We'll not give out blue gum seedlings, says PS
Many people grow eucalyptus trees, also known as blue gum trees, to make money and not for conservation.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
We'll not give out blue gum seedlings, says PS
MP Zaheer to sponsor 600 boda boda operators for job opportunities Qatar
Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda plans to sponsor 600 youth from his constituency for biker operators - 'Boda Boda' job opportunities in Qatar.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
MP Zaheer to sponsor 600 boda boda operators for job opportunities Qatar
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Maigo had premonition he would die after promotion, family says
Maigo's body was on September 15, 2023, discovered in a pool of blood in his bedroom bearing 25 stab wounds. Two kitchen knives preserved as evidence were recovered from the scene.
By Erick Abuga and Kamore Maina 5 months ago
Maigo had premonition he would die after promotion, family says
KMPDU decries delayed salaries for doctors by counties
In Kisii, doctors will have to wait longer after Governor Simba Arati froze employment and promotions for 18 months.
By Erick Abuga 6 months ago
KMPDU decries delayed salaries for doctors by counties
Government decommissions decades-old Suneka airstrip
Leaders in Kisii have been pushing for the rehabilitation of the airstrip that has been in operation for four decades to enable cargo and passenger airlines to begin plying the region.
By Erick Abuga 7 months ago
Government decommissions decades-old Suneka airstrip
UDA makes strides in Kisii as Ruto eyes former Raila allies
The entry of Raila's allies in Kenya Kwanza has unsettled some leaders as political realignments take shape after the last General Election.
By Erick Abuga 7 months ago
UDA makes strides in Kisii as Ruto eyes former Raila allies
10-year varsity's growth as pioneer Kisii University VC retires
Prof Akama retired from the university having successfully negotiated for the establishment of a 1,000-bed capacity multibillion Health Hub in Kisii.
By Erick Abuga 7 months ago
10-year varsity's growth as pioneer Kisii University VC retires
Family in agony after St Charles Lwanga Inchuni Girls student goes missing
It is not exactly clear what time the Form Three student left the school, or the circumstances under which she left.
By Erick Abuga 8 months ago
Family in agony after St Charles Lwanga Inchuni Girls student goes missing
Kisii University founding VC Akama exits after 10-year stint
Prof Joseph Mailutha takes over as VC in an acting capacity.
By Erick Abuga 9 months ago
Kisii University founding VC Akama exits after 10-year stint
Ringa Boys: 30 students with flu-like symptoms sent home
Some parents were called by the school management to pick up their sons late last week and early this week for further medical attention.
By Erick Abuga and James Omoro 9 months ago
Ringa Boys: 30 students with flu-like symptoms sent home
Bobasi residents protest against poor state of road, blame leaders
The locals claim that the Igare-Mochengo-Nyachki road was designated for tarmacking over 10 years ago, but they allege that the project was redirected to the neighboring ward.
By Erick Abuga 9 months ago
Bobasi residents protest against poor state of road, blame leaders
Families turn ancestral farming land in Kisii into trading centres
Private developers move deep into villages to build rental houses as demand rises. This has put parents and their children at loggerheads in some families as they demand their share.
By Erick Abuga 10 months ago
Families turn ancestral farming land in Kisii into trading centres
Family in search of 11 members believed to have joined Makenzi
Joseph Ntabo and Richard Ntabo and all their family members sold all they had, quit their well-paying jobs, and travelled to Kilifi to join pastor Makenzi's Good News International Church.
By Erick Abuga 10 months ago
Family in search of 11 members believed to have joined Makenzi
Suspect likely be surcharged Sh3.3 million for personation
Okombo, alias Daudi Ochoi Magero is alleged to have fraudulently secured a job at the TSC using academic certificates Daudi Ochoi Magero alias Duncan Ochoi Magero.
By Erick Abuga 11 months ago
Suspect likely be surcharged Sh3.3 million for personation
Did woman who died in delivery room have premonition on her death?
I don't want my Mother to break down in tears in front of cameras, denying any of my past behaviour and character while I was alive. I would wish to take full responsibility
By Erick Abuga 11 months ago
Did woman who died in delivery room have premonition on her death?
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Two murder suspects in a love affair that turned sour held in investigation
The court has allowed the police to detain two suspects over the murder of a Nyamira-based secondary school deputy principal.
By Erick Abuga 11 months ago
Two murder suspects in a love affair that turned sour held in investigation
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Puzzle of junior employee's Sh25m salary raises queries
March payslip showed the staff at Ekerenyo Market was paid Sh25,018,852 in special allowance. Human Resource Director termed the pay an error, but some staff blame incompetence and corruption.
By Erick Abuga 11 months ago
Puzzle of junior employee's Sh25m salary raises queries
Ruto to launch digital lab in 3-day tour of Gusii region
President Ruto will visit Nyamira County on Thursday, March 23, Kisii on Friday, and Kuria on Saturday.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Ruto to launch digital lab in 3-day tour of Gusii region
Baby Sagini accuses grandmother of gouging out his eyes
Baby Sagini said his grandmother Rael Nyakerario could have been among the people who gouged his eyes using hands and other weapons.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Baby Sagini accuses grandmother of gouging out his eyes
Archbishop Ole Sapit rules out debate on LGBTQ
Ole Sapit said the church has a mission to change the perception that the country is ready for LGTBQ. "We have our cultures and norms to safeguard," he said.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Archbishop Ole Sapit rules out debate on LGBTQ
Education CS calls for increased student uptake in key ICT courses
CS Machogu said the country has achieved notable success with start-ups that have grown to create employment opportunities for Kenyans.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Education CS calls for increased student uptake in key ICT courses
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Why Fred Matiang'i's rise to power in Gusiiland is facing uncertainty
The former CS was seen as the best candidate to fill the late Nyachae's shoes but he is currently battling several controversies with President William Ruto's administration.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Why Fred Matiang'i's rise to power in Gusiiland is facing uncertainty
State to build 8,000 laboratories in Junior Secondary Schools
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu said the laboratories will cost the Government Sh 10 billion and cover at least 40 per cent of what is required.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
State to build 8,000 laboratories in Junior Secondary Schools
Senator Nyamu faces disciplinary team over Dubai debacle
Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu will appear before the United Democratic Alliance Disciplinary Committee today over her alleged 'shameful' conduct.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Senator Nyamu faces disciplinary team over Dubai debacle
Cost of managu hits Sh8,000 per sack as drought persists in Kisii
Managu is in the family of several species of vegetables known as African nightshades that are popular in Kenya and commonly consumed as leafy vegetables and herbs.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Cost of managu hits Sh8,000 per sack as drought persists in Kisii
Four in hospital as UDA and ODM youths clash
Four boda boda riders were admitted to the Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital. A police officer in riot gear was also pelted with a stone, sustaining minor injuries.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Four in hospital as UDA and ODM youths clash
MP seeks probe into 'missing' Sh17 million meant for road
In the financial year 2021/2022, the MP says a total of Sh17.5 million was allocated for the road after KERRA advertised it for opening, grading and gravelling together with culverts.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
MP seeks probe into 'missing' Sh17 million meant for road
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Keep off Matiang'i, Azimio tells Ruto
Opposition leaders fault raid on former CS' home, saying there was mischief in it. Raila brigade accuses Ruto and his team of failing to address high cost of living
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Keep off Matiang'i, Azimio tells Ruto
Azimio postpones meeting as leaders call for tolerance
Former Governor James Ongwae said the region should not be seen as rebellious to the Kenya Kwanza administration.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Azimio postpones meeting as leaders call for tolerance
Court drops attempted murder charges against three
The court issued the orders, arguing that it was for the interest of the minor and the affected family members.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Court drops attempted murder charges against three
TSC suspends five teachers over pupil's viral indecent act video
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has interdicted five teachers from Itumbe DOK in Kisii county over a video showing pupils engaging in an indecent act.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
TSC suspends five teachers over pupil's viral indecent act video
Ward rep loses seat in petition, vows to challenge ruling
Keroka Law Courts Magistrate Bethuel Kimutai said there were no counter folds in some ballot boxes used in the August 9 election.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Ward rep loses seat in petition, vows to challenge ruling
Murder suspect detained for 14 days pending investigations
The suspect appeared in court even as the region continues to experience an increasing number of murder cases.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Murder suspect detained for 14 days pending investigations
Governor Arati yet to release staff audit report
Simba Arati is yet to release a staff headcount report for the 5,900 staff, more than a month after he launched the exercise.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Governor Arati yet to release staff audit report
Will CS Eliud Owalo's overtures soften Nyanza's heart for Ruto?
The CS has been traversing the larger Luo Nyanza region, distributing relief food, meeting with sections of local leaders and launching free internet connectivity in major towns.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Will CS Eliud Owalo's overtures soften Nyanza's heart for Ruto?
Youth in Kisii begin tree planting project, performing arts to stop drug abuse
Kisii has been one of the most affected areas by drug and substance abuse, particularly among young people.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Youth in Kisii begin tree planting project, performing arts to stop drug abuse
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Blinded: Family feud dims baby Sagini's future
Three-year-old Baby Sagini was found dumped at his family's banana plantation on Thursday with his face covered with blood after being kidnapped on Wednesday evening.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Blinded: Family feud dims baby Sagini's future
No arrests yet in case of 3-year-old boy whose eyes were gouged out
No arrest has been made so far even as police officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations camp the area to find out what could have led to such an inhumane act.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
No arrests yet in case of 3-year-old boy whose eyes were gouged out
Pain for farmers as potato factory's doors remain shut
Migori County's Sh117m Getong'anya sweet potato processing factory's gates have remained closed since it was launched in March.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Pain for farmers as potato factory's doors remain shut
Teachers in new demand for 60 per cent pay rise
Oyuu said KNUT will use the conference to also discuss and deliberate on the employment of more teachers to cushion and curb teacher shortage in the country.
By Erick Abuga 1 year ago
Teachers in new demand for 60 per cent pay rise
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