Juliet Omelo

Government banks on seed distribution in efforts to revive cotton farming in western

By Juliet Omelo   2024-11-01 08:29:57

Through the Agriculture Ministry, the government has embarked on the distribution of free BT cotton seeds to farmers as it aims to increase farming.

Governor Lusaka calls for regional cooperation on water resource management

By Juliet Omelo   2024-11-07 09:43:04

The bloc’s Vice Chairperson Kenneth Lusaka underscored the urgency of creating a water-secure environment to benefit the bloc’s 17 million residents.

Governor Lusaka reshuffles cabinet to enhance service delivery

By Juliet Omelo   2024-11-09 11:34:55

Governor Lusaka assured the public that these changes reflect his commitment to lawful governance and improved services for Bungoma’s residents.

Health union advocates for greater investment in disease prevention

By Juliet Omelo   2024-11-09 12:47:19

The Kenya Environmental Health and Public Health Practitioners Union has called on the government to prioritise funding for disease prevention across the country.

Kenyans give views on tax laws, demand State accountability

By Juliet Omelo   2024-11-19 20:00:00

Participants expressed doubts about whether the respective parliamentary committees will consider their views after the public participation exercise.

Teen pregnancy driving surge in premature births in Bungoma County

By Juliet Omelo   2024-11-19 13:07:26

According to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) 2022, 19 per cent of births in Bungoma County were premature, with teenage mothers being the primary contributors.

Accepting money for God's work is harmless, Bishop says over Sh5m donation

By Juliet Omelo   2024-12-01 20:30:00

Bungoma Diocese Bishop George Mechumo has criticiced church leaders for turning down president Rutos cash donations.

PSC orders county to pay former employee Sh4m for wrongful dismal

By Juliet Omelo   2024-12-11 12:17:13

Bungoma county government has been ordered to pay Sh4 million to a former Public Administration Chief Officer for wrongful dismissal.

Speaker Wetang'ula hyped as William Ruto's successor

By Juliet Omelo   2024-12-29 11:00:00

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has been hyped as the best candidate to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.

I am not joining Ford Kenya, MP Wamboka says

By Juliet Omelo   2024-12-29 17:40:55

Wamboka on Sunday said although he had received several calls from Ford Kenya officials asking him to cross over, he will not succumb to such pressure.

Ruto, Raila to attend burial of Wetangula's mother

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-02 20:42:00

Preparations for the burial of the late Mama Anne Nanyama, the mother of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, are complete.  

Leaders call for probe into MCA's shooting in crackdown on illicit ethanol

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-12 09:35:21

Bungoma County Assembly has condemned an incident where Kamukuywa MCA Abraham Kimungui was shot in a police operation on illicit ethanol in the region.

Police, KRA bust intricate web of ethanol smuggling from Uganda

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-14 11:00:00

The authorities in Western Kenya have uncovered a network of ethanol smuggling and counterfeit alcohol production.

Patients in more pain and agony as Bungoma nurses' strike enters day five

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-18 08:24:17

The strike by the Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives (KNUNM) in Bungoma County has entered day five, paralysing hospital operations.

Mpesa Foundation set to construct Sh45 million neonatal unit in Bungoma

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-18 18:16:04

The Sh45 million facility will include an antenatal and delivery room, post-natal amenities and significant improvements to the existing newborn unit.

Film Commission chairperson promises to monetise performing arts

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-19 13:38:15

The newly appointed Kenya Film Commission Chairperson, Sudi Wandabusi, has promised to transform the performing arts industry to ensure artists reap from their hard work.

How AI-driven innovation is transforming lives in Western

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-20 00:01:02

The influx of digital lending apps has disrupted traditional players, such as banks and established lending institutions, pushing them to modernise their processes to keep pace.

Pres Ruto says Nzoia Sugar will be leased to a strategic investor

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-24 18:31:28

President William Ruto has said Nzoia Sugar Company will re-advertise a bid for a strategic investor in a move to rescue the struggling miller.

Two EACC impostors arrested in Bungoma for attempted extortion

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-27 17:33:16

Sharon Nanjala Anyango,26, and Tobias Ngala Wekesa,23 have been arrested in Bungoma for impersonating senior officials of the EACC and attempting to extort money.

Bungoma's retired chief bets on bamboo trees to fight climate

By Juliet Omelo   2025-01-28 06:00:00

Joseph Cheng’oli, a former senior chief of Bungoma’s Township location, has embarked on a journey to conserve the environment after serving a distinguished 30-year career in local leadership.