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Crumbling health system in Vihiga exposed in two reports

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-01 13:32:39

This was revealed in the Community Score Card (CSC) Report on Health, released by The Institute for Social Accountability (TISA) in partnership with local Social Accountability Champions.

Ruto: Kenya's leaders have failed to deliver prosperity since independence

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-05 12:20:27

The President faulted successive governments for prioritising politics over service delivery, leaving behind a trail of wasted opportunities. 

Lightning kills two siblings, injures another in Vihiga

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-07 14:58:45

A sombre mood has engulfed Mbesu Village in North Maragoli Ward, Vihiga County, after a  lightning killed two siblings and left their sister critically injured on Monday evening.

Schools in Sabatia decongested after infrastructure upgrade

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-09 15:07:08

Schools across Sabatia Constituency in Vihiga County have been significantly decongested following major infrastructure improvements funded through the NG-CDF.

Stakeholders push for digital inclusion for persons with disabilities in Vihiga

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-10 10:04:38

Stakeholders are advocating for the integration of AI and ICT training for children with disabilities in special schools.

Power struggles, sex scandals shadow PAG church's 100th anniversary celebrations

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-10 14:35:00

Pentecostal Assemblies of God Kenya celebration marked progress and a legacy clouded by leadership wrangles, financial scandals, and allegations of misconduct.

How Raila shaped Western Kenya's political landscape for decades

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-16 13:01:51

At one point, he even claimed lineage from the Wanga Kingdom, famously referring to himself as a grandchild of the famous King Nabongo Mumia—a gesture that deepened his bond with the Luhya community.

How Raila shaped Western block political landscape for decades

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-17 06:00:00

His alliances with region’s leaders laid foundation for a decades- long friendship. As PM, he oversaw a power-sharing deal that placed the leaders in key positions.

Concern over rising cases of defilement in Vihiga Subcounty

By Brian Kisanji   2025-10-30 16:32:42

According to the department, 16 cases of defilement have been reported in the last six months, four of which involved pastors — including incidents of sodomy against young boys.

Can Ruto's Western offensive turn Raila's base into his fortress?

By Brian Kisanji   2025-11-02 07:30:00

President has intensified region tours, launching projects to woo former PM’s supporters.Analysts say Western Kenya’s massive vote could determine the 2027 presidential race.

Luanda traders demand transparency in Sh350m market allocation

By Brian Kisanji   2025-11-21 07:00:00

Many fear they might not secure trading stalls once the market is completed due to a lack of communication from their leaders and the county government.

Why Ruto can't sit pretty after by-election victories

By Brian Kisanji   2025-11-29 08:00:00

A closer look at the tight margins in several races suggests that the stage is set for an extremely competitive 2027 contest, especially in key battleground regions.

Experts ramp up drive to demystify HPV vaccine

By Brian Kisanji   2025-12-15 06:45:00

This renewed focus became evident during the launch of an intensified campaign targeting girls aged between 10 and 14 in Vihiga County. 

Vihiga farmers ride on a new wave of fish farming

By Brian Kisanji   2025-12-20 06:00:00

When Zinath Deen began fish farming more than a decade ago, she never imagined that a day would come when she would stand on her small farm.

How Mudavadi allies are pushing for deputy president slot in 2027

By Brian Kisanji   2025-12-29 13:07:46

Politicians from the Western region are putting pressure on President Ruto to pick Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi as his deputy in the next government.

How Jirongo-Mudavadi rivalry shaped Western politics

By Brian Kisanji   2026-01-04 07:20:00

Cyrus Jirongo and Musalia Mudavadi emerged around the same period, setting the stage for a supremacy battle that would shape western Kenya politics for years

Vihiga mothers turn to community therapy to ease postpartum stress

By Brian Kisanji   2026-01-05 00:00:00

Maternal mental health challenges, including anxiety, postpartum depression, and trauma following childbirth, are widespread but largely unaddressed in Kenya.

Residents on edge after two bodies found in septic tank

By Brian Kisanji   2026-01-13 19:52:43

Residents are living in fear following the gruesome discovery of two bodies inside a septic tank behind a commercial building in Mbale town.

Wave of crimes exposes glaring gaps in security

By Brian Kisanji   2026-01-16 00:00:00

In the last two months, cases of insecurity have risen sharply in Vihiga County, triggering fear and anxiety among residents.

Relief as construction of Chavakali Eregi road begins after years of neglect

By Brian Kisanji   2026-01-16 13:17:11

KeRRA has begun preliminary works on the 10.9-kilometre road, with engineers already on the ground.