By Janet Nyanchoka The Controller of Budget (COB) now wants the County Government of Nyamira to clarify who are the genuine officeholders of their County Assembly. The request comes at a time when the crisis-ridden assembly is unable to operate as expected, thus hurting both its internal and external publics. On March 24th, the COB, […]

By KPC Reporter Obuba Ondieki of Nyamemiso village, Kisii County was busy with his chores one day when he received a call from a strange number. He picked the call and the caller was jovial like a long time acquaintance. On the other end was Kenya’s president, William Ruto. “I did not expect the jovial […]

By Francis Orina and Janet Nyanchoka Three suspects linked to the assault of a bereaved woman at the graveside in Nyamira County were arraigned in court Tuesday afternoon. Lameck Ogindo Osero, Robert Bokea Sarudi, and Bismark Ondieki appeared before Nyamira Law Court resident magistrate Beryl Achieng. However, they could not take a plea after the […]

By Francis Orina Controversy continues to dominate the County Assembly of Nyamira as service delivery remains hampered for months now. With workers and assemblers going without pay for over six months now, hope for rescue of the legislative arm of Nyamira County looks distant. The assemblers have lately divided themselves into two factions as they […]

By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha The recent incident in Nyamira, where a widow was forcibly compelled to throw soil into her late husband’s grave, has sparked widespread debate on the intersection of cultural traditions and human rights. Across various African communities, funeral rituals hold deep spiritual and communal significance. One such tradition, common in parts of […]

By KPC Reporter A video that shows a woman being assaulted at a graveside has caused national outrage and condemnation. The footage which has spread like rapid fire has attracted response from the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja. A statement dispatched by police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga Monday evening said three men allegedly appearing in […]

By KPC Reporter When Jack Matara, popularly known as Askari ni Rafiki is given a chance to sing during public meetings in Gusii region, he gives it his all. Matara who is a police officer uses his talent to preach the gospel and make friends. His signature line, Askari ni Rafiki (a police officer is […]

By KPC Reporter Kisii Senator, Richard Onyonka now wants thorough and conclusive investigations to unravel the gruesome killing of four young people in his county early March. Ezra Gichana, Christopher Nyaseti, Mercy Nyaboke and Finley Achoki were shot dead under unclear circumstances on 6th. The incident that has raised more questions than answers occurred at […]

By Kurian Musa Egerton University has reinforced own commitment to internationalizing its academic programs. This initiative became clearer as the University actively participated in the Education Africa Fair, held at Sarit Centre, Westlands, Nairobi. The event, which brought together higher education institutions from across Africa and beyond, provided a platform for engaging with prospective students, […]

By KPC Reporter When the history of Kisii Town is finally written, the authors may have to allocate some pages for one Thomas Oresi, now 86, for the assignment to be complete. A former councilor and retired politician, Oresi contributed significantly to the wellbeing of residents during his hay days. One of the landmarks that […]