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1 week ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Joshua Cheloti
Homa Bay county is set to benefit from several government-funded projects, some of which were launched by President William Ruto Among the projects Ruto launched while on his tour to the Nyanza region are the Gor Mahia Ringroad The president, who will lead Kenyans in Madaraka Day in Homa Bay on Sunday, June 1, is also set to launch several other projects on Friday, May 30 In the last few days, Homa Bay county has witnessed the unveiling of a number of development projects being funded by the...
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1 week ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Joshua Cheloti
There are over 1,300 hypertension patients on treatment in Homa Bay county, all of whom depend on services from only 3 health facilities Some of the patients lamented that they were being forced to use as much as KSh 1,000 every month for expenses to attend clinics One of the patients told TUKO.co.ke that he had to travel over 76 kilometres to get to a nearby health facility offering hypertension-clinic services Hypertension is one of the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) that account for 39...
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3 weeks ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Amos Khaemba |Florence Owiti
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi is on the spot for allegedly sabotaging Governor James Orengo's leadership A section of Siaya residents claimed Wandayi was using his Cabinet position to cause division in the county Wandayi accused Orengo of wasting much energy on criticising President William Ruto's administration instead of working for the Siaya people Don't miss out! Join Tuko.co.ke Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years...
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3 weeks ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Joshua Cheloti
A village in Suba South sub-county was awoken with shocking news that a man had attacked and killed a girl at her parents' home It is suspected that the man whose identity remains unknown attacked the Form Three girl on the night of Tuesday, May 13 Kibwer sub-location assistant chief Richard Okinyi said the girl was pronounced dead upon arrival at Magunga Level Four Hospital Homa Bay: Residents of Olando village, Kibwer sub-location in Suba South sub-county, have been left in shock after a...
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3 weeks ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Harry Ivan Mboto
Siaya MCAs have strongly denied claims that they rejected an invitation from President William Ruto to visit State House They clarified that the visit was only postponed due to the absence of Governor James Orengo and other key county officials, not out of political resistance The leaders also dismissed talk of an impeachment motion against the governor, saying they are committed to unity and development-focused dialogue TUKO.co.ke journalist Ivan Mboto has over three years of experience...
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3 weeks ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Joshua Cheloti
Kakan village in Olwa sub-location was plunged into mourning following the tragic death of a 78-year-old woman The elderly woman, whom the police identified as Lea Anyango Aluoch, was burned beyond recognition following a fire incident at her house Area assistant chief Joshua Ombago Odhoji told TUKO.co.ke that preliminary observations suggest the fire might have been caused by a tin lamp Siaya: A 78-year-old woman has tragically lost her life after fire broke out on the morning of Monday, 12,...
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1 month ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Harry Ivan Mboto
A deadly arson attack in Ugunja left 9 family members dead, with relatives blaming police negligence for the tragedy Despite multiple threats and a court eviction order, police reportedly failed to act, leaving the family vulnerable As they prepare for the burial, the family demanded justice and urgent support for a dignified send-off of their loved ones TUKO.co.ke journalist Ivan Mboto has over three years of experience reporting on politics and current affairs in Kenya Siaya – Relatives of...
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1 month ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Faith Chandianya
The court has found Stephen Obise, also known as Obisalom Komando, guilty of endangering aircraft safety and security, thus imposing a fine of KSh 500,000 or 18 months in prison This follows Komando being captured in a viral video clinging to a helicopter during renowned Ohangla musician Prince Indah's wedding in Rapogi The helicopter stunt sparked outrage, with many condemning the reckless act and demanding stricter safety measures at takeoff events The Migori High Court on Friday, April 25,...
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1 month ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Florence Owiti |Harry Ivan Mboto
Two passengers died on the spot and several others were injured when a lorry rammed into a matatu along the Siaya-Luanda Road Police suspect the lorry driver may have been speeding or failed to maintain a safe distance, leading to the crash Investigations are underway as authorities urge caution and responsibility on the roads TUKO.co.ke journalist Ivan Mboto has over three years of experience reporting on politics and current affairs in Kenya A tragic road accident occurred on the morning of...
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1 month ago | 
tuko.co.ke | Didacus Malowa |Florence Owiti
Ramba Boys High School has been temporarily closed following student unrest on Thursday, April 24, during which the main gate sentry post was set ablaze Board Chair Stephen Auma confirmed no injuries or major property damage, stating that the situation was swiftly contained by staff and authorities Students were released as a precautionary measure after consultations with the school administration and relevant officials, pending investigations Parents were urged to remain calm, with the...
