CoG Opposes Revenue Cut, Demands Full Sh400.1 Billion Allocation for Counties

Governors Insist on Equitable Share as National Budget Increases The Council of Governors (CoG) has strongly opposed the proposed reduction in county revenue allocation, demanding that the National Government reinstate the Sh400.1 billion equitable share previously agreed upon. The CoG’s Executive and Liaison, Management and Business Committee insists that the revised national budget, recently adopted […]

Lodwar Power Crisis Resolved as KPLC Installs New Generators

Lodwar, Turkana County| Residents of Lodwar can finally breathe a sigh of relief after months of persistent power outages and rationing, following the installation of two new generators by the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC). The generators, officially commissioned on Thursday, mark the end of prolonged electricity shortages that had severely disrupted businesses, hospital […]

Ex-Governor Waititu Barred from Public Office for 10 Years in Landmark Corruption Ruling

In a landmark ruling on Thursday, February 13, 2025, former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Ndung’u Waititu was handed a 10-year ban from holding public office after being found guilty in a Sh588 million corruption case. The ruling, delivered by Anti-Corruption Court Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzioki, also imposed a hefty Sh53.5 million fine on Waititu, with the […]

Governor Waiguru Expands Water Project to Benefit 1,000 More Households

•Water Expansion to Enhance Access for Mutithi Ward Residents Kirinyaga County Governor Anne Waiguru has announced the extension of the Kerugoya-Kutus Bulk Water Project to reach an additional 1,000 households in Mutithi Ward. This expansion is set to improve access to clean water for more residents, reinforcing the county’s commitment to equitable development. Speaking while […]

Kenya Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Raila Odinga’s AU Chairmanship Bid

As the African Union Commission (AUC) elections approach, Kenya has reinforced its steadfast commitment to the candidacy of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga for the Chairmanship. With the elections scheduled for February 15 and 16, the Kenyan government has intensified diplomatic efforts to secure Odinga’s victory, positioning him as the ideal candidate to lead the […]

Mombasa Muslim and Luo Communities Hold Special Prayers for Raila Odinga’s AU Chairmanship Bid

•A section of the Muslim faithful and members of the Luo community in Mombasa have come together in a show of solidarity, holding special prayers for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as he seeks to clinch the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship. •The prayers come just a day before the crucial election set to take […]

Kenya’s Beach Soccer Team Travels to Uganda for Crucial Friendly Matches

Nairobi, Kenya| Kenya’s national beach soccer team has departed for Uganda for a series of friendly matches as part of their preparation for the inaugural Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA) Beach Soccer Championship. The competition is set to be hosted in Kenya later this year, marking a significant milestone in the […]

Uasin Gishu Strengthens Gender Mainstreaming for Sustainable Development

•County Gender Sector Working Group Sets 2025 Agenda to Tackle Gender Inequality and Social Challenges Uasin Gishu County is taking decisive steps to integrate gender mainstreaming into its development agenda, with a focus on addressing critical social issues affecting the community. The County Gender Sector Working Group (CGSWG) has set an ambitious plan to resolve […]

Kenya Power Invests Sh1 Billion to Enhance Electricity Supply in Western Kenya

Kenya Power has committed Sh1 billion towards expanding electricity infrastructure in Western Kenya, a move aimed at improving power reliability and connectivity for domestic and industrial consumers. Speaking during the recently concluded Nyanza International Investment Conference in Kisumu County, Kenya Power CEO Dr. Joseph Siror emphasized that the investment aligns with the company’s strategic vision […]