MUHORONI,June 2026 -Muhoroni Member of Parliament James Onyango K’Oyoo on Tuesday launched his “Meet the Constituents” tour in the newly created North East Kano Sub-County, using the stop to hand over a brand-new school bus to Olik Oliero Secondary School and outline major infrastructure projects for the area. The sub-county headquarters is located at Masogo…
KISUMU, May 2025 -Young people across Kenya are being called to take centre stage in environmental protection and climate resilience efforts following the formation of the Kenya National Youth Network under the Nile Basin Discourse Forum. The newly launched network targets youth aged 35 and below, aiming to actively involve them in water resource management,…
…as President Ruto Promises Sh10 Diesel Cut Price MOMBASA, 22nd May 2026 -The Matatu Owners Association (MOA) has officially called off its nationwide strike scheduled for Tuesday, following high-level breakthrough negotiations with President William Ruto at State House Mombasa. The breakthrough comes after days of tense protests and intense discussions between transport stakeholders and senior…
“We have the white smoke and thank the transport sector leadership for the successful conclusion of talks since last night,” says CS Wandayi. NAIROBI, 19th May – The nationwide transporters’ strike over the recent fuel price increase has been suspended for the next seven days to allow for dialogue between the government and the relevant…
“Your decision to stay calm and continue your daily activities reflects the region’s commitment to stability, dialogue, and constructive engagement,” the statement reads. KISUMU, May 2026 -The Kisumu County Assembly has strongly rejected calls for street protests, urging residents instead to engage in dialogue as the country grapples with rising fuel prices. Led by Speaker…
KISUMU, May 2026 – A diverse group of transport stakeholders in Kisumu County has urged the government to immediately reduce the fuel levy following a recent surge in pump prices. During a joint press conference held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Ground on Monday the 18th, Charles Omondi Obuya, Chair of the Matatu Owners…
KAMRONGO, Kisumu East -For years, the rains did not bring relief but they brought ruin.Mud walls that could not hold. Roofs that stopped pretending to keep water out. A cycle of patching, praying, and watching the next storm undo it all. But on Saturday, that story changed for four elderly widows in Kamrongo village. Mathilda…
KISUMU, May 2026 -Kisumu Governor Prof Anyang’ Nyong’o has issued a terse warning to county staff responsible for approving and inspecting construction projects. His comments follow an incident where one person was rescued after a four-storey building under construction collapsed in Tom Mboya Estate on Monday night. Speaking during a media briefing on Tuesday at…
KISUMU, May 2026 -The National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss has said Hansard reporting is undergoing a major transformation driven by digital innovation, but stressed that accuracy and professional judgment must not be compromised. Making remarks during the 8th Annual Conference of the Hansard Association of Kenya (HAK) held at a Kisumu hotel under the…
KISUMU, May 2026 – As the old adage goes, ‘A Stitch in Time Saves Lives’, the Kisumu Journalists’ Network (KJN) responded to the call by donating blood to patients to help bridge the gap caused by high demand in the Western region. Led by its Chairman Rushdie Oudia, over 70 participants demonstrated that their role…