Bomet Woman, 63, Graduates With First-Class Honors in ICT
In a world that often equates digital literacy with youth, 63-year-old Monica Chepkorir is quietly rewriting the rules. ​Hailing from the quiet rural community of Kamureito Village in Sotik Sub-County, Chepkorir stood shoulder-to-shoulder with classmates decades her junior as she graduated from Kaplong Vocational Training Centre. Not only did she complete her studies in Information…
Six Dead, Five Rescued After Eight-Storey Building Collapses Along Mombasa Road
Six people have died and five others rescued alive after an eight-storey building under construction collapsed along Mombasa Road, near the SGR Terminus in Nairobi, on Friday morning. According to a situation report issued by the Nairobi City County emergency response team, the incident occurred at approximately 9:52 a.m., with preliminary reports indicating that the…
Ruto, Sifuna emerge joint frontrunners in latest 2027 Presidential opinion poll
President William Ruto and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna have emerged as joint frontrunners in the race for the 2027 presidential election, according to the latest opinion poll by TIFA Research. The survey shows both leaders commanding 31 per cent support, placing them ahead of other potential presidential contenders as political competition intensifies ahead of the…
TIFA: Gachagua blamed for opposition disagreements as 2027 elections near
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has emerged as the opposition leader most frequently blamed for divisions within the opposition, according to a new survey by TIFA Research. The survey indicates that 43 per cent of opposition supporters believe Gachagua is primarily responsible for disagreements among opposition leaders, placing him significantly ahead of other political figures….
Bomet University Crowned Champions at KUSF Rift Conference Soccer Finals
Bomet University has cemented its status as a collegiate football powerhouse after being crowned Double Champions at the Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) Rift Conference Soccer Finals, hosted at the University of Eldoret. ​In a remarkable display of athletic dominance and teamwork, both the university’s men’s and women’s soccer teams clinched top honors in their…
Heavy rains destroy 2 classrooms at Kericho School; residents seek urgent help
Two classrooms at Chegecha School in Tilito village, Kericho County, have been destroyed by heavy rains and strong winds, raising concerns over the safety and learning arrangements of pupils when schools resume. The classrooms, located in Chepseon Ward, Kipkelion East Constituency, were brought down on Monday, November 9, 2026, at around 6pm following hours of…
IRA announces 49 job vacancies in new recruitment drive
The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has announced 49 job vacancies across various departments, opening up employment opportunities for Kenyans seeking positions in the public sector. In a career advertisement, the regulator said it was seeking to recruit professionals to fill vacancies in supervision, actuarial services, human resource management, administration, finance, information technology, corporate communication and…
Murkomen sends message to international community over 2027 elections
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured international partners that Kenya is putting in place measures to ensure peaceful elections in 2027 amid concerns over political tensions and security during the campaign period. Murkomen said the National Police Service was strengthening its preparedness to secure all stages of the electoral process, including campaigns, voting, counting…
Silibwet Township Plagued by Rising Alcohol Addiction Prompting CS Murkomen To Order Crackdown
Wines and spirits shops dot nearly every corner of Silibwet trading centre, a vibrant township in Bomet Central. ​After a hard day’s work on their farms, locals regularly retreat to the centre to quench their thirst—not with water, but with alcohol. The rampant habit has fuelled an explosive, out-of-control local liquor trade. ​Shop after shop…
Paul Mackenzie’s son reveals how father’s religious beliefs tore their family apart
Paul Mackenzie’s eldest son, Dan Mackenzie, has opened up about his troubled childhood and the strained relationship he shared with the controversial preacher, revealing how his refusal to embrace his father’s religious teachings created a lasting rift between them. Dan says his decision to stay away from church activities while growing up eventually made his…
