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Isaiah Gwengi

Siaya MCAs approve Ogenga as assembly clerk

Ogenga emerged top among 11 candidates shortlisted for the position and was on Monday confirmed as the substantive assembly clerk.

By Isaiah Gwengi 3 months ago

Siaya MCAs approve Ogenga as assembly clerk

Audit exposes rot in stalled Sh23m Siaya bus park project

Audit exposes rot in stalled Sh23m Siaya bus park project

By Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago

10,000 farmers in Siaya to benefit from sunflower seeds

10,000 farmers in Siaya to benefit from sunflower seeds

By Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago

Siaya MCAs approve removal of assembly clerk

Siaya MCAs approve removal of assembly clerk

By Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago

Ruto promises to make helicopter crash report public to allay fears

President William Ruto promised to ensure investigation into the helicopter crash and the report made public.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 4 months ago

Ruto promises to make helicopter crash report public to allay fears

Final salute: Tears, pain and heartbreak as Ogolla buried

Outside the homestead, emotions ran high as thousands united in grief to give Ogolla his last salute.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 4 months ago

Final salute: Tears, pain and heartbreak as Ogolla buried

General Ogolla's son Joel Rabuku defends father's relationship with Ruto

Rabuku dismissed claims of foul play in his father's death.

By Olivia Odhiambo and Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago

General Ogolla's son Joel Rabuku defends father's relationship with Ruto

Gen Ogolla's family celebrates father's 100th birthday

General Ogolla had organised the celebrations for his father before the unfortunate helicopter crash that claimed his life alongside other military officers.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 4 months ago

Gen Ogolla's family celebrates father's 100th birthday

All set for CDF Ogolla's send-off

PS Raymond Omollo said General Ogolla will be buried in accordance with military rules and systems and his personal wishes.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 4 months ago

All set for CDF Ogolla's send-off

Multi-million church: General Ogolla's legacy to his community

The church, which neighbours Nduru Primary School, was built by Chief of Defense Forces Francis Ogolla, who footed the construction bill using his own money.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 4 months ago

Multi-million church: General Ogolla's legacy to his community

Bittersweet moment for Gen. Ogolla's family as they celebrate father's 100th birthday

Amidst songs of celebration for Mzee Oyeyo's milestone, mourners grappled with the loss of Gen. Ogolla.

By Olivia Odhiambo and Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago

Bittersweet moment for Gen. Ogolla's family as they celebrate father's 100th birthday

Why General Ogolla will be buried within 72hrs

The family has announced that the late General Francis Ogolla will be buried on Sunday in a simple ceremony in accordance to his wishes.

By Olivia Odhiambo and Isaiah Gwengi 4 months ago

Why General Ogolla will be buried within 72hrs

Orengo nominates new county public service board chairman

The position fell vacant following the demise of the former chairman Elijah Achoch last year.

By Isaiah Gwengi 5 months ago

Orengo nominates new county public service board chairman

Court dismisses case against embattled Siaya assembly clerk

A Magistrate Court in Siaya has ordered the withdrawal of a complaint against the suspended Siaya county assembly Clerk Felix Olwero.

By Isaiah Gwengi 5 months ago

Court dismisses case against embattled Siaya assembly clerk

Controversy over newly created Usigu sub-county

Usigu has been serving as the divisional headquarters for more than five decades.

By Isaiah Gwengi 5 months ago

Controversy over newly created Usigu sub-county

Siaya traders set to benefit from a Sh800m modern market project

The project will be done in two phases and will include prefab stalls, market area segmentation, cold room facilities and primary processing facilities for value addition.

By Isaiah Gwengi 6 months ago

Siaya traders set to benefit from a Sh800m modern market project

Police officer killed in Rarieda, firearm stolen

Police officer killed and a firearm stolen after rowdy youth attacked officers during a crackdown on illicit brew in Rarieda, Siaya; investigations ongoing, County Police Commander Cleti Kimaiyo says

By Isaiah Gwengi 6 months ago

Police officer killed in Rarieda, firearm stolen

How modern boats have changed transport on Lake Victoria

KSL is fast-tracking plans to introduce 300 new climate-smart artisanal boats to help promote blue economy activities on Lake Victoria.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Sharon Owino 6 months ago

How modern boats have changed transport on Lake Victoria

Azimio and ODM will be intact, Raila now assures

According to Raila, Azimio and ODM will remain intact and will continue to carry the dream of the opposition as they had envisioned.

By Isaiah Gwengi 6 months ago

Azimio and ODM will be intact, Raila now assures

State steps up bid to boost digital literacy

The government through the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy has partnered with community networks in a bid to bridge the digital divide in the country.

By Isaiah Gwengi 6 months ago

State steps up bid to boost digital literacy

Siaya assembly deputy Speaker suspended over alleged misconduct

Siaya County Assembly Deputy Speaker Andericus Oduor has been suspended for two weeks for alleged gross misconduct and breach of privileges.

By Isaiah Gwengi 7 months ago

Siaya assembly deputy Speaker suspended over alleged misconduct

Orengo urges state to beef up security in Lake Victoria

James Orengo regretted that Kenyan fishermen have been losing millions of shillings due to piracy, harassment and arrest by Ugandan authorities.

By Isaiah Gwengi 7 months ago

Orengo urges state to beef up security in Lake Victoria

Joy as village gets primary school

Residents of Ogoya village, Central Sakwa ward, Siaya county, broke into song and dance during the official opening of Ogoya Primary School.

By Isaiah Gwengi 7 months ago

Joy as village gets primary school

Residents protest over 'untouchable' criminals

Locals are so frightened that they cannot openly talk about the activities of the gang for fear of reprisal.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Residents protest over 'untouchable' criminals

Probe as man accused of killing wife over affair

Police said Stella's body was discovered in their house on Thursday around 7:30 pm.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Probe as man accused of killing wife over affair

Female KCPE star gets admission to Lenana, a boys' school

Gloria Adhiambo's family has been thrown into a state of confusion after the bright girl was placed to join Lenana School, a boys' school.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Female KCPE star gets admission to Lenana, a boys' school

Sinapanga: Bondo's attraction for new housing developers

There is a growing appetite for residential development in areas surrounding the town spanning as far as Sinapanga.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Sinapanga: Bondo's attraction for new housing developers

Former barmaid scores B in national exam

A former barmaid who had dropped out of school in Standard Four has scored a B+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education exam.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Former barmaid scores B in national exam

Family seeks justice after police vehicle reportedly killed kin

Odhiambo's father, Boniface Opondo, said that police officers dragged his son before he fell and was run over by the Land Cruiser.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Family seeks justice after police vehicle reportedly killed kin

Asembo Bay roars back to life as Lake Transport revived

On Tuesday, there was joy and celebrations after the Asembo Bay pier was revived with the launch of a waterbus.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Asembo Bay roars back to life as Lake Transport revived

Family demands answers after child died while being treated in Siaya hospital

According to records at the hospital, the girl reported to the facility at 10:34 am and was pronounced dead at 11:45 am.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Family demands answers after child died while being treated in Siaya hospital

Orengo county address sparks mixed reactions

Orengo's speech elicited mixed reactions from the leaders and residents, who expressed their views on the performance and the vision of the "Nyalore" government.

By Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Orengo county address sparks mixed reactions

Orengo: Here is my scorecard, future plans for Siaya residents

Under Orengo's leadership, the county has installed 99 high-mast floodlights in various markets, including the Obama market in Bondo municipality, which have enhanced security while boosting trade.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 8 months ago

Orengo: Here is my scorecard, future plans for Siaya residents

Cash for medical waste treatment gone: Wandayi

Wandayi wants CoG and the National Treasury to clear the air on missing maintenance and management money for a microwave medical waste treatment project.

By Olivia Odhiambo and Isaiah Gwengi 8 months ago

Cash for medical waste treatment gone: Wandayi

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

Unlike in the past when everything was being controlled by the defunct provincial administration, devolution ensured that services are taken to the people together with funds.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Olivia Odhiambo 8 months ago

Raila warns of late release of development cash to counties

Fishermen turn to technology to fight insecurity

The beach official assured the fishermen that the digital registration will not only address insecurity issues but also provide data for purposes of planning and resource allocation.

By Isaiah Gwengi 9 months ago

Fishermen turn to technology to fight insecurity

Agony for fishermen as extortion, robberies soar

Fishermen have decried illegal arrest, torture and extortion by Ugandan authorities. The extortion ring is run by rogue police officers, fisheries officials and revenue officers.

By Isaiah Gwengi 9 months ago

Agony for fishermen as extortion, robberies soar

Orengo outlines measures to unlock Sh4 billion fish market

Siaya Governor James Orengo expressed optimism that the expansion of fish value-addition industries in the county will promote sustainable fishing.

By Isaiah Gwengi 9 months ago

Orengo outlines measures to unlock Sh4 billion fish market

Police arrest seven terror suspects in Siaya

The suspects were arrested following an operation conducted by a multi-agency team comprising officers drawn from the National Police Service and DCI in Siaya.

By Isaiah Gwengi 9 months ago

Police arrest seven terror suspects in Siaya

Residents protest sorry state of dispensary

Residents claim that the facility lacks essential drugs and is struggling with poor sanitation with some of the rooms infested with bats and rodents.

By Isaiah Gwengi 9 months ago

Residents protest sorry state of dispensary

Two suspects linked to killing of officer shot dead

Two suspects have been shot dead and two firearms recovered following an attack on police officers escorting KCSE exams to Mahero Secondary School, Siaya county.

By Isaiah Gwengi and Mary Imenza 9 months ago

Two suspects linked to killing of officer shot dead

Traditional beliefs scare residents away from planting umbrella tree

They say the umbrella tree, popular for its unique shape, brings bad omen. But Luo Council of Elders dismisses the myth, says there is no scientific evidence.

By Isaiah Gwengi 10 months ago

Traditional beliefs scare residents away from planting umbrella tree

Health volunteers at the frontline in patient care

The impact of investment in community health services and CHPs is evident. Regular household registration and visitation have improved, with a reduction in the malaria burden.

By Isaiah Gwengi 10 months ago

Health volunteers at the frontline in patient care

Raila warns Siaya MCAs amid break-up call

This comes amid claims of a growing stalemate between Orengo and the Assembly. Human rights groups have also accused the county of poor service delivery and poor governance.

By Isaiah Gwengi 10 months ago

Raila warns Siaya MCAs amid break-up call

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