Laura Otieno
246 Articles
Senior citizens in Siaya receive national ID cards for the first time
The residents, most of whom had lost their identification cards in the 80s expressed renewed hope in getting access to key government services.The Lunyu dispensary was on Wednesday swarmed with residents of Usonga ward in Siaya County; while the young stood in line, the old were given first priority...
Family seeks justice as man dies after alleged assault by Assistant Chief
Thirty-nine-year-old Eric Mokaya reportedly sustained serious injuries in December after he was allegedly attacked by the area assistant chief over claims that he was transporting illicit brew.
Race to sustainability: Kenya’s steps to implementing the Bamako Convention
In 2025, a study published in the Journal of sustainable research in Engineering found traces of microplastics in Nairobi, Ngong and Mathare rivers with a concentration of between 0.22 to 0.92 particles per litre.
Confusion persists as parents flock to Senior Schools amid Grade 10 placement review
The rush follows the opening of a second review window on Monday, with the Ministry of Education directing that the process be initiated at the senior schools of choice.
Oburu Oginga says ODM yet to decide on UDA engagement ahead of 2027
Speaking in Siaya County, Oburu reiterated that the party has not signed any coalition agreement and is currently focused on strengthening its membership before engaging in any form of negotiations.
Clergy use Christmas pulpit to call for unity and action from leaders
Speaking during Christmas Day services, Nyeri Catholic Archbishop Anthony Muheria urged the political class to move beyond promises and demonstrate sincerity, empathy and transparency in addressing the challenges confronting ordinary citizens.
Over 30 houses torched, scores injured in fresh Trans Mara South clashes
Hundreds of residents have sought refuge in nearby schools as tensions escalate in a conflict reportedly instigated by a land dispute. The renewed clashes have so far left four people dead and property of unknown value destroyed.
2025 KJSEA: KNEC explains how learners' results were calculated
KNEC says the results featured the KPSEA performance reports, school-based assessment scores for Grade 7, performance in three projects administered in Grade 9, as well as the performance in the summative assessment that was done in November.
Duale dismisses claims Kenya will share personal medical records with US
In a statement issued on Sunday, Duale maintained that the agreement only permits the exchange of aggregated health data, insisting that no unique personal identifiers—including individual medical files—will be accessible to the US government.
Kenyan police recruitment begins smoothly as thousands turn out nationwide
The drive, aimed at bolstering the National Police Service (NPS) after a three-year recruitment hiatus, attracted significant interest—although a number of candidates were turned away for failing to meet basic requirements.