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Benard Lusigi

Kakamega county, ABDP inject Sh500m in fish farming project

The Aquaculture Business Development Programme and the Kakamega county government have invested more than 500 million in fish farming project to boost food security.

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Kakamega county, ABDP inject Sh500m in fish farming project

Busia, UN-Habitat sign upgrading deal

Busia, UN-Habitat sign upgrading deal

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

Mother seeks justice for son lynched by mob

Mother seeks justice for son lynched by mob

By Benard Lusigi 1 month ago

ODM, UDA leaders gang up against Gachagua

ODM, UDA leaders gang up against Gachagua

By Olivia Odhiambo and Benard Lusigi 2 months ago

Governor Barasa to Gachagua: Stop playing tribal politics

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has hit out at Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for what he termed as disrespect to the president and solely focusing on Mt Kenya region politics.

By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago

Governor Barasa to Gachagua: Stop playing tribal politics

ODM wrangles continue to rock county assembly

Fresh wrangles have emerged after the party organs insisted on change of leadership of the majority side directing Speaker James Namatsi to effect the changes.

By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago

ODM wrangles continue to rock county assembly

Western MPs blame Masengeli's woes on succession battle

A section of Western leaders have claimed that there is a well-choreographed scheme to block acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli from taking over as the substantive police boss.

By Benard Lusigi and Juliet Omelo 2 months ago

Western MPs blame Masengeli's woes on succession battle

UASU issues seven-day strike notice over unimplemented CBA

Wasonga on Wednesday said the 30,000 university employees shall withdraw their labour from September 18, 2024, over the failure of universities to factor in salary increases since 2021.

By Benard Lusigi and Lewis Nyaundi 2 months ago

UASU issues seven-day strike notice over unimplemented CBA

Barasa urges state to expedite appeals for varsity funding model

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has called on the Ministry of Education to fast track appeals for the new university funding model.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Barasa urges state to expedite appeals for varsity funding model

Western politicians want Education CS, PS summoned over school fire tragedy

Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya called on security agencies to conduct thorough investigations into the incident and ensure those culpable are brought to book.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 2 months ago

Western politicians want Education CS, PS summoned over school fire tragedy

Four relatives, bride killed in road crash after dowry talks

An oil tanker that was overtaking a tractor rammed into the car leaving two survivors in critical condition.

By Benard Lusigi 2 months ago

Four relatives, bride killed in road crash after dowry talks

Ruto steps up plans to salvage sections of rejected Finance Bill

President William Ruto says the laws in the draft that was withdrawn in June following anti-government protests will unlock funds for development projects.

By Benard Lusigi and Jackline Inyani 3 months ago

Ruto steps up plans to salvage sections of rejected Finance Bill

Ruto's Kakamega tour a mockery, cane farmers say

Last week, farmers accused the Agricultural Food Authority (AFA) of colluding with cartels following a drop in the price of a tonne of cane from Sh5,100 to Sh4,950.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Ruto's Kakamega tour a mockery, cane farmers say

Government defends new university funding model

Ministry of Education refutes claims of increasing university fees for various programs.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Government defends new university funding model

Fear intensifies as 'Jeshi Jinga' gang terrorises Butere residents

The emergence of the Jeshi Jinga gang in Butere constituency has sent shivers to villagers and has forced some of them even to seek refuge in police stations at night.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Fear intensifies as 'Jeshi Jinga' gang terrorises Butere residents

Kalonzo under fire for opposing Ruto-Raila pact

A section of Western leaders have censured Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka for opposing the broad-based government.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Kalonzo under fire for opposing Ruto-Raila pact

Farmers accuse AFA of colluding with cartels as cane prices drop

Farmers claim low prices aimed at pushing them out to pave way for sugar importation. Millers will now pay farmers Sh4,950 per tonne of cane delivered.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Farmers accuse AFA of colluding with cartels as cane prices drop

Busia county signs MoU to combat GBV, teenage pregnancy

Busia county has signed an MoU with a Collaborative Centre for Gender for Development, a social organisation, in the fight against gender-based violence, and teenage pregnancy.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Busia county signs MoU to combat GBV, teenage pregnancy

Governor Barasa distributes 768 pond liners worth Sh33million to boost fish farming

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa distributes 768 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pond liners worth Sh33 million at Lutonyi Fish Factory in Lurambi Constituency.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Governor Barasa distributes 768 pond liners worth Sh33million to boost fish farming

Kakamega county signs MoU to operationalise Sh1.2 billion fertiliser plant

During the signing of the agreement, Governor Fernandes Barasa said the partnership is aimed at addressing sustainable waste management.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Kakamega county signs MoU to operationalise Sh1.2 billion fertiliser plant

Savula accuses Malala, Natembeya of sowing discord in Western

Savula said that some politicians are unhappy with the nomination of ODM leaders to Cabinet.

By Nathan Ochunge and Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Savula accuses Malala, Natembeya of sowing discord in Western

Mulembe people's assembly flops as key leaders give it a wide berth

Most local leaders missed the meeting meant to chart the way forward for the community with young politicians expressing disillusionment over Cabinet appointments.

By Nathan Ochunge and Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Mulembe people's assembly flops as key leaders give it a wide berth

Clinical officers demand payment of internship arrears

KUCO has called on the Health Cabinet Secretary nominee to address the four months of unpaid arrears for 1,267 interns and streamline the internship program.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Clinical officers demand payment of internship arrears

Women, youths and PWDs benefit from Sh50 million grant

The social protection grants programme will benefit 120 groups of PWDs, 240 youth groups, and 540 women groups from across the county.

By Benard Lusigi 3 months ago

Women, youths and PWDs benefit from Sh50 million grant

Kakamega Kenya Kwanza MCAs vow to block ODM bid to oust Speaker

The Kenya Kwanza MCAs said the plot to impeach the Speaker is political witch-hunt since no grounds have been tabled so far to justify the decision.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 3 months ago

Kakamega Kenya Kwanza MCAs vow to block ODM bid to oust Speaker

Rift widens in Azimio as Savula says ODM free to join Ruto's government

Kakamega deputy governor Ayub Savula has said ODM leader Raila Odinga is free to join President William Ruto to form government of national unity.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Rift widens in Azimio as Savula says ODM free to join Ruto's government

Kakamega water firm allocates Sh20 million for smart metres to curb losses

The Kakamega County Water and Sanitation Company (KACWASCO) board has approved a Sh20 million budget to purchase smart water metres to curb water loss and enhance supply.

By Benard Lusigi 4 months ago

Kakamega water firm allocates Sh20 million for smart metres to curb losses

Raila wants Kindiki prosecuted over killing of protestors

Raila Odinga has demanded the prosecution of former Interior CS Kithure Kindiki, former IG of Police Japheth Koome, and Nairobi regional police boss Adamson Bungei.

By Benard Lusigi 4 months ago

Raila wants Kindiki prosecuted over killing of protestors

Sharp split in Azimio over talks with Ruto

ODM's Raila Odinga remains isolated in his stance.

By Robert Amalemba and Benard Lusigi 4 months ago

Sharp split in Azimio over talks with Ruto

Fear of human trafficking ring as pastor arrested with human limb

Fears of human trafficking have rocked the Western region as locals were left reeling after a pastor was arrested with human body parts in his Toyota Premio at Masikhu market.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Fear of human trafficking ring as pastor arrested with human limb

Governors protest delay by CoB to approve counties requisitions

Despite the national government disbursing the funds, counties are yet to utilise the same due to bureaucracy.

By Benard Lusigi 4 months ago

Governors protest delay by CoB to approve counties requisitions

Barasa unveils Sh80 million maternal health initiative

Expectant women are set to benefit from the Sh80 million Kakamega County Imarisha Mama na Mtoto project dubbed 'Barasa Care'.

By Benard Lusigi and Jackline Inyanji 4 months ago

Barasa unveils Sh80 million maternal health initiative

Malaba residents face eviction from public land, road reserves

The directive comes in light of plans to widen the Malaba-Bungoma highway into a dual carriageway and to reorganise Malaba town.

By Benard Lusigi 4 months ago

Malaba residents face eviction from public land, road reserves

Survivors: We've no regrets over protests

Students say their peers were fighting for their welfare.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Survivors: We've no regrets over protests

Governor Barasa condemns police brutality on peaceful protesters

Governor Fernandes Barasa has waived the hospital bills for six victims of anti-Finance Bill protests on Tuesday in Kakamega town.

By Benard Lusigi 4 months ago

Governor Barasa condemns police brutality on peaceful protesters

Governors seek Ifmis extension to absorb Sh67b

The Treasury owes devolved units funds for April, May, and June, yet the financial year ends this weekend on June June 30.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 4 months ago

Governors seek Ifmis extension to absorb Sh67b

How unique tactics helped curb police brutality during Gen Z protests

Techies have established leads, revealing the possible identity of the officer captured firing directly at unarmed anti-Finance Bill protesters

By Benard Lusigi, Brian Otieno 4 months ago

How unique tactics helped curb police brutality during Gen Z protests

Resign or respect your boss, Azimio leaders from Western tell DP Gachagua

A section of Azimio leaders from the Western region have challenged Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to respect his boss President William Ruto or resign.

By Benard Lusigi 5 months ago

Resign or respect your boss, Azimio leaders from Western tell DP Gachagua

Governor Barasa calls for more funds to revive the sugar sector, welcomes Sh1.9b to sector

Kakamega Governor Barasa has welcomed the allocation of Sh1.7 billion by the national government towards the sugar sub-sector.

By Benard Lusigi 5 months ago

Governor Barasa calls for more funds to revive the sugar sector, welcomes Sh1.9b to sector

Barasa surrenders stalled hospital, Bukhungu stadium to state

Governor Fernandes Barasa's administration has surrendered Bukhungu Stadium and Kakamega County Teaching and Referral Hospital to the state.

By Benard Lusigi 5 months ago

Barasa surrenders stalled hospital, Bukhungu stadium to state

Kakamega budget proposed estimates 'a comedy of errors'

Residents and civil societies flagged numerous errors and duplications during public participation on the document.

By Nathan Ochunge and Benard Lusigi 5 months ago

Kakamega budget proposed estimates 'a comedy of errors'

Kakamega County intensifies malaria vaccination, mosquito nets distribution

300,000 mosquito nets are being distributed across the county with two people per household expected to get the treated nets that repel mosquitoes.

By Benard Lusigi 5 months ago

Kakamega County intensifies malaria vaccination, mosquito nets distribution

Sugarcane farmers urge Ruto to settle factory debt

Sugarcane farmers in Western Kenya have asked President William Ruto to settle debts owed by state mills to farmers and workers before he can talk about their bonuses.

By Benard Lusigi 5 months ago

Sugarcane farmers urge Ruto to settle factory debt

Kakamega school closed due to lack of toilets

Roselyn Makokha, the school head teacher told journalists that all 1, 000 pupils including ECDE learners were sent home due to safety concerns in the school.

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza 5 months ago

Kakamega school closed due to lack of toilets

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