Tragedy as two miners die in Suna, Migori county

At least two miners have died at a gold mining site in Masara area, Suna, Migori County.

Police and witnesses said the victims entered a tunnel at the site on February 5, 2026, and suffocated.

Their bodies were recovered by fellow miners before being moved to the mortuary pending an autopsy and other procedures.

Officials from the local county government, the police, and the National Environment Management Authority confirmed that investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Deaths at gold mining sites have been reported in Migori and other counties with gold deposits, including Homa Bay, Kakamega, Vihiga, Nandi, West Pokot, Marsabit, and Trans Mara. Authorities have previously called for measures to improve safety for those working in the sector.

Police in Uriri, Migori County, are investigating the death of a 29-year-old woman, Fielder Achieng, who died at a local hospital following an altercation with her husband.

The husband, who was arrested, told police the woman was unwell, which may have contributed to her death.

Police said an autopsy has been planned to determine the cause of death. The body has been moved to a local mortuary pending further procedures.

Authorities have noted a rise in domestic-related deaths, which investigations have sometimes linked to disputes over land, finances, or personal relationships.

Police in Siakago, Embu County, are investigating the death of John Murimi, 25, who was electrocuted while attempting to pump water from a shallow well to irrigate a farm.

According to authorities, the incident occurred when a live wire came into contact with water in the well. Murimi’s brother discovered him after noticing the water flow was not functioning as expected.

The police moved the body to the mortuary pending an autopsy and other procedures.