A thick silence hangs over Kisumu this morning as the people of Nyanza brace themselves for one of the most emotional moments in Kenya’s history: the homecoming of Raila Amolo Odinga's lifeless body. The military aircraft carrying the body of the former Prime Minister is expected to land at
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Kisumu police arrest suspect in fatal stabbing over Ksh 50 dispute
Police in Kisumu have detained a suspect in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man following a disagreement over Ksh 50. The victim, an unidentified student from the Kisumu Rotary Vocational Training Centre near the Fanana area, suffered multiple stab wounds to the chest during the altercation. Eyewitnesses reported that
Kofi Olomide disappoints Kisumu fans at Mzuqa Fest Concert
The Mzuqa Fest concert held last Saturday at Kisumu's Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium has left fans and stakeholders feeling disappointed and dissatisfied. Thousands of Kisumu residents and music lovers from across the country gathered for what was anticipated to be a night of vibrant music and dance. However, the event
Lake Victoria: The East African Marvel Whose Waters Endanger Lives Instead of Protecting Them
The significance of Lake Victoria to the surrounding villages transcends its traditional role in supporting domestic and industrial needs. For the inhabitants, the phrase "water is life" carries a dual meaning—while the lake sustains life, it has also been a source of tragedy. With its rich history, Lake Victoria holds
Kisumu thieves who beat, maim – but don’t steal
Thieves in Kogony village of Kisumu, come to beat up and kill their victims, and not steal, sending residents into constant fear and anxiety.They roam the village adjacent to the Kisumu international airport at dusk, wielding batons and pangas, brutalising anyone they meet on their paths, starting with the busy
One person killed in Kisumu Azimio demos
Police in Kisumu shot dead an anti-government protestor on 27th March during the second demonstrations organised by Azimio coalition. The killing brings to two the number of the dead after William Mayenga, a third year student at Maseno University, was shot dead during demos around the institution. The identity of
Kisumu County signs Ksh 31B Co-Investment MOU with UK company
Farmers in Kisumu can breathe a sigh of relief as the County Government in partnership with a UK-based company, United Green Group (UG) unveils a flagship agriculture investment program set to revitalize the sector. The fists phase of the agreement was signed by Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o and UG Director and
Azimio goons chase Ezra Chiloba eat event food in Kisumu
There were chaos in Kisumu when rowdy goons disrupted a press briefing by Communications Authority of Kenya Director-General Ezra Chiloba and ate the food meant for guests. Initially the youths led by Deputy Governor Mathew Owili and Kilimani MCA were participating in the mass action called by ODM leader Raila Odinga
First Female MP Grace Onyango is dead
As the world celebrated International Women's Day on Wednesday 8th March, Kenya's first female Member of Parliament (MP) Grace Onyango passed on Kisumu. Grace who was 99 years old died while undergoing treatment at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu. Onyango served as Deputy Speaker
Don’t use Safarilink, Kisumu Governor warns staff
Kisumu Governor Prof Peter Anyang' Nyong'o has asked his county staff members to stop using Safarilink airline, terming exorbitant charges.The position taken by Kisumu Governor has been informed by the latest charges meted on the Governor himself when he was traveling from Nairobi's Wilson airport to Kisumu's International airport in