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A protest by bodaboda riders in Luanda spiraled into chaos after a colleague's death and a controversial police crackdown. What began as anger quickly turned into something far more unsettling.
As residents marked Labor Day, a series of night thefts disrupted the celebrations. Motorbikes and household items were stolen in multiple areas, raising alarm.
Vihiga stepped into the national spotlight during Labour Day—but behind the celebrations were announcements that could reshape the county's future.
A week-long disappearance ends in tragedy after a disturbing discovery in a local river. But what really happened remains a painful mystery for the family.
A high-profile wedding filled with elegance, powerful guests, and emotional moments has caught national attention. But beyond the glamour, something deeper made this ceremony stand out.
A 9-week-old baby has gone missing in Mbale, Vihiga under troubling circumstances involving her father. Search efforts are ongoing as the family and community desperately seek answers.
What should have been a moment of pure joy has instead turned into a painful chapter for the Gavalagi community in Vihiga County.
For many bodaboda riders, the sound of a parked motorbike sitting idle at a police station has meant more than just inconvenience—it has meant lost income, mounting pressure, and uncertain days ahead.
A burial mistake in Vihiga has left one family in shock after laying the wrong person to rest. Authorities have stepped in—but the truth behind the mix-up raises deeper questions.
A promise made during a high-profile visit has now been fulfilled—but not everyone saw this coming. What unfolded during the handover has sparked fresh conversations across Vihiga…
For years, many residents in Vihiga County have had to travel long distances to Kisumu, Kakamega, or even Nairobi in search of specialized treatment. That reality may now be changing in a big way for communities across Mbale, Luanda, Hamisi, Sabatia, Emuhaya, Chavakali, Majengo, Kilingili and the wider Western Kenya region.
He’s out of hospital — but his words are now stirring fresh tension. What Osotsi said about the attack is leaving many asking deeper questions.
The viral CCTV clip raised more than just questions… Now Osotsi is responding — and calling out those behind the narrative.
They came with stories few ever hear… and didn’t hold back. What unfolded in Busali is now sparking quiet conversations across the area.
Residents of Manyatta in Vihiga County today held peaceful demonstrations, calling on authorities to urgently address a dangerous road section that has claimed multiple lives.
Transport activities are expected to be disrupted tomorrow, Tuesday, along the busy Majengo–Mbale–Chavakali highway as residents of Manyatta prepare to stage demonstrations demanding urgent road safety measures.
In a time when many vulnerable families are struggling to make ends meet, one young man from Vihiga County is quietly making a powerful difference. Presenter Olive Keverenge has captured the hearts of many through his selfless efforts to support those in need using the little he receives from well-wishers.
A heavy cloud of grief has descended upon Muhalia Village in Vihiga County following the arrival of the body of Tryver Adisa, a Form Three student at Vokoli Girls High School in Sabatia Sub-county.
Concerns are mounting over the cost of completing the Chavakali–Eregi–Malinya road, a key transport link shared between Vihiga and Kakamega counties, after Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi raised serious questions about the project's budget.
What was once a painful story of hardship is now turning into a powerful testimony of hope for Gladys Kageha, a widow from Madzuu in Vihiga County.
Luanda town in Vihiga County was thrown into chaos today as local reggae defenders ignored a DCC directive banning "msafara" processions, locally known as "Reggae na Lami," while transporting the body of a fallen bodaboda rider from the mortuary.
A wave of shock and grief has gripped Lukhuna village in Mautuma Ward, Lugari Constituency, after 34-year-old Ezekiel Masoni was found dead, having taken his own life inside a neighbor's house.
The Vihiga Teaching and Referral Hospital (VTRH) continues to position itself as a pillar of quality healthcare in the Western region following key improvements that are set to transform service delivery.
Serious questions are emerging over how bursaries are being distributed in Vihiga County, with audit reports and fresh complaints from parents pointing to a system that may be broken — or being abused.
An online exchange between Herman G. Kamariki and Yitzack Otondo has drawn public attention, with both sides presenting strong accusations and defending their actions.
: Residents of Manyatta woke up to a painful morning after a tragic road accident claimed a life along the busy Kisumu–Kakamega Highway.
Football fans in Vihiga County were left shocked and saddened after a highly anticipated match between Bunyore Starlets and Lowland Starlets was abruptly postponed following a tragic road accident.
VIHIGA, KENYA — Residents of Vihiga are still talking about a dramatic and emotional scene that unfolded on their streets this March—one that has quickly spread across Western Kenya and sparked widespread conversation online.
A cloud of grief and unanswered questions hangs over Vokoli Girls High School following the sudden death of a Form Three student under mysterious circumstances.
Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was among 39 passengers who survived a scary moment this evening when their plane crash-landed at Wilson Airport in Nairobi.
In a major win for grassroots sports, President William Ruto has delivered a multi-million shilling boost to five premier football clubs in Vihiga County.
Vihiga County is undergoing a quiet but powerful transformation. Once known mainly as a place people left in search of opportunities, it is now rapidly becoming a destination.