining in Kisii
Kenya Power starts raid to curb rampant vandalism in Nyanza
In 2019, a Standard Four pupil died on the spot after he was electrocuted, two of his friends sustained serious injuries.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Kenya Power starts raid to curb rampant vandalism in Nyanza
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'Curse' that is dispossessing widows in Kisii
Many families are still living deep in tradition, denying widows the right to acquire, own, inherit and transfer land.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
'Curse' that is dispossessing widows in Kisii
Ongera: We'll agree on suitable ODM candidate
Leaders to hold talks on candidate to fly the ODM flag in the governor's race as Woman Rep Janet Ongera says the community needs credible leadership.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Ongera: We'll agree on suitable ODM candidate
Contractor assures residents of ‘unique’ Sh8.5b Kisii-Migori road
Daraja Mbili Expressway will have an interchange less than three kilometres from the Kisii-Migori junction underpass.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
 Contractor assures residents of ‘unique’ Sh8.5b Kisii-Migori road
Kisii woman rep calls for inclusion in political seats
Kisii and Nyamira have only had two women elected to the competitive seats other than the affirmative or special gender positions.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Kisii woman rep calls for inclusion in political seats
Maranda students asked to take drug test before reporting to school
Maranda High school students to present test certificate obtained from a public health facility.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Maranda students asked to take drug test before reporting to school
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I’m ready to face my rivals at the ballot, says William Ruto
The DP claimed that all the top presidential aspirants had held plum jobs in government with nothing to show for it.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
I’m ready to face my rivals at the ballot, says William Ruto
Fake KDF man storms police station, harasses officer on duty
The suspect allegedly assaulted a police officer he claimed was not dressed appropriately while manning the police desk.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Fake KDF man storms police station, harasses officer on duty
William Ruto wheelbarrow back to Kisii
The visit follows defections by local leaders to various political parties.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
William Ruto wheelbarrow back to Kisii
Families of four lynching victims now say their lives are in danger
Lawyer John Khaminwa says they have presented a list of more suspects to the police.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Families of four lynching victims now say their lives are in danger
Teenage mother has twins joined at the abdomen
A 19-year-old gave birth to conjoined twins in a private hospital in Kisii.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Teenage mother has twins joined at the abdomen
Raila heads to Kisii as Ongwae succession politics hots up
Raila's visit to the region comes at a time when some top party leaders from the region have been split over succession politics.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Raila heads to Kisii as Ongwae succession politics hots up
Maangi closes ranks with Ongwae as he bids to take over from him
Maangi and Ongwae fell out during their first term in office but the deputy governor made a U-turn in the lead up to the 2017 polls.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Maangi closes ranks with Ongwae as he bids to take over from him
Kisii University senate yet to decide fate of students sent home over fees protests
The Kisii University Senate is yet to decide whether to recall hundreds of second-year students sent home after they went on strike a month ago.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Kisii University senate yet to decide fate of students sent home over fees protests
Father's testimony against deceased son sets policeman free
The testimony of a father whose son was shot dead in a family dispute has seen a police officer walk to liberty.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Father's testimony against deceased son sets policeman free
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Land disputes, poverty to blame for senseless lynching of the elderly
Taskforce formed investigate lynching of four women over witchcraft claims as battle for land, bid to disinherit widows cited as reasons for killing.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Land disputes, poverty to blame for senseless lynching of the elderly
‘Witch burning’ is a crime and has nothing to do with culture
Witchcraft accusations continue to affect the welfare, health, life, and dignity of old people, particularly women.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
‘Witch burning’ is a crime and has nothing to do with culture
Researchers cite threat posed by Kisii dumpsite
An international journal published by Kisii University has raised a red flag on continued dumping of waste at Nyambera in Kisii town.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Researchers cite threat posed by Kisii dumpsite
Kisii witch hunt: Governor Ongwae forms task-force to investigate mythical beliefs
A week ago, four elderly women; Sindege Mayaka, 83, Jemima Mironga, 60, Sigara Onkware, 62, and Agnes Ototo, 57 were lynched in Bomokona village.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Kisii witch hunt: Governor Ongwae forms task-force to investigate mythical beliefs
Why Governor Ongwae and CS Matiang’i may determine Gusii region’s vote
Governor James Ongwae and Interior and Coordination Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i could likely shape Gusii region’s 2022 politics.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Why Governor Ongwae and CS Matiang’i may determine Gusii region’s vote
Officials launch UPA party, vow to work with other parties
Party chairman, Eliki Tom Musamali, said UPA aspires to strengthen the new era of national responsibility.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Officials launch UPA party, vow to work with other parties
Four grannies lynched over witchcraft claims
Police have arrested four suspects in connection with the lynching of the grannies.
By Erick Abuga 4 years ago
Four grannies lynched over witchcraft claims
Bahati men rally against femicide, alcohol abuse
Rift Valley
By Yvonne Chepkwony
33 mins ago
Cocktail bar: The monkey shoulder
Food
By Molly Chebet
33 mins ago
Experts push for a single fund to make learning free
Education
By Ndung’u Gachane
42 mins ago
Why simple questions turn into arguments in relationships
Relationships
By Esther Muchene
46 mins ago
JSS teachers' strike disrupts schooling
Education
By Juliet Omelo
52 mins ago
When the back-to-school glow fades and real life begins
Parenting
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
56 mins ago