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Topic: Kisii

Tree instead of a coffin: Kisii family holds symbolic burial for son who died in Ukraine

By Manuel Ntoyai   2026-03-11 10:52:09

Nyapara, a young Kenyan from Bomariba Village in Bonchari Constituency, is believed to have died in Donetsk, an area that has witnessed intense fighting in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine War.

Kisii School triumph in rescheduled boys' basketball final

By Stanley Ongwae   2026-03-10 20:55:00

Kisii School defeated Nyanchwa, who have been multiple champions, in the high-stakes final that saw the former basketball champions concede defeat after a 102-89 loss.

Kisii residents turn tables on opposition over chaos narrative

By Bernard Orwongo   2026-03-01 15:00:01

Kisii County residents have challenged the United Opposition to produce official evidence backing claims that people died during a rally led by former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i.

Will the Kisii coronation elevate Matiang'i?

By Barrack Muluka   2026-03-01 16:53:07

Fred Matiang’i has been crowned king of the Kisii, raising questions about whether the role will expand his national influence or limit him to ethnic confines.

River Nyakomisaro: Kisii's toxic artery where Bamako promise drowns

By Elizabeth Angira   2026-02-16 15:31:11

River Nyakomisaro—once a lifeline for households and farmers—has become a toxic artery, carrying oil, heavy metals and untreated waste through the heart of Kisii town.

Vifo vya akina mama vyapungua kwa asilimia 34 Kisii

By Robert Menza   2026-02-12 14:54:21

Vifo vya akina mama wajawazito vimepungua kwa kiasi kikubwa katika Kaunti ya Kisii, kufuatia utekelezaji wa mpango wa kuimarisha mfumo wa afya