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National crackdown on road safety as schools set to open next week

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-02 18:32:10

The government has launched a nationwide road safety crackdown ahead of the reopening of schools next week.

Ruku says only two people trapped in South C collapsed building

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-03 11:51:10

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says the revised figure on people suspected to have been trapped was reached after reviewing CCTV footage from the area.

Families appeal for speedy rescue of kin trapped in collapsed building

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-03 16:03:21

The family spokesperson, said that they are not engaging in blame game but want their loved ones rescued from the rubble.

Back to school: Grade 10 textbook printing to start after Sh5.64bn release

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-06 20:00:00

The Ministry of Education has released Sh5.64 billion to KICD to support the printing and nationwide distribution of Grade 10 textbooks for public schools.

Uganda denies plans to block internet during election as Starlink restricted

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-06 19:04:09

The Ugandan government has dismissed claims that it has shut down internet ahead of the upcoming general election, calling the reports false and misleading.

Government launches Sh1.9b Last Mile project to bring power to 27,000 homes

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-07 15:29:10

At least 27,000 households in Bungoma County are set to be connected to electricity under the government’s Last Mile Connectivity.

Walkways become new informal marketplaces

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-07 15:54:35

Makeshift businesses are rapidly spreading from city centres into surrounding estates and residential neighbourhoods.

Sunshine schools, Moi Educational Centre post stellar results in 2025 KCSE exam

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-09 19:31:07

Students, teachers, parents, and administrators broke into celebrations marked by thanksgiving, applause, and expressions of pride.

Education lobby group decries chaotic transition as Grade 10 reporting begins

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-12 11:57:44

More than 1.13 million pioneer CBE learners begin reporting to senior school on Monday

ODM grassroots leaders intensify calls for NDC

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-16 10:00:00

They warn that failure to regularise party leadership in line with the constitution risks plunging the party into uncertainty ahead of the 2027 General Election.

15 rehabilitation centres slapped with closure notices over lack of medical personnel

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-17 08:02:51

NACADA says 30 facilities have been denied accreditation, while an additional 56 facilities with compliance gaps will remain under close monitoring.

Alliance-bound student trapped in dumpsite

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-19 00:00:00

John scored 64 points in his KJSEA examinations at Zau School, a strong performance that earned him admission to Alliance Boys High School.

Activist petitions EACC to halt smart city project over alleged irregularities

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-19 10:17:22

A Bungoma-based activist has petitioned the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to intervene and halt the ongoing smart city project at the Bungoma airstrip.

Business owners count heavy losses after Mukuru demolitions

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-22 00:00:00

Small businesses in Mukuru Kwa Njenga have suffered heavy losses following Tuesday’s demolitions

How Lang'ata women inmates are preparing for life after prison through beauty skills

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-22 11:25:33

Women here have learnt techniques ranging from natural hair styling to basic makeup artistry.

Union faults Sh230m pan paper payout, claims workers sidelined

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-22 12:01:34

In late November 2025, the national government released Sh230 million to pay terminal dues owed to former Pan Paper employees

How women in Lang'ata Prison are reclaiming their lives through beauty skills

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-22 12:51:42

Most of us came here with nothing. No skills, no direction. Now we know that when we leave, we can survive without going back to crime

Wamboka accuses former MP of diverting Sh20 million education funds from Bumula

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-25 15:49:37

Bumula MP Jack Wamboka has accused former legislator Mwambu Mabonga of misappropriating millions of shillings meant for education in Bumula Constituency

How a Bungoma officer Is rewriting the future of prisoners' children by keeping them in school

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-25 16:03:49

Chrispinus Wafula, a Kenya Prisons Service officer, has turned compassion into action, quietly transforming the lives of children whose parents are serving jail terms.

How prison officer is rewriting the future of inmates' children

By Juliet Omelo   2026-01-26 07:00:00

Chrispinus Wafula, stationed at Kakamega GK Prison, has turned compassion into action, quietly transforming the lives of children whose parents are serving jail terms.