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Erastus Mulwa

Assemblies decry delayed funds disbursement to counties

The delay in the disbursement of equitable share to counties has grounded operations and service delivery in devolved units, County Assemblies Forum deputy chairperson, Ann Kiusya has said.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Assemblies decry delayed funds disbursement to counties

Wavinya jets back, vows to crush cartels tarnishing her name

Wavinya jets back, vows to crush cartels tarnishing her name

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Wavinya Ndeti speaks from UK, denies arrest claims

Wavinya Ndeti speaks from UK, denies arrest claims

By Erastus Mulwa and Victor Nzuma 2 months ago

Women governors push for more numbers in country's leadership

Women governors push for more numbers in country's leadership

By Erastus Mulwa and Victor Nzuma 3 months ago

Rex Kanyike's burial sparks calls for Ruto's resignation

Rex's father, Chris Odawa, eulogised his son as a humble boy whom he had expected much from. Rex's mother, Gillian Odawa, accused police of causing his premature death.

By Erastus Mulwa and Stephen Nzioka 4 months ago

Rex Kanyike's burial sparks calls for Ruto's resignation

Machakos County waives penalties on land rate

Machakos County government has announced a 100 per cent waiver on penalties and unpaid taxes on land parcels and other developments.

By Erastus Mulwa 6 months ago

Machakos County waives penalties on land rate

Ukambani governors want water scarcity factored in revenue share

The three leaders declared that the ongoing debate on revenue allocation for counties will not yield fruit unless unique challenges facing the region are taken into account.

By Erastus Mulwa 6 months ago

Ukambani governors want water scarcity factored in revenue share

Families stranded as floods wreak havoc in Syokimau

The county boss advised families affected by floods to relocate to safer places.

By Erastus Mulwa 7 months ago

Families stranded as floods wreak havoc in Syokimau

Disunity risks my 2027 presidential bid, says Kalonzo

Wiper leaders urged to focus on building a strong party ahead of the next elections. Some party-elected leaders have been openly criticising each other.

By Erastus Mulwa 8 months ago

Disunity risks my 2027 presidential bid, says Kalonzo

Kenya, Uganda step up war against tuberculosis

The project was a crucial step forward in the collective efforts by Kenya and Uganda to fight tuberculosis among the cross-border populations.

By Erastus Mulwa 8 months ago

Kenya, Uganda step up war against tuberculosis

Students embark on clean up of Machakos town

The campaign, dubbed, "my waste, my responsibility" targets to restore the county's lost glory that the students believe has contributed to declining economic fortunes.

By Erastus Mulwa 8 months ago

Students embark on clean up of Machakos town

Wild fruits ingested by pupils sent to Kemri for analysis

51 pupils were taken ill on Tuesday afternoon immediately after eating wild fruits picked from a tree within the school compound. They exhibited vomiting and acute abdominal pains.

By Erastus Mulwa 9 months ago

Wild fruits ingested by pupils sent to Kemri for analysis

10 Machakos County askaris in court for assaulting MCA

At least 10 officers attached to Machakos County inspectorate on Thursday appeared before Machakos Law Courts following the attack on a Member of County Assembly (MCA).

By Erastus Mulwa 9 months ago

10 Machakos County askaris in court for assaulting MCA

Coffee farmers set to earn Sh80 per kilo

The new policy with echoes of Guaranteed Minimum Returns (GMR) that was pledged by the Kenya Kwanza government will be implemented in the 37 coffee-growing counties.

By Erastus Mulwa 10 months ago

Coffee farmers set to earn Sh80 per kilo

Student 'killed in boyfriend's house'

Detectives in Machakos are working to unravel the circumstances under which a female student at Machakos University was murdered inside her alleged boyfriend's house.

By Erastus Mulwa 10 months ago

Student 'killed in boyfriend's house'

Makueni Boys beat academic giants in lower Eastern region

Makueni Boys High School stunned traditional academic giants in the lower Eastern region after posting a performance index of 8.9 in last year's KCSE examination.

By Erastus Mulwa 10 months ago

Makueni Boys beat academic giants in lower Eastern region

Girls dominate KCPE in Makueni, Machakos as private school shine

Makueni's AIC Malivani School, a public institution, had nine candidates scoring 400 and above marks. Private schools generally continued to outshine public schools in the exams.

By Stephen Nzioka and Erastus Mulwa 11 months ago

Girls dominate KCPE in Makueni, Machakos as private school shine

Faithful paid with hard labour for Mavoko plots, pastor recalls

Dozens of people who acquired plots from Aimi Ma Lukenya society had to donate their labour for up to six months way back in 2012, to qualify for a 50x100 plot.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Faithful paid with hard labour for Mavoko plots, pastor recalls

Stop the demolitions now, Ukambani top clergy urge Ruto

"We feel that our mutual understanding, respect, confidence and consultative spirit have been breached which we promised him when he last visited Machakos."

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Stop the demolitions now, Ukambani top clergy urge Ruto

Azimio hits out at State as homes demolished following Ruto order

Homes, schools and churches were demolished leaving dozens homeless. The demolitions came after President William Ruto ordered squatters occupying part of EAPC land to vacate.

By Peterson Githaiga, Erastus Mulwa and Phillip Muasya 1 year ago

Azimio hits out at State as homes demolished following Ruto order

Tears, pain as houses brought down in Mavoko, Machakos County

Authorities demolish homes at East Portland Cement land in Machakos following Pres. Ruto's directive; police lob teargas, chase area MP Patrick Makau who intervened.

By Peterson Githaiga and Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Tears, pain as houses brought down in Mavoko, Machakos County

Governor Wavinya unveils plan to deal with El-Nio rains

The governor says county emergency teams have adequately been trained and equipped to offer rescue and evacuation services to residents who may be affected.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Governor Wavinya unveils plan to deal with El-Nio rains

Machakos governor sacks education minister over poor performance

Machakos Governor, Wavinya Ndeti has sacked the County Executive Committee Member for Education Philip Mutua Kilonzo.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Machakos governor sacks education minister over poor performance

Machakos Governor reshuffles Cabinet to boost service delivery

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has announced major changes in her cabinet, affecting several County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) and chief officers.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Machakos Governor reshuffles Cabinet to boost service delivery

High cost of fuel hurting Kenyans, Wavinya tells President Ruto

In the latest review of prices by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority, the costs of petroleum products crossed the Sh200 mark for the first time in Kenya's history.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

High cost of fuel hurting Kenyans, Wavinya tells President Ruto

Wavinya faults Gachagua over remarks on bipartisan talks

In the latest engagement with President Ruto, the DP said that Raila has again left Kalonzo out and is only pursuing his own interests.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Wavinya faults Gachagua over remarks on bipartisan talks

Mumbuni North MCA Gideon Kavuu dies

Residents of Mumbuni North Ward in Machakos Town Constituency are mourning the death of their MCA Gideon Kavuu, who died on Saturday evening.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Mumbuni North MCA Gideon Kavuu dies

President Ruto: We will deal with violence at whatever cost

He said the Government will deploy all resources at its disposal to ensure peace and order is restored.

By Erastus Mulwa and Victor Nzuma 1 year ago

President Ruto: We will deal with violence at whatever cost

Governor condemns shooting of unarmed protesters as victim's family seeks justice

Family says kin was innocent and was only selling water when he was shot, as Makueni governor warns police against using live bullets on demonstrators.

By Stephen Nzioka and Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Governor condemns shooting of unarmed protesters as victim's family seeks justice

Machakos medics call off go-slow after talks with Wavinya

Health workers have called off a strike set for today after Governor Wavinya Ndeti worked out a last-minute intervention to avert a crisis.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Machakos medics call off go-slow after talks with Wavinya

Machakos budget: Health, Agriculture and Infrastructure top Machakos spending

Machakos County will spend huge resources to finance Health, Agriculture and Infrastructure programs in the 2023/24 financial year.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Machakos budget: Health, Agriculture and Infrastructure top Machakos spending

Kalonzo: I will copy Ruto plan of early campaigns

The Wiper Party leader said he had 'learnt from the best' on the importance of hitting the ground early on campaigns, citing Ruto's political maneuvers that put him in State House.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Kalonzo: I will copy Ruto plan of early campaigns

Health Ministry launch drive to administer free drugs in five counties

Mass drug administration drive geared towards eliminating neglected tropical diseases has started. Some 5.6 million residents in five counties will now benefit from free 2.3 million tablets.

By Erastus Mulwa and Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Health Ministry launch drive to administer free drugs in five counties

Drive to give free drugs targets 5.6 million people in five counties

WHO is funding the programme to the tune of Sh200 million.

By Erastus Mulwa and Philip Muasya 1 year ago

Drive to give free drugs targets 5.6 million people in five counties

Machakos launches Sh80 million bursaries for needy students

Wavinya appealed to school principals and head teachers to keep learners in school even as they grapple with the serious delays of capitation funds from the Ministry of Education.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Machakos launches Sh80 million bursaries for needy students

Drive to administer Bilharzia drugs in five counties

WHO said that Arica is the region which is most affected by schistosomiasis (Bilharzia), accounting for 91.4 per cent of the total number of people requiring treatment globally.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Drive to administer Bilharzia drugs in five counties

Kalonzo: Rise up and oppose taxes, courts will betray you

Wiper leader backs mass action, says he has no confidence in the courts. Insists courts not the only option for Kenyans to fight off oppressive taxation.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Kalonzo: Rise up and oppose taxes, courts will betray you

Azimio's strategy to make Kalonzo ready for a duel with Ruto in 2027

Azimio's strategy is to ripen Kalonzo by increasing his prominence in a bid to portray him as the next face of the struggle against oppression.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Azimio's strategy to make Kalonzo ready for a duel with Ruto in 2027

Wavinya hosts Dorcas Gachagua, rallies residents to attend Kalonzo rally

Wavinya cautions residents against engaging in divisive politics.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Wavinya hosts Dorcas Gachagua, rallies residents to attend Kalonzo rally

Governor Ndeti urges UHC staff to stay as she pursues renewal of their contracts

The governor's move is meant to avert a crisis in the health sector as the UHC staff, some of whose contracts have already expired, are offering critical services.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Governor Ndeti urges UHC staff to stay as she pursues renewal of their contracts

Mackenzie enjoyed Bible stories at a tender age, family says

Inquiries about Makenzi's family background and history remained scarce, even as the country grappled with the shocking revelation of mass deaths at his church in Shakahola.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Mackenzie enjoyed Bible stories at a tender age, family says

No handshake with Raila, allies urge Ruto at Machakos meeting

Prof Kibwana said the two teams appointed to represent the government side and the opposition must only focus on the issues that affect the ordinary citizen.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

No handshake with Raila, allies urge Ruto at Machakos meeting

Wavinya tells off critics as she prepares to host President Ruto

Ruto is expected in Machakos on Sunday where he is scheduled to attend interdenominational prayer and thanksgiving service at the Kenyatta stadium.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Wavinya tells off critics as she prepares to host President Ruto

Grandstanding in Ruto, Raila camps could put week-old truce in jeopardy

Azimio is pushing for a review of the Constitution to remove "last vestiges of an imperial presidency." Ruto declared he will not be a party to talks tailored along lines of the 2008 National Accord.

By Josphat Thiong'o and Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago

Grandstanding in Ruto, Raila camps could put week-old truce in jeopardy

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