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EoK Reports |By EoK News Desk   In a jaw-dropping twist just two weeks after the flashy launch of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has executed a political massacre—firing top party officials without warning, decapitating the party's founding leadership, and throwing his own deputy Cleophas Malala under the political bus. 🚨 Malala: From Co-Founder to Flower Girl At the center of this purge is a man once hailed as the party’s national face—Cleophas Malala. Today, insiders say he’s nothing more than a decorated mascot. Malala wasn’t just excluded from the decision-making table—he was ambushed. Gachagua, with zero consultation, axed Malala’s closest allies from key party organs, replacing them with political loyalists handpicked from his inner circle. The move stunned party members, including Malala himself, who was left smiling in public while fuming in private. "He has no say. No seat at the table. He’s now the guy who holds the...

EoK SPOTLIGHT | The Legacy Lens "Dr. Rispah Wepukhulu : Where Books, Brains, and Boldness Converge" If wisdom had a voice, it would sound like Dr. Rispah Wepukhulu’s: calm yet commanding, humble but unwavering. The hills of Bungoma may know her as a daughter of the soil, but Kenya knows her as the iron-willed torchbearer of education, gender justice, and social transformation. From lecture halls to national boards, she’s never just shown up, she’s stood tall. As Senior Lecturer and Director at Kibabii University’s Institute of Gender and Development Studies, Dr. Wepukhulu is not merely producing graduates, she’s nurturing thinkers, dreamers, and doers. Her classroom is more than a room, it’s a revolution in motion. When she’s not shaping policy or academic frameworks, she’s busy building futures through the Rispah Nasimiyu Foundation, or steering the Kenya Literature Bureau into a new era of informed imagination. Chairing a national institution is no small feat, but for her, ...

EoK Reports| News Desk  In a heartfelt demonstration of leadership with purpose, Bungoma Woman Representative Hon. Catherine Wambilianga has once again reaffirmed her commitment to educational empowerment for girls across the county—transforming shattered dreams into stories of hope. On Monday, the spotlight fell on Sharon Ayieko, a determined and intelligent student from Chesikaki Ward. Studying at Chwele Girls’ High School, Sharon walked into Hon. Wambilianga’s office not just to seek support but to fight for her future. Moved by her courage and resilience, the Woman Rep awarded her a full NGAAF scholarship, pledging not only financial support but personal mentorship through to her Form Four graduation. “Her dream of becoming a doctor stirs my heart. In a world that desperately needs healers, Sharon’s hands hold the promise to restore lives. I vowed to walk beside her as a mentor and friend,” said Hon. Wambilianga in a public post. Photo Credits: Hon. Catherine Wambilianga Press...

EoK Reports|News Desk Hon. Kidake//Hon. Osotsi In a bold and unapologetic statement that has stirred fresh political debate in Vihiga County, Hon. Kidake Alex Malova has taken aim at Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, accusing him of overstepping his mandate and failing to deliver meaningful change to the county. On his Social Account (Facebook), Kidake reminded the senator that his core constitutional mandate is not to manage counties, but to represent county interests at the national level, legislate, allocate revenue, and conduct oversight of county spending.  “Let me remind Senator Osotsi that he is not a county manager. That role belongs to the governor. The Senate’s duty is oversight, legislation, and protecting devolution—not chasing executive functions,” said Kidake. He further asserted that effective leadership requires strong financial and strategic acumen, rather than public showmanship or social media rhetoric. “Good managers are grounded in finance and marketing. Important...

EoK Reports | News Desk  Photo Courtesy: Hon. Beatrice Adagala, Vihiga Woman Rep Vihiga County continues to shine as a beacon of grassroots empowerment, following a powerful sensitization forum spearheaded by Vihiga Woman Representative Hon. Beatrice Adagala in partnership with the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA). The vibrant forum, held in the heart of the county, brought together hundreds of micro and small enterprise (MSE) owners, aspiring youth entrepreneurs, government officials, and development partners with a shared goal—to unlock economic opportunities for the people of Vihiga. “Our small businesses are the lifeblood of the local economy. Through this forum, we’re not just creating awareness—we’re delivering tools and knowledge that transform lives,” said Hon. Adagala. The event spotlighted key national programs such as NYOTA (National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement) and KJET, which are tailored to offer youth and small business owners training, startu...

EoK Reports|News Desk  Hon. Kidake Alex Malova//Hon. Kahai Beatrice Adagala  The political drums in Vihiga are already beating ahead of 2027—and two of the county’s most influential voices have caught the public's eye with a surprisingly warm political exchange. Hon. Kidake Alex Malova, known for his grassroots mobilization and eloquence, has hinted at deeper ambitions as the county gears up for the next political cycle. On his Social Space (Facebook), Kidake dismissed any notion of political rivalry between him and Vihiga Woman Representative Hon. Beatrice Adagala, who has already declared her gubernatorial interest. “There will be no conflict between my dear sister Hon. Adagala and me. She is our sister, and we love her. She recognizes my abilities, and when the right time comes, I am confident she will support me. We understand that UDA intends to give the ticket to Hon. Omboko. Now is the time for our people to unite and claim what rightfully belongs to them,” said Kidake....

EoK Reports|News Desk Photo Credits: Hon. Beatrice Adagala Press  Sports dreams are taking shape in Vihiga as today Hon. Beatrice Adagala, the Vihiga County Woman Representative and 2027 gubernatorial hopeful, joined hands with Hon. Eliud Owalo, Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the President, for a high-impact sports empowerment initiative at Vihiga High School. The event, marked by excitement and purpose, saw the donation of 30 high-quality tracksuits to Vihiga United Football Club, courtesy of the Eliud Owalo Foundation. “These kits represent more than just new uniforms—they symbolize belief, motivation, and a renewed drive to push our team to greatness,” said Hon. Adagala. The occasion brought together former Kenyan football legends, local leaders, school administrators, and fans who echoed a shared vision—to nurture homegrown talent and position Vihiga on the national sports map. As a passionate advocate of youth empowerment through sports, Hon. Adagala affirmed that thro...

EoK Reports|News Desk Photo Credits: Sen. Wafula Wakoli Press CHEBUKWA, BUNGOMA – In a heartfelt celebration of compassion this Easter, over 1,000 widows gathered at Chebukwa Primary School in West Nalondo Ward to receive food donations—an initiative led by Bungoma Senator Wafula Wakoli's team and supported by local leaders. The event was more than just a relief exercise—it was a bold statement of community, hope, and empowerment. Widows from across the county were honored not just with gifts, but with recognition of their strength and resilience. “This is a reminder that no one should walk alone in pain. Together, we restore dignity, we inspire courage,” Senator Wakoli said. Hon. Policap Wandabusi gracing the event  The occasion was graced by Hon. Policap Wandabusi, MCA for West Nalondo Ward, who officially launched Kisina (West Nalondo Widows CBO)—a newly formed community-based organization dedicated to empowering widows through development and advocacy. A Widow After receiving h...

EoK Reports | News Desk Photo Courtesy: Hon. Fred Joshua Makokha at a Public rally today In a bold display of faith-driven leadership and grassroots commitment, Hon. Fred Joshua Makokha, Kimilili MP aspirant, has continued to win hearts and minds across the constituency through spiritual engagement and direct interaction with residents on matters of development and service delivery. This Easter Sunday, Makokha joined worshippers at Khamulati Friends Church in Kimilili Ward, where he delivered a message of renewal, hope, and unity as Christians marked the resurrection of Jesus Christ. “It was a spiritually uplifting service as we celebrated the resurrection of our Lord and Savior—a moment that reminds us of the power of hope and the importance of community,” Makokha said. Hon. Fred Joshua Makokha addressing Congregants at Friends Church Khamulati  Makokha was accompanied by Ford Kenya National Youth Co-ordinator, Wanjala Sakwa & Mr. Collins Osoro, a vibrant and visionary Gen Z l...

EoK Reports  | News Desk   Concerns are mounting in Kimilili Sub-county over what appears to be a coordinated effort by rogue cartels to cripple Matili Technical Training Institute (TTI) — one of the region’s most vital institutions for youth empowerment. Wanjala Sakwa, Ford Kenya Party National Youth Co-ordinator,has sounded the alarm over an alleged scheme involving a contractor named Abdi, who was awarded a tender worth Ksh 29.3 million to construct a twin workshop — popularly referred to as the China Center — at the institution. “The building was constructed using ordinary bricks. Anyone from Matili or Kimilili can confirm this,” Sakwa noted. According to Sakwa, the initial cost of the project was dubiously inflated to Ksh 58.9 million through suspicious variations approved by the institute's former board, despite the visibly substandard materials used in the construction. It is alleged that the contractor was fully paid the inflated amount and has now returned, working wi...

EoK Reports | (EoK News) Dr. Fred Matiang'i // Dr. Miguna Miguna  Nairobi, Kenya - In a scathing public statement, lawyer and former Nairobi gubernatorial aspirant Dr. Miguna Miguna has launched a blistering attack on former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Okeng’o Matiang’i, accusing him of gross human rights violations, abuse of office, and contempt of court. Miguna claims that on 2nd February 2018, Matiang’i blew up his house using explosives, and later subjected him to multiple abductions, illegal detentions, torture, and forced exile. “Matiang’i abducted me, detained me incommunicado, and tortured me for 6 days in February 2018 and for 3 days in March 2018,” reads part of Miguna's public statement. According to Dr. Miguna, Matiang’i not only confiscated his valid Kenyan passport but also punched holes through it, before injecting him with unknown substances, and flying him out of the country unconscious and without documentation, landing him in Dubai against his will. “...

EoK Reports : Vihiga, Kenya  Hon. Winnie Majani//Hon. Calen Amaswache Vihiga Woman Representative hopeful, Hon. Winnie Majani, has come out strongly in defense of former Deputy Governor Hon. Calen Temba Amaswache following public chatter about his involvement in the firewood business. In a bold and inspiring statement, Majani challenged the stigma surrounding small-scale ventures and manual labor, noting that no job should be demeaned — especially one that is honest and potentially lucrative. “I think it is wrong conditioning to insinuate that a former Deputy Governor selling firewood is a state of grace to grass. What’s wrong with the firewood business? Isn’t it a legit and lucrative business?” she asked. Majani, who is positioning herself as a champion of grassroots empowerment under the banner #UsawaMashinani, applauded Hon. Amaswache for exploring entrepreneurship beyond the traditional confines of a political office. She added that economic freedom is relative and that dignity...

By EoK Editorial  Hon. Mary Biketi acknowledging supporters greetings  Mary Biketi, widely recognized for her association with former Kakamega Governor & CS for Co-operatives and SMEs Wycliffe Oparanya, is making significant strides in the political arena as she eyes the Trans-Nzoia Woman Representative seat. Her transition from a private figure to a public political contender has been both swift and impactful, capturing the attention of many and unsettling established political players in the region. Biketi's political journey began with her vocal opposition to the Finance Bill 2024, where she passionately highlighted the struggles of ordinary Kenyans. In a heartfelt video, she stated: "I urge you to consider the bill and the welfare of the people who elected you into power and trusted you with the mandate to make beneficial decisions on their behalf. The proposed tax increment will certainly worsen t...

By Franklin Mrata, Student | KCA University On 10th June 2008, Vision 2030 was unveiled by then-President Mwai Kibaki. Built on the success of the Economic Recovery Strategy for Wealth and Employment Creation (2003–2007), it aimed to accelerate growth, reduce poverty, and transform Kenya into an industrialized, middle-income country by the year 2030. With only five years left on the clock, it’s time to assess how far we’ve come, what lies ahead, and what we should be looking forward to. Vision 2030 is anchored on three key pillars: the Economic Pillar, the Social Pillar, and the Political Pillar. Having gone through a rollercoaster of achievements and setbacks, the Vision is fast approaching its final hour. So, where do we stand? The Wins Let’s begin with the wins. The completion of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in 2017 marked a major milestone. As a flagship project of Vision 2030, its implementation provided a sense of hope that the Vision was on course. Other notable achiev...

Op-ed feature by Hakeem Ochola, Student |KCA University. Design Illustration on Effects of Drought Stress on some aspects of crops  The year 2020 was marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, which claimed more than 6 million lives globally. This catastrophe was compounded by other disasters such as hurricanes, drought, famine, and in East Africa, a plague of locusts that devastated vegetation across regions. These calamities have triggered global conversations on the intersection of climate change and disaster preparedness. In Kenya, the locust infestation was foreseeable, given the migratory nature of the pests and their earlier presence in neighboring Ethiopia. As countries pivoted to address the health crisis, climate change issues were often relegated despite their intensifying consequences. Although the pandemic was declared officially over by the World Health Organization on May 4, 2023, the climate crisis remains an existential threat. Photo Courtesy: National Geographic - Locust in...

By Edit One Kenya Newsroom  Former Bungoma Governor, Wycliffe Wangamati  Former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati is under renewed scrutiny after he appeared before the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on Friday to respond to allegations of misappropriation of public funds during his tenure. Wangamati, who served as Governor from 2017 to 2022, is accused of irregularly awarding Ksh.70 million worth of road construction tenders to companies allegedly linked to him and his five brothers. The tenders were reportedly issued between the 2017/18 and 2021/22 financial years. He recorded a statement at EACC’s regional office in Bungoma, marking a key step in the ongoing investigation. “The outcome of the investigation will inform appropriate action, which may include criminal prosecution of any persons found culpable and recovery of lost public funds,” EACC stated. Also under investigation is Webuye West MP Daniel Wanyama, who reportedly recorded his statement earlier at...

By Edit One Kenya Newsroom WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a strongly worded statement shared on her official Facebook page, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi has condemned former President Donald Trump’s economic policies, particularly his tariffs, blaming them for crippling the American economy and causing widespread pain for working families.  “The Trump Administration's flagrant ineptitude is tanking our economy in a self-inflicted disaster that leaves hardworking American families bearing the brunt of the pain,” Pelosi asserted. The former Speaker emphasized that Trump’s senseless tariffs are driving up costs, shrinking retirement savings, and pushing the U.S. dangerously close to a recession. Pelosi buttressed her argument by invoking the words of President Ronald Reagan, a Republican icon, who in 1988 warned against reckless trade wars: “We should beware of the demagogues who are ready to declare a trade war against our friends – weakening our economy, our national security, and the entire...

By Sebastian Karani, DMCP | EoK Reports Photo: Dr. John Njenga Karugia, PhD - X A fiery response from renowned scholar Dr. John Njenga Karugia has ignited online discussions after top government officials warned Kenyans against " abusing social media platforms ." The recent wave of warnings comes in the wake of heightened public scrutiny over governance, corruption, and police brutality among other issues affecting the common people. Dr. Njenga, a respected voice in Transregional Memory Studies and social commentary, didn’t mince his words as he fired off a series of tweets countering what he described as the hypocrisy and selective outrage of Kenya’s political elite. “Kenya's political class should stop accusations against Kenyans regarding the use of social media. We the people use social media to protest corruption, police brutality, mismanagement of resources. Remove the logs from your eyes first so that we have no reason to complain.” — Dr. John Njenga Karugia The st...

  By EoK Editorial: A 43-year-old Kenyan woman, Emily Kanini Rhoda, is facing serious legal consequences after being arrested at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (CSMI) Airport in Mumbai, India, for attempting to smuggle 1,789 grams of cocaine valued at approximately Ksh.271.4 million. Customs officials detained Rhoda upon her arrival from Nairobi via Doha after noticing her anxious behavior. A thorough examination of her luggage revealed four transparent plastic packets containing white powder glued to the bottom surface of her trolley bag. Upon testing, the substance was confirmed as cocaine. The Recruiter Behind the Deal During interrogation, Rhoda disclosed that she had been recruited by a woman from Nairobi, identified only as Millicent, who had promised her Ksh.100,000 for successfully smuggling the drugs into India. Millicent had also arranged her flight and accommodation, ensuring a seemingly smooth operation. However, authorities suspect this is part of a broader ...