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20/04/2026

13/03/2026

KITALE:‎Trans Nzoia Retrains ECDE Teachers to Strengthen Competency-Based Education
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‎The Department of Education has officially launched a retraining program for Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers aimed at strengthening the implementation of Competency-Based Education (CBE).
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‎Speaking on Friday during the launch of the program , County Executive Committee Member for Education Janerose Mutama said the county government is committed to improving the quality of early learning through continuous teacher training.
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‎Mutama noted that the county will be forced to employ more teachers due to the increasing number of children enrolling in ECDE centres across the county.

She said the retraining initiative will equip teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to effectively implement the Competency-Based Education system.
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‎She further emphasized that the county government is prioritizing teachers’ welfare to ensure they work in a supportive and motivating environment.

‎The education executive also highlighted the importance of nutrition in early learning, noting that the county’s milk program for ECDE learners is ongoing and continues to support children’s health and concentration in class.
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‎Mutama added that the retraining sessions will provide an opportunity for county education officials to interact directly with teachers and address challenges affecting early childhood education.

‎To further strengthen the sector, the county government plans to continue constructing more classrooms to accommodate the rising number of learners.

‎The retraining program will be conducted across all the 25 wards in Trans Nzoia County, ensuring that ECDE teachers from every part of the county benefit from the initiative aimed at improving the quality of education.
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‎Peter Omonya ijaka Director childhood education was also present .

(By Florence Wanyonyi)

02/03/2026

KHALWENGE,ENDEBESS:NATEMBEYA SAYS RUTO WELCOME, BUT SHOULD ACCOUNT FOR DEVELOPMENT IN TRANS NZOIA.

Governor George Natembeya has faulted Trans Nzoia UDA leaders for spreading a rumour that President William Ruto is not welcome in Trans Nzoia by the governor himself.

The governor said President Ruto is welcome in the county.

However, he added that the Head of State should be ready to explain what the national government has done for Trans Nzoia County.

He criticised three local leaders whom he did not name.

He said they are aspiring to be governor but claimed his political standing is above theirs.

“Even if those leaders hurl insults at me, they must know that if President Ruto visits Trans Nzoia, constitutionally, I am the one who will welcome him and introduce them to him,” he said.

“I am like a president, but of a smaller unit called Trans Nzoia,” he added.

He said that just as the President has a Cabinet and Principal Secretaries, he also has a County Executive Committee and Chief Officers.

Natembeya said since he is above the three politicians, he opted not to respond to them.

Instead, he tasked his Agriculture CEC, Phanice Khatundi, and politicians Obed Mwale and Bernard Aliang’ana, also known as B. Cool, to respond to them on his behalf.

The governor said he will seek a second term. At the same time, he noted that he will remain active in opposition politics.

“Yes, I will defend my seat as governor. But that does not mean I will not sit at the negotiation table with the opposition on how to take over power,” he said.

He further disclosed that the opposition plans to field one candidate to face President Ruto in next year’s elections.

27/02/2026

GOVERNOR NATEMBEYA'S BID TO ENHANCE HEALTH DEPARTMENT:

George Natembeya has announced that the county government has allocated 30 per cent of its total budget to the health sector in a bid to promote quality healthcare services across Trans Nzoia.

Speaking during the official launch of Kwanza Sub-County Hospital, the governor emphasized the need for teamwork between doctors and the county government to ensure efficient service delivery.

“Let us work as a team because a hospital is not just a building but the services rendered inside it including safe childbirth, availability of medicines, professionalism and dedication of health officials,” he said.

Natembeya noted that the county’s increased investment in health is aimed at improving key health indicators and ensuring residents access affordable and reliable medical care closer to home.

The governor, however, cautioned doctors against focusing on private clinics at the expense of public hospitals. He condemned the growing trend of medical practitioners opening private facilities and neglecting their duties in public institutions.

“Some of you are focusing on private clinics and forgetting your work in public hospitals. If you don’t balance your services in this county, I will be forced to take action,” he warned.

On employment opportunities, Natembeya assured residents that job openings arising from the new hospital and other county projects would prioritize qualified locals. He said it would be unfair for opportunities meant to benefit Trans Nzoia residents to be taken up by people from other counties while local youth remain unemployed.

“We should not employ people from other counties and leave our youths jobless. Where qualifications are equal, priority will be given to residents of Trans Nzoia,” he stated.

The launch of Kwanza Sub-County Hospital marks a significant step in strengthening healthcare infrastructure in the county, with leaders expressing optimism that the facility will enhance service delivery and create employment opportunities for local residents.

(By Florence Wanyonyi.)

25/01/2026

INTERVIEWS FOR TRANS NZOIA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD BEGIN MONDAY AS BIG NAMES MISS SHORTLIST

Interviews for the Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board (CPSB) positions are set to begin on Monday, following the release of the shortlist last week.

The list, however excludes several prominent applicants.

Among key figures who applied but failed to make the shortlist for the chairperson and member positions are Ronald Masindano, Mwambu Muliro, and Edward Khaoya.

Masindano currently serves as Vice Chairperson of the Wamalwa Kijana Hospital Board, while Muliro is an Economic Advisor in Governor George Natembeya’s office.

Khaoya is a member of the Governor’s Delivery Unit and holds a PhD in Theology.

Also missing from the shortlist is Ronald Jumbe, an ally of DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa, who had applied for the chairperson position.

Other notable applicants who were unsuccessful include former Kiminini MCA David Kisaka, politician Dianah Lukosi, and former Chief Officer Shadrack Kimutai.

Nicholas Wamalwa, a Communications Officer, MBA holder, and currently the Executive Deputy Secretary of the County Government Workers’ Union, was also not shortlisted.

Similarly left out are Education Administrative Director Pius Munialo and County Human Resource Director Emelda Agoi, despite their strong academic and professional credentials.

Further exclusions include Trans Nzoia KUPPET Chairperson Eliud Wafula, Dr. Odongo Were (a member of the KNP Council), former CECM Wycliffe Kiiya, and Protas Chemonges.

Others are former Sitatunga MCA Daniel Kaburu, NAWIRI Chairman Martin Waliaula, and Jacob Nasong’o.

In total, 192 applicants sought positions as board members, while 25 candidates applied for the chairperson role.

However, those shortlisted for the chairperson position include Dr. Luke Wafula and Dr. David Lwangale, both from the education fraternity.

For the member positions, some of the shortlisted candidates include Governance Chief Officer Sammy Sichangi, Scholastica Nalobile, Teresia Songony, and Luka Naibei, who will now face the interview panel for the highly competitive and lucrative positions.

31/12/2025

LUUYA,TRANS NZOIA:NATEMBEYA ATTENDING FINALS FOR HIS TORNAMENT:

Governor George Natembeya on Wednesday was the host during finals for his tournament.

By the time of going to press,saboti All stars was playing with Kiminini youngsters.

Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka and Bungoma politician Zacharia Barasa and a number of MCAs attended the event.

30/12/2025

WETANGULA:JIRONGO’S DEATH AFFECTED ME DEEPLY.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has distanced himself from social media claims and attacks over the death of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo.

Wetang’ula asked security agencies to carry out thorough investigations to establish whether the accident that killed Jirongo was planned.

He described Jirongo as a close friend and said his death affected him deeply.

Wetang’ula spoke on Tuesday during the send-off ceremony of the former Cabinet minister in Lumakanda, Lugari.

“I was in Kampala on December 6 when Jirongo called me. I told him we would meet after I returned. On December 12, we met in Karen and discussed many issues,” said Wetang’ula.

He said he was shocked to learn the following morning that Jirongo had been involved in a fatal accident.

Wetang’ula said Jirongo was very open and honest.

“When he had no money, he would face you and ask for help. When he later had money, he would tell you, ‘I have Sh2 million, take one and I keep one.’ That is the kind of person Jirongo was,” he said.

He also revealed that Jirongo funded his homecoming ceremony after he was nominated as a Member of Parliament in 1992.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta described Jirongo as a man who had the potential to become President of Kenya.