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Faith Matete

Kisumu

Journalist at The Star (Kenya)

Works for Radio Africa Group, The Star Newspaper. God fearing, and chelsea fan. Retweets are not necessarily endorsements.

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  • CJ Koome calls for joint effort in tackling SGBV

    2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Faith Matete

    Chief Justice Martha Koome and Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o during the launch of the Tribunal Shared Services in Kisumu /FAITH MATETEChief Justice Martha Koome has urged Kenyans to take collective responsibility in addressing the growing cases of sexual and gender-based violence and femicide.

  • Chemelil Sugar workers down tools over salary arrears, job security

    3 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Faith Matete

    In SummaryThe workers cited unresolved issues around salary arrears, job security, and unclear retirement benefits in the ongoing leasing transition process. Speaking on behalf of the striking workers, James Agumba, Assistant Secretary of the Kenya Union of Sugar Plantation and Allied Workers (KUSPAW), Chemelil branch said the employees had been pushed to the wall. Chemelil Sugar workers down their tools.

  • Kisumu leaders demand immediate halt to sugar mills leasing

    4 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Faith Matete

    Kisumu county elected leaders during a press briefing on May 12, 2025, in Kisumu./PHOTO:FAITH MATETEElected leaders from Kisumu County have called on President William Ruto to give an executive order to stop the leasing of state-owned sugar factories-Chemelil, Muhoroni, and Miwani—citing irregularities in the process.

  • How Russian support changed JOOTRH hospital in Kisumu

    4 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Faith Matete

    In SummaryRussia aims to empower institutions that deliver real benefits: hospitals, schools and universities TheJaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital is a shining example of this mission In the heart of Kisumu, the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH), familiarly known as “Russia Hospital”, stands as a powerful testament to decades of international cooperation.

  • Nyong’o demands halt to sugar factories leasing

    1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Faith Matete

    In SummaryThe governor expressed concern over the lack of public participation and transparency in the leasing process. He said the Ministry of Agriculture floated new international tender notices on February 28, 2025, yet neither farmers, workers, nor the county government were involved or consulted.

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16 Sep 24

Celebrating 30 years of KEFEADO with just 13 days left until the big event!🎊🎊 Join us as we count down to this milestone anniversary. #KEFEADOs30thAnivessary #KEFEADO@30 #13daystogo https://t.co/UUXwgohGd2

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16 Sep 24

RT @TheStarKenya: Omullo pursued a course in film, but six years after graduating, she has nothing to show for it. https://t.co/YyOYUDggJP

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16 Sep 24

RT @TheStarKenya: Doctors at Kisumu's Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital performed the surgery. https://t.co/9K9DnbZtGa