Kindiki condemns violent fuel protests, vows to ensure national security

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the destruction of property and chaos witnessed across the country was uncalled for and promised that the government would address high fuel prices

By Phares Mutembei 3 days ago

Ruto, Kindiki condole with former Governor Kiraitu after daughter's death

President William Ruto and his deputy, Kithure Kindiki, are among leaders who have condoled with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi following the death of his daughter, Anita Kendi.

By Phares Mutembei 7 days ago

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Two men, same name, same land: 30yr court battle heads for supreme court

30-year land dispute involving two men with identical names has moved through multiple courts, with judges ruling one fraudulently acquired the property. Case could now head to the Supreme Court.

By Phares Mutembei 7 days ago

Lewa trains school boards to improve performance

Over 300 school board members and education leaders have been trained by Lewa Conservancy to strengthen school leadership and improve academic performance across Meru, Isiolo and Laikipia.

By Phares Mutembei 9 days ago

Mwangaza wants governor to apologise over alleged defamatory remarks

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has issued a demand notice to Governor Mutuma, requiring him to retract and apologise for the utterances made against her.

By Phares Mutembei 11 days ago

Murkomen says 3,000 illegal firearms in the hands of cattle rustlers

Murkomen has said more than 3,000 illegal firearms are in the hands of criminals blamed for cattle rustling, banditry and other insecurity incidents in Northern and Eastern parts of the country.

By Phares Mutembei 11 days ago

Tharaka Nithi residents to benefit from specialised healthcare services

Tharaka Nithi residents will benefit from improved diagnostic services following the construction of a modern CT scan building at Marimanti Level Four Hospital.

By Phares Mutembei 11 days ago

Four immigrants nabbed in Meru operating illegal bakery

Four illegal immigrants arrested in Meru after a night raid uncovered an unlicensed bakery operating under poor hygiene conditions.

By Phares Mutembei 14 days ago

Family seeks help to clear Sh4m hospital bill after son dies in India

A Kenyan family is stranded in India with the body of their son, who died from heart disease.

By Phares Mutembei 14 days ago

Mwangaza, Munya to host Linda Mwananchi

Meru County is expected to host two political outfits: Linda Mwananchi and United Alternative Government.

By Phares Mutembei 15 days ago

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Ruto to Gachagua: "I will not kneel before you"

William Ruto has rejected pressure from Rigathi Gachagua, vowing not to bow to regional political influence as tensions escalate ahead of elections.

By Phares Mutembei 25 days ago

Mpuru Aburi's party to forge alliance with like-minded leaders

The National Ordinary People Empowerment Union (Nopeu) leader Mpuru Aburi has said they will engage with other political formations to forge a winning alliance ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Phares Mutembei 25 days ago

Meru county allocates 600 acres for police training camp

Interior CS Murkomen and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja have welcomed the allocation of hundreds of acres by Meru county government for police training facilities.

By Phares Mutembei 25 days ago

Murkomen launches police reservists training camp in bid to curb banditry

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen launched a National Police Reservists field training at the Administrative Police Likii training camp at Amwathi in Igembe North, Meru.

By Phares Mutembei 25 days ago

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Kindiki roots for Ruto as he launches last mile project

Three followers of Paul Makenzi, on trial over the Shakahola deaths in Malindi, denied he ordered fasting to death, blaming a separate faction for the teachings that led to 191 deaths.

By Phares Mutembei 29 days ago

Concerns over insecurity as voter registration nears end

Leaders in Meru County have raised security concerns affecting voter registration as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission nears the end of the exercise.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

KeMU VC urges government to rescind decision on scholarships for students in private varsities

Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) VC Prof John Ataya wants the government's decision to cut off scholarships to students in private varsities reversed.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

KMPDC calls for doctors' mental health policy

KMPDC member Prof Rose Kosgei says there was a need to develop a policy to protect practitioners who experience abuse in the course of service delivery.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Mwangaza is out to dilute UDA's two-term campaign in Meru

Ms Mwangaza , who is now Umoja na Maendeleo Party (UMP) leader and has vowed the outfit will sponsor candidates for all elective seats, save for the presidency

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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Trailblazer who rose from poverty to become the pioneer of private schools

Long before private schooling became a normal part of the education system, Prof Judith Mukwanjeru was running Sawa Sawa Academy (SSA) in Meru.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Governors castigate senator Methu for disrespecting Ruto

A section of governors have criticized Nyandarua Senator John Methu for making remarks directed at President William Ruto, terming it disrespectful to the presidency.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Meru leaders welcome Meru County's Chief of Staff' nomination as Vatican envoy

Leaders in Meru County have welcomed the nomination of Governor Isaac Mutuma's Chief of Staff, Julius Mbijiwe, as Kenya’s ambassador to the Vatican.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Mwangaza revamps Okolea charity initiative into a political mobilisation platform.

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has rebranded her Okolea Kaana Ka Miiru charity initiative, transforming it into a powerful political mobilisation platform.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

New dragon fruit variety to combat food insecurity

Experts say the dragon fruit, mainly cultivated in Vietnam, could be what Kenya needs to tackle the persistent drought in the country.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Old boys raise Sh2m for Meru School, commit to establish endowment fund for poor students

Pleased with the performance of Meru School in last year's KCSE, former students visited the institution over the weekend to reward teachers, top performers, and non-teaching staff.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Raiders kill one, steal animals just after Murkomen's tour

The rustlers reportedly went away with about 200 heads of cattle.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Munya: Implement Nyambene conservancy to check cattle rustling

Former Meru Governor Peter Munya has called for the operationalise the Nyambene National Reserve, which has the potential to curb cattle rustling and banditry in northern Meru.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Farmers trained on smart agriculture

The programme facilitates knowledge exchange, enhances resilience and promotes sustainable development by leveraging extensive networks and expertise.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

DP Kindiki: Sh39B allocated for Meru roads

Kithure Kindiki says the William Ruto administration has allocated Sh39 billion to expand tarmac road networks across Meru County.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Police blocked us from Methodist Church, opposition leaders claim

Police officers in Meru blocked DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua and other leaders from a Sunday church service attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

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Opposition blasts ruling regime over warlords, calls for unity vote

Opposition leaders led by Rigathi Gachagua accuse President William Ruto’s government of aligning with foreign warlords and urge a unity vote in Mt Kenya.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Three Isiolo County officials to serve six months in jail over Sh3.9 million contempt

An Isiolo court has ordered the arrest and six-month jailing of three county officials for contempt after failing to pay Sh3.9 million owed to the law firm Mbogo and Muriuki for legal services.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

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Revealed: How Sh100 million was raised to impeach Mwangaza

The impeachment of former Meru governor Kawira Mwangaza was financed by a section of leaders who wanted her out, former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has said.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

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After death in war, kin seek help tracing money in Russian bank

The family of 31-year-old Erick Koome is seeking assistance to trace money believed to be held in a Russian bank after his death while fighting in the Ukraine war.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

KENHA: Nithi bridge construction to take two years

The Kenya National Highways Authority has announced that the realignment and reconstruction of Nithi bridge on the road linking Meru and Embu will take approximately two years to complete.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Meru dairy farmers upbeat as processor gets ISO certification

ISO certification is expected to enable the farmers to access more export markets

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Tharaka Nithi county banks on mineral deposits to spur growth

The government has stepped up efforts to exploit the minerals in Tharaka Nithi in an effort to transform the region's economy.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Community Sacco empowers drought-hit pastoralist regions

Nomadic lifestyles, little education, and distant banking left pastoralists in northern and coastal counties with no savings or capital for business.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Maraga condemns State over violence at Sifuna's meeting

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has condemned Sunday’s violence at the Edwin Sifuna-led political rally in Kitengela, Kajiado County, and accused the government of orchestrating it.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

'I won't let it go': DP Kindiki vows to hold unto second in command post

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said he won't let go of the DP's seat, as the ODM staked its claim for the seat for the 2027 General Elections.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago