The transition of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) to a national corporation received a significant boost with the official unveiling of a Sh129 million ultra-modern kitchen. The 1st Phase upgrade is a transformative investment by the Russian government through a partnership between UNDP and Kenya. To enhance the provision of nutritious meals…
Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were is dead. He was slain by an assassin riding on a motorbike along Ngong Road in Nairobi city yesterday evening. His death was confirmed by Interior PS Dr Raymond Omollo. Hon Og’ondo died on the spot as his driver survived the attack. Dr Omollo led a team of detectives comprising…
The government has set plans to expand Kisumu International Airport in a bid to meet its international aviation standards. The initiative is aimed at robustly boosting connectivity, supporting the tourism circuit, and enhancing economic growth in the Western and Great Lakes Region. Significantly, it will fast-track the export of fresh fish and local farm produce…
Tears flowed freely and joy engulfed Nyalenda-Kisumu City after a family reunited with their son, who went missing aged 4 years. After years of pain, anxiety, and hopes, Jacob Odhiambo (found son), David Okiki (father) and Lillian Atieno (mother) persistent prayers were answered when they miraculously reunited yesterday. Odhiambo, initially named Peter Okiki, disappeared without…
Individuals and marauding ‘Gangs of Terror’ have their days numbered following a terse warning issued by Kisumu County Police. The law enforcement officers have reiterated their commitment to maintaining law, order and national cohesion. Kisumu Central OCPD Peter Mutai said that they have declared war on crime. “We are telling the criminals to change their…
Two female suspects, Sharon Auma and Nancy Atieno Obura, have been arrested, and a Canik pistol in their possession was recovered in Awasi town, Nyando Sub-County, in Kisumu County. The arrest follows a WhatsApp photo post tha that went viral after being shared by Sharon. In the post, she is seen brandishing a pistol while…
It’s not clear why the likes of Lukio Agonda, William Ouma ‘Chege’, Allan Thigo, John ‘Bobby’ Ogolla, Jonathan Niva, Apollo Oketch, Masanta Osoro, J.J Masiga, Abdul Baraza, Wilberforce Mulamba, Maurice Godwin, and Simon Nyatome who played top-flight soccer until the 70s failed to join the professional ranks. Others who played in the early 80s, such…
For over a decade, Village Elders have dedicated their time, energy and resources to selflessly serve their communities without a paycheck. To voice their support on the issue, a cross-section of Nyanza residents have called on the Kenya Kwanza government to recognize their efforts after offering voluntary services. Speaking during a public participation exercise held…
Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has called on the contractors to fast-track the ongoing construction of the Sh1.3 billion Kabonyo Kanyagwal Aquaculture and Fisheries Centre in Nyando sub-county, Kisumu. He expressed his concerns that the multi-billion-shilling initiative, which is currently 15% complete, might delay meeting its set timelines. It’s one of the Kenya Kwanza government’s…
Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has reiterated the government’s commitment towards creating a conducive business environment for small-scale traders to enhance economic growth from the grassroots level. To assist Mama Mboga and Boda Boda Riders, Prof Kindiki said that the President William Ruto-led administration is currently constructing 400 modern markets across the country. The markets…