As Kenya steps up its national push to address youth unemployment through technical education, Browns Plantations Kenya Limited, in partnership with Finlays, has awarded KSh 8.3 million in scholarships to 39 students from Kericho and Bomet counties. The grant, disbursed through the Browns and Finlays Community Trust, marks the latest intake in a growing technical…
A Kipsigis professional from Bomet County, Charles Korir, has urged young people to take advantage of the Government-United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) internship initiative, describing it as a major opportunity to tackle youth unemployment and equip graduates with practical workplace experience. Speaking during a church service at Koiyet Catholic Parish in Mutarakwa Ward, Bomet Central…
Chepalungu MP Victor Koech has warned residents against a fraudster allegedly masquerading as an official to extort money from unsuspecting members of the public through fake job offers and a fictitious CDF meeting. In a statement on his Facebook page, in July 24, 2026, Koech said an individual identifying himself as “Mutai” and using the…
Bomet Governor Prof. Hillary Barchok has reshuffled Chief Officers in a move aimed at improving efficiency and service delivery across county departments. In a statement issued by the Office of the Governor on Tuesday, July 21, the county government said the changes were intended to enhance effective service delivery to residents. “In order to enhance…
Former Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto has cautioned members of the public against fraudsters allegedly exploiting the death of his sister, Ann Chebochok, to solicit money through unauthorized fundraising campaigns. In a statement issued on Thursday, July 9, 2026, Ruto said the family had noted with concern that some individuals were using social media and other…
The County Assembly of Bomet has invited interested firms and service providers to apply for registration as suppliers for the provision of goods and services for the 2026-2028 financial years. In a tender notice on Wednesday , July 8, 2026, the Assembly said the registration is intended to create a pool of suppliers who will…
Calm prevailed across Kericho County on Monday despite calls by activists to hold Saba Saba demonstrations, with businesses operating normally under heightened security. Security officers maintained patrols in major towns and trading centres as residents went about their daily activities without disruption. Several business owners welcomed the peaceful atmosphere, saying demonstrations would further strain an…
A Kabarnet court has handed two men a hefty penalty for vandalising telecommunication infrastructure in Baringo County, underscoring the growing concern over attacks on critical communication facilities. Senior Principal Magistrate Purity Koskey sentenced Enock Kabiswa Chongwa and Elijah Ouma Odhiambo to a fine of Sh10 million each or 10 years’ imprisonment after finding them guilty…
Families and residents along the Kapsabet-Chavakali road were left in mourning after a student and a boda boda rider lost their lives in a tragic road accident on Friday morning. The rider was transporting four students believed to be from Kaptik Secondary School when a speeding van allegedly crashed into the motorcycle. One of the…
A sharp, unsettling contrast has emerged in the heart of Bomet Central, where the decaying infrastructure of Manyatta Primary School stands as a stark contradiction to the political prominence of its immediate neighborhood. ​Despite serving as the official polling station and immediate neighbor to the area Member of Parliament, Richard Kilel,whose private residence sits a…
