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Wamatangi strikes back as health row turns political

Kiambu governor Kimani Wamatangi denies there is a crisis, blames rivals for false narratives.

By 17 days ago

Kiambu County denies spike in baby deaths amid doctors' strike

The paralysis of health sector in the county owing to the doctors strike in its 130th day is said to have left over 136 infants dead.

By 27 days ago

Kigame urges government, private sector to step up inclusion of PWDs

Renowned gospel musician, politician, and social justice advocate Reuben Kigame has called on the government and private institutions to ensure more inclusion of PWDs.

By 1 month ago

Kenya launches fresh produce academy to boost export quality

Kenya is also considering implementing full testing rather than sampling of avocado export consignments to improve consistency in quality.

By 1 month ago

'Our dreams are shattered': JKUAT students struggle amid lecturers' strike

Among those affected is Maxwell Otieno, who has just joined to study Information Science.

By 1 month ago

Police seize Sh10m bhang, counterfeit alcohol

Police in Kiambu County have seized bhang and counterfeit liquor in separate operations in Thika and Ruiru.

By 1 month ago

Ipoa to probe fatal shooting of two boda boda riders

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) is investigating the fatal shooting of two boda boda riders in Thika on Sunday.

By 1 month ago

Body of an unknown man found dumped near Thika Police Station

The half-dressed body, which bore visible signs of assault, was discovered around 7 a.m. by passersby, according to local cyclist Egron Wainaina.

By 2 months ago

Kiambu MCAs rally behind Wamatangi as EACC links him to Sh1.27bn scandal

Wamatangi is facing allegations of involvement in a Sh1.27 billion corruption scandal linked to a tender reportedly awarded through family proxies during his tenure.

By 2 months ago

Wamatangi wins global excellence award in Paris

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi won the Governor’s Excellence Award in Paris, France, competing against candidates from Kenya, Egypt and Nigeria.

By 2 months ago

State pushes new SEZ reforms, China trade deal to boost exports and jobs

The Ministry of Trade has begun amending laws governing SEZs as it seals a new trade deal with China in a twin strategy aimed at expanding Kenya’s outsourcing industry.

By 2 months ago

Bodies of suspected missing mother and son retrieved from river in Kiambu

Police in Gatundu South retrieved the bodies of a middle-aged woman and a young boy from Thiririka River Falls.

By 2 months ago

Ndindi Nyoro faults government over high fuel prices, road toll plan

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has again criticised the administration over the recent fuel price adjustments and the planned tolling of roads.

By 2 months ago

Wamatangi takes Thika smart city push to Senate

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has ramped up efforts to make Thika Town an industrial smart city by taking his proposal to the Senate for approval.

By 2 months ago

Graduates urged to embrace AI as new technology takes root

Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) chief executive Tony Omwansa emphasised the power of innovation as a key driver of progress.

By 2 months ago

Juja murder-suicide: Man strangles college student, takes own life

Detectives in Juja, Kiambu County, are investigating a suspected murder-suicide involving a 20-year-old female college student and a 36-year-old man in Witeithie Estate.

By 2 months ago

Kiambu hits Sh5.4bn in local revenue collection

The county government of Kiambu collected Sh5.4 billion in own-source revenue in the just concluded financial year.

By 3 months ago

Outrage after police officers in Juja drag a gunshot victim

Witnesses said the deceased was a motorbike mechanic in Juja and not part of the protesters. He is said to hail from Nyeri County. 

By 3 months ago

Police abduct Gachagua party's lobbyist in night raid

Suspected police officers on Monday night arrested a Limuru grassroots politician and took him to unknown destination.

By 4 months ago

Matiang'i: End the blame game, start talking

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has urged the government to stop blaming the opposition for protests and instead initiate national dialogue to address public discontent.

By 4 months ago

Thika moves closer to becoming Kenya's next industrial Smart City

The Senate now prepares to review a report widely seen as a blueprint for regional growth and modern urban planning.

By 4 months ago

Thika officer shot in the throat during violent confrontation with boda boda rider

The rider overpowered the constable, drew a firearm, and shot him in the throat.

By 4 months ago

Slovenian President urges Kenyans to champion environmental protection

Slovenia's President Nataša Pirc Musar has urged Kenyans to do everything in their power to conserve the environment.

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Wamatangi strikes back as health row turns political

Kiambu governor Kimani Wamatangi denies there is a crisis, blames rivals for false narratives.

By 17 days ago

Kiambu County denies spike in baby deaths amid doctors' strike

The paralysis of health sector in the county owing to the doctors strike in its 130th day is said to have left over 136 infants dead.

By 27 days ago

Kigame urges government, private sector to step up inclusion of PWDs

Renowned gospel musician, politician, and social justice advocate Reuben Kigame has called on the government and private institutions to ensure more inclusion of PWDs.

By 1 month ago

Kenya launches fresh produce academy to boost export quality

Kenya is also considering implementing full testing rather than sampling of avocado export consignments to improve consistency in quality.

By 1 month ago

'Our dreams are shattered': JKUAT students struggle amid lecturers' strike

Among those affected is Maxwell Otieno, who has just joined to study Information Science.

By 1 month ago

Police seize Sh10m bhang, counterfeit alcohol

Police in Kiambu County have seized bhang and counterfeit liquor in separate operations in Thika and Ruiru.

By 1 month ago

Ipoa to probe fatal shooting of two boda boda riders

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) is investigating the fatal shooting of two boda boda riders in Thika on Sunday.

By 1 month ago

Body of an unknown man found dumped near Thika Police Station

The half-dressed body, which bore visible signs of assault, was discovered around 7 a.m. by passersby, according to local cyclist Egron Wainaina.

By 2 months ago

Kiambu MCAs rally behind Wamatangi as EACC links him to Sh1.27bn scandal

Wamatangi is facing allegations of involvement in a Sh1.27 billion corruption scandal linked to a tender reportedly awarded through family proxies during his tenure.

By 2 months ago

Wamatangi wins global excellence award in Paris

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi won the Governor’s Excellence Award in Paris, France, competing against candidates from Kenya, Egypt and Nigeria.

By 2 months ago

State pushes new SEZ reforms, China trade deal to boost exports and jobs

The Ministry of Trade has begun amending laws governing SEZs as it seals a new trade deal with China in a twin strategy aimed at expanding Kenya’s outsourcing industry.

By 2 months ago

Bodies of suspected missing mother and son retrieved from river in Kiambu

Police in Gatundu South retrieved the bodies of a middle-aged woman and a young boy from Thiririka River Falls.

By 2 months ago

Ndindi Nyoro faults government over high fuel prices, road toll plan

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has again criticised the administration over the recent fuel price adjustments and the planned tolling of roads.

By 2 months ago

Wamatangi takes Thika smart city push to Senate

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has ramped up efforts to make Thika Town an industrial smart city by taking his proposal to the Senate for approval.

By 2 months ago

Graduates urged to embrace AI as new technology takes root

Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) chief executive Tony Omwansa emphasised the power of innovation as a key driver of progress.

By 2 months ago

Juja murder-suicide: Man strangles college student, takes own life

Detectives in Juja, Kiambu County, are investigating a suspected murder-suicide involving a 20-year-old female college student and a 36-year-old man in Witeithie Estate.

By 2 months ago

Kiambu hits Sh5.4bn in local revenue collection

The county government of Kiambu collected Sh5.4 billion in own-source revenue in the just concluded financial year.

By 3 months ago