Tag Archives: Migori
Government Expands Youth Empowerment Drive with Billions
Jul 10, 2026 at 06:55 PM
By Monica Nashon The government has so far disbursed Sh3 billion to young entrepreneurs under the Youth Employment and Opportunities Programme (YEOP) to empower them. More than 8,000 youths in Kisii, Migori and Nyamira counties are benefiting from the latest phase of the initiative. Speaking during disbursement of the funds in Kisii, Education Cabinet Secretary […]
Doctors Warn of Nyanza-Wide Industrial Action Over Salary Delays
Jun 23, 2026 at 03:48 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has warned several counties over persistent salary delays, threatening a phased industrial action that could disrupt healthcare services if doctors are not paid on time. In a notice dated June 22, 2026, the union’s Nyanza Branch announced a structured escalation plan that will […]
A Life of Impact: Teacher Matilda Okumu Retires After 35 Years of Shaping Lives and Restoring Hope
Apr 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM
By Monica Nashon For 35 years, Mrs. Matilda Okumu dedicated her life to teaching, a profession she loved deeply and pursued with unwavering passion. Her journey in education extended far beyond books and classrooms. It was about shaping lives, restoring hope, and nurturing the dreams of vulnerable girls. Matilda’s path was profoundly influenced by her […]
Stiff Competition as LSK South West Branch Holds Elections
Apr 17, 2026 at 12:19 PM
By Rosemary Mong’ina Branch elections for the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) South West branch kicked off Friday morning, drawing significant participation from advocates seeking to shape the society’s leadership and governance. Voting is underway across key stations in Kisii, Nyamira, Migori, Homa Bay and Kilgoris law courts, where members are electing officials to positions […]
Migori River Bridge Closed as Governor Ayacko Warns of Safety Risk Amid Heavy Rains
Mar 07, 2026 at 02:39 PM
By Monica Nashon Heavy rains pounding Migori have forced the temporary closure of the Migori River Bridge after engineers raised alarm over its structural integrity. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) announced the move following consultations with county and national officials, citing rising water levels and damage that could endanger lives. Governor Ochilo Ayacko […]
Floods Cut Off Roads as Rivers Burst Banks, Lives Lost in Nairobi
Mar 07, 2026 at 01:11 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Heavy rains pounding several parts of Kenya have caused rivers to burst their banks, cutting off major roads and leaving a trail of destruction. This is even as lives were reported lost in parts of Nairobi following flash floods on Friday evening and through the night. Authorities say the torrential rains have […]
Relief for Migori Nurses as Union and County Government Seal Agreement
Aug 18, 2025 at 07:27 PM
By KPC Reporter After days of tense negotiations and mounting uncertainty in Migori County’s health sector, nurses can finally breathe a sigh of relief. A landmark agreement between the Kenya Union of Nurses (KNUN- Migori branch) and the county government has resolved long-standing grievances, paving the way for improved working conditions and restored services across […]
Two Dead In Migori As Shakahola Memories Bounce Back
Apr 22, 2025 at 07:42 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Two people have reportedly died at Kamagambo, Migori County amid fears that they belonged to a church that engaged in cultic activities. 57 people were rescued from the church, as the incident reminded residents of the Shakahola Massacre that shocked the country and world in 2023. Police said they first received a […]