Author name: Wycliff

By Orenge Wycliff President Ruto’s Political Chess Game: Aiming for 2027 and Beyond President William Ruto has proven to be a leader of resilience, strategic maneuvering, and political surprises. As the 2027 general elections approach, his ambitions for re-election are becoming increasingly evident. His current moves suggest a well-calculated plan to secure a second term,

By Orenge Wycliff Raila Odinga Falls Short in African Union Commission Chairmanship Election The African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson election took place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with 49 member states participating. Six other countries were suspended and, therefore, did not take part in the voting process. According to the AU regulations, the chairperson is elected

By Orenge Wycliff On Monday, seven appointed members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) selection panel took their oath of office in a ceremony presided over by Chief Justice Martha Koome at the Supreme Court of Kenya. The new panel members—Kiome Lindah Gakii, Prof. Oloo Adams, James Evans Misati, Nicodemus Kipchirchir Bore, Amb.

By Orenge Wycliff Senator Richard Onyonka Declines Invitation to New Year’s Eve Dinner in Protest of Government’s Handling of Abductions and Rights Violations Nairobi Kenya: In a powerful statement made on December 31, 2024, Hon. Richard Momoima Onyonka, the Senator for Kisii County, expressed his deep disappointment and concern over the state of affairs in

By Orenge Wycliff Into the Story Opposition Politician and Protesters Arrested in Kenya amid Abduction Protests In Nairobi, Kenya, an opposition senator and several other demonstrators were detained during street protests on Monday, demanding an end to the reported abductions of young government critics. Senator Okiya Omtatah was among hundreds of protesters who gathered in

By Orenge Wycliff Motonto Business Community Celebrates the Launch of New Market by Kisii County Government Kisii, Kenya The Motonto Business Community is celebrating a major milestone following the launch of their new market, marking a significant improvement in the area’s commercial infrastructure. This modern facility promises to bring organization and comfort to the bustling

By Orenge Wycliff Police Hunt Gang of Bodaboda Riders Who Lynched University Student in Kibera, Nairobi Police in Nairobi are currently searching for a gang of bodaboda riders involved in the brutal lynching of a university student in Kibera, Nairobi, on Sunday, November 17. The tragic incident, which unfolded late at night outside a popular

By Orenge Wycliff Ruto’s Controversial Ndabibi Farm Acquisition: Justice for 140,000 Kenyans Still Elusive In the heart of Kenya’s expansive Rift Valley lies the controversial Ndabibi farm, a 5,000-acre stretch of land that has become a symbol of the country’s long-standing land disputes. At the center of this dispute is President William Ruto, who claims

By Orenge Wycliff Spotlight on 16 Days of Activism: Rallying Against Gender-Based Violence in Kisii Civil society Organizations and workers from the Kisii county Department of Health Matching in the streets with banners, raising awareness against GBV Photo | Orenge Wycliff The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) has begun, with civil society

By Orenge Wycliff China’s Ambassador to Kenya Amb. Zhou Pingjian Shaking Hands With Kisii County Governor Simba Arati as he receives him to Kisii county. Photo | Orenge Wycliff On a momentous day for Kisii County, the Governor, Hon. Simba Arati, welcomed the Chinese Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Zhou Pingjian, for a courtesy visit. The

By Orenge Wycliff Kenyan-Born Huldah Hiltsley Momanyi Makes History as First Kenyan-American to Secure Seat in Minnesota House of Representatives Kisii, Kenya, November 6, 2024 — In a historic victory that has captivated both Kenyan and American political circles, Huldah Hiltsley Momanyi has made history by securing a seat in the Minnesota House of Representatives.

 Booksellers Association of Kenya Raises Alarm over Dead Stock and Sustainability Concerns amid Curriculum Changes By orenge Wycliff Kisii, Kenya – The Book Sellers Association of Kenya (BSAK) has raised a distress call regarding the mounting dead stock of books in their shops, attributing the crisis to recent changes in the national education curriculum and

By Orenge Wycliff Government Gazettes Public Holiday for Swearing-in of Prof. Kithure Kindiki as New Deputy President Nairobi, Kenya – October 31, 2024 — A significant shift in Kenya’s political landscape is set to unfold tomorrow, Friday, November 1, 2024, as the government has declared a public holiday to facilitate the swearing-in of Professor Kithure

Safaricom Refutes Claims of Data Sharing with Police, Stands by Privacy Policies By Orenge Wycliff Telecommunications provider Safaricom has clarified its stance on customer data privacy, affirming that it only discloses data to law enforcement when mandated by a court order. This announcement follows a report from the Daily Nation, which alleged that telcos provide

Newspaper Story U.S. Ambassador Meg Whitman Visits Kisii County, Pledges Support for Soapstone and Pyrethrum Industries Kisii County recently welcomed the U.S. Ambassador to Kenya, Mrs. Meg Whitman, on her first visit to the region. During her two-day visit, Ambassador Whitman highlighted several initiatives aimed at boosting economic development in the county, with a focus

By Orenge Wycliff Nandi Senator, Samson Cherargei who proposed the increment of the presidential term limit Photo | Curtesy Kenyans Rally Against Proposed Presidential Term Limit Increase In a country where democratic values are deeply cherished, the recent proposal to increase the presidential term limit from five to seven years has ignited a fierce backlash

by Orenge Wycliff Kenya’s Deputy President Impeached by Senate Over 11 Charges Nairobi: In a historic decision, Kenya’s Deputy President has been impeached by the Senate following a heated session that saw the upper house uphold the National Assembly’s resolution to remove him from office. The Deputy President faced a total of 11 charges, with

By Orenge Wycliff Education CS Hon. Migos Ogamba Issues Stern Warning Against Exam Cheating In a decisive address at Ciala Technical Training Institute, during the tree planting day for Migori County, Education Cabinet Secretary Hon. Migos Ogamba emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. With only three weeks remaining before

By Orenge Wycliff, Reporter “I Am Not a Sellout”: Kasmuel MCoure Defends His Integrity Amid Criticism Over Silence on Morara Kebaso’s Attack Kenya’s vibrant Gen Z sensation, Kasmuel MCoure, is fighting back against accusations that he has abandoned the very cause that catapulted him to fame: advocating for the disenfranchised youth. The young activist, who

By Orenge Wycliff Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Vows to Fight Impeachment: “I Will Not Resign” In a dramatic turn of events, Kenya’s Deputy President, H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, has firmly declared that he will not resign from his position despite facing impeachment proceedings. During a press briefing held today, Gachagua addressed the nation, dispelling widespread speculations

By Orenge Wycliff Image Curtesy-Fair Use Tea Farmers in Kisii Region Upset Over Low Bonuses, Demand Equity Kisii, Kenya – Tea farmers in the Kisii region are expressing deep dissatisfaction over this year’s low tea bonuses, which have significantly dropped compared to previous years. Farmers from Zone 11, which includes the Kiamokama, Rianyamwamu, Itumbe, Nyamache,