Bomet Governor Hillary Kipng’eno Barchok is scheduled for a court mention on Monday, October 12, 2026, in a case in which he and two others face corruption-related charges over an alleged Sh2.7 million benefit linked to companies that traded with the county government. According to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the allegations relate to…
Bomet Governor Prof Hillary Barchok has held talks with an Australian tea investor as the county explores opportunities to connect local tea and coffee farmers with the Australian market. Barchok, who is on a working tour of Australia, said he met Simon Eaton of Kappys Tea and Coffee to discuss opportunities for direct coffee and…
Bomet County is set to get two major health facilities after the national government approved the construction of a Mother and Child Level 4 Hospital and a Level 5 County Referral Hospital. The projects follow a proposal submitted on March 4, 2026, and subsequent consultations between the county leadership and President William Ruto.Announcing the development,…
Bomet County has recorded its highest-ever Own Source Revenue (OSR) collection since the advent of devolution, raising Ksh634 million during the 2025/2026 financial year. According to a statement by the county government of Bomet, the milestone was highlighted during a strategic leadership meeting convened by the Department of Finance, ICT and Economic Planning through the…
Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok has announced that the Kinyanga Footbridge in Sigor Ward has entered its final phase of construction, saying the project will improve connectivity between Bomet and Narok counties and enhance economic activity along the Amalo River corridor. The 40-metre bridge is being built across the Amalo River and is expected to provide…
