In depth discussions, analysis, key facts and statistics to help you understand Kenya’s western region. The western region of Kenya refers to areas that border and surround the Kenyan section of Lake Victoria i.e. the former Nyanza, Western and western edges of Rift Valley provinces. Following promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, administratively, the region consists of the following counties: Vihiga, Kakamega, Busia, Bungoma, Kisumu, Homabay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Bomet and Kericho counties. These counties are also members of the Lake Region Economic Block.
Explore the meaning and significance of the Maragoli name Asangale, derived from the word ‘sangale’ meaning happy. It’s a perfect name for a baby girl that celebrates both traditional and contemporary feminine traits which bring about joy. Asangale Summary Asangale is a beautiful Maragoli name for a baby girl that evokes feelings of positivity. The … Read more
As you may expect, it is hard to keep track of the rich and their wealth in Kenya, leave alone western Kenya. Unlike in other economies where an individual’s wealth is often a matter of public talk, in African culture private wealth is kept in secret. However, there are bits of public information that we … Read more
Our question today in Get To Know The Great Lakes comes from Amina of Mbale, Uganda: “Is Kericho in western Kenya?” Economically Kericho is in western Kenya Kericho county whose capital is Kericho town is a member of the Lake Region Economic Block (LREB). LREB brings together counties in to the West of Kenya whose economies … Read more
The Maragoli saying mwana wovo ni mbimbu yomungongo, translates to ‘your child is the supporting stick of your back’. Deep dive: Meaning of mbimbu yomugongo ↗ Our world leading Luhya-English Dictionary and Thesaurus helps build your vocabulary in Maragoli language as we explore the origin, translation, similar sayings and cultural value of the Maragoli phrase … Read more
M’mavi ni vwaha? Who is M’mavi? The best answer to this question is ‘M’mavi yatigala nalinda misanga gia mulogoli’; meaning, M’mavi is the one who remained to care for his father’s land (Mulogoli). But what do we mean by this? Join us as we take a dip into Maragoli culture and take a sneak peek … Read more
That Finland has a mulembe soul is evident in the longstanding cooperation between Finnish people and communities in Western Kenya. From water provision to sanitation and tertiary education, its a relationship that has grown both in geographical scope and in areas of interest. What is less known is the ethos for peace – the spirit … Read more
Top 80 KCSE 2021 best schools in western Kenya Ranked by mean score, we present the top 80 best schools in Western Kenya as per KCSE 2021. Congratulations to all. Your excellence is the 2021 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) brought pride to the people of the Lake Region. How we did the ranking … Read more
Let’s get better together transform your life and mind by learning from simple, insightful moral sayings and counsel passed on from our forefathers. Join us as we explore the meaning of the Luhya proverb “eshibishe neshilie”. Not only will you get to know similar Luhya proverbs, but you’ll also get inspired and transformed by honest … Read more
Let’s get better together. Be wiser by learning from simple, insightful moral sayings and counsel passed on from our forefathers. Join us as we explore the meaning of the Luhya proverb ‘omukesi sekebekanga ta’. Not only will you get to know similar Luhya proverbs, but you’ll also get inspired and transformed by honest morals and … Read more
Let’s get better together. Be wiser by learning from simple, insightful moral sayings and counsel passed on from our forefathers. Join us as we explore the meaning of the Luhya proverb “Endi owabakhotsa abanji yakona inzala”. Not only will you get to know similar Luhya proverbs, but you’ll also get inspired and transformed by honest … Read more
