Martin Ndiema

Trans Nzoia seeks new law to promote climate change curbs

By Martin Ndiema   2023-08-20 17:43:11

If this bill passes, it promises to empower residents by providing crucial climate change information and fostering informed decision-making on adaptation, mitigation, and resilience.

Teachers demand pay increments, policy reforms

By Martin Ndiema   2023-08-27 07:59:37

KNUT national chairman Patrick Munuhe has called on the government to implement salary increments to cushion teachers from mounting financial pressures.

Ford Kenya leaders slam Malala over parties remarks

By Martin Ndiema   2023-09-10 00:03:37

The leaders said small political parties joined hands and propelled UDA into power and that they should not be dissolved as advocated by Malala.

Split in UDA as Khalwale castigates Malala over calls to dissolve ANC, Ford-Kenya

By Martin Ndiema   2023-09-16 15:34:58

Officials tear into Malala for pushing for the dissolution of Kenya Kwanza affiliates, saying this would undermine the ruling coalition.

Teacher builds maize dryer that can store over 150 bags for one year

By Martin Ndiema   2023-10-10 22:59:29

Current maize drying methods rely on electricity, which is costly and environmentally unsustainable or even inaccessible to rural farmers.

UDA hopefuls hit with Sh500,000 legal fees

By Martin Ndiema   2023-11-13 22:33:53

Two petitioners who contested and lost UDA nominations in Trans Nzoia County have been slapped with a legal bill of more than Sh500,000 after losing a petition at the Kitale Law Courts.

Guard who helps new mothers as midwife

By Martin Ndiema   2023-11-21 11:11:28

His inherent desire to aid the sick led him to forge close ties with medical practitioners. Despite his official role as a guard, his focus and interest were squarely on aiding the sick.

Trans Nzoia residents back proposed climate laws

By Martin Ndiema   2023-11-25 21:43:53

The Climate Change Bill 2023 proposes a raft of changes believed to transform the response and mitigation to the effects of climate change.

Kingi urges Western leaders to rally behind Wetang'ula

By Martin Ndiema   2023-11-26 20:11:20

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has called on Western leaders to rally behind his National Assembly counterpart Moses Wetang'ula.

Women in politics suffer brunt of GBV

By Martin Ndiema   2023-12-09 10:06:46

Hired goons ambushed her after articulating the need for gender mainstreaming, debunking myths about women and advocating against Female Genital Mutilation.

Trans Nzoia residents living in fear after two bodies discovered in forest

By Martin Ndiema   2023-12-12 19:38:51

Residents have demanded answers and called for increased security measures in the forest. They are concerned about the future of the shamba system programme. 

Raila plans 2024 demos over high cost of living

By Martin Ndiema   2023-12-26 19:27:55

Raila tells Kenyans to be ready to take part in protests should the prevailing poor state of economy persist. His message strikes a chord with citizens grappling with harsh economic realities.

Slum dwellers benefit from waste management initiative

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-02 17:39:58

The initiative addresses the collection of solid waste and the rehabilitation of drainage systems, to curb potential environmental hazards and prevent pollution of the Kipsongo River.

Scholars urge state to reduce cost of education

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-04 13:14:46

Prof Herman Manyora, Dr Festus Mukoya, and Dr Odongo Were from the UoN said that exorbitant fees has shattered the dreams of children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Legislators call on Treasury to release CDF bursary funds

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-06 12:40:06

A section of legislators from Western Kenya have called on the Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung'u to expedite the release of the NG-CDF monies.

Police reservist on the run after killing two people

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-09 19:11:11

The police in Endebess are investigating an incident where a national police reservist went on the rampage, shooting dead two people and injuring another.

Boy who mulled over selling kidney to raise fees scores B

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-10 18:56:07

The student was willing to sell his kidney to pay school fees after he scored 394 marks in the 2019 KCPE examinations.

Joy as boy overcomes hearing loss after 10 years struggle

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-10 19:38:45

The Grade Six pupil's brother, Roy Igunza, describes the moment as a “gift of the new year 2024,” with tears of joy streaming down his cheeks.

Shock as decomposing body of pupil found in class

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-12 16:37:30

The school was immediately closed following the sad incident. The deceased had reportedly been missing for two months.

Farmers protest five percent tax on farm produce

By Martin Ndiema   2024-01-23 17:33:57

Fredrick Rono, a farmer from Kiminini constituency termed the proposed tax “exploitative” and a setback to progress made towards attaining food security.