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Ex-Governor Wycliffe Wangamati Removed As Chairperson Of Public Service Superannuation Fund - Kahawatungu

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Ex-Governor Wycliffe Wangamati Removed As Chairperson Of Public Service Superannuation Fund - Kahawatungu

Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury and Economic Planning, John Mbadi Ng’ongo, has officially revoked the appointment of former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wafula Wangamati as Chairperson of the Public Service Superannuation Fund (PSSF) Board of Trustees. The revocation was announced through a Gazette Notice dated June 27, 2025. “In exercise of the powers conferred by section 10 (1)(a) of the Public Service Superannuation Scheme Act, as read t…See the Story

EACC raises concerns over imprest fraud by senior county officials using proxies - Kahawatungu

Bungoma · Bungoma

EACC raises concerns over imprest fraud by senior county officials using proxies - Kahawatungu

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Tuesday raised the alarm over the falsification of imprests. The commission singled out senior county government officials using proxies within devolved units. In a statement delivered on Tuesday, EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud indicated that rogue officers have been using junior county staff, including interns, to hatch fraudulent schemes aimed at looting public funds through fictitiou…Read Article

Wetang'ula calls for unity amid heightened political heat

Bungoma · Bungoma

Wetang'ula calls for unity amid heightened political heat

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has appealed for national unity and reconciliation as Kenya faces heightened political tension fuelled by youth-led protests and economic discontent. Speaking during a Sunday Holy Mass at Christ the King Cathedral in Bungoma on June 22, 2025, Wetang’ula called on leaders and citizens to embrace humility, prayer, and service to […]Read Article

New Twist as High Court Rules on Nzoia Sugar Lease

The High Court has dismissed a petition by Athanas Wafula Wamunyinyi challenging Nzoia Sugar lease, clearing the way for West Kenya Sugar Company.Bungoma · Bungoma Read Article

Grief as Bungoma teacher who disappeared 1 month ago is found dead: "Walimrusha River Nzoia”

Elijah Wamayeku, a 28-year-old junior school teacher from Kimilili, Bungoma county, mysteriously disappeared on May 22 and was later found dead in River Nzoia.Bungoma · Bungoma Read Article

Bumula MP Jack Wamboka accuses Moses Wetang’ula of plotting his downfall: “I will shame him”

Bumula MP Jack Wamboka claims there is a plot to ensure he loses his seat in 2027 but has warned those behind the plot, including Speaker Moses Wetang'ula.Bungoma · Bungoma Read Article

Two arrested with elephant tusks in Bungoma - Kahawatungu

Two suspected traffickers were Saturday June 14 arrested with two elephant tusks valued at Sh1 million in Chaptais area, Bungoma County. Police in collaboration with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers from Kitale, acted on intelligence and apprehended two suspects at Cheptais-Kipsis Junction. The suspects were intercepted while transporting the two elephant tusks concealed in a blue sack on a motorcycle. It is not clear where the two had gott…Bungoma · Bungoma See the Story

Catholic priest robbed of Sh200,000 after withdrawing cash from bank in Bungoma - Kahawatungu

A catholic priest was trailed and robbed of Sh200,000 after he had withdrawn the same from a bank in Bungoma Town. The incident happened in Musikoma area, Bungoma County, police said. The priest attached to Indangalasia Parish in Kakamega had on June 9 driven to the bank in Bungoma town and withdrawn the cash for use. He said he placed the cash on he co-driver’s seat in his Toyota Hilux car before hitting the road from Bungoma to Mumias. He told…Bungoma · Bungoma Read Article

Police Raid a Woman’s Home in Bungoma and Seize 154 Rolls of Bhang After Receiving a Tip-Off

Monday, June 9, 2025 - Officers from the National Police Service (NPS) in Bungoma West Sub-County have successfully recovered 154 rolls of cannabis sativa following a raid in Nabuloli Village. Acting on a tip-off from vigilant members of the public, officers stormed the residence of Beatrice Nekesa Wafula, where the narcotics were discovered. The suspect was immediately arrested and is currently being held at Sirisia Police Station, pending arra…Marijuana · Bungoma See the Story

Bungoma: Sorrow as 3 family members die in devastating morning fire in Mt Elgon

A family in Kibuk, Kapsokwony, have been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of Everline Maccan and her grandchildren in a devastating fire on June 7.Bungoma · Bungoma Read Article

Bungoma TikToker asks for help to find husband, shares qualities: "Bora asiwe mfupi"

A woman from Bungoma is seeking help to find a husband and she listed the qualities she wants which include a non-drinker, a church goer and a mature man.Bungoma · Bungoma Read Article