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KeNHA steps up crackdown on trucks and vandals of road infrastructure

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-10-01 12:56:53

KeNHA has stepped up a crackdown on overloading trucks and vandalism on the road's infrastructure.

NFDK pushes for inclusive education through infrastructure and funding

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-10-02 08:30:00

NFDK pledges to strengthen partnerships with communities Ministry, and other stakeholders in advocating for the inclusion of learners with special needs through infrastructural development.

NFDK to advocate for more inclusion of learners with special needs

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-10-02 13:52:39

Prof Julia Ojiambo said that NFDK has ensured that learners with special needs are catered for in the new curriculum.

Adenoids: Hidden culprit behind recurrent coughs, loud snoring

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-10-12 12:07:06

ENT surgeon Erick Nyabuti of Aga Khan Hospital in Kisii describes adenoids as masses of lymphoid tissue located high in the throat behind the nose.

I lost my hair and breast, but never my hope: Roseline's cancer victory

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-10-20 08:00:00

Diagnosed in December 2021 with invasive ductal carcinoma—a type of breast cancer that begins in the milk ducts and invades surrounding tissue—Roseline Okoko's life took a dramatic turn.

Inside KRA's plan to combat illicit trade at Kisumu port

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-10-30 13:21:00

The scheme includes combating illicit trade on the lake, an exercise spearheaded by a multi-agency team including the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), among other agencies.

Human rights activists are shifting to art and exhibitions to create awareness on GBV

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-11-01 18:01:33

Human rights activists have turned to art and exhibitions to create awareness, educate the public, and seek justice for victims of Gender Based Violence (GBV) in the country.

When every step hurts: The hidden foot pain many keep ignoring

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-11-03 00:00:00

Occupations involving long hours on one’s feet, such as athletics, as well as obesity, flat feet, and some joint diseases, increase the likelihood of developing the condition calcaneal spur.

UDA and ODM leaders intensify campaigns ahead of by-elections

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-11-09 14:40:12

Leaders allied to the broad-based government have intensified campaigns for ODM candidate Moses Omondi in the Ugunja parliamentary by-election, slated for November 27.

Uyoma residents benefit from government's joint outreach medical, service camps

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-11-12 17:45:51

The one-day camp spearheaded by Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr Ouma Oluga drew an estimated 9,500 residents from across Uyoma and neighbouring communities.

Scientists and policy makers call for urgent phase out of toxic chemicals

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-11-17 06:20:00

Scientists, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders across East Africa are calling for urgent measures to phase out toxic pesticides.

Siaya doctors suspend services over alleged assault of colleague by county staff

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-12-02 12:57:22

Doctors in Siaya county have suspended services to protest the alleged assault of a colleague by county government staff.

Why ODM is eyeing deputy president slot in Ruto's government

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-12-06 12:40:00

The ODM party is eyeing a bigger stake in Ruto's administration ahead of the 2027 General Elections, as party leader Oginga hinted at the possibility of extending their political arrangement.

How government is planning to complete construction of Sh20 billion dam

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-12-11 07:45:00

The contractor had certificates of about Sh890 million, which are yet to be settled, and as a result, the work stalled.

Why government is concerned with contractors taking up multiple projects

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-12-12 12:33:16

The officials said this has become a challenge in the implementation of government projects as one contractor bids for more than one contract with different companies.

Pope Leo appoints Fr Vincent Odundo as auxiliary bishop of Kisumu

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-12-14 17:10:31

The Pope's message was officially conveyed by Archbishop Maurice Muhatia at St Theresa’s Cathedral, Kibuye, during celebration of the holy mass.

Shock as Siaya man takes dead python, dog to police, demands compensation

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-12-30 12:41:40

Charles Otieno has appealed to Kenya Wildlife Services to capture pythons attacking domestic animals in Luoka village, Ugunja, Siaya County.

Rebellion grows against Orengo in his backyard

By Olivia Odhiambo   2026-01-02 00:00:00

A tough year awaits Siaya Governor James Orengo as he navigates political storms threatening his hold on power amid fallout with nearly all elected leaders from the devolved unit.

Auxiliary bishop for Kisumu Catholic archdiocese to be ordained in February

By Olivia Odhiambo   2026-01-06 13:33:20

Auxiliary bishop for Kisumu catholic Diocese Father Vincent Ouma Odundo

Face me at delegates conference, Oburu challenges critics

By Olivia Odhiambo   2026-01-10 09:20:00

Oburu said he will soon call an NDC, and all the critics should be present.