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Litmus test for UDA ahead of grassroots polls on Saturday

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-01-08 00:00:00

Big guns, including MPs and their 2027 rivals, are expected to face off in the elections to secure slots at the National Delegates Convention.

Over 300,000 candidates to contest in today's UDA grassroots elections

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-01-10 07:00:00

A total of 310,651 candidates registered to contest for various positions in today's UDA grassroots elections in 20 counties.                

Duale pushes digital health rollout to improve patient care

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-01-22 10:33:22

Health CS Aden Duale has called on healthcare providers to fully embrace digital connectivity and align with the government’s Digital Health System initiative.

Relief as state lifts dusk to dawn curfew in Trans Mara

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-01-22 15:15:56

The government has lifted the dusk-to-dawn curfew that has been in place since early December last year in Trans Mara South and West sub-counties in Narok County.

Clinical officer arrested for allegedly raping pregnant woman

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-02-10 15:24:08

A clinical officer attached to Chemaner Health Centre in Chemaner ward, has been arrested for allegedly raping a pregnant woman during what was supposed to be a routine medical consultation.

Farmers call for review of tea prices

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-02-10 15:22:33

A section of tea farmers in Bomet County is calling for a review of the monthly green leaf rates.

Former KANU Sec Gen Salat declares bid for Bomet Senator

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-02-21 14:47:13

Salat on Saturday conveyed confidence in his ability to serve as a Bomet senator, highlighting his familiarity with the county politics.

Six battle it out for UDA party ticket in Emurua Dikirr

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-03-21 17:57:58

Parties in the Opposition are also expected to field their candidates in the mini poll that could test the popularity of the ruling alliance

15 Narok families in distress as sons vanish in Russia

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-03-24 06:20:00

Fifteen families in Trans Mara face anguish as their sons go missing while fighting for Russia in the Ukraine war, with little communication or official updates.

Lake Victoria South Water Agency reviews Itare-Litein water supply agreements

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-04-07 10:01:17

The Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency has reviewed the Itare–Litein Bulk Water Supply Agreements.

SIM swap scammers' turn sleepy village into criminals haven

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-04-08 08:00:00

Young fraudsters are teeming Lelagoi village in Sigowet Sub-County, Kericho. The criminals move in groups and frequent entertainment places.

Opposition backs Rotich in Emurua Dikirr contest

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-04-11 06:00:00

Rotich will face UDA’s David Keter, also known as “Dollarline,” in a race expected to test the opposition’s influence after performing poorly in recent by-elections.

Deputy President post is not up for negotiation, CS Ruku tells ODM

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-04-13 15:50:56

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says the Deputy President position currently held by Prof Kithure Kindiki is politically anchored in the Mt Kenya region.

UDA, DCP to face off in four by-elections

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-05-05 10:47:26

The upcoming parliamentary and civic by-elections will be a litmus test for political leaders ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.

Bomet Senatorial race hots up as more entrants emerge

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-05-06 16:07:55

The 2027 Bomet senatorial race is intensifying as new entrants, including Yvonne Chepkirui, join a competitive field featuring Governor Hillary Barchok, Senator Hillary Sigei and Nick Salat.

Peace efforts under threat as bandits continue to terrorise Angata Barikkoi

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-05-11 12:53:51

Despite a peace agreement between the two communities signed in January 2026, bandits continue to wreak havoc in Angata Barikkoi.

Bomet governor, senator urged to end rivalry, fast-track hydro power project

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-05-11 13:13:17

Senate Majority Leader has called on Bomet governor and senator to put aside their differences and unite to resolve the land issues that have delayed KTDA's Kipsonoi hydro power project.

Traders count losses after inferno razes business premises

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-05-11 17:37:32

Traders are counting losses after an inferno gutted down six timber shops on Saturday night at Kapcherany trading centre in Kapletundo ward, Sotik Subcounty, Bomet County.

Emurua Dikirr by-election gathers momentum as campaigns reach fever pitch

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-05-12 10:00:49

UDA and DCP candidates made final pitches on the last days of campaigns ahead of Thursday’s by-elections.

Matiangi faults government over fuel hike

By Kiprono Kurgat   2026-05-17 20:05:01

Jubilee presidential hopeful Fred Matiang’i has faulted the government over rising fuel prices, blaming corruption, cartels, and the government-to-government oil import deal.