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Amos Kiarie

DNA samples of Endarasha school fire victims matched

Oduor on Wednesday said the samples of each of the 21 pupils who perished in the fire tragedy have been positively identified and will be returned to their families for proper burial arrangements.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

DNA samples of Endarasha school fire victims matched

Duale challenges Ruto allies to respect presidency as Gachagua hits back

Duale challenges Ruto allies to respect presidency as Gachagua hits back

By Nikko Tanui and Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Villagers block Gen Z protesters from accessing Endarasha school

Villagers block Gen Z protesters from accessing Endarasha school

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Grief stricken parents demand answers for 70 missing students after school fire

Grief stricken parents demand answers for 70 missing students after school fire

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

70 pupils still missing as Ruto declares three days of mourning

Ruto on Friday declared three days of national mourning in honour of the 18 students who lost their lives in a dormitory fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri County.

By Esther Nyambura and Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

70 pupils still missing as Ruto declares three days of mourning

Tears and agony as 17 pupils die in school dormitory fire

Blaze, whose cause is still unknown, broke out on Friday morning at a Nyeri school. 27 pupils were admitted in hospital, and dozens missing in the incident that shocked the nation.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Tears and agony as 17 pupils die in school dormitory fire

Real estate firms tap diaspora market as housing deals surge

With over three million Kenyans living abroad, real estate firms see a significant opportunity to attract investment from this lucrative demographic.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Real estate firms tap diaspora market as housing deals surge

Pastoral women demand land title deeds from State to protect their rights

Women from pastoral communities have urged the government to make it easier for them to obtain official land titles.

By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago

Pastoral women demand land title deeds from State to protect their rights

Kalonzo rejects Ruto's offer, opts to lead opposition

Kalonzo said he cannot join a government that has already failed to deliver its promises to the people.

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

Kalonzo rejects Ruto's offer, opts to lead opposition

Residents to benefit from Sh6.7 million Mutitu water project

More than 5,000 residents in Nyeri, Laikipia, and Nyandarua counties are expected to benefit from two boreholes drilled as part of the Mutitu water project.

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

Residents to benefit from Sh6.7 million Mutitu water project

Governor calls on Ruto to face Mt Kenya in new Cabinet appointments

Governor Kahiga urged the president to ensure fair representation for the Mt Kenya region in the upcoming Cabinet appointments.

By Boniface Gikandi and Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

Governor calls on Ruto to face Mt Kenya in new Cabinet appointments

DP urges Gen Z to call off anti-government demos

Rigathi Gachagua asked political leaders to tone down to avoid political tension.

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

DP urges Gen Z to call off anti-government demos

Developers harness the power of technology to reshape the industry

The real estate market is experiencing a surge in demand for affordable housing due to rapid urbanisation.

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

Developers harness the power of technology to reshape the industry

Coffee factory goes green with eco pulper machine

Kiandu Coffee Factory has embraced green energy to boost global competitiveness of the produce.

By Amos Kiarie 5 months ago

Coffee factory goes green with eco pulper machine

Tsavo's guardians get lessons on quelling human-wildlife conflict

Cases of human-wildlife conflict have plagued the communities living around Tsavo National Park, primarily due to high human populations and incompatible land use practices.

By Amos Kiarie 5 months ago

Tsavo's guardians get lessons on quelling human-wildlife conflict

We're wasting 40 per cent of our food FAO

Food waste in Kenya has far-reaching implications such as environmental impact. The decomposing food also produces methane gas, a potent greenhouse gas accelerating climate change.

By Amos Kiarie 6 months ago

We're wasting 40 per cent of our food FAO

Laikipia residents benefit from 700 goats in restocking programme

Under the initiative, 700 gala goats have been distributed to improve the breed and assist 250 pastoral families in Laikipia North sub county.

By Amos Kiarie 6 months ago

Laikipia residents benefit from 700 goats in restocking programme

Conservancies woo landowners to mitigate conflict with wildlife

Amid growing concerns of human-wildlife conflict along the wildlife corridor in the Amboseli, conservancies are advocating for a shift from agriculture to livestock.

By Amos Kiarie 6 months ago

Conservancies woo landowners to mitigate conflict with wildlife

How SMEs are diversifying to beat high costs, maximise profits

The number of Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) business owners embracing smaller stalls that accommodate multiple ventures under one roof is on the rise.

By Amos Kiarie 7 months ago

How SMEs are diversifying to beat high costs, maximise profits

Innovator makes clean cooking stove that uses recycled engine oil

These cooking appliances not only consume large amounts of fuel but also emit copious amounts of harmful greenhouse gases.

By Amos Kiarie 7 months ago

Innovator makes clean cooking stove that uses recycled engine oil

Nyeri governor threatens to sack striking doctors

Kahiga said a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) should be negotiated by the county and national governments

By Purity Mwangi, Amos Kiarie and Boniface Gikandi 7 months ago

Nyeri governor threatens to sack striking doctors

Preserving the whales: Delicate balance for Kenya's Coast

From July to October, these marine mammals grace the shores during their migratory journey, making it a unique experience for locals and tourists alike.

By Amos Kiarie 8 months ago

Preserving the whales: Delicate balance for Kenya's Coast

Fishermen get skills to free animals caught in nets

The training by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) is in response to the growing number of encounters between local fishermen and whales.

By Amos Kiarie 8 months ago

Fishermen get skills to free animals caught in nets

Ruto urges MPs to embrace bipartisan approach on Housing Bill

President William Ruto says the 220-unit Makenji affordable housing project in Kandara, Murang'a County will create more than 1,600 jobs and expand opportunities for the locals.

By Boniface Gikandi and Amos Kiarie 9 months ago

Ruto urges MPs to embrace bipartisan approach on Housing Bill

'Wajakoya' drink leaves village in mourning after an evening of fun

Kiangai villagers gathered at a bar to make merry, but hours later some were dead after consuming an illicit brew.

By Amos Kiarie 9 months ago

'Wajakoya' drink leaves village in mourning after an evening of fun

Catholics to celebrate 10th anniversary of Sister Nyaatha's beatification

Catholics are set to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the beatification of Blessed Sister Irene 'Nyaatha' Stefani, known for her commitment to serving the marginalised and the poor.

By Amos Kiarie and Lydiah Nyawira 10 months ago

Catholics to celebrate 10th anniversary of Sister Nyaatha's beatification

Why bid to make Ndindi Nyoro Mt Kenya spokesperson is causing huge ripples

A political supremacy battle is simmering in Mt Kenya over a push by a section of leaders to endorse Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro as the region's spokesperson.

By Boniface Gikandi and Amos Kiarie 10 months ago

Why bid to make Ndindi Nyoro Mt Kenya spokesperson is causing huge ripples

Ruto commits to fix dairy sector woes

President William Ruto while commissioning a New Kenya Co-operative Creameries (KCC) plant in Nyahururu on Wednesdays vowed to address challenges facing the dairy sector

By Amos Kiarie 10 months ago

Ruto commits to fix dairy sector woes

Police Intercept 50 bags of bhang

Acting on a tip-off from the public, the officers managed to apprehend two suspects and seized the bhang on Friday night.

By Amos Kiarie 10 months ago

Police Intercept 50 bags of bhang

180 students benefit from Kahiga's scholarship programme

Under the programme, students from vulnerable families, with a minimum score of 350 marks, receive full payment of their secondary school fees for four years.

By Amos Kiarie 10 months ago

180 students benefit from Kahiga's scholarship programme

Can wildlife roam freely and live harmoniously with humans?

The International Fund for Animals Welfare, (IFAW) has aptly recognised the urgent need to take action and is actively advocating for the "Room to Roam" initiative.

By Amos Kiarie 11 months ago

Can wildlife roam freely and live harmoniously with humans?

We won't tolerate Mungiki's illegal plans: Gachagua

DP Gachagua said that Kenyans are free to carry out their business without being exploited by youth who are in the sect.

By Amos Kiarie 11 months ago

We won't tolerate Mungiki's illegal plans: Gachagua

How we made it, top candidates speak out after results out

Fidel Wanjala, the 12-year-old who wants to become a doctor, said he made it courtesy of a reading culture he developed at a tender age.

By Amos Kiarie and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

How we made it, top candidates speak out after results out

Jubilation as Debrah Aluel scores 425 marks in 2023 KCPE

Parents and teachers at Ndima Kanini Primary School in Karatina, Nyeri county, broke into song and dance following news of Debrah Aluel's impressive performance.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Jubilation as Debrah Aluel scores 425 marks in 2023 KCPE

Kindiki supports efforts to fight substance abuse

The CS said drug abuse ranks third after terrorism and armed banditry as a threat to national security and assured of the ministry's commitment to address the issues.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Kindiki supports efforts to fight substance abuse

PS Muhia urges Kenyans to support inmate-made products

Correctional Services Principal Secretary Salome Muhia has urged Kenyans to support the Prisons Department by buying products made by inmates.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

PS Muhia urges Kenyans to support inmate-made products

Gachagua calls for Mt Kenya unity, support for President Ruto

Gachagua urged Central region businesses to unite and contribute to national growth through collaborative efforts and utilization of their collective capabilities.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Gachagua calls for Mt Kenya unity, support for President Ruto

Villagers protest against British army ahead of King Charles' visit

A week ahead of King Charles' visit to Kenya, residents from Jua Kali, Muramati, Kimugandoro, and Kariunga villages in Laikipia County are not a happy lot.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Villagers protest against British army ahead of King Charles' visit

Former British armoury and holding cell in ruins

It functioned as a secure storage facility for weapons, tightly guarded by the home guards. The house also operated as a prison where individuals who resisted colonial rule were detained.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Former British armoury and holding cell in ruins

Gachagua: Moses Kuria will not be fired

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has come out to defend Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria against calls to have him sacked.

By Lydiah Nyawira and Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Gachagua: Moses Kuria will not be fired

Revered pyrethrum picker who fought for Kenya's freedom

Muthoni, born in 1931 as the third child of Wanjira Kirima and Kirima Nguya, had a humble upbringing in a small farming community.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Revered pyrethrum picker who fought for Kenya's freedom

Govt develops plan to reduce edible oil import dependency

CS Murkomen added that the government aims to create a conducive environment for the growth and development of local industries while reducing reliance on imports.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Govt develops plan to reduce edible oil import dependency

Muheria: Heavy taxation a big burden for Kenyan households

Muheria said there is an urgent need for the state to collaborate with other stake holders to ease the burden of high cost of living on ordinary citizens.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Muheria: Heavy taxation a big burden for Kenyan households

Field Marshal Muthoni Kirima's burial set for September 22

Amidst an outpouring of grief, the final send-off for the esteemed freedom fighter Field Marshal Muthoni Kirima has been scheduled for September 22.

By Amos Kiarie 1 year ago

Field Marshal Muthoni Kirima's burial set for September 22

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