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Embu MCAs launch impeachment bid against finance CEC Joe Kamaria
Embu County Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against CEC Finance Joe Kamaria, citing gross misconduct, contempt of the legislature and incompetence.
By Muriithi Mugo 1 month ago
Embu MCAs launch impeachment bid against finance CEC Joe Kamaria
IEBC, Millbrook School hold civic education session for future voters
The event took place during student elections at Millbrook International School, where pupils participated in a mock electoral process designed to simulate national voting procedures.
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
IEBC, Millbrook School hold civic education session for future voters
CS Ruku orders enforcement of suspension letters for senior NYS Managers
Earlier in the month, Ruku gave an outline of a raft of measures aimed at addressing systemic procurement irregularities within the National Youth Service (NYS).
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
CS Ruku orders enforcement of suspension letters for senior NYS Managers
CS Ruku urges radical tech shift in HR to empower talent and drive growth
CS Ruku stressed that HR must transition from being a traditional support function to a strategic enabler of institutional performance.
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
CS Ruku urges radical tech shift in HR to empower talent and drive growth
13 primary schools in Mbeere South benefit from food donations
Over 5,000 pupils in thirteen primary schools in Mbeere South are reaping the benefits of a vital school feeding initiative aimed at combating hunger and boosting academic performance.
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
13 primary schools in Mbeere South benefit from food donations
State pledges support for Mathare fire victims
The CS Geoffrey Ruku, has announced full government support for victims of the tragic fire that ravaged Mathare 4B estate in Nairobi earlier this week.
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
State pledges support for Mathare fire victims
Ruku unveils plan to equip youth through NYS, sports programmes
The move is part of a larger agenda to commercialise youth programmes and expand opportunities for economic empowerment.
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
Ruku unveils plan to equip youth through NYS, sports programmes
CS Ruku: Fast-track tax disputes as judiciary launches new app
Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku has called on the Judiciary to prioritise the resolution of tax-related disputes.
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
CS Ruku: Fast-track tax disputes as judiciary launches new app
UDA dismisses claims of mass defections in Embu as fraudulent, misleading
Speaking at a press briefing in Embu Town, UDA Mt. Kenya East Coordinator Albert Mutani described the allegations of a political walkout as a "sham staged by imposters."
By Muriithi Mugo 2 months ago
UDA dismisses claims of mass defections in Embu as fraudulent, misleading
CS Ruku orders probe into alleged NYS systemic procurement irregularities
CS for Public Service Geoffrey Ruku has announced several measures to address systemic procurement irregularities within the National Youth Service.
By Muriithi Mugo 3 months ago
CS Ruku orders probe into alleged NYS systemic procurement irregularities
Public Service CS Ruku commends public participation drive, promises deep reforms
Ruku says engagements form part of a broader strategy to accelerate the implementation of Article 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, which outlines the core principles and values of public service
By Muriithi Mugo 3 months ago
Public Service CS Ruku commends public participation drive, promises deep reforms
Government set to recruit 100,000 youths to NYS
The government is putting plans in place to recruit some 100,000 youths across the country to join the National Youth Service.
By Muriithi Mugo 3 months ago
Government set to recruit 100,000 youths to NYS
DP Kindiki pledges coffee sector debt relief, reforms to boost farmer earnings
Kindiki announced that all verified debts owed by public coffee factories and mills will be written off, ensuring deductions from their payments no longer burden farmers.
By Muriithi Mugo 3 months ago
DP Kindiki pledges coffee sector debt relief, reforms to boost farmer earnings
Students Showcase Innovations at 61st Kenya Science Engineering Fair
Inspirations as students present Innovations at the 61st Kenya Science and Engineering Fair.
By Muriithi Mugo 3 months ago
Students Showcase Innovations at 61st Kenya Science  Engineering Fair
Students showcase innovation at national science fair in Embu
Some 800 high school students are participating in the 61st National Kenya Science and Engineering Fair (KSEF) at Kangaru School in Embu County, where they are showcasing innovative projects .
By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago
Students showcase innovation at national science fair in Embu
It's not time for politics, President Ruto says in Embu
President William Ruto has emphasized that the nation's focus should be on development, not politics, urging leaders to unite in advancing the country's growth agenda.
By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago
It's not time for politics, President Ruto says in Embu
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Geoffrey Ruku: A political comeback fueled by resilience
In 2013, he aligned himself with the United Republican Party (URP) led by then-Deputy President William Ruto, yet the Mbeere North parliamentary seat remained out of reach.
By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago
Geoffrey Ruku: A political comeback fueled by resilience
Political tensions rise as Ruto plans first Mt Kenya visit since Gachagua exit
While some doubt the visit will bring meaningful change, others see it as a chance to showcase progress in various sectors and engage directly with the President.
By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago
Political tensions rise as Ruto plans first Mt Kenya visit since Gachagua exit
Knut hoists union's flag atop Mt Kenya's highest peak
In a remarkable display of perseverance and solidarity, the Knut Chief Officer, John Gitari, successfully hoisted the union's green flag atop Mount Kenya's highest peak, Lenana Peak.
By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago
Knut hoists union's flag atop Mt Kenya's highest peak
UDA courts Muslim community in Mount Kenya to regain political support
President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has intensified its bid to regain support in the Mount Kenya region by targeting the Muslim community.
By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago
UDA courts Muslim community in Mount Kenya to regain political support
PS: Private hospitals risk shutdown for denying SHA services
Private healthcare providers refusing outpatient services under the Social Health Authority (SHA) will face severe consequences, including the possibility of being shut down.
By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago
PS: Private hospitals risk shutdown for denying SHA services
68 students hospitalised after suspected food poisoning in Embu
68 students from St. Thomas Aquinas Igumori Secondary School in Embu hospitalised after allegedly consuming contaminated beef.
By Muriithi Mugo 6 months ago
68 students hospitalised after suspected food poisoning in Embu
Coffee farmers in frantic bid to save cooperative from auction
Coffee farmers in Manyatta constituency have moved to court to halt the impending auction of their cooperative, which is facing a financial crisis due to a Sh60 million loan.
By Muriithi Mugo 6 months ago
Coffee farmers in frantic bid to save cooperative from auction
Free but fearful: How life has changed for released abductees
A cloud of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty has engulfed the homes of two abduction victims, who were released on Monday but are still grappling with the trauma of their ordeal.
By Muriithi Mugo and Kennedy Gachuhi 7 months ago
Free but fearful: How life has changed for released abductees
Billy Mwangi whipped and beaten during abduction Ordeal
Mukunji, who visited Mwangi at Frevane Hospital on the outskirts of Embu town, described the young man as deeply traumatized after his time in captivity.
By Muriithi Mugo 7 months ago
Billy Mwangi whipped and beaten during abduction Ordeal
CS faces hostile crowd as Gachagua tells off Ruto allies over abductions
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua dismissed accusations that he was involved in the abductions, terming them baseless claims without merit.
By Muriithi Mugo 7 months ago
CS faces hostile crowd as Gachagua tells off Ruto allies over abductions
Free Billy Mwangi now, Embu protesters tell State
Protests erupt in Embu as residents demand the release of Billy Mwangi, allegedly abducted a week ago; transport paralysed and some businesses shut.
By Muriithi Mugo 7 months ago
Free Billy Mwangi now, Embu protesters tell State
Family seeks Ruto help after son's mysterious abduction
Billy Wanyiri was abducted by hooded men who forced him into a waiting double-cabin vehicle, which sped off towards Nairobi.
By Muriithi Mugo 7 months ago
Family seeks Ruto help after son's mysterious abduction
Gachagua casts lone shadow as Embu leaders skip church event
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua cast the image of a man walking on a tight rope as elected leaders shunned the Sunday service he attended in Embu.
By Muriithi Mugo 9 months ago
Gachagua casts lone shadow as Embu leaders skip church event
Gachagua banks on Judiciary to uphold law ahead of Senate trial
The Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is walking on a tight rope after elected leaders stayed away when he attended church service on Sunday in Embu.
By Muriithi Mugo 9 months ago
Gachagua banks on Judiciary to uphold law ahead of Senate trial
Ruto says broad-based government to transform economy
President William Ruto has defended the decision to form a broad-based government saying this will enable the country to move forward and allow the input of everyone in matters of taxation.
By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Ruto says broad-based government to transform economy
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AG Muturi challenges Senate to justify its existence
Muturi urged leaders to tone down on the one man, one vote, one shilling debate and start a conversation on the expenditure of allocated and available resources across the counties.
By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
AG Muturi challenges Senate to justify its existence
Reprieve for traders as court lifts ban on muguka in Mombasa, Kilifi
Muguka farmers and traders have gotten temporary relief after the Embu High Court issued conservatory orders lifting the ban in Mombasa and Kilifi.
By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Reprieve for traders as court lifts ban on muguka in Mombasa, Kilifi
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Meru and Embu chew over fate of miraa, muguka after Coast ban
Miraa or khat, and muguka, are popular stimulant crops predominantly grown in parts of Meru and Embu.
By Phares Mutembei and Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Meru and Embu chew over fate of miraa, muguka after Coast ban
Anxiety as woman is buried in 30 minutes amid legal battle
Felister Wanyaga was laid to rest at Kithungururu village in Embu County after a four-month legal battle.
By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Anxiety as woman is buried in 30 minutes amid legal battle
Gachagua calls for one man, one-shilling revenue formula
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revived the 'one man, one vote, one shilling' debate for the distribution of national resources
By Lydiah Nyawira and Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Gachagua calls for one man, one-shilling revenue formula
Flood warning issued after Masinga Dam overflows
Interior PS Raymond Omollo said the government has assembled a national emergency center that will coordinate emergency and response activities across the country.
By AFP, Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Flood warning issued after Masinga Dam overflows
Machogu: State to build 15,000 classes for Grade 9
According to CS Machogu, the ministry is making necessary preparations in readiness for Grade Nine, which will be domiciled in primary schools.
By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Machogu: State to build 15,000 classes for Grade 9
Stakeholders urge farmers to go for crops that thrive in harsh times
Dr Roy Mugiira observed that the BT Cotton released to farmers and in its fifth cycle of cultivation is safe and has passed through safety checks before approval.
By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago
Stakeholders urge farmers to go for crops that thrive in harsh times
Azimio warns Ruto against Haiti mission
Speaking at Makenji ACK Parish in Embu county, Azimio leaders accused President Ruto of disobeying court orders and interfering with legislation in Parliament.
By Muriithi Mugo and Purity Mwangi 1 year ago
Azimio warns Ruto against Haiti mission