Expectations high as wind power project set for Tigania

According to Governor Mutuma M'Ethingia, the Hewani Energy Project in Athwana ward, will present economic opportunities.

By Phares Mutembei 13 days ago

CS Ruku urges Mt Kenya East to unite, rally behind Ruto

Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has called on people in Mt Kenya East region to propagate unity and support President William Ruto and his deputy Kithure Kindiki.

By Phares Mutembei 18 days ago

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Against odds: How girl fought kidney complications to get A in KCSE

Anne Brigit Alande was diagnosed with a kidney disease while in primary school and underwent a kidney transplant performed in India after receiving a donation from her uncle.

By Phares Mutembei 18 days ago

How Meru dairy farmers are driving local economy

The Meru Central Dairy Cooperative Union, which runs a major processing plant near Meru Town, is Kenya's biggest.

By Phares Mutembei 22 days ago

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Why Miraa remains in Kenya's drugs law years after being legalised

Sustained efforts by former Meru Woman rep Forence Kajuju led to its recognition as a legal cash crop in 2016.

By Phares Mutembei 24 days ago

Drought, cattle rustling leave Meru parents struggling

Many parts of Buuri, Tigania, and Igembe have experienced poor rainfall, resulting in poor crop yields while incessant raids by cattle rustlers have compounded the crisis facing families.

By Phares Mutembei 27 days ago

Meru residents fear upgrade of hospital will deny them care

Meru General Hospital once upgraded into a Level Six hospital is expected to receive patients referred from smaller facilities who require more specialised treatment.

By Phares Mutembei 28 days ago

Year to forget for impeached Meru governor Kawira Mwangaza

It was a bad year for former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, a bishop in the Baite Family Fellowship, but it heralded a new beginning for Mutuma M'Ethingia, a reverend in the MCK.

By Phares Mutembei 30 days ago

Revamped Meru animal feed plant cuts farmers' costs

The Meru Dairy Cooperative Union chief executive Kenneth Gitonga says the expanded Sh486 million Meru Maziwa Millers at Mitunguu will significantly reduce production costs.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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Man behind 'Baba while you were away ' slogan to vie for Langata MP

A die-hard Raila adherent, Muroko was a staunch supporter of Raila and the two enjoyed a good rapport.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Chuka University gets 20-acre title deed for campus

Mr Mbiuki said the development was a boost to higher education and the economy of the region.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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Lady who sat KCSE at 32, finally graduates with nursing diploma

Purity Nkatha dropped out of secondary school for eight years due to low family income but on December 4, she was one of those crowned at Kenya Medical Training College, Nyeri.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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Omtatah's plea for larger bench in electoral cases gets IEBC nod

According to Okiya, Kenya's election problem is at the national tallying centre.

By Phares Mutembei, Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

Meru University secures land to set up agro-processing centre

MUST Vice Chancellor Romanus Odhiambo announced that the institution plans to establish a multi-billion shillings national agro-processing and value addition centre at Marimba Farm.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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Hospital performs first major paediatric surgeries, boosting child surgical care

Dr Munyalo said the success marked a major boost to the growing capacity in managing complex pediatric surgeries.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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How political grudges are driving multi-million governor impeachments

Mr Mutuma says that the impeachment process has been 'weaponised' against governors.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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Mwenda Mbijiwe family: Searching for missing son has taken toll on us

Family says it's at its tethers end trying to find their son who they say was picked by police.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

Investments in agriculture spur Tharaka Nithi's economy

Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki says localising the State's development agenda has made it possible to create entrepreneurship opportunities in agricultural and other sectors.

By Phares Mutembei 1 month ago

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Faya si faya: DP Kindiki humbles Gachagua in Mbeere North battle

Kindiki had put his political reputation on the line when he decided to lead the UDA campaigns for the Mbeere North MP-elect Leonard Wamuthende.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Chuka University banks on research to fund education

Chuka University in Tharaka Nithi County is banking on research to supplement the national government's funds.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Stop meddling in politics, Njuri Ncheke elders told

Njuri Ncheke elders of Ameru shunned politics, choosing to stick to their roles in the community.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

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'Sick nation': Why the church is calling out President Ruto

Church leaders berate government for ignoring the pain and protests of Kenyans.

By Okumu Modachi and Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Meru county to procure Sh300 million drugs in bid to boost healtcare

The Meru County Government will spend Sh300 million to stock all its hospitals with drugs and other essentials in this financial year, Deputy Governor Linda Kiome-Gitonga has said.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

Alarm over high number of pregnant KPSEA candidates

Dr Wachira's worry stems from the fact that a large number students, and some yet to hit teenage, are giving birth at the hospital.

By Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

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How Meru's 'perfect deputy' became the man who replaced his boss

That relationship had started when the former Woman Rep decided to run for Governor in 2022 and picked Mutuma, then a senior prisons service officer, as her running mate.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Meru, Tharaka Nithi counties clash over ownership of Lake Ellis

The Meru and Tharaka Nithi governments have disagreed over the ownership of Lake Ellis, located on the eastern slopes of Mount Kenya.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Farmers union, Meru county partner in livestock vaccination drive

The Meru Dairy Union is partnering with the county government in mass livestock vaccination aimed at increasing dairy production.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Meru governor prioritises agriculture, health and security sectors

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has said his administration is committed to empowering farmers, youths and boosting security.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Nithi Bridge claims another two lives, residents express frustration

Two people died on the spot after a lorry driver lost control at the notorious Nithi Bridge in Tharaka Nithi County.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Residents want man who rescued lost police dog feted by State

Residents of Meru County want local heroes included in the list of people who will be recognised at this year's Mashujaa Day.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Nun linked to murder of fellow sister in Meru arrested

Catholic nun is in police custody on suspicion of killing a fellow nun,Imenti East Police confirms.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

DP Kindiki: We will not engage in premature campaigns

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has stated that he and President William Ruto will not be dragged into early campaigns.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Meru set to become first city in Mt Kenya region

Meru Town is well poised to become Kenya's first city in the Mount Kenya region.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

Teams to bag millions in Governor's Cup to address teenage pregnancies, SGBV

The Governor Isaac Mutuma Cup aims to educate residents on protecting vulnerable children and other groups.

By Phares Mutembei 3 months ago

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Why nearly half of Kenyan women are obese

PS Muthoni said it was regrettable that middle-aged women were fat, because it compromised their productivity in economic growth activities.

By Phares Mutembei 4 months ago

Imenti forest to be hived off for new Meru State Lodge

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma, his deputy Linda Kiome-Gitonga, Forestry Principal Secretary Gitonga Mugambi and North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood visited the site to assess it.

By Phares Mutembei 4 months ago

Meru professionals set up ICT hubs to empower youth

Professionals under the auspices of Meru County's Imenti Development Forum plan to establish ICT hubs in 20 wards to equip young people with digital skills.

By Phares Mutembei 4 months ago

University students protests against insecurity

The student leader, Karani Munene, said that most attacks happen at night along the Meru-Maua road when students are leaving the college.

By Phares Mutembei 4 months ago

Gachagua faults Ruto on his silence over Jubaland troops in Mandera

Gachagua sentiments targeted recent reports of existence of foreign troops-particularly Jubaland forces.

By Phares Mutembei 4 months ago

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KAA moves to bring order in sorting, packaging of miraa at airport

The grading, sorting, and packaging of miraa for export at JKIA, Nairobi, verandas and walkways has been banned effective September 9, 2025.

By Phares Mutembei 4 months ago