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Death Row Inmates Could Be Free In New Changes To The Penal Code
KISUMU, 20th April 2026 –Thousands of inmates in Kenya’s heavily congested prisons could be released under proposed changes to the Penal Code. According to the Penal Code Amendment Bill 2026, Section 4 of the Penal Code should be amended to have life imprisonment substituted with thirty years in jail. This would mean that those who…
PS Omollo to Boda Boda Riders: Don’t Be Pawns of Political Violence Ahead of 2027 Elections
KISUMU, Kenya, 18th April 2026– With less than 15 months remaining until the next general election, the government is stepping up efforts to reinforce security and stem organised political violence. Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo has issued a strong caution to the boda boda fraternity against allowing politicians to manipulate them into causing unrest….
Nyong’o Vows Crackdown on Criminal Gangs as Kisumu Moves to Protect Trade, Investment and Tourism Reputation
KISUMU, Kenya, 13th April 2026 – Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o has assured residents that the lakeside county remains safe for trade and investment at local, regional, and international levels. He committed to dismantling all criminal gangs to ensure Kisumu retains its status as a preferred destination for tourism, conferences, and other economic activities. Nyong’o…
Opinion Polls:Fred Odumo Leads the Pack In the Latest Kisumu Senatorial Race
KISUMU COUNTY, 13th April 2026 –The race for the Kisumu Senate seat remains highly competitive despite an early lead by Fred Odumo, with a significant portion of voters yet to make up their minds, according to the latest Mizani Africa Insight survey. Odumo tops the field with 23.0 percent support, positioning himself as the frontrunner…
