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Order a long-term news report on Vihiga County
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… Kenyans have always put their trust in experienced politicians for the presidency, and their choice is President Ruto,” Wetang’ula said during a women’s empowerment drive at Jepkoyayi Grounds in Hamisi Constituency, Vihiga County. …
‘There is no miracle,’ Wetangula says impossible for first-time Senator to become PresidentCapital News
… Speaking during a women’s empowerment drive in Hamisi Constituency, Vihiga County, Wetangula argued that aspiring presidents should learn from Kenya’s political history before seeking the country’s top seat. …
Wetangula: Sifuna too green for presidencyCitizen Digital
… These figures reflect cases handled at the facility and should not be interpreted as the prevalence of mental illness across Vihiga County. …
When mental health struggles go unheardCitizen Digital
… ber 12, 2026 08:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize One person has died, and three others sustained injuries in a road accident along the Kakamega-Kisumu highway at Ehendwe in Vihiga County …
One dead, three injured in Kakamega-Kisumu road accidentThe Standard
… ing continued government support for special schools across the country. “Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and achieve their dreams, regardless of their abilities or circumstances,” Mudavadi said.He spoke at Kaimosi Comprehensive Special School in Vihiga County …
Mudavadi: Learners with special needs deserves equal opportunitiesThe Standard
… Two years ago in Luanda, Vihiga County, thieves broke into a church, reportedly urinated inside and cooked food before making away with valuables. …
Kill, steal and cleanse: Worry as churches become targets of criminalsThe Standard
… Beyond providing information on individual programmes, the government is seeking to link beneficiaries to different agencies so that entrepreneurs can access complementary services rather than relying on a single intervention.The CS spoke in Mbale, Vihiga County, where the nation …
Government rolls out nationwide support drive for small businessesThe Standard
… In Vihiga County, efforts to close that gap received a major boost after the county government received life-saving maternal, newborn and child health equipment worth Sh50 million through the Momentum Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) project. …
Vihiga's fight to save mothers gets boostThe Standard
A 96-year-old woman died on Tuesday night after she was trapped inside her burning house at Lwombei village in Vihiga County. …
Elderly woman dies in house fire in VihigaCitizen Digital
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Gachagua declines NCIC summons, cites foreign tripNational Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has dismissed the possibility of a first-time Member of Parliament winning the 2027 presidential election, arguing that Kenya's political history shows all former presidents gained adequate political experience before seeking the top seat.
23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has dismissed the possibility of a first-time Member of Parliament winning the 2027 presidential election, arguing that Kenya's political history shows all former presidents gained adequate political experience before seeking the top seat.
23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has criticized Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's presidential ambitions, arguing that Kenya needs a leader with sufficient political experience. Wetangula cited former presidents and President William Ruto as examples of leaders who gained valuable political experience before becoming president.
23 October 2026 · Capital News →
Some Kenyan families experience mental-health difficulties triggered by loss or hardship but struggle to understand what is happening, whether grief, substance use, medical conditions, or other causes—and this interpretation determines whether a person receives professional care, isolation, or violence.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
One person died and three others were injured when a motorcycle travelling at high speed lost control and collided with a stationary lorry along the Kakamega-Kisumu highway at Ehendwe in Vihiga County on Sunday evening. Residents have raised concerns about road safety at the location and called on the Kenya National Highways Authority to address hazardous sections.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi reaffirmed the government's commitment to inclusive education for learners with special needs, laying the foundation stone for a Sh9 million girls' dormitory at Kaimosi Comprehensive Special School to accommodate 166 learners and improve living conditions.
11 October 2026 · The Standard →
Churches in Western Kenya are increasingly being broken into, with valuable equipment stolen and guards attacked. A church guard was murdered inside a church compound in Makunga, Kakamega County, marking an escalation in crimes targeting places of worship that have traditionally been regarded as safe spaces.
2 October 2026 · The Standard →
The government has launched a nationwide initiative, coordinated across more than a dozen agencies, to expand access to finance, skills and markets for millions of small businesses. The drive, which brings together 15 sector experts to guide entrepreneurs, aims to address information gaps and help small-scale traders access available financing and market opportunities across all counties.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →
Vihiga County received life-saving maternal, newborn and child health equipment worth Sh50 million through the Momentum Country and Global Leadership project in partnership with Jhpiego, intended to strengthen reproductive health services and reduce maternal, neonatal and under-five deaths. The collaboration has previously trained approximately 1,700 health workers and supported newborn services at Vihiga Teaching and Referral Hospital and the Emuhaya Newborn Unit.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →
A 96-year-old woman died on Tuesday night after becoming trapped inside her burning house at Lwombei village in Vihiga County.
27 August 2026 · The Standard →
Fifteen Members of Parliament have condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for gender-based political violence, intimidation, and attacks targeting women leaders and women associated with political opponents. The legislators said political disagreements should not devolve into personal attacks or the targeting of women because of their gender, marital status, or political affiliations.
26 August 2026 · The Standard →
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua declined an NCIC summons to appear on August 27, stating he will be out of the country on a pre-planned foreign trip from August 26 to October 20. The commission had summoned him to assist with investigations into remarks allegedly made at various public events.
21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Boxing League's third leg takes place on Thursday in Vihiga County, with league champions Kenya Police seeking to close an 11-point gap against Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), who lead the standings with 49 points. Boxers are competing for places in the national team for international assignments before year-end.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has summoned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to appear before it over alleged utterances under investigation for possible violations relating to hate speech and incitement. The investigations relate to various utterances allegedly made by Gachagua on different dates and at public forums, including an alleged utterance made on February 23, 2026, at Gusii Stadium in Kisii County.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 47-year-old man was found dead in stagnant water in Khwiliba, Vihiga County, after being reported missing from his home on Saturday. Residents have appealed to authorities to drain the water, citing safety concerns after two deaths linked to the stagnant water.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Kwanza leaders, including President William Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet, intensified campaigns for Ruto's second term during a women empowerment programme in Sabatia Constituency, Vihiga County on Friday. The leaders attacked former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of financing the opposition, and argued that the opposition lacked a clear agenda.
14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged Kenyans to distinguish between popular leaders and those who rely on populism, cautioning voters against electing politicians who are bitter, vengeful, and vindictive. Mudavadi told more than 6,000 youths at a church conference in Vihiga County that some politicians appeal to crowds by telling them what they want to hear rather than addressing issues honestly.
14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has assured Kenyans of free, fair and credible elections on Tuesday August 10, 2027, dismissing opposition claims that elections will not be peaceful and calling those spreading such messages "enemies of democracy."
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, a Jubilee Party presidential hopeful, hosted Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition leaders at his Karen office to discuss strengthening coordination within the United Alternative Government and aligning opposition strategy ahead of the 2027 General Election.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi visited Mudete Tea Factory in Vihiga County to assure tea farmers that the government is committed to addressing challenges facing Kenya's tea industry, including high taxation, poor road infrastructure, fluctuating global prices, pests and diseases. He urged farmers to remain patient and continue investing while the government pursues policy reforms through the Ministry of Agriculture.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Orange Democratic Movement has appointed Vihiga Governor Wilber Ottichilo as county patron, replacing Senator Godfrey Osotsi, as part of a broader party reorganisation ahead of the 2027 elections. Party leaders attributed the reshuffle to the need for committed officials and said the party had experienced internal divisions and lack of direction in the county.
19 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Timely Kenya opinion poll places Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi ahead in the county's 2027 gubernatorial race with 40 percent support, 13.5 percentage points ahead of his closest challenger Kahi Indimuli at 26.5 percent. The survey of 1,200 registered voters, conducted July 2–12, shows Osotsi leading in three of five constituencies.
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Timely Kenya survey of 1,200 registered voters places Senator Godfrey Osotsi at 40 percent support in the Vihiga gubernatorial race, leading his nearest challenger Kahi Indimuli by 13.5 percentage points. Osotsi leads in three of five constituencies, while Indimuli has stronger support in Hamisi and Vihiga.
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto announced that Eldoret City will host the 2026 Mashujaa Day celebrations on October 20, jointly organized by Uasin Gishu, Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet counties—a departure from previous single-county hosting arrangements.
14 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Vihiga County Government has accelerated implementation of its five-year strategic plan to strengthen markets, expand financial inclusion, and promote partnerships across trade, tourism, and cooperative sectors. The plan aims to address structural challenges that have slowed economic growth and foster inclusive socio-economic development through multi-sectoral collaboration.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Farmers in Vihiga County, western Kenya, face shrinking harvests as Kibiri Forest disappears, and are rediscovering traditional practices to restore the ecosystem. One farmer reports that her one-acre plot, which once fed her family, now produces much less, linking the forest loss to deteriorating farm productivity.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PS Dr Raymond Omollo has praised the enactment of the Sovereign Wealth Fund Act, recently assented to by President William Ruto, as establishing a legal framework for managing and investing revenues from Kenya's natural resources to ensure long-term national benefit. Omollo noted that Kenya previously lacked a comprehensive mechanism to preserve proceeds from natural resource exploitation for future generations.
11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has demanded the immediate gazettement and implementation of a 12 per cent general wage increase announced by President William Ruto during Labour Day celebrations, saying recent wage adjustments focused only on the statutory minimum wage instead of the broader increase promised to all workers.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is establishing a unified professional training framework for surveying, geomatics and geospatial engineering to align graduate skills with emerging technologies and the country's digital transformation agenda. The initiative responds to rapid advances in AI, GIS, drone mapping and other geospatial technologies, and follows a consultative meeting convened by the Land Surveyors' Board.
9 July 2026 · The Standard →
A 20-year-old man in Chanzeywe Village, Vihiga County, is suspected of stabbing his mother-in-law, Ebby Mahugi, to death in what police believe was a domestic dispute. The victim's daughter said she had separated from the suspect and that he had previously threatened her and her family members before the fatal attack.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has called on communities to work closely with government administrators and village elders to strengthen community security and address emerging challenges. He stated that a secure environment is essential for economic growth and that identifying challenges early through such partnerships helps support vulnerable youth and create safe spaces for families and businesses.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →