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Philip Muasya

Woman's dream for an education comes true despite early marriage

Poverty forced Winfred Vaati to marry a man who promised to pay her school fees.However, the man became abusive and she left him three years later but with two babies.

Woman's dream for an education comes true despite early marriage

Kenya is on the right track, says Kindiki

Kenya is on the right track, says Kindiki

Six school children killed in Kitui road accident

Six school children killed in Kitui road accident

By 3 months ago

CS Malonza, Kitui South MP bury the hatchet

CS Malonza, Kitui South MP bury the hatchet

By 6 months ago

Company plan to set up cement factory now thrown into limbo

Devki Group took over the Ngaaie piece of land that was initially owned by Athi River Mining Company (ARM) which it acquired in 2020 at Sh5 billion in 2020.

By 7 months ago

Company plan to set up cement factory now thrown into limbo

Compensation row derails Devki plans to build cement factory in Kitui

Plans by the Devki Group to set up a multi-billion-shilling cement factory in Mwingi have been thrown into jeopardy following protests by a section of the community over unpaid compensation.

By 7 months ago

Compensation row derails Devki plans to build cement factory in Kitui

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

Ezekiel Muinde Mwangangi, a preacher at Heaven City Chapel based at Soweto in Kitui West was shot dead at the busy Kavisuni market.

By 8 months ago

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

The government, through the Universal Service Fund (USF), has set aside Sh300 million to improve mobile network coverage in remote parts of Kitui County.

By 8 months ago

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

Company plan to set up cement factory now thrown into limbo

Devki Group took over the Ngaaie piece of land that was initially owned by Athi River Mining Company (ARM) which it acquired in 2020 at Sh5 billion in 2020.

By 7 months ago

Company plan to set up cement factory now thrown into limbo

Compensation row derails Devki plans to build cement factory in Kitui

Plans by the Devki Group to set up a multi-billion-shilling cement factory in Mwingi have been thrown into jeopardy following protests by a section of the community over unpaid compensation.

By 7 months ago

Compensation row derails Devki plans to build cement factory in Kitui

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

Ezekiel Muinde Mwangangi, a preacher at Heaven City Chapel based at Soweto in Kitui West was shot dead at the busy Kavisuni market.

By 8 months ago

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

The government, through the Universal Service Fund (USF), has set aside Sh300 million to improve mobile network coverage in remote parts of Kitui County.

By 8 months ago

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

Company plan to set up cement factory now thrown into limbo

Devki Group took over the Ngaaie piece of land that was initially owned by Athi River Mining Company (ARM) which it acquired in 2020 at Sh5 billion in 2020.

By 7 months ago

Company plan to set up cement factory now thrown into limbo

Compensation row derails Devki plans to build cement factory in Kitui

Plans by the Devki Group to set up a multi-billion-shilling cement factory in Mwingi have been thrown into jeopardy following protests by a section of the community over unpaid compensation.

By 7 months ago

Compensation row derails Devki plans to build cement factory in Kitui

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

Ezekiel Muinde Mwangangi, a preacher at Heaven City Chapel based at Soweto in Kitui West was shot dead at the busy Kavisuni market.

By 8 months ago

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

The government, through the Universal Service Fund (USF), has set aside Sh300 million to improve mobile network coverage in remote parts of Kitui County.

By 8 months ago

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

Ezekiel Muinde Mwangangi, a preacher at Heaven City Chapel based at Soweto in Kitui West was shot dead at the busy Kavisuni market.

By Philip Muasya 8 months ago

Wolf in sheep skin: Pastor killed in botched robbery had a toy pistol

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

The government, through the Universal Service Fund (USF), has set aside Sh300 million to improve mobile network coverage in remote parts of Kitui County.

By Philip Muasya 8 months ago

State allocates Sh300 million to boost mobile network in Kitui

Inside efforts to restore damaged sandy riverbeds of Ukambani

Unregulated sand harvesting has led to receding water tables, drying of rivers and flooding. Some of the most affected rivers are Kivou, Tiva, Nzeeu, Mutendea and Enziu.

By Philip Muasya 9 months ago

Inside efforts to restore damaged sandy riverbeds of Ukambani

Help me kick out ex-wife, man asks CJ Koome

A man has appealed to Chief Justice Martha Koome to intervene in a matter in which he is seeking to evict his former wife from his home.

By Philip Muasya 9 months ago

Help me kick out ex-wife, man asks CJ Koome

Senior police officer based in Kiambu dies in a road accident in Kitui

Philip Mwania, senior superintendent of police (SSP) and who was the Limuru sub-county police commander died instantly around the River Nzeeu bridge along the Kitui - Mutomo road.

By Philip Muasya 9 months ago

Senior police officer based in Kiambu dies in a road accident in Kitui

Kitui gets new law to regulate sand harvesting

Kitui governor Julius Malombe on Friday assented to a sand Bill, paving the way for a county-specific law that will regulate harvesting activities in the County.

By Philip Muasya 9 months ago

Kitui gets new law to regulate sand harvesting

Focus on Kalonzo as Raila eyes UA top job

Some feel Wiper leader will automatically assume leadership of the opposition if his ODM counterpart exits local politics by clinching the continental seat.

By Philip Muasya 10 months ago

Focus on Kalonzo as Raila eyes UA top job

Raila: Kalonzo is fit for 2027 State House challenge

Azimio leaders led by Raila hint at backing Kalonzo for presidency in next elections. Coalition strengthens resolve against President Ruto's administration.

By Philip Muasya 10 months ago

Raila: Kalonzo is fit for 2027 State House challenge

DP Gachagua tells Kenyans not to expect quick economic fixes

DP Gachagua has urged Kenyans not to expect quick fixes from the Kenya Kwanza administration. He said the government has rolled out strategic programmes to revive the struggling economy.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

DP Gachagua tells Kenyans not to expect quick economic fixes

Two brothers who died 2 days apart buried

Friends and family recalled that the two grew up with a tight bond until they completed their studies and pursued different careers.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Two brothers who died 2 days apart buried

Uhuru expresses optimism of Azimio win in 2027 elections

The former president urges coalition leaders to remain firmly united. Kalonzo calls for a closure of the 2022 presidential election dispute.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Uhuru expresses optimism of Azimio win in 2027 elections

Universities urged to use research, innovation to solve problems Kenyans face

Universities have a duty to help the government in finding solutions to problems facing Kenyans, the PS said.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Universities urged to use research, innovation to solve problems Kenyans face

Take advantage of Elnino rains to plant more trees, Kalua urges Kitui residents

"Trees will also help in conserving the environment, besides, tree growing is also an income-generating activity," Kalua told the locals.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Take advantage of Elnino rains to plant more trees, Kalua urges Kitui residents

Community to plant 2m trees in efforts to conserve Chyulu hills

Human activities such as charcoal burning have led to massive destruction of a section of the hill. KWS has also erected a fence to prevent animals from straying.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Community to plant 2m trees in efforts to conserve Chyulu hills

Grow trees to restore soils for sustainable growth, Kenyans told

Kenyans have been urged to grow trees as a source of income and in the process rejuvenate soils for increased food production while beating the effects of climate change

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Grow trees to restore soils for sustainable growth, Kenyans told

Ruto says Uhuru, Raila bitter and out to sabotage his government

The Head of State says the demos are aimed at sabotaging plans to actualize his development plans for the country.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Ruto says Uhuru, Raila bitter and out to sabotage his government

Irish missionary Antony Woods buried at Kitui school he founded in 1960s

Woods, who died two weeks ago in Eldoret, came to Kitui in 1968 and founded St Charles Lwanga Secondary School.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Irish missionary Antony Woods buried at Kitui school he founded in 1960s

Group aims to end pollution by reusing plastic to make baskets

Claudia Mwende, who is the founder of the self-help group, says plastic pollution is a national catastrophe that needs to be addressed.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Group aims to end pollution by reusing plastic to make baskets

Finance Bill will pass with or without your support, Gachagua tells Opposition

The deputy president noted that the opposition lacked the requisite numbers to shoot down the Bill currently before Parliament.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Finance Bill will pass with or without your support, Gachagua tells Opposition

New Sh27m oxygen plant for hospital in Mwingi

Mwingi Level IV hospital is a strategic facility as it serves residents from both Kitui and Garissa counties owing to the Mwingi - Garissa highway.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

New Sh27m oxygen plant for hospital in Mwingi

Hope for HIV-positive children in Kitui as treatment bears fruit

Of the 1,299 HIV-positive children, 92 per cent had their viral load suppressed. They can live full lives and achieve their dreams due to anti-retroviral treatment.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Hope for HIV-positive children in Kitui as treatment bears fruit

Shock in court as student admits to sexually molesting colleague

The accused sought to defend himself, claiming the junior student lured him.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Shock in court as student admits to sexually molesting colleague

Makueni villagers overcome water insecurity as drought hits country

Residents now have easy access to water for their livestock and for domestic use. They no longer trek for kilometres to the river and risk attack by crocodiles.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Makueni villagers overcome water insecurity as drought hits country

No servers to be opened, Ruto tells Raila

President William Ruto on Thursday told off opposition leaders for demanding the opening of election servers to prove that they did not lose the presidential election to him.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

No servers to be opened, Ruto tells Raila

Kenya will not be a private enterprise, Raila tells Gachagua

Odinga reiterated his position that president William Ruto did not win the last election, claiming instead that he had worked his way to the top seat through the backdoor.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Kenya will not be a private enterprise, Raila tells Gachagua

Farmers agony as elephants destroy crops in Kitui

Farmers in Musovo area of Nguni in Kitui County are calling on the government to compensate them following the invasion and destruction of their farms by elephants.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Farmers agony as elephants destroy crops in Kitui

Water PS Ronoh, Governor Malombe launch plan to slake thirst of Kitui locals

PS Ronoh said his ministry has already identified various projects to be implemented to address the water shortage.

By Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Water PS Ronoh, Governor Malombe launch plan to slake thirst of Kitui locals

Malombe appoints 26 chief officers but blocks four in court

Governor Julius Malombe said that he nominated for appointment candidates that were ranked highest by the County Public Service Board after the interviews.

By Philip Muasya 2 years ago

Malombe appoints 26 chief officers but blocks four in court

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