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Olivia Odhiambo

Over 1000 traders trained in bookkeeping and environment conservation

More than 1,000 micro retailers and manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods in Kisumu have been trained on how to improve their operational efficiency.

Over 1000 traders trained in bookkeeping and environment conservation

Wandayi warns against vandalism of electricity infrastructure

Wandayi warns against vandalism of electricity infrastructure

Wandayi warns Kalonzo over planned talks with Raila

Wandayi warns Kalonzo over planned talks with Raila

Deliver or we meet on the streets, ODM tells Ruto

Deliver or we meet on the streets, ODM tells Ruto

State lines up Sh1 billion electricity projects in Western

Western region will benefit from Sh1 billion electricity projects to boost power supply.

State lines up Sh1 billion electricity projects in Western

Hope for Nyanza as region eyes mega projects to revive economy

Nyanza counties are pegging their hopes on several multi-billion infrastructural projects to attract investment and exploit the region's economic potential.

Hope for Nyanza as region eyes mega projects to revive economy

Tributes pour in as legendary scholar Bethwel Ogot dies

Prof Bethwel Ogot was an eminent African scholar who specialised in African history, research methods, and theory.

Tributes pour in as legendary scholar Bethwel Ogot dies

EACC arrests Rongo MP Paul Abuoro over corruption claims

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) officers have arrested Rongo MP Paul Abuoro over conflict of interest and theft of public funds.

EACC arrests Rongo MP Paul Abuoro over corruption claims

CBO donates food and other essentials to Kisumu inmates

Ms Atieno said the Bible doctrines that ask Christians to visit those behind bars inspired her to start the programme.

CBO donates food and other essentials to Kisumu inmates

Discontent in ODM over Raila's alliance with Ruto's regime

His allies have thrown their weight behind the push to support Ruto administration but hardliners voice opposition and have vowed to keep questioning the government’s excesses

Discontent in ODM over Raila's alliance with Ruto's regime

Kisumu county rolls out Sh36 million cage fish project

Governor Anyang' Nyong'o's administration has embarked on an ambitious plan to revamp the fishing industry by providing fishermen with fish cages.

By 2 months ago

Kisumu county rolls out Sh36 million cage fish project

Governor Nyong'o: This is my scorecard, and I delivered on my promises

Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has presented his scorecard to residents, stating that he has delivered on his campaign promises.

By 3 months ago

Governor Nyong'o: This is my scorecard, and I delivered on my promises

EACC recovers Sh300 million public land in Kisumu

Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered Sh300 million land in Kisumu county in a span of two months.

By 3 months ago

EACC recovers Sh300 million public land in Kisumu

10 dead as floods wreak havoc in 20 counties

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo on Tuesday said 20 counties have been affected by the raging floodwaters.

By 3 months ago

10 dead as floods wreak havoc in 20 counties

Kisumu launches innovative cancer dashboard to track cancer patients.

Kisumu County has launched a cancer Epidemiology Dashboard to revolutionize how to track and manage cancer patients.

By 3 months ago

Kisumu launches innovative cancer dashboard to track cancer patients.

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

The government has already paid Sh5 billion of the Sh19 billion outstanding bill.

By 3 months ago

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

The Energy Ministry has announced plans for major electricity projects in Nyanza and Western to boost power supply.

By 4 months ago

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

Police gun down suspect in murder of Wells Fargo manager

Investigations into the murder of Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko took a dramatic turn Thursday when police shot dead a suspect believed to have been involved in his killing.

By 4 months ago

Police gun down suspect in murder of Wells Fargo manager

Bill seeks to boost maternal health services in Siaya

Siaya MCAs are pushing for legislation to improve access to maternal and reproductive healthcare in public health facilities.

By 5 months ago

Bill seeks to boost maternal health services in Siaya

Wanga says ODM to field presidential candidate in 2027 polls

ODM party will field candidates for key positions in the 2027 General Election including the presidency, National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has said.

By 5 months ago

Wanga says ODM to field presidential candidate in 2027 polls

Ministry of Energy announces plans to revive Muhoroni gas turbine

Located on the border of Kisumu and Kericho counties the plant will play a key role in curbing frequent power shortages experienced in parts of Western and Rift Valley regions.

By 5 months ago

Ministry of Energy announces plans to revive Muhoroni gas turbine

Rarieda sub-county gets maternity theatre to boost healthcare

Siaya Governor James Orengo's administration has opened maternity theatre complex at Madiany sub-county hospital in Rarieda.

By 5 months ago

Rarieda sub-county gets maternity theatre to boost healthcare

ODM criticises Gachagua over remarks on President Ruto

ODM hits out at DP Gachagua's remarks on President William Ruto, urges him to focus on service delivery, and distances itself from impeachment plans.

By 5 months ago

ODM criticises Gachagua over remarks on President Ruto

KDF hands over Sh2.4 billion MV Uhuru II to Kenya Railways

The Kenya Shipyard Limited has handed over the Sh2.4 billion MV Uhuru II vessel to Kenya Railways Cooperation.

By 5 months ago

KDF hands over Sh2.4 billion MV Uhuru II to Kenya Railways

Kisumu launches DNA and CPR Molecular Diagnostic Platform

DG Owili said the molecular laboratory is a landmark milestone not only in testing and monitoring HIV cases but also other pathogens such as Covid-19, TB, HPV and Hepatitis.

By 6 months ago

Kisumu launches DNA and CPR Molecular Diagnostic Platform

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Hospital elevated to level 6 status

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital elevated to a level 6 facility; to now operate as a State parastatal handling referrals within and without Kisumu.

By 6 months ago

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Hospital elevated to level 6 status

President Ruto unveils key projects in Kisumu

President William Ruto unveiled key projects in health, agriculture, and blue economy in Kisumu as he concluded his four-day Nyanza working tour.

By 6 months ago

President Ruto unveils key projects in Kisumu

Raila pushes for closer Africa unity, integration and more trade

Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga has called for escalated unity and integration among African countries.

By 6 months ago

Raila pushes for closer Africa unity, integration and more trade

CS Joho warns illegal miners of stern action

Joho instructed mining officers in the region to actively monitor mining sites

By 6 months ago

CS Joho warns illegal miners of stern action

Opiyo Wandayi rallies Nyanza to support Ruto at thanksgiving event

He described their working union with Kenya Kwanza Alliance as the first milestone in a bigger political journey for the region.

By 7 months ago

Opiyo Wandayi rallies Nyanza to support Ruto at thanksgiving event

Kisumu county constructs Sh64 million agriculture college

Governor Anyang' Nyong'o's administration has constructed a Sh64 million agriculture college to boost the sector in Kisumu county.

By 7 months ago

Kisumu county constructs Sh64 million agriculture college

State lines up Sh1 billion electricity projects in Western

Western region will benefit from Sh1 billion electricity projects to boost power supply.

State lines up Sh1 billion electricity projects in Western

Hope for Nyanza as region eyes mega projects to revive economy

Nyanza counties are pegging their hopes on several multi-billion infrastructural projects to attract investment and exploit the region's economic potential.

Hope for Nyanza as region eyes mega projects to revive economy

Tributes pour in as legendary scholar Bethwel Ogot dies

Prof Bethwel Ogot was an eminent African scholar who specialised in African history, research methods, and theory.

Tributes pour in as legendary scholar Bethwel Ogot dies

EACC arrests Rongo MP Paul Abuoro over corruption claims

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) officers have arrested Rongo MP Paul Abuoro over conflict of interest and theft of public funds.

EACC arrests Rongo MP Paul Abuoro over corruption claims

CBO donates food and other essentials to Kisumu inmates

Ms Atieno said the Bible doctrines that ask Christians to visit those behind bars inspired her to start the programme.

CBO donates food and other essentials to Kisumu inmates

Discontent in ODM over Raila's alliance with Ruto's regime

His allies have thrown their weight behind the push to support Ruto administration but hardliners voice opposition and have vowed to keep questioning the government’s excesses

Discontent in ODM over Raila's alliance with Ruto's regime

Kisumu county rolls out Sh36 million cage fish project

Governor Anyang' Nyong'o's administration has embarked on an ambitious plan to revamp the fishing industry by providing fishermen with fish cages.

By 2 months ago

Kisumu county rolls out Sh36 million cage fish project

Governor Nyong'o: This is my scorecard, and I delivered on my promises

Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has presented his scorecard to residents, stating that he has delivered on his campaign promises.

By 3 months ago

Governor Nyong'o: This is my scorecard, and I delivered on my promises

EACC recovers Sh300 million public land in Kisumu

Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered Sh300 million land in Kisumu county in a span of two months.

By 3 months ago

EACC recovers Sh300 million public land in Kisumu

10 dead as floods wreak havoc in 20 counties

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo on Tuesday said 20 counties have been affected by the raging floodwaters.

By 3 months ago

10 dead as floods wreak havoc in 20 counties

Kisumu launches innovative cancer dashboard to track cancer patients.

Kisumu County has launched a cancer Epidemiology Dashboard to revolutionize how to track and manage cancer patients.

By 3 months ago

Kisumu launches innovative cancer dashboard to track cancer patients.

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

The government has already paid Sh5 billion of the Sh19 billion outstanding bill.

By 3 months ago

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

The Energy Ministry has announced plans for major electricity projects in Nyanza and Western to boost power supply.

By 4 months ago

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

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