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Kericho's secret mass grave horror

The government faces scrutiny after a suspected secret mass grave with mutilated bodies was discovered at Makaburini Cemetery in Kericho, prompting police investigations.

By Nikko Tanui 17 days ago

Suspected mass grave discovered in Kericho, multiple bodies found

Police launch investigations after a suspected mass grave with multiple bodies, some mutilated, discovered at Makaburini cemetery in Kericho County.

By Nikko Tanui 18 days ago

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Landmark court ruling that will reshape vetting for candidates in the 2027 election

Legal experts suggest that the decision could reshape vetting processes for candidates ahead of the 2027 general election.

By Nikko Tanui 18 days ago

One dead, four rescued as building collapses on workers in Kericho

One person has been confirmed dead and four construction workers rescued after a building under construction collapsed in Kericho, with rescue teams still combing the rubble for survivors.

By Nikko Tanui 22 days ago

Residents torch sugarcane plantation and tractor in grazing dispute

Angry residents of Muhoroni torched a tractor and a sugarcane plantation belonging to a local sugar company following a dispute over confiscated livestock.

By Nikko Tanui 23 days ago

Tea firms award scholarships to 20 bright students

Browns Plantations has awarded scholarships to 20 students for the 2026-2028 academic cycle.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

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Reprieve as standoff over 'Mama Shop' container at Chepseon market resolved

The dispute had arisen over concerns that the containers, dubbed "Mama Shops," might encroach on the road reserve.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Surgeons, cancer patients petition state to cover endoscopy under SHA

Dr Russ White, says that esophageal cancer is common among men and women in Kenya, yet the only definitive way to diagnose it is through endoscopy - a procedure not paid for by SHA.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Traditional mursik under scrutiny after family suffers food poisoning

What is often celebrated as a symbol of Kalenjin heritage and hospitality has once again come under public health scrutiny following a food poisoning incident in Chepseon.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Ten hospitalised after consuming suspected contaminated Mursik

Ten members of one family were hospitalised after consuming suspected contaminated sour milk, popularly known as mursik, in Chepseon area, Kericho County.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Mother and daughter die as fire razes house in Ainamoi

Kericho County Police Commander James Ngetich said the fire broke out at around 4:30 am and quickly spread through the timber house where the victims were sleeping.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Three killed in early morning house fire in Kericho

An elderly woman, her daughter, and a housemaid have died after their house in Kugerwet village, Kericho County, caught fire.

By Nikko Tanui 2 months ago

Death toll rises to six in Muhoroni-Londiani road accident

The death toll from a traffic accident at the Tunnel area near Fort Ternan trading centre along the Muhoroni-Londiani junction on the Kericho-Kisumu highway has risen to six.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Parents to pay Sh69m for Litein Boys riot damages, court rules

The legal battle began after school management imposed the mandatory fee to cover damages estimated at nearly Sh100 million.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Bar fight over barmaid leaves two dead in Kipkelion

The incident occurred after the suspect found the woman at a local bar in the company of his first victim, a 40-year-old man.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Three killed, four injured in early morning crash on Kericho-Nakuru Highway

Three people died on the spot while four others sustained serious injuries following road accident involving a Toyota Probox and a trailer.

By Nikko Tanui 3 months ago

Police bust illegal distillery in Kericho, seize machinery

Police in Kipsitet, Kericho County, have busted an illegal distillery at a residential home and seized machinery used in manufacturing counterfeit alcohol, and a vehicle used in the distribution.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Government bans 400 rogue overseas job recruitment agencies

The government has banned at least 400 rogue overseas job recruitment agencies implicated in scamming Kenyans or sending them to non-existent jobs abroad.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Leaders: Poll wins signal confidence in Ruto

Senator Cheruiyot said the wins demonstrated public confidence in the Kenya Kwanza administration.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

New Sh55m Sosiot Mother and Child Unit boosts maternal care in Belgut

For years, women in the area endured long distances, congested wards and inadequate facilities in their search for safe childbirth space.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Farmers want KTDA system scrapped

The farmers argue that the grading framework unfairly places western factories in lower categories, disadvantaging them at the Mombasa Tea Auction.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Tenwek heart survivor joins hospital team after life-saving surgeries

A nurse who survived two childhood open-heart surgeries at Tenwek Hospital has returned to the same facility to care for cardiac patients and inspire them with her story of healing and hope.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

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73-year-old man defies odds to earn Master's degree

He stood out as the only student in his class above the age of 40, completing the rigorous master's program alongside seven other classmates.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Sh30 million trauma centre opens at Londiani Hospital in memory of crash victims

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai, who attended the event, lauded the donors for their humanitarian gesture.

By Nikko Tanui 4 months ago

Floods: Government to roll out public awareness campaign

Environment CS Deborah Baraza said the campaign aims to sensitise residents on climate change adaptation and disaster preparedness.

By Nikko Tanui 5 months ago

Low tea bonuses spell doom to South Rift residents

The dismal payouts have left many farmers disillusioned, with some abandoning the crop altogether in search of more profitable ventures.

By Nikko Tanui 5 months ago

Court slashes Litein High arson costs from Sh49,000 to Sh10,000

CS Ogamba insisted that the responsibility squarely lies with parents and the school's management.

By Nikko Tanui 5 months ago

KNEC rolls out smart padlocks to secure national exams

The CS also announced a strict policy banning the use of mobile phones at all KCSE examination centres.

By Nikko Tanui 5 months ago

Judiciary to launch alternative justice system in Kericho

The Judiciary is preparing to launch the Alternative Justice System framework in Kericho County as part of efforts to reduce the backlog of cases.

By Nikko Tanui 5 months ago

Cheruiyot faults KTDA over Sh1b tea power funds

Cheruiyot alleged that the funds were diverted to finance other hydropower schemes benefiting factories in the eastern Rift, forcing western tea processors to pay higher electricity costs.

By Nikko Tanui 5 months ago

Union wants teachers withdrawn from Litein High School over riots

A teachers' union is calling for its members to withdraw from Litein High School in Kericho County following the recent student unrest.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

Kericho lands official arrested for demanding Sh210,000 to process title deeds

The EACC reported that Mutai was arrested after he received the money, following weeks of surveillance and public complaints.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

Kericho leaders target student arson with caning, transfer limits

Kericho KUPPET Executive Secretary Mary Rotich condemned the students' strike, deeming it a serious case of indiscipline.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

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Kericho Governor Mutai's troubles mount as Magerer quits cabinet

The dramatic resignation of Magerer Langat as Kericho County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture has caused a new crisis in Governor Erick Mutai's administration

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

Kericho agriculture CEC Magerer Langat resigns

Kericho Agriculture CEC Magerer Langat resigns hours before his impeachment hearing by investigating Committee, terms probe unconstitutional and a predetermined process.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

Kericho teen hacks three family members to death, lynched by villagers

The police boss added that officers were already pursuing the suspect before the killings and are now piecing together events that led to the bloodbath.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

Residents lynch two suspected motorcycle thieves, torch vehicle

mob lynched two suspected motorcycle thieves and set their vehicle ablaze in Kaitui on the Kericho-Kipsitet road.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

Tea Workers in Kericho, Bomet and Nandi reject Browns Tea Plantation outsourcing plans

The workers accused the Sri Lanka-based multinational of orchestrating a backdoor retrenchment scheme designed to weaken the rights of unionized tea workers.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

Litein Boys High School students to remain in custody for seven days

Kericho Principal Magistrate Fredrick Nyakundi has allowed police to detain eight Litein High School students for seven days to complete investigations into the arson incident at the institution.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago

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PHOTOS: Night of terror that left Litein boys under massive destruction

The students overpowered school security and destroyed classrooms, property vandalised, and one of the school's buildings set ablaze.

By Nikko Tanui 6 months ago