African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
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 […]
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 […]
Among the factors that can cripple human activities is disability. In Sinoko village, Kanduyi constituency, Bungoma County, 60-year-old Elder Herman Ochola describes the hardships he faced in life after losing his sight at the age of 12. Ochola recounts that his early life started well until he suffered from paralysis and lost his sight. Despite […]
Silver Nekesa, a 17-year-old student of Chebukaka High School in Bungoma County in Kenya, has joined the growing list of teenagers who are taking up the fight against child abuse by creating a digital platform to support the victims and create awareness. During an exclusive interview with Prime Africa, Nekesa narrated how she was motivated […]
BUNGOMA COUNTY, KENYA – In a powerful and unexpected twist to combat persistent challenges like teenage pregnancy and gender-based violence, Bungoma County has turned to the beautiful game: football. Local NGO WEMA Organization, under the leadership of CEO Elizabeth Juma, launched a football-centered empowerment initiative in 2023 with the aim of keeping girls off the […]
BUNGOMA, Kenya — In an industry often dominated by men, one woman from Western Kenya is not just making her mark—she’s redefining the narrative. Meet Diana Nelima, a trailblazing photographer hailing from Shikhendu Ward in Trans-Nzoia County, whose artistry, grit, and unwavering belief in the power of storytelling are turning heads across the country. With […]
Multimillion government projects in Bungoma County have come to a grinding halt, leaving half-built markets and unfinished roads as stark reminders of stalled development. Despite massive allocations, work on key infrastructure projects has been abandoned for months, with contractors blaming delayed government payments for the inactivity. In the meantime, some sites have turned into looting […]
The Western Kenya Special Needs School Games kicked off in Bungoma, offering a powerful showcase of resilience, talent, and determination among young athletes with disabilities. More than just a competition, the event serves as a rallying call to parents and the community, emphasizing that disability is not inability. Speaking during the opening ceremony, event organizers […]
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called on Bungoma County administrators to eliminate unnecessary vetting hurdles in the issuance of National Identity Cards (IDs), aligning with President William Ruto’s recent directive aimed at easing access across the country. Speaking at his home in Bungoma while hosting local leaders and administrators, Wetang’ula emphasized that the presidential […]
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has underscored healthcare and infrastructure development as top priorities in his latest State of the County Address, highlighting key achievements and ongoing projects aimed at transforming the county. Lusaka announced significant investments in improving healthcare services, citing the construction of a mother-and-child hospital in Naitiri, a modern surgical theatre in Cheptais, […]
