Governor Nyong’o appeals to state departments with helicopters to help rescue flood victims in Kisumu
Kisumu governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o has appealed to state departments with helicopters including the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), the Kenya Wildlife Services, and the Kenya Forest Service to intervene and help rescue flood victims in the county. In his statement, the county head noted that the flood situation had worsened after River Nyando burst its […]
7 people killed in horrific road accident in Kisumu
At least seven people lost their lives after a lorry collided with a matatu at Nyalunya along the Katito-Homa Bay road in Kisumu County on Wednesday evening February 21, 2024. Nyanza Regional Traffic Enforcement Officer Allan Mwangi confirmed the accident saying police are still investigating the matter. “So far seven people have lost their lives […]
Nyong’o lauds Murkomen over decision to extend SGR to Kisumu
Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has lauded Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen for announcing the extension of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) to Kisumu. In a statement, Nyong’o said if implemented, the extension of the SGR to Kisumu spur business growth in Kisumu and surrounding areas. “I would like to thank Transport Cabinet Secretary Hon Kipchumba […]
Anyang’ Nyong’o demands investigation after Kisumu accident claimed 17 lives
Kisumu Governor Professor Anyang’ Nyong’o has asked the police to open investigations following an increased number of accidents in the Nyanza region. In a statement on Monday, January 29, 2023, Nyong’o pointed out a possible laxity in the traffic police department leading to increased accidents. His statement comes hours after a bus belonging to Super […]
Super Metro bus involved in freak accident in Kisumu
A bus belonging to Super Metro was on Monday, January 29, 2024, involved in a fatal accident on the Kisumu-Kericho highway. The accident, which occurred in the wee morning hours, involved the Super Metro bus and a lorry at the Ahero Junction in Kisumu County. The Super Metro bus was heading to Nairobi from Kampala. […]
Drivers spilling sugarcane stems on tarmac roads within Kisumu City to be fined Ksh10,000
Sugarcane transporters and animal herders will have to rethink their movements within Kisumu City as authorities rein them in. Grazing animals within Kisumu city or animals found loitering within the Central Business District (CBD) will now attract a fine of Ksh1,000 as the authorities move fast to promote cleanliness in the city. Cane transporters found […]
8 patients ‘detained’ in Father John Pesa’s church rescued
Eight patients were on Saturday rescued after the Senate Adhoc Committee investigating the proliferation of rogue religious organizations raided a church in Kisumu. The patients were being held at the Holy Ghost Coptic Church and were allegedly being prayed for by the church. The developments come as the government tightens the noose on churches believed […]