Siaya Governor James Orengo praised veteran former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. He called him one of Kenya's most important leaders in history. Orengo credits Raila with key political and economic changes.Orengo spoke in an interview with a local media outlet on Monday, December 29, 2025. He thought about Raila's long
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Oburu Odinga: ODM to Team Up With Ruto’s UDA Beyond 2027
Oburu Oginga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), stated that his party will join forces with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) starting in 2027 and continuing after. He said the planned coalition will hand ODM a larger role.Oburu made these comments at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of
Ruto Urges ODM to Strengthen Ahead of 2027 Elections
A Voice Silenced: Mr. Festus Amimo, Head of Mayienga FM is Dead
In a loss shrouded in sudden mystery and profound sorrow, the untimely death of Mayienga FM's esteemed Head, Festus Amimo Wa, has plunged the media fraternity and the nation into mourning. The station's announcement, made with "profound shock, deep sorrow, and heavy hearts," has been followed by an unsettling police
Moses Omondi Wins Ugunja By-Election With Emphatic Lead
Moses Omondi, the ODM candidate, secured a commanding lead in the Ugunja Constituency by-election, garnering 9,227 votes in a closely watched contest across Siaya County.Orodi Odhiambo, the Wiper Party's closest challenger, received 1,819 votes, and Fredrick Ochiel of UDM secured third place with 1,200 votes.Other candidates consisted of Benson Obol
Orengo’s Wife Applauds Zawadi Nyong’o After LGBTQ Disclosure
Kisumu governor Anyang’ Nyong’o’s daughter, Zawadi Nyong’o, has sparked widespread conversation after publicly confirming that she is part of the LGBTQ community. Zawadi made the announcement on her Instagram page, where she also introduced her wife, Rachel, and their young daughter, Amaya, in a warm family portrait that quickly attracted
Rarieda Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing 6-Year-Old Nephew
Residents of Ojelo village in Rarieda, Siaya county, have been left shaken after a six-year-old boy was brutally killed in what began as an ordinary afternoon of children’s play. The tragic incident has stirred grief and disbelief across the community as locals struggle to comprehend how a minor noise disagreement
Kisumu–Busia Road Crisis Deepens as Users Demand Action
The 112 km route linking Kisumu and Busia, formerly a crucial artery for accessing Ugandan and East African markets, has declined into a perilous road section, stirring public discontent and renewed demands for accountability from the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA).Due to years of insufficient upkeep, the road has severely
Mbadi, Winnie Defend ODM Unity Amid Internal Tensions
The Cabinet Secretary for Treasury John Mbadi has looked back on his tenure as ODM national chairman, acknowledging that keeping order within the Orange Democratic Movement was a challenging duty.Mbadi, the longest-serving ODM member during Baba's era, acknowledged that he had a challenging job keeping party members under control.Maintaining order"As
Kisumu International Airport Unveils New Modern Air Traffic Control Tower
The completion of Kisumu International Airport's new Air Traffic Control Tower is set to greatly improve aviation operations.The fully operational facility, constructed by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), was officially unveiled and ready to manage the region's increasing air traffic.A recent post by Interior PS Raymond Omollo on X,