Commissioner in trouble for ‘endorsing’ Jubilee at fete
Meru Governor Peter Munya misses Madaraka Day celebrations after venue was switched and claims there are plans of rigging him out.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Commissioner in trouble for ‘endorsing’ Jubilee at fete
Bed-wetting sensor draws interest at fair
They say necessity is the mother of invention and two high school students have proved this to be true.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Bed-wetting sensor draws interest at fair
West Pokot farmers protest crocodile attacks against their livestock
The farmers from North Pokot said the crocodiles swam in overflowing water from rivers Turkwel and Suam during the heavy rains and found their way into dams and shallow wells, used to preserve water for use during dry spells, where they attacked the animals.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
West Pokot farmers protest crocodile attacks against their livestock
County sets up plant clinics to address crop diseases and pests
The County Government of Trans Nzoia has established ten plant clinics to help in the fight against pests and diseases.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
County sets up plant clinics to address crop diseases and pests
Nurses in Trans Nzoia call off 44-day strike after signing deal
The medics signed an agreement with the County Health Department, terminating the 44-day strike that had grounded services in public health facilities across the county.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Nurses in Trans Nzoia call off 44-day strike after signing deal
Farmers want easy access to seeds and fertilisers
Maize farmers in the North Rift have called for the decentralisation of fertiliser and seed distribution depots.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Farmers want easy access to seeds and fertilisers
Khaemba denies ditching Ford Kenya for ANC
Trans Nzoia Governor Patrick Khaemba has refuted reports that he has defected to Amani National Congress (ANC).
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Khaemba denies ditching Ford Kenya for ANC
Vegetable shortage hits North Rift markets
A shortage of fruits and vegetables has hit most markets in the North Rift region with the semi-arid West Pokot County most affected as a prolonged dry spell deprives growth of crops in the region.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Vegetable shortage hits North Rift markets
CS Matiang'i warn Principals on shopping directive for parents
Education Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has directed school heads to desist from compelling parents to buy school items from specific outlets.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
CS Matiang'i warn Principals on shopping directive for parents
Stepmother burns 10 year old girl for stealing Sh1000 in Kitale
A Standard five pupil is nursing severe burns at the Mt Elgon Hospital in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County after she was assaulted by her stepmother.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Stepmother burns 10 year old girl for stealing Sh1000 in Kitale
Stray elephant tramples 49-year-old man to death
A stray elephant trampled a 49-year-old man to death in Lomut village, sparking protests in the area.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Stray elephant tramples 49-year-old man to death
North Rift tourism boosted by launch of daily flights to Kitale.
The tourism sector in the North Rift region has received a major boost following the launch of direct daily passenger economy class flights between Kitale and Nairobi.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
North Rift tourism boosted by launch of daily flights to Kitale.
Grain farmers told to buy new storage bags that cost Sh200
Farmers have been urged to buy the newly launched grain storage bags that are affordable and efficient.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Grain farmers told to buy new storage bags that cost Sh200
Mixed reactions to devolution torch
The devolution torch has sparked mixed reactions in Western and North Rift counties.
By Wilberforce Netya 7 years ago
Mixed reactions to devolution torch
Traders bank on beans as weather affects other cereals in Trans Nzoia
Dealers in cereals in Trans Nzoia County are expected to cash in from the sale of beans which is in high demand this season following low production.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Traders bank on beans as weather affects other cereals in Trans Nzoia
Trans Nzoia two-month amnesty for surrender of weapons
Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitale, Gakuria said those in possession of such weapons have until December to surrender.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Trans Nzoia two-month amnesty for surrender of weapons
Eseli warns Ford Kenya leaders against infighting
Ford Kenya Secretary General Eseli Simiyu has cautioned against infighting between the county leaders, saying it is detrimental to the party’s development agenda.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Eseli warns Ford Kenya leaders against infighting
CORD is more united than ever, Raila declares
CORD leaders Raila Odinga and Moses Wetangula attended a function together and assured Opposition supporters that the coalition was more united than ever.
By Wilberforce Netya and Irissheel Shanzu 8 years ago
CORD is more united than ever, Raila declares
KANU fights to keep its space in West Pokot county
KANU has stepped up efforts to maintain political supremacy in West Pokot County after some elected leaders ditched it recently for the newly formed Jubilee Party and its continued forays in the region.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
KANU fights to keep its space in West Pokot county
Farmers decry poor state of feeder roads
Farmers have raised concerns about the poor state of roads as they prepare for the maize harvest. Heavy rains in the region have rendered most feeder roads impassable.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Farmers decry poor state of feeder roads
Bukusu elders now reject negotiated democracy
Some Bukusu elders have dismissed any chances of entering into negotiated democracy prior to the 2017 General Election. The elders said such agreements had failed miserably in the past.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Bukusu elders now reject negotiated democracy
County to pay fees for polytechnic's first students
At least 20 students enrolled at the newly established Sango Polytechnic in Trans Nzoia County will have their one-year school fees paid for.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
County to pay fees for polytechnic's first students
Teacher and two students held over arson
The teacher was arrested for allegedly inciting students of St Teresa Girls Bikeke in Kitale to burn three dormitories over delayed breakfast.
By Osinde Obare and Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Teacher and two students held over arson
Leaders to sue UK over ‘Dini ya Roho Mafuta Pole ya Africa’ massacre
North Rift leaders have threatened to sue Britain for historical injustices meted out on members of a denomination during the colonial era.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Leaders to sue UK over ‘Dini ya Roho Mafuta Pole ya Africa’ massacre
County partners with Safaricom to boost services
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
County partners with Safaricom to boost services
Farmers in North Rift worried over poor rainfall
Most maize fields within Kaplamai, Kachibora, Kesogon, parts of Kwanza sub-county, Makutano area in Trans Nzoia and West Pokot counties had wilted as the scorching sun persists.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
 Farmers in North Rift worried over poor rainfall
Maize farmers in North rift stare at loses due to erratic weather
Maize farmers in the North Rift region have expressed fears of running into heavy losses this season due to poor rains causing crops to wilt.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Maize farmers in North rift stare at loses due to erratic weather
Std 5 girl killed, scores displaced by floods in Migori
The pupil, identified as Maureen Akinyi, was swept away by the raging waters on her way home from Nyoroa Primary School on Tuesday.
By Scophine Otieno and Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Std 5 girl killed, scores displaced by floods in Migori
State House choir mourns Mama Lucy Kibaki
State House Music Director June Ogolla, who received news on the passing on of Mrs Kibaki from President Uhuru Kenyatta on Tuesday morning, described her as a tough mother who nurtured many.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
State House choir mourns Mama Lucy Kibaki
Governor decries lack of land to expand town
Trans Nzoia Governor Patrick Khaemba has raised concern over lack of land for the expansion of Kitale town.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Governor decries lack of land to expand town
Maize production rises by 1.7m bags
The introduction of lime-treated mavuno fertilisers has led to an increase in maize yields by 1.7 million bags.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Maize production rises by 1.7m bags
St Joseph's Boys and St Brigid's Girls shine
St Joseph's Boys and St Brigid’s Girls High were the top schools in the county in last year’s national exams.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
St Joseph's Boys and St Brigid's Girls shine
Brace for poor rainfall this year, met official warns Trans Nzoia farmers
Farmers in Trans Nzoia County have been asked to prepare for below average rainfall in the March-April-May planting season.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Brace for poor rainfall this year, met official warns Trans Nzoia farmers
Kongelai residents ask KWS to fence Nasolot game reserve
Residents of Kongelai want the Nasolot Game Reserve fenced to reduce human-wildlife conflict.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Kongelai residents ask KWS to fence Nasolot game reserve
Ford Kenya goes digital in bid to enlist members
Ford Kenya (FK) has rolled out an electronic registration system for its members.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Ford Kenya goes digital in bid to enlist members
CORD plans to sue President Uhuru and his deputy over Eurobond cash
The Coalition for Reforms and Democracy (CORD) is advancing plans to sue President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto over the Eurobond saga.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
CORD plans to sue President Uhuru and his deputy over Eurobond cash
Trans Nzoia County allocates Sh42.5m for titles, dispensary
The county has earmarked Sh42.5 million to facilitate the processing and acquisition of title deeds for residents.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Trans Nzoia County allocates Sh42.5m for titles, dispensary
Facing Mt Mutelo; Pokot elders pray for peace
A section of Pokot elders took time in the eve of New Year to pray for the nation while facing the regarded Mt Mutelo.
By Wilberforce Netya 8 years ago
Facing Mt Mutelo; Pokot elders pray for peace
Family of Strathmore security drill victim seeks compensation
Kidambi, a retired primary school teacher, said his daughter had assumed responsibilities of supporting the family since his pension was meagre.
By Wilberforce Netya and Brigid Chemweno 8 years ago
Family of Strathmore security drill victim seeks compensation
Salaries Commission alarmed by duplication of roles at county level
The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) has advised county governments to recruit optimum number of employees that will give efficient service delivery rather than have more staff performing similar duties.
By Wilberforce Netya 9 years ago
Salaries Commission alarmed by duplication of roles at county level
KRA goes after nil tax filers and visitors in fresh crackdown
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