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Amos Kiarie

Impact of Gen Z protests ripples through real estate

The recent wave of Gen Z-led protests across Kenya has sent ripples through the economy, with the real estate sector among the hardest hit.

By Amos Kiarie 29 days ago

Impact of Gen Z protests ripples through real estate

Parents happy with changes after Hillside fire tragedy

Parents happy with changes after Hillside fire tragedy

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

Probe state sponsored gangs, Gachagua urges ICC

Probe state sponsored gangs, Gachagua urges ICC

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

Stakeholders push for revival of 4K clubs to tackle climate change

Stakeholders push for revival of 4K clubs to tackle climate change

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

CoG deal to benefit farmers in 34 counties

CoG vice chairman Mutahi Kahiga said the 34 county governments have established effective departments to roll out the program and ensure its success.

By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago

CoG deal to benefit farmers in 34 counties

Urban exodus: Kenyans flee congested cities for rural areas

The shine of urban living has begun to fade for many as these cities grapple with growing congestion, skyrocketing costs of living, and deteriorating quality of life.

By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago

Urban exodus: Kenyans flee congested cities for rural areas

KSPCA banks on mass vaccination campaign to combat rabies

Communities need to be educated about rabies. Health workers should also receive more training on properly assessing, diagnosing, and treating rabies exposure.

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

KSPCA banks on mass vaccination campaign to combat rabies

Nyeri residents rally behind Gachagua as impeachment motion tabled

Nyeri residents and leaders have come out to defend Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after Members of Parliament tabled an impeachment motion against him

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

Nyeri residents rally behind Gachagua as impeachment motion tabled

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 4 months ago

DNA samples of Endarasha school fire victims matched

Duale challenges Ruto allies to respect presidency as Gachagua hits back

Duale on Friday said it is unfortunate that some of the top politicians within the Kenya Kwanza administration have resorted to disrespecting and undermining President William Ruto.

By Nikko Tanui and Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

Duale challenges Ruto allies to respect presidency as Gachagua hits back

Villagers block Gen Z protesters from accessing Endarasha school

Demonstrators were demanding answers to questions about the fire that killed 21 pupils but the local community said they would not allow outsiders to hold a demo in their village.

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

Villagers block Gen Z protesters from accessing Endarasha school

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

Days after a devastating fire swept through Hillside Endarasha Academy, parents, and guardians are in anguish over the fate of 70 students who remain unaccounted for

By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago

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

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 4 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 6 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 6 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 6 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 9 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 9 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 9 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 10 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 10 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 11 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 11 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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

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