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 […]

By KPC Reporter Siaya Governor James Orengo has claimed that his political tour of Homa Bay County was disrupted by violence allegedly orchestrated by his opponents. Even so, he declared the visit a success and vowed to continue his political engagements in the region. In a statement released after the tour, Orengo alleged that his […]

By KPC Reporter The Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA) has responded to growing protests in Siaya County over the proposed establishment of Kenya’s first nuclear power plant. NuPEA assured residents that the project will not proceed without public involvement and consent. In a press statement issued on Saturday, NuPEA CEO Justus Wabuyabo acknowledged concerns […]

By KPC Reporter A public exchange between Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and her Siaya counterpart James Orengo has continued to attract public attention, spilling into the streets as groups took opposing positions on the dispute. In Homa Bay, women demonstrated in solidarity with Wanga and condemned remarks they considered demeaning, while another section of […]

By KPC Reporter Siaya County governor James Orengo, has raised alarm over what he terms as an “abrupt and unprocedural” withdrawal of his personal and residential security detail by the National Police Service. In a strongly worded protest seen by KPC on Wednesday addressed to the Inspector General of Police, Orengo condemned the move, stating […]

Earlier, Siaya Governor James Orengo avoided a similar fate by appearing before the Senate’s County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC). -KPC By Robert Nyasato The Senate is ramping up its oversight role, signaling the end of what has long been seen as evasive tactics by some county governors. In a major shift, senators are now issuing […]

By KPC Reporter President William Samoei Ruto on Sunday launched the Siaya Community Digital Hub in Bondo Town, describing the facility as a major step in empowering youth through digital skills, innovation and access to global online opportunities. The launch, attended by national and county leaders including Oburu Oginga, signals growing government investment in grassroots […]

By KPC Sports Correspondent Kenyan para athlete Stency Neema delivered a commanding performance as the Para Athletics National Trials officially kicked off on Friday at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium in Siaya Town. Neema, who also competes in para-badminton and para-taekwondo, stamped her authority in the T47 women’s 100m and 200m races, winning both events […]

By Ongaga Ongaga and Courtesy An Osprey, a long-distance migratory bird of prey from Russia, has made an unexpected stopover in Siaya County, drawing excitement among residents and wildlife experts. The fish-eating raptor, identified by a Russian tag attached to its left leg, was discovered early Friday morning after getting entangled in a fishing net […]

By Janet Nyamwamu Kisii County has drawn sharp criticism in the Senate for repeated violations of fiscal responsibility laws, with legislators alarmed by its surging wage bill and disregard for public finance management regulations. Governors from Kisii and Siaya appeared before the Senate to report on the implementation of recommendations stemming from the Auditor General’s […]