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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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. … 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 … 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 … 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 … Read more
