Western Kenya Times

https://www.westernkenyatimes.co.ke
Western Kenya Times is a digital media organisation dedicated to delivering timely, accurate, and impactful news across Lugari, Western Kenya, and beyond. With a focus on community voices, governance, development, and opportunities, WKT bridges the gap between people and information. Guided by integrity and innovation, it seeks to inform, inspire, and drive meaningful dialogue and change.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Kakamega, Kenya
Year the organization started publishing:
2022
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Regional
Area of coverage:
Western Kenya

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Science
Education
Environment
Politics
Technology
Sports
Economy and business
Lifestyle
Health and well-being
Journalism genres:
Narrative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Live coverage of events
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Explanatory journalism
Fact-checking
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Social media platforms
Podcast
YouTube
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Tiktok
LinkedIn

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
190,000
Twitter number of followers:
661
Instagram number of followers:
686
YouTube number of followers:
308
Tiktok number of followers:
1,898

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Sam Odour
Directors:
Sam Odour

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit

Why is this profile included?

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