All Set as Kisumu Gears for Business Ecosystems Summit

By Bellah Ikida, Mildred Adhiambo and Odhiambo Rueben. Kisumu is all set to host the upcoming Business Ecosystems Summit (BES) 2025, scheduled to take place on August 6-8, 2025, at the Ciala Resort Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, Dr. Mathew Owili, Deputy Governor of Kisumu County, highlighted the county’s strategic location on the
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Kisumu to Host Groundbreaking Africa Smart Cities Convention

By Isaac Esitika Kisumu County is set to take center stage in Africa’s urban innovation landscape as it prepares to host the inaugural Africa Smart Cities & Townships Alliance (ASCA) Convention from August 20–22, 2025. The announcement was made by Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o, who expressed pride in the city’s selection and its growing reputation
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Governor Nyong’o Hosts Outgoing U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard

By Yoga David Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o today hosted Ambassador Marc Dillard, the outgoing U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, at the US Embassy, who paid him a courtesy call at his City Hall office as he concluded his tour of duty in Kenya. Governor Nyong’o while addressing Dillard, said the county is committed to continued partnership and collaboration
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Kisumu County and Kenya Shipyards Boost Kisumu’s Maritime Safety with New Boats

By Esitika Isaac Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o today welcomed Mr. Edward Omol of Kenya Shipyards Limited (KSL) to his City Hall office today for a pivotal briefing on the county’s progress in maritime infrastructure. The meeting also featured Kenneth Onyango. CECM Agriculture, Fisheries, Livestock Development and Irrigation, Paul Njenga, CEO of Lakefront Development Corporation, who,
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State Department of Sports Officials Visit Kisumu for Moi Stadium Upgrade

By Yoga David Photos by Adams Claine A team from the Ministry of Sports, State Department of Sports, Creative Economy and Youth Affairs today visited Kisumu to assess the current state of Moi stadium ahead of a planned major upgrade. The delegation led by Eng. John Ruga was received by Kisumu County Secretary Hesbon Hongo
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Kisumu County Assembly Approves Nominees for County’s Public Service Board

By Agwanda Saye Kisumu County Assembly has approved the nominees to the Kisumu County Public Service Board. During a Plenary Sitting held today, the House gave the nominees a clean bill of health, paving way for their appointment by the Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o . Contributing on the Appointment Committee’s report on the vetting of
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Governor Nyong’o Steps in to Support GBV Survivor Millicent Aoko.

By Yoga David. Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang Nyong’o has expressed deep concern over the disturbing case of Millicent Aoko, whose home was set on fire by her husband in a shocking act of domestic violence. Governor Nyong’o, in a strong statement of solidarity, condemned the unfortunate incident. “We stand with Millicent Aoko. We are deeply
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Uniformed Officers Gather for Thanksgiving Service in Kisumu

By Yoga David. Photos by Adams Claine Uniformed Discipline Services from Kisumu and Siaya Counties gathered on Saturday for the annual thanksgiving and prayer service held at St Theresa Catholic Cathedral, Kibuye. The service brought together service commanders and officers from the Kenya Police, DCI, Administration Police, Kenya Prison, Kenya Wildlife Service, National Youth Service 
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CECMs Review Proposed Access to Information Policy 

By Yoga David Photos by Adams Claine The Kisumu County Executive Committee convened for a breakfast cabinet caucus on Friday morning to deliberate on the proposed Kisumu County Access to Information (ATI) Policy.  The session, held at the La Sovereign Hotel in Kisumu was convened by the county department of  Public Service, County Administration and
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