Kisumu Stories

DPP seeks transfer of Baby Samantha Pendo murder case to Kisumu over scene access, witness cost
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 02, 2025

Four police officers — John Chengo Masha, Linah Kosgey, Cyprine Robi Wankio, and James Rono — are charged with the 2017 murder of Samantha Pendo in Ki...

Kisumu leads in commercial bank loans as counties borrow Sh8.6 billion in nine months
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 13, 2025

Data by the Central Bank of Kenya shows that Kisumu borrowed Sh1.68 billion from Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) to support operations and pay salaries.

Four police officers charged with murder of Baby Pendo, 39 others in 2017 post-poll chaos
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 05, 2025

This case marks the first time that police officers have been charged under the International Crimes Act, a significant step in the pursuit of justice...

Rights groups decry injustice as charges against 8 officers in Baby Pendo case dropped
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 05, 2025

This comes after the ODPP reviewed the case on Monday and approved charges against only four of the accused individuals, with charges against the rema...

Ruto regime returning Kenya back to Nyayo-era - Governor Nyong’o
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 22, 2025

Nyong'o said the ongoing spat between county governments and the national administration over the management of road funds reflects a calculated effor...

Auditor General questions Ketraco’s Sh431 million land compensation payments
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 14, 2025

Gathungu noted that the company failed to provide clear records of payment recipients, casting doubt on the legitimacy of the disbursements.

Kabras coach Katywa predicts thriller against Oilers in Kenya Cup clash
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 28, 2025

Dubbed as the clash of the weekend, Kabras Sugar and Menengai Oilers go into the match ranked 2nd and 3rd with 44 and 41 points, respectively.

Kisumu County ends Sponsorship for Kisumu All Stars as club faces uncertain future
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 30, 2025

Kisumu All Stars have suffered a major setback after the Kisumu County Government officially ended its financial support for the club. With the FKF Na...

Kenya Railways adds more train trips for holiday travellers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

The new schedule, which comes into effect immediately, will run until January 15, 2025, to accommodate the surge in both Christmas and school holiday...

Cruise ships set to dock in Kisumu as new passenger terminal takes shape
Alfred Onyango  |  Jun 05, 2024

The terminal features a public concourse with ticketing booths, screening spaces, snack areas, and arrival and drop-off zones.

Kenya floods: Ministry says key health services provided at IDP camps
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  May 05, 2024

Amoth highlighted key services such as water chlorination, waste disposal, and immunisation via the dispatch of teams to villages.

Judiciary releases 60 petty offenders in Kisumu to ease prison congestion
Joseph Ndunda  |  Mar 29, 2024

The prison officers recommend the release of offenders based on their post-conviction conduct and their commitment to reform after being jailed, by ma...

Regional trade boost: Annual cargo volume handled at Mombasa Port up 6.2pc
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 26, 2024

The Port of Lamu and Kisumu Port also witnessed substantial growth, indicating a broader regional expansion.

Update: Two people killed, eight injured in Busia accident
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 01, 2024

Six others have been hospitalized following the Friday afternoon collision at Mundika along Busia- Kisumu Road.

Scores killed as bus collides with fuel tanker in Busia
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 01, 2024

Graphic images of bodies burnt beyond recognition have littered social media with rescue teams seeking to put out the fire.

Governor Nyong’o censures Bidco over Israeli trade amid Gaza war
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 20, 2024

This was Nyong'o's second statement on the Gaza war, following one last November in which he noted that "the bloody conflict between Israel and Palest...

Kisumu beat Siaya 3-0 to roar into Eliud Owalo Super Cup finals
Sports Reporter  |  Dec 28, 2023

CS Owalo announced plans to collaborate with officials from major football teams, including those in the Kenya Premier League, to identify and recruit...

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