Fear and tension have gripped residents of Motonyoni village in Masaba South, Kisii County, after several goats were killed in what locals suspect was a leopard attack during a night raid. The incident, which occurred on Thursday night, left at least two villagers counting losses after the mysterious animal reportedly stormed homesteads and attacked livestock before disappearing into nearby bushes. Residents woke up on Friday to distressing scenes of dead and injured goats scattered around their compounds, with visible bite marks and deep claw injuries suggesting the involvement of a wild predator. At least four goats were killed during the…
Author: Magati Obebo
Kisii County Nominated Senator Essy Okenyuri has urged students to steer clear of drug and substance abuse. She said already the vice is steadily eroding the future of young people across the country. Speaking during a visit to St Francis Metembe High School in Bomachoge Borabu on Friday, the senator challenged learners to remain disciplined, focused on their studies and resistant to peer pressure. “Your future is precious. Do not gamble it away through drugs and bad company,” she told the students. “The choices you make today will determine the life you live tomorrow.” Okenyuri is expected to vie for…
Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba has announced an expansion of investigations into school heads accused of imposing illegal levies, warning that more institutions could be implicated. The move comes just days after the interdiction of the principal of Alliance Girls High School by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) over an unauthorised fee increase. “What is currently ailing Alliance Girls could be duplicated elsewhere, and we must act decisively as a government,” Ogamba said during a press briefing in Kisii. The CS was speaking at Kisii National Polytechnic during the institution’s sixth graduation ceremony on Thursday. He issued a stern warning…
The political contest for Nyaribari Chache parliamentary seat has taken a new twist after Communications Authority board official Okeng’o Nyambane declared his bid, setting up a potentially bruising battle with incumbent MP Zaheer Jhanda. Nyambane’s entry adds to a growing field of aspirants seeking to unseat Jhanda, who is expected to defend his seat on a ticket allied to William Ruto’s camp ahead of the next General Election. Also in the race is Dr. Joseph Birundu, a close associate of Fred Matiang’i, who is widely seen as re-emerging in national politics with a potential presidential bid. Nyambane has already begun…
Kisii County Senator Richard Momoima Onyonka Wednesday announced the sudden death of his mother Teresia Nyaboke Omoke. The Matriarch passed om the age of 81 while receiving treatment at Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi. In a heartfelt message,Senator Onyonka described his late mother as a strong, loving, and dedicated matriarch whose life deeply shaped his values and public service journey. He joined family members, relatives, and leaders from across the country in mourning the loss, noting that her passing is a great blow not only to the family but also to those who knew her closely. Mama Teresia had been…
Youthful Kisii politician Duke Mainga has announced a dramatic political shift, cutting ties with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and declaring his intention to vie for the Bomachoge Borabu parliamentary seat in the next General Election. Mainga, once considered an ally of President William Ruto, said his decision was informed by a “growing disconnect” between local priorities and the national political agenda he had previously supported. While he avoided directly criticising the President, his remarks signalled a clear break from the ruling coalition’s influence in Kisii, particularly following the entry of Fred Matiang’i into the presidential race. “I have…
Hospitals across Nyamira County have received a major boost after Governor Amos Nyaribo flagged off a Sh100 million consignment of essential medicines to health facilities across the region. The assorted drugs, supplied by the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority, are expected to ease persistent shortages that have plagued public hospitals and improve access to critical treatment. The consignment will be distributed to all 116 public health facilities in the county. The flag-off ceremony, held outside the Governor’s office, comes just weeks after Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale criticized the county government over alleged underperformance in healthcare service delivery. Speaking during the…
A grieving family in Motonyoni village in Masaba South, Kisii County, has sparked national concern after conducting a symbolic burial for their relative due to an unpaid mortuary bill. The family of Obadiah Obwogo Nyasing’a, already struggling financially, had hoped to raise funds through community contributions and WhatsApp appeals to secure the release of the body. However, three months later, the accumulating morgue fees had risen beyond their reach. Faced with no alternatives, the family made the painful decision to proceed with funeral rites without the body. On Tuesday, relatives, neighbours, and local leaders gathered at the homestead, where a…
The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has cautioned the public against engaging unlicensed insurance providers, warning of a surge in fraudulent activities within the sector. The alert follows a growing number of complaints from Kenyans who have fallen victim to unscrupulous agents posing as legitimate brokers. In many cases, these agents collect premiums but fail to remit them to registered insurers, leaving clients without valid cover when claims arise. Victims often discover the deception only after suffering losses—such as road accidents or medical emergencies—only to find their policies were never genuine. IRA Corporate Communications and Public Relations Officer Evans Kibagendi said…
A Kisii University lecturer has officially declared his bid to unseat incumbent Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka, setting the stage for a closely watched political contest in Kisii County. Dr Denis Masenge announced on Sunday during an interview, positioning himself as a reform-oriented candidate keen on ushering in a new leadership approach in the county. The political science lecturer, known for his outspoken views on governance and youth empowerment, emphasized transparency, accountability, and inclusive development as the pillars of his campaign. “My decision to vie is informed by the desire to offer transformative leadership that reflects the aspirations of our people,”…
Jubilee Party presidential hopeful Fred Matiang’i has assured aspirants that the party will conduct free, fair, and transparent primaries, insisting there will be “no sacred cows” in the nomination process. Speaking during a meeting with aspirants in Borabu on Friday, Matiang’i said there was no cause for concern, noting that systems have been put in place to guarantee credible internal elections. He emphasized that there would be no favoritism when the party convenes to determine its flagbearers. “That is a foregone conclusion—those who will lose must support those who win so that we can forge a united front going forward,”…
Presidential hopeful Fred Matiang’i has pledged a tough crackdown on violent gangs and politically linked criminal networks if elected president, warning that rising “goonism” threatens Kenya’s stability and democracy. Speaking Friday at a Jubilee Party aspirants’ meeting in Kijauri, Borabu Constituency in Nyamira County, the former Interior Cabinet Secretary said he would restore order through firm policing and accountability within security agencies. “I was once the Interior Security CS—this nonsense must come to an end. Kenya must never again be held hostage by criminal gangs operating under political protection,” said Matiang’i, who served under former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Matiang’i cautioned…
Farmers across the Nyanza region have been urged to stay alert against counterfeit agricultural inputs, as stakeholders intensify efforts to tackle the widespread problem of fake farm products in Kenya. The awareness initiative, held in Kisii and spearheaded by Bayer East Africa in partnership with Dekalb Seed Company, aims to protect farmers from significant losses linked to substandard inputs. Counterfeit agricultural products—including fake seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides—continue to pose serious long-term risks to the sector. Experts warn that repeated use of poor-quality seeds can result in declining crop quality and weakened genetic integrity, leaving crops more vulnerable to pests, diseases,…
Preparations are complete for the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections set to begin Thursday across Kisii County, with party officials expressing confidence in a smooth and secure exercise. Regional Party Administrator Caleb Ondieki confirmed that all logistical and security arrangements have been finalized. He said the party has received firm assurances from security agencies, coordinated through the County Commissioner, that the process will proceed without disruption. “Our members should feel safe to come out and participate. Adequate security has been guaranteed,” said Ondieki. Speaking at Itierio Girls Boarding School during an inspection tour, Ondieki—who will also serve as the…
A Member of County Assembly (MCA) from Kisii County has raised alarm over alleged death threats, claiming his life is in danger. Bouse Mairura, a ward representative in Kisii, says he has been receiving a series of disturbing phone calls and text messages from unknown individuals targeting him over his political stance. Mairura, who is affiliated with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), is known for his outspoken criticism of a senior local politician said to be spearheading President William Ruto’s two-term political push in the region. Speaking on Saturday, the MCA revealed that the threats have been sent from…