Taita Taveta Senator Jones Mwaruma has confidently declared that the county will remain a firm stronghold of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. His remarks come amidst emerging discussions regarding a potential constituency-sharing or “zoning” agreement between ODM and the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. Speaking in Voi town after attending a Sunday church…
A group of women leaders has called on Kenyans to support President William Ruto’s bid for a second term, citing what they described as his strong development record and commitment to inclusive governance. Led by Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru, the leaders spoke during a women empowerment event hosted by Taita Taveta Woman Representative Lydia Haika…
Several politicians expected to contest Kenya’s 2027 gubernatorial elections have emerged among the country’s highest-rated elected leaders in a new nationwide survey by research firm Infotrak, underscoring their growing political influence ahead of the polls. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, who has declared his bid for the Nairobi governorship, topped the ranking of Members of…
Lawmakers are set to consider a petition seeking reforms to Kenya’s inheritance laws in a move aimed at reducing delays in succession cases and unlocking billions of shillings tied up in unadministered estates. The petition, filed by former Taita Taveta Governor John Mruttu and 22 others, argues that lengthy succession processes prevent productive assets, particularly…
President William Ruto has officially assented to the Finance Bill 2026 during a signing ceremony held at State House, Nairobi today. The presidential assent marks the final legislative milestone for the bill, transforming it into law and clearing the way for the government to implement its fiscal framework for the upcoming financial year. The signing…
More than 300 people have died from an outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), as the country intensifies efforts to contain the deadly disease. According to a statement from the DRC’s Ministry of Communication and Media, a total of1,155 people have been confirmed infected with Ebola, 304 have died from…
A county-wide verification and registration exercise under the Inua Jamii Cash Transfer Programme is bringing renewed hope to Turkana’s most vulnerable residents, with officials targeting older persons aged 70 and above and other eligible groups. The Inua Jamii programme is a government social protection initiative that provides monthly financial support to vulnerable Kenyans to improve…
Residents of Loyoro and Napeget villages in Kangatotha Ward now have renewed hope for clean and reliable water after the Turkana County Government commissioned two upgraded rural water supply projects. Implemented by the Turkana Rural Water Services Company (TURWASCO) in partnership with Feed the Children Kenya, the projects were officially handed over on Thursday, July…
Legal proceedings in the Utumishi Girls School murder case are currently underway via virtual format, with the Kibera High Court issuing an order to exclude members of the media from the session. The eight suspects, who face murder charges connected to a catastrophic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Secondary School in Gilgil, are participating in…
The Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs has launched a public participation exercise in Marsabit County to gather community views on three draft mining bills and sensitize residents on existing regulations. The legislative framework under review focuses on three critical areas including mineral value addition, safety, and explosives. During a public workshop held…
