Bungoma, Kenya – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested and interrogated three directors of Ramagon Construction Company over allegations of a multi-million shilling fraud involving Matili Technical Institute in Bungoma County. The suspects—Abdi Barre Abdi, Hassan Barre Abdi, and Nagenye Mohamoud Dahir—were apprehended in Bungoma town and detained for over fifteen hours at […]
KIAMUMBI, Kenya – Smiles and heartfelt gratitude filled the air at Agape Special Centre as officers from Detail 79 of the National Police Service (NPS) carried out a transformative Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at supporting children living with autism. In a moving event marked by compassion and community spirit, the officers donated essential […]
Webuye, Kenya – A section of sugarcane farmers from Bungoma County have thrown their weight behind the government’s decision to lease Nzoia Sugar Company to a private investor, Jaswant Rai, for a 30-year period. The move, which is part of a broader plan to revitalize struggling state-owned sugar mills, took effect on Saturday following official […]
Bungoma Senator Wafula Wakoli, who chairs the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Blue Economy, has launched a sweeping investigation into the utilization of donor funds and county allocations directed toward agriculture, with Bungoma County taking center stage. Speaking on Saturday at Mabanga Agricultural Training College (ATC) during a high-level meeting attended by Governor Kenneth […]
Mwatate, Taita Taveta County – After years of enduring acute water shortages, the residents of Mwatate Ward are celebrating a major milestone following the official launch of the Josa Modambogho Water Project in the Landi Maili-Kumi area. The initiative marks a significant step forward in ensuring reliable access to clean water for over 500 households […]
BUNGOMA, Kenya – A wave of anger and disbelief has erupted among students, activists, and civil society leaders in Bungoma County following a controversial High Court ruling allowing the auction of assets belonging to Matili Technical Institute, a move that threatens the education of over 10,000 students. The ruling, delivered yesterday by Bungoma High Court […]
Nyamira County, Kenya -The nationwide public participation exercise on the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill No. 4 of 2025 concluded today, with an overwhelming show of support from citizens across the country. Leading the charge in Nyamira County were Hon. Stephen Mogaka (MP, West Mugirango), Hon. Patrick Osero (MP, Borabu), and several other legislators, all […]
Bungoma, Kenya — The Mt. Elgon Development Network has called for Members of Parliament (MPs) to be stripped of control over the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), arguing that the current setup fosters corruption and political manipulation. In a memorandum submitted to a National Assembly committee conducting public participation forums in Bungoma, the group […]
Bukembe, Bungoma County – Furious workers from the troubled Nzoia Sugar Company brought traffic to a grinding halt on the busy Webuye-Bungoma highway on Tuesday, in a dramatic protest against the controversial privatization of the mill to businessman Jaswant Rai. Armed with placards, sugarcane stalks, and unwavering anger, the protesters lit bonfires and erected makeshift […]
Webuye, Kenya – Fear has gripped residents of Bunjosi village in Misikhu Ward, Webuye West Constituency, Bungoma County, after 25 individuals were hospitalized following the consumption of suspected contaminated milk. The affected persons are currently receiving treatment at Webuye County Hospital and Bokoli Sub-County Hospital. According to health officials, 20 of the victims were admitted […]
