President Ruto unveils the Kshs 120 billion landmark LV Marina master planned development in kisumu

President Ruto led the groundbreaking ceremony of affordable homes named LV Point within LV Marina a first of its kind, privately governed, master planned waterfront development. The massive project in Kisumu is set to become a cornerstone of inclusive growth, sustainable urbanization, and national pride in a defining moment of support for Kenya’s urban and…

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Seth Okumu, Member of County Assembly for East Seme/photo file

Kisumu Assembly wants the public to contribute to SHA to ease health burden

The County Assembly of Kisumu now wants everyone to contribute to the Social Health Authority (SHA) fund in order to enable it fully fund reproductive health services effectively. Seth Okumu, Member of County Assembly for East Seme, and a member of the health committee has said that its budgetary allocations have been hard hit by…

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Jumuisha Sacco chairperson Everline Otieno (in the middle)/phot by Erick Nyayiera.

Jumuisha Sacco records remarkable achievement, growth amid challenges

Jumuisha Sacco Society Limited in Bondo and Rarieda sub counties have witnessed remarkable achievement and growth amidst glaring challenges of the tough past year (2024). Sacco chairperson Everline Otieno speaking during the 25th AGM in Bondo town disclosed that the society has been resilient to weather the numerous trials and strived to offer the best services…

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Mps slam gov’t over hasty decision, lack of public participation on sugar factories lease

Six Kisumu County Members of the National assembly have slammed the national government for hastily leasing out sugar factories without public participation and local stakeholders’ engagement. They have demanded immediate revocation of the 30-year lease of Muhoroni, Chemelil, and Miwani Sugar Mills through a Presidential Executive Order. By rejecting the opaque leasing, the legislators from…

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Kisii County Matatu Associations Chairman(left) Simeon Nyamwaro

Bodaboda riders urged to prioritize safety of their customers over money 

Kisii County Matatu Owners Association has called for road safety from all drivers and bodaboda riders. The Association’s Chairman Simeon Nyamwaro said that most drivers compete for money and carry excess passengers for profit making especially at this time students are closing school a practice he says leads to accidents that could be avoided. “We…

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Kisumu DG decries the dwindling  potential of the fisheries sector

Kisumu County deputy governor Dr .Mathews Owili has decried the dwindling fisheries sector, despite the efforts being made by the county government. Speaking during AQUAFEDHA project launch at Ogal Beach in Kisumu West Sub-County, Dr Owili said the fisheries sector still faces significant challenges despite interventions put in place to solve various challenges in order…

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Vulnerable communities in Siaya County benefit from Climate-Smart Agriculture Funding

Eleven community groups from Siaya County have received a major boost for climate-smart agriculture activities in a concerted effort to combat climate change and improve resilience among vulnerable groups and people living with disabilities in the Lake Victoria Basin. The initiative, spearheaded by the Lake Victoria Basin Commission (LVBC), seeks to empower communities with sustainable…

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 NCA starts implementation of 2024 Building Code in Nyanza region

The National Construction Authority’s (NCA) Nyanza Regional Coordinator Festus Mariera has revealed that the body has begun enforcing the newly enacted Building Code 2024, which took effect on 1st March 2025. He said the new arrangement will replace the outdated 1968 building regulations. Mariera said the new code introduces stricter safety measures, sustainable building practices,…

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Kisumu unveils plan to upgrade health facilities after JOOTRH’s  elevation

The Kisumu County Government has unveiled an ambitious plan aimed at upgrading Kisumu County Referral Hospital (KCRH) and three other health facilities after the National Government elevated Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) to a National Referral Hospital and a state parastatal. County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Medical Services, Public Health, and…

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