Tea smallholders across Bomet and Kericho counties are digesting the newly released second payment (bonus) declarations for the 2025/2026 financial year. The figures reveal notable disparities in earnings across processing plants in the South Rift region. ​According to the rate schedule released for factories across the two counties, Momul Tea Factory in Kericho leads the…
President William Ruto has mourned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, describing the loss of his friend in a helicopter crash as deeply painful. In a condolence message, Ruto remembered Chivayo for his warmth, energy and belief in Africa’s potential, and extended his sympathies to the families of everyone killed. “I am…
Section of the dorm destroyed by fire at Olbutyo High School.
Fear gripped residents of Kesicho village in Kyogong, Chepalungu, on Saturday afternoon after a wildfire swept through local bushes and grassland. ​Large numbers of residents rushed to the scene to fight the blaze before it could reach nearby homes. ​Bernard Towett, a resident and motorcycle operator, stressed the urgency of the response. ​”We cannot leave…
Businesses were disrupted in Bomet town on Tuesdsy as anti-riot police engaged Bomet University students in running battles during a demonstration over a biting water shortage. The protests escalated when police lobbed teargas canisters to disperse hundreds of chanting students who attempted to storm the county headquarters. The students were demanding an audience with Bomet…
The government has called on all foreign nationals residing in Kenya to register and obtain official documentation, warning that non-compliance hampers law enforcement and restricts movement within the country. ​Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Dr. Belio Kipsang said while a majority of foreign residents hold valid papers, a concerning number—particularly regional migrants—continue to bypass…
Emmanuel Wanyonyi, the former herdsboy turned Olympic and world 800-meter champion, continued his dominance over two laps Friday, storming to his fourth consecutive Diamond League Final title with a meet-record time of 1 minute, 41.80 seconds. ​The victory capped a season marked by early challenges. Wanyonyi’s campaign started slowly, enduring three straight defeats over two…
Preparations are in top gear ahead of President William Ruto’s three-day development tour of Bomet County next week. ​Security officers have stepped up surveillance in areas and projects expected to be visited by the President across Bomet Central, Konoin, and Chepalungu constituencies. ​Bomet County Commissioner Caroline Nzwili, accompanied by Governor Hillary Barchok, inspected Kapkoros Level-4…
Farmers in Bomet County are counting losses following an outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) that has affected livestock in several villages, causing reduced milk production and deaths. Sotik Sub-County has been among the hardest-hit areas, with Chebole, Gethsemane, Mosop and Kamirmir villages in Kipsonoi Ward emerging as hotspots. The outbreak has caused anxiety among farmers,…
A political rivalry pitting Emurua Dikirr MP David Keter against his political rival, Bernard Ngeno, played out during President William Ruto’s tour of the constituency. The two politicians, who faced off in the recent UDA nominations, remain at loggerheads as they position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election. President Ruto, who was winding up…
