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Olivia Odhiambo

Raila calls for review of Lake Victoria boundary

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-05-31 09:30:00

ODM leader said the issue is a contentious one the government must properly resolve. He condemned the constant harassment of Kenyan fishermen in the lake.

Journalists injured, scores robbed as Madaraka Day celebrations kick off in Homa Bay

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-01 09:20:24

Despite displaying their media accreditation, the journalists were attacked by police.

Orengo to lead delegation to State House today

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-05 09:15:04

Orengo has been a strong critic of President Ruto following his open defiance of the Orange party's newfound relationship with the ruling UDA party.

Push to reduce lake accidents intensifies as government introduces fibreglass boats

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-05 16:25:20

The push to reduce lake accidents has gained momentum as both the county and national governments embark on an ambitious project.

Subdued but strategic: Orengo bags billions for Siaya in rare Ruto meet

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-06 10:45:12

Ruto showers Siaya with billions as Orengo softens tone at State House.

Push to curb maritime accidents, losses intensifies as State unveils fibreglass boats

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-12 06:00:00

Kisumu County government and the State have approached the Kenya Shipyard Ltd (KSL) for a partnership to produce fibreglass boats.

Energy ministry unveils plan to build nuclear power plant in Siaya County

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-16 00:00:00

The ministry is currently working on identifying the most suitable location around the lake to host the project.

Nyong'o thankful as Ruto promises more projects after State House visit

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-19 14:40:00

Kisumu is staring at another round of development windfall after President William Ruto committed to implementing several multimillion-shilling projects in the lakeside city.

How Siaya cut maternal risks through strong community health strategy

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-23 06:00:00

Health officials and experts attribute this remarkable improvement to the presence of emergency evacuation services.

Court dismisses sacked Siaya County clerk case

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-24 00:00:00

The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Kisumu has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Felix Olwero, the former Clerk of the Siaya County Assembly challenging his dismissal. 

EACC claims senior county officials using junior staff, interns to loot county coffers

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-25 13:20:53

Junior officers and even students on attachment are being used by senior officials in the county governments to loot public resources, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has said.

Raila drums up support for nuclear power plant in Siaya

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-06-28 14:42:05

ODM leader Raila Odinga has thrown his weight behind the government's ambitious plan to establish a nuclear power plant and described it as a massive game-changer.

New push to up earnings through low carbon tea

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-07-05 06:00:00

Kenya is aiming to become the first African country to certify its tea as low carbon, a move stakeholder in the tea industry note could double export earnings.

Police hunt suspect behind string of five schoolgirl murders in Siaya

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-07-16 11:25:49

The wave of gruesome murders has left residents living in fear and calling for urgent action to restore security in the area.

Duale to table quality Healthcare and Patient Safety Bill, 2025

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-07-17 00:00:00

The proposed bill aims to enhance the quality of healthcare services and ensure patient safety by establishing a regulatory framework for healthcare facilities and providers.

Fear in Siaya village as serial killer targets girls, women

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-07-18 15:30:00

Early this week, irate villagers stormed the home of a suspect they believe was involved in the killings and set his house on fire and destroyed his crops.

Kenya's visa-free travel for African and Caribbean countries is pan-Africanism, says Nyong'o

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-07-19 15:39:21

Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has lauded President William Ruto's decision to free Kenya’s borders for the rest of Africa and parts of the Caribbean. 

Siaya: Serial killer on the loose causes panic, fear after five deaths reported

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-07-19 15:48:20

A suspected serial killer is on the loose in Gem, Siaya County, targeting schoolgirls and women in brutal, cult-like murders that have left the community terrified and demanding justice

Nurses union backs CS Duale's order to close ill-equipped hospitals

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-07-19 16:41:20

Nurses said that cartels have been using such loopholes to steal from insurance funds, including the defunct NHIF and even the current SHA. 

New drive lifts women's place in dairy farming

By Olivia Odhiambo   2025-08-02 08:06:00

The project ensures women own their livestock, giving them control over assets that cannot be sold without their consent.