Gachagua: Kenyans told me the Kenya they want

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revealed details of the extensive consultations he held during his 55-day political conclave at his Wamunyoro residence in Nyeri County.

By Amos Kiarie 10 days ago

Gachagua: I am opposition's best candidate to beat Ruto in 2027 polls

"Objective Number Three: That Rigathi Gachagua shall be the preferred Presidential candidate of the United Alternative Government in the 2027 general election,"

By Amos Kiarie 11 days ago

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Kariuki warns against divisive politics as Mt Kenya weighs 2027 direction

Ndia MP George Kariuki has urged Mt Kenya to reject divisive politics and pursue a united strategy ahead of the 2027 elections.

By Amos Kiarie 13 days ago

Kariuki calls for new political approach in Mt Kenya ahead of 2027

Ndia MP George Kariuki calls for a new political approach in Mt Kenya, warns residents against leaders he accuses of using insults, ethnic rhetoric and divisive politics.

By Amos Kiarie 13 days ago

10,000 new police officers to bolster security ahead of 2027 polls

Kenya is deploying 10,000 newly trained police officers ahead of the 2027 General Election to address staffing gaps, strengthen security operations and respond to emerging threats.

By Amos Kiarie 14 days ago

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Kenya's land surveys goes digital as technology tackles boundary disputes

Land surveying in Kenya is increasingly shifting from traditional field reconnaissance to digital mapping and precision technology, with surveyors using digitised maps

By Amos Kiarie 15 days ago

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Gachagua positions DCP as Mt Kenya vehicle for 2027 power bid

Rigathi Gachagua and his allies are seeking to consolidate Mt Kenya behind DCP as a single political vehicle for the 2027 election while building alliances with leaders beyond the region.

By Amos Kiarie 16 days ago

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Tension rises in Nyeri ahead of Gachagua visit

Political tension is rising in Nyeri county ahead of former DP Rigathi Gachagua’s visit to the county on Today, with his allies alleging plans to disrupt his meetings.

By Amos Kiarie 17 days ago

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Wamunyoro conclave: Where Gachagua's grip of Mt Kenya was firmed

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua's Wamunyoro home has turned into his political command centre that is shaping the most significant political developments in Mt Kenya,

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

Satellite towns: Magnet for property investors seeking affordable land

Rising land costs in major urban centres and growing demand for housing are pushing property investors and home buyers to emerging satellite towns

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

Export agency steps up push for new markets

The Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (Keproba) has intensified efforts to help local enterprises access wider markets .

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

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East or West? Ruto's headache as rivals thwart push for Mt Kenya split

The political battle for Mt Kenya’s influential voting bloc has intensified, with a section of leaders dismissing claims that the region is splitting into East and West.

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

Digital livestock tracking at heart of Kenya's Sh1 trillion meat industry ambition

The Agriculture and Livestock Development ministry has launched a digital platform that seeks to strengthen animal health systems that will help in meeting meat export requirements.

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

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Gachagua accuses government of using police to sabotage Ol Kalou by-election

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of using police deployment to interfere with the Ol Kalou by-election, claims that have yet to receive a response from authorities.

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

Alternative building technologies touted as answer to Kenya's housing shortage

Alternative building technologies that reduce construction costs while expanding access to decent housing are emerging as practical solutions to Kenya’s worsening housing crisis.

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

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Experts sound alarm over rising pollution in crucial Athi River

Environmentalists are raising concerns over escalating pollution and environmental degradation in Athi River.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Quality milk to fetch higher returns as Kenya shifts dairy payment model

Dairy farmers will soon earn more for producing high-quality milk as the government shifts from quantity-based to quality-based payments.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

TelPosta engages pensioners in drive to enhance benefit processing

More than 2,000 pensioners and deferred members have been engaged through a nationwide education and outreach programme by TelPosta Pension Scheme as it seeks to improve benefit processing.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

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Airstrip project inside Mt Kenya forest sparks global debate

The proposed airstrip sits within a landscape that is not only ecologically fragile but also strategically connected to the wider Mt Kenya ecosystem.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Boost for Konza as Ketraco energises Sh8.4 billion power line

Kenya has taken a significant step towards strengthening its electricity infrastructure after Ketraco successfully energised the Sh8.4 billion Isinya–Konza 400kV transmission line.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Ol Pejeta to expand scholarship programme, improve school infrastructure

More than 100 vulnerable learners could benefit from scholarships next year as Ol Pejeta Conservancy moves to expand its education support programme.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Inside race to save shrinking Ngong Forest amid rapid urban expansion

Ngong Forest is struggling to preserve what remains of one of the city’s most important green spaces because of Nairobi's urbanisation.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

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Nanyuki leaders reject proposed Ebola facility

Nanyuki leaders and residents have rejected a proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Laikipia County, citing public health, safety, and lack of public participation.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

NGO's anti-gender violence drive wins praise

Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga says community-driven prevention efforts offer a sustainable way of tackling gender-based violence by addressing harmful behaviours.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Families mourn loved ones as calm returns to Nanyuki town

Protests over a proposed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base left two people dead, several injured and disrupted trade.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

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Ebola centre? No: Protests rock Nanyuki over plans to set up isolation facility

Nanyuki town was brought to a standstill as residents protested against a proposed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

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Coffee farmers reap rewards from reforms and new export markets

Kenya’s coffee sector is experiencing revival as reforms in marketing, payment systems and direct market access begin to lift farmers’ earnings.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Family seeks justice for Nyeri peanut roaster shot dead during protests

Family members demand justice after the groundnut vendor was allegedly shot dead by police during Monday's protests in Nyeri town

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Chaka's housing boom bets on investors' demand for city-style

Once a quiet stopover along the Nairobi–Nanyuki highway, Chaka is rapidly emerging as one of Central Kenya’s most active real estate frontiers.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Africa shifts from aid to own climate solutions via Kenya hub

A new training and research model in Kenya seeks to integrate indigenous ecological wisdom into global environmental and climate finance systems.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

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Firing of pregnant Kiganjo recruits exposes deep flaws in police recruitment

The dismissal of 18 pregnant recruits from the National Police College in Kiganjo has exposed underlying gaps in the recruitment exercise.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Seven arrested in Nyeri over suspected stolen meat trade

Seven suspects arrested in Nyeri after police uncovered suspected stolen meat and fake inspection stamps in a residential raid.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Gachagua: Kenyans told me the Kenya they want

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revealed details of the extensive consultations he held during his 55-day political conclave at his Wamunyoro residence in Nyeri County.

By Amos Kiarie 10 days ago

Gachagua: I am opposition's best candidate to beat Ruto in 2027 polls

"Objective Number Three: That Rigathi Gachagua shall be the preferred Presidential candidate of the United Alternative Government in the 2027 general election,"

By Amos Kiarie 11 days ago

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Kariuki warns against divisive politics as Mt Kenya weighs 2027 direction

Ndia MP George Kariuki has urged Mt Kenya to reject divisive politics and pursue a united strategy ahead of the 2027 elections.

By Amos Kiarie 13 days ago

Kariuki calls for new political approach in Mt Kenya ahead of 2027

Ndia MP George Kariuki calls for a new political approach in Mt Kenya, warns residents against leaders he accuses of using insults, ethnic rhetoric and divisive politics.

By Amos Kiarie 13 days ago

10,000 new police officers to bolster security ahead of 2027 polls

Kenya is deploying 10,000 newly trained police officers ahead of the 2027 General Election to address staffing gaps, strengthen security operations and respond to emerging threats.

By Amos Kiarie 14 days ago

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Kenya's land surveys goes digital as technology tackles boundary disputes

Land surveying in Kenya is increasingly shifting from traditional field reconnaissance to digital mapping and precision technology, with surveyors using digitised maps

By Amos Kiarie 15 days ago

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Gachagua positions DCP as Mt Kenya vehicle for 2027 power bid

Rigathi Gachagua and his allies are seeking to consolidate Mt Kenya behind DCP as a single political vehicle for the 2027 election while building alliances with leaders beyond the region.

By Amos Kiarie 16 days ago

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Tension rises in Nyeri ahead of Gachagua visit

Political tension is rising in Nyeri county ahead of former DP Rigathi Gachagua’s visit to the county on Today, with his allies alleging plans to disrupt his meetings.

By Amos Kiarie 17 days ago