Kenya Rolls Out New Education System in 2026 Students to Choose STEM, Social Sciences, or Arts & Sports Paths MAMA NGINA HIGH, Mombasa July 15 –Kenya is set for a major education overhaul as the Competency-Based Education (CBE)system introduces Grade 10 in January 2026. Parents are now urged to guide their children in selecting Senior…
CITY HALL, Kisumu July 14– It’s all systems go as the lakeside city of Kisumu is poised to host the upcoming Business Ecosystem Summit (BES) 2025, scheduled to take place on August 6-8, 2025, at the Ciala Resort. Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, Dr. Mathew Owili, Deputy Governor of Kisumu County, highlighted the…
The condemnation of the “We are all Kikuyus” hashtag by some residents of Kisumu highlights Kenya’s ongoing struggles with ethnic tensions and political rhetoric. The hashtag, which may have been intended as a message of unity, has instead been perceived by critics as provocative. KISUMU, Kenya July 9 –A section of youths in Kisumu has…
CITY HALL, Kisumu July 9-Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o today welcomed Ambassador Marc Dillard, the outgoing U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, who paid a courtesy call at City Hall as he prepares to conclude his tour of duty in Kenya. During the meeting, Governor Nyong’o reaffirmed Kisumu’s commitment to ongoing collaboration with the U.S. Embassy, noting the valuable support…
KNCHR Reports 10 Dead, 37 Arrests as Saba Saba Protests Turn Violent; Police Accused of Defying Court Order NAIROBI, Kenya,July 7 –The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR has documented 10 fatalities, 29 injuries, 2 abductions, and 37 arrests across 17 counties. In a statement issued Monday, KNCHR says that the nationwide kimbikimbis (demonstrations)…
Kisumu Residents Voice Chairman Calls for Peaceful Commemoration, Warns Against Violence KISUMU, Kenya July 7 -As Kenya marks the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba, the historic 1990 pro-democracy uprising, human rights defender and Chairman of Kisumu Residents Voice, Mr Audi Ogada, has called for peaceful observance of the day through church service prayers, remembrance, and…
KISUMU, Kenya, June 29 -Uniformed services from Kisumu and Siaya Counties convened on Saturday for the annual National Thanksgiving and Prayer Service at St. Theresa Catholic Cathedral in Kibuye. The event united commanders and officers from various security agencies, including the Kenya Police, DCI, Administration Police, Kenya Prison, Kenya Wildlife Service, National Youth Service, and the…
KONDELE, Kisumu –A nonprofit organisation has partnered with the national police service in the Nyanza region to provide the required logistics for victims of gender based violence and child abuse. For a start Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) donated assorted items for use in safe houses. The same were given out at the Kondele police…
KISUMU, Kenya– The Nyanza Regional Security Commander, Evelyne Gisiri, has affirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring safety and stability in the region. While advocating for peace and unity, Gisiri noted that: “A secure environment attracts investment and creates opportunities for our people.” She spoke during a meeting of top security chiefs and key stakeholders, which…
KISUMU, Kenya– As road fatalities surge nationwide, hundreds of Public Service Vehicle (PSV) and school drivers from eight counties underwent free medical assessments and vehicle inspections recently. Christened ‘NikoFit2Drive’, drivers’ physical and mental fitness to curb road accidents and safeguard passengers, especially schoolchildren. Counties represented included Kisumu, Migori, Siaya, Kisii, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kericho, and Homabay. The…