Month: January 2024

In a harrowing turn of events that has rocked the tranquil Alungo village in Seme, Kisumu County, a calamitous and mysterious fire erupted in the early hours of January 4, 2024. This devastating blaze has claimed the lives of a beloved local fisherman and his wife, leaving behind their six-month-old infant in a critical battle for life at Kombewa Sub-County Hospital. The incident, which broke out around 01:00 a.m., has sent paralyzing shockwaves throughout the community, igniting grave concerns over safety and sparking a desperate cry for heightened security in…

Kisumu, Kenya – Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o’s administration has embarked on an ambitious project to transform Kisumu into a prime destination for investors and tourists. The initiative aims to revitalize the city’s image by implementing stringent measures to restore order and enhance its appeal. Clampdown on Unregulated Trading and Traffic Management: In a significant move to declutter the city, the administration has prohibited street trading, enforcing a strict ban on hawking within the central business district (CBD). Traders have been directed to utilize the 13 modern markets available in the city,…

Kisumu City is on the brink of a thrilling transformation! The bustling city, known for its vibrant life and scenic landscapes, is charting a bold new course towards cleanliness and order, shaking up the everyday life of sugarcane transporters, animal herders, and street vendors. In a dynamic move to revitalize the city’s heart, the Central Business District (CBD), the authorities have announced a game-changing policy: any grazing animals found wandering the city streets, or animals idly loitering in the CBD, will now face a fine of Ksh1,000. This decisive action…