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Intense lobbying for Kenya Seed Company chair post kicks off

By Osinde Obare   2026-05-05 12:37:59

‎The exit of Kenya Seed Company (KSC) board chairperson Purity Ngirici has sparked intense lobbying for her replacement.

Amnesty accuses IS-linked fighters of eastern DR Congo war crimes

By Osinde Obare   2026-05-05 13:32:14

Amnesty International on Tuesday accused militants in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo linked to the Islamic State group of "rampant" war crimes and crimes against humanity.

County eyes agricultural modernisation to boost production, earnings

By Osinde Obare   2026-05-06 13:59:08

Trans Nzoia County has launched a farmer training programme to modernise agriculture, boost productivity, and increase farmers’ incomes through innovation and skills development.

Lagat defends Trans-Nzoia crackdown as Natembeya protests arrests

By Osinde Obare   2026-05-07 11:55:08

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has defended the ongoing security operation in Trans-Nzoia amid growing tensions.

Trans-Nzoia security operation sparks political row as Eliud Lagat, Natembeya trade blame

By Osinde Obare   2026-05-09 12:45:00

Deputy IG Eliud Lagat has defended the Trans-Nzoia crackdown, insisting it will continue despite Governor George Natembeya’s claims of political targeting over recent arrests.

Kenyans cross the border for cheap fuel

By Osinde Obare   2026-05-19 15:35:00

High fuel prices in Kenya have forced some public transport operators in the North Rift to cross the border to Uganda to buy the commodity.

Ogiek women celebrate inclusion in land distribution

By Osinde Obare   2026-05-27 13:03:00

Ogiek women at Chepkitale in Mt Elgon Sub-County have lauded their inclusion in land distribution and management as enshrined in the Community Land Act.

Give women a chance, do not judge based on gender, but on service delivery

By Osinde Obare   2026-06-02 11:41:13

Former Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has defended women in leadership and urged Kenyans to allow them to demonstrate their ability and strength.

Prison boss pushes for proper land use to increase revenue amid land-grabbing concerns

By Osinde Obare   2026-06-09 13:00:00

Commissioner-General has directed correctional facilities to maximise the use of available land by diversifying agricultural and livestock production to enhance revenue generation.

Wetangula declare former CS Nakhumicha as Kenya Kwanza candidate to face Natembeya

By Osinde Obare   2026-06-21 06:00:00

Ford Kenya has endorsed Susan Nakhumicha for the Trans Nzoia governor race in 2027, setting up an early political battle with Governor George Natembeya.

Leaders endorse Sifuna as Luhya community presidential flagbearer for 2027 poll

By Osinde Obare   2026-07-05 06:00:00

A section of Luhya leaders has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the community's presidential flagbearer for the 2027 General Election,

President Ruto's allies target Natembeya

By Osinde Obare   2026-07-11 15:18:31

President William Ruto's allies have stepped up efforts to unseat Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya in 2027.

Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang faces a tough contest from new entrants

By Osinde Obare   2026-07-14 12:56:05

Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang is facing a tougher re-election battle as new challengers enter the race, threatening to reshape the county's political landscape.

Murkomen orders probe into alleged police interference in Ol Kalou by-election

By Osinde Obare   2026-07-16 17:59:37

‎Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen warned that rogue officers who were allegedly involved in the incident at Ol Kalou Comprehensive School polling station will face the law.

Why MCAs boycotted Murkomen's event in Trans Nzoia

By Osinde Obare   2026-07-18 07:35:00

Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) allied with Governor George Natembeya, led by Deputy Speaker Obed Mwale, boycotted the ceremony held on

Cherangany MP Patrick Simiyu joins Linda Mwananchi

By Osinde Obare   2026-07-26 15:02:18

Cherangany Member of Parliament Patrick Simiyu has joined Linda Mwananchi and endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the presidency.

Ogiek's fight for community land rights has seen historic, decades-long battles finally pay off

By Osinde Obare   2026-07-27 06:00:00

After decades of forced evictions and legal battles, the Ogiek community of Chepkitale has secured a landmark court victory restoring its ancestral land rights.

Farmers told to plant short season crops ahead of El Nino rains

By Osinde Obare   2026-08-03 09:00:00

The Ministry of Environment has launched a programme to equip farmers in key food-producing regions with climate-smart farming skills to help them take advantage of the El Nino rains.

Gunmen Kill Mt Elgon Politician Nathan Wasama Masai

By Osinde Obare   2026-08-07 12:24:24

Mt. Elgon parliamentary aspirant Nathan Wasama Masai was shot and killed on Thursday at his Tukuit home in Cheptais, Bungoma County.

Ogiek community urged to turn rich culture into tourism opportunities

By Osinde Obare   2026-08-11 13:03:32

The Ogiek community has been urged to embrace cultural and eco-tourism as sustainable ways of generating income, preserving its rich heritage and protecting ancestral land.