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Kisumu residents filled the city’s CBD, holding portraits of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as they mourned his death on October 15, 2025. The streets were engulfed in sorrow as crowds gathered to pay tribute to a leader many hailed as the voice of the people. Photos by Rodgers Otiso

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A section of police officers from the Kisumu Police Line, together with their families, took part in a tree-planting exercise to mark Mazingira Day. Led by Kisumu Central Deputy Sub-County Police Commander Juma Mwanauli, the officers planted 275 trees within the police quarters as part of efforts to promote environmental conservation and support a greener Kisumu. Photos by Rodgers Otiso.

World Mental Health Day celebrations at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu were presided over by the Director of Public Health and Sanitation, Fredrick Oluoch. The event brought together police officers, mental health survivors, and experts, with a strong call for men to speak openly about their struggles. Mental health champion Emma Okelo urged society to take collective responsibility in addressing mental health challenges. Photos by Rodgers Otiso.

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Christian youths from the Sons Manifest Christian Organisation in Kisumu take part in cleaning Kondele Market on October 10 to mark Mazingira Day - a day dedicated to raising awareness on environmental conservation through tree planting, clean-ups, and anti-pollution activities for a greener, healthier future. Photos by Rodgers Otiso.

Ministers and Permanent Secretaries from six East African nations gathered at the Sarova Hotel in Kisumu for the 1st Extraordinary Sectoral Council of Ministers Meeting on the Lake Victoria Basin to deliberate on advancing maritime infrastructure and strengthening regional cooperation across the basin. Photos by Michael Mute

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Caregiver at Ojolla Sub-County Hospital demonstrates home therapy techniques for children with cerebral palsy on World Cerebral Palsy Day. Video by Rodgers Otiso

World Cerebral Palsy Day was commemorated on October 6, 2025, at Ojolla Sub-County Hospital in Kisumu West. Organized by Holistic Health Nurturing Hub and partners, the event brought together parents, caregivers, and individuals living with cerebral palsy from across Kisumu. Photos: Rodgers Otiso.

Former Chief Justice and presidential aspirant David Maraga has said his administration would only work with individuals committed to fighting corruption and delivering quality services to Kenyans. He was speaking at Kibos Pentecostal Church in Kisumu. Photo by Rodgers Otiso

Former CJ David Maraga vows to uphold integrity and transparency if elected president. Video by Rodgers Otiso

Former Chief Justice and presidential aspirant David Maraga has urged Nyanza residents to support his bid for the presidency, pledging to lead a strong fight against corruption, which he says continues to cripple the nation. Speaking at the ACK Diocese of Maseno South in Migosi, Maraga also called on the youth to turn out in large numbers and register as voters, emphasizing that change can only be achieved through active participation in the electoral process. Pictures by Rodgers Otiso.

A section of Nyanza professionals, led by lawyer Fred Odumo, has raised concern over the low turnout in the ongoing voter registration exercise. Odumo urged residents to register in large numbers, emphasizing that meaningful change in government can only be achieved through the ballot Photos by: Rodgers Otiso

A section of the Second Liberation Veterans (SELIVET) from the Nyanza region has urged young people to turn out in large numbers and register as voters. Speaking to journalists on September 4, 2025, after a courtesy call on Luo Council of Elders Chairperson Ker Odungi Randa, the group emphasized that voter registration is key to empowering youth and enhancing democratic participation in the country. Photos by: Rodgers Otiso

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JOOTRH to launch red blood cell exchange for sickle cell standardmedia.co.ke/national/artic…

Red Blood Cell Exchange, unveiled at JOOTRH’s Victoria Annex Hospital, marks a groundbreaking step in the fight against sickle cell disease. During the launch, JOOTRH Acting CEO Dr. Joshua Okise and Nairobi West Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr. Prakash Saini emphasized that the automated procedure will significantly reduce recurring pain, minimize complications, and improve survival rates for patients. Photos by Rodgers Otiso

Michelle Omulo, resting in Ward 4 at JOOTRH’s Victoria Annex, became Patient 001 and the first beneficiary of the Red Blood Cell Exchange program. The two-hour procedure marked a milestone in sickle cell management, giving her hope for fewer crises. Pictures by Rodgers Otiso.