Motion to revoke voting rights of nominated MCAs causes storm
The motion seeks to block nominated MCAs from voting on the annual budget, supplementary budgets, and other development-related bills and motions.
By George Njunge 2 months ago
Motion to revoke voting rights of nominated MCAs causes storm
Thika level 5 hospital sees surge in regional patients
Known for its high-quality healthcare services, Thika Level Five Hospital is now experiencing an unprecedented influx of patients from Nairobi, Murang'a, Machakos, Kitui and Kirinyaga counties.
By George Njunge 2 months ago
Thika level 5 hospital sees surge in regional patients
ECDE teachers to benefit from free training
In a move to enhance nursery school education, the Kiambu county government has launched a comprehensive, free training programme for ECDE teachers.
By George Njunge 2 months ago
ECDE teachers to benefit from free training
Gachagua: I hope the court will save me
A three-bench judge is this afternoon expected to rule on conservatory orders that barred the swearing-in of Deputy President-elect Kithure Kindiki as the new Deputy President.
By George Njunge 3 months ago
Gachagua: I hope the court will save me
Kiambu residents divided over Gachagua's impeachment
As embattled Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua moves to court Tuesday to challenge his impeachment, Kiambu county residents have expressed mixed reactions over his predicament
By Gitau Wanyoike and George Njunge 3 months ago
Kiambu residents divided over Gachagua's impeachment
Daycare owner detained for 14 days over alleged child pornography
Teresia Wambui Kihagi, who has runs Apple Daycare in Wangige Market, has been detained for 14 days pending investigations into shocking allegations of child pornography
By George Njunge and Nancy Gitonga 4 months ago
Daycare owner detained for 14 days over alleged child pornography
Kiambu family pleads with hospital to release body of kin detained for 8 months
The body of Paul Magothe, 20, has been lying at PCEA Thogoto mortuary where the management insists the medical bill must be cleared first before it is released.
By George Njunge 4 months ago
Kiambu family pleads with hospital to release body of kin detained for 8 months
3000 Kenyan bus drivers to get Jobs in Germany
More than 3000 bus drivers will benefit from employment in Germany, Stella Mokaya, the Kenyan Ambassador to Germany has said.
By George Njunge 4 months ago
3000 Kenyan bus drivers to get Jobs in Germany
3,000 Kenyan bus drivers to get jobs in Germany
More than 3,000 Kenyan bus drivers will be employed in Germany, Kenyan ambassador to Germany Stella Mokaya has said.
By George Njunge 4 months ago
3,000 Kenyan bus drivers to get jobs in Germany
Nairobi, Narok and Mombasa got highest own source revenue
Massive theft by revenue officers, weak and inadequate collection systems, and evasion have been cited as eating own county's revenue source.
By George Njunge 4 months ago
Nairobi, Narok and Mombasa got highest own source revenue
How indigenous trees in Kiambu are strengthening crop production
Over 120,000 indigenous trees at Brackenhurst retreat centre in Kiambu have been linked to a rise in eco-tourism, crop production and the attraction of rare animals and birds, including pollinators.
By George Njunge 5 months ago
How indigenous trees in Kiambu are strengthening crop production
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How political wars have blocked traders from new Sh400m Githurai 45 market
Githural 45 market in Kiambu County has a capacity of about 1,200 traders. Allocation of spaces was to be done using a pre-project list of genuine traders.
By George Njunge 5 months ago
How political wars have blocked traders from new Sh400m Githurai 45 market
Governor Wamatangi sues Tatu City for defamation over land
Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has sued Tatu City for defamation following unsubstantiated extortion claims.
By George Njunge 6 months ago
Governor Wamatangi sues Tatu City for defamation over land
Free fruit trees to benefit 12,000 schools in Kiambu
Some 12,000 public primary and secondary schools in Kiambu will receive 50 fruit trees each as part of a new initiative to enhance school environments and reduce food expenses.
By George Njunge 6 months ago
Free fruit trees to benefit 12,000 schools in Kiambu
Wamatangi reveals how Kiambu County cuts road construction cost
The cost of constructing roads in Kiambu County has significantly gone down thanks to austerity measures implemented by Governor Kimani Wamatangi.
By George Njunge 6 months ago
Wamatangi reveals how Kiambu County cuts road construction cost
Planners body backs governor's call for Tatu City to hive off land
Tatu City accuses the county of failing to approve its master plan and demanding free land.
By George Njunge 6 months ago
Planners body backs governor's call for Tatu City to hive off land
Kiambu politicians read mischief in arrests, point fingers at leader
Those arrested have been charged with arson and destroying property.
By George Njunge 6 months ago
Kiambu politicians read mischief in arrests, point fingers at leader
Kiambu County wants Tatu City to set aside public utility land
A row has erupted between Kiambu County government and Tatu City over the delayed approval of the investors' development master plan.
By George Njunge 6 months ago
Kiambu County wants Tatu City to set aside public utility land
Kiambu County to make freehold land untaxable
Governor Kimani Wamatangi asked MCAs to relook laws established to guide the collection of land rates
By George Njunge 7 months ago
Kiambu County to make freehold land untaxable
'Wamatangi Care' welcome relief for vulnerable families in Kiambu
Free healthcare plan dubbed Kiambu Afya major boost for locals seeking medical care as governor says the county has partnered with NHIF to roll out plan, and deal bearing fruit.
By George Njunge 7 months ago
'Wamatangi Care' welcome relief for vulnerable families in Kiambu
Rescue efforts underway after three buried alive in landslide
Three people are feared to have been buried alive by a landslide that struck Matathia village in Kimende area of Lari constituency, Kiambu County.
By George Njunge 8 months ago
Rescue efforts underway after three buried alive in landslide
'Maai Mahiu floods snatched my beloved son from my hands'
Ndung'u said he was asleep with his sons, Mwangi and Maxwell Kamau in their five-roomed house when disaster struck.
By George Njunge 9 months ago
'Maai Mahiu floods snatched my beloved son from my hands'
Floods in pictures
The ongoing heavy rains continue to wreak havoc across the country leaving houses submerged and roads unmotorable.
By George Njunge and Kanyiri Wahito 9 months ago
Floods in pictures
Limuru landslide leaves one person dead
Area chief Evans Kungu said as rains persisted at night, villagers heard a loud bang as hips of soil rolled down sweeping away Muriu's house.
By George Njunge 9 months ago
Limuru landslide leaves one person dead
How change of tack helped county open up rural roads, save millions
The devolved unit has devised a new approach for opening up rural and feeder access roads. Contracts are no longer given for rehabilitation of the rural access roads.
By George Njunge 9 months ago
How change of tack helped county open up rural roads, save millions
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Auditor's report reveals Sh800m spent on stalled hospital projects
Some of the projects were initiated by first Governor William Kabogo in 2015. Governor Kimani Wamatangi has revived some of the projects and are nearing completion.
By George Njunge 9 months ago
Auditor's report reveals Sh800m spent on stalled hospital projects
You are making Kenyans paupers, cleric tells State
Apart from high cost of living, Rev Kanga says corruption is killing the nation. He castigated the culture of brazen grabbing while accumulating wealth and called for change of mindset
By George Njunge 10 months ago
You are making Kenyans paupers, cleric tells State
Alarm as cancer cases rise in Nyandarua
Some of the common cancers in the areas include cervical, breast, gastrointestinal, prostrate and oesophagus.
By George Njunge 10 months ago
Alarm as cancer cases rise in Nyandarua
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Wrangles rock Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organisation
Donor funds and control of property are at the heart of a vicious fight within Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organisation (MYWO) where two factions have locked horns.
By Brian Ngugi, George Njunge 11 months ago
Wrangles rock Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organisation
Political infighting in Kiambu plays out as President tours region
About 70 out of 86 MCAs and a section of MPs are in Governor Wamatangi's corner while the rest are coalescing around Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung'wa.
By Gitau Wanyoike and George Njunge 11 months ago
Political infighting in Kiambu plays out as President tours region
Village school gets Sh1 million computers donation
Konza Technopolis Development Authority donated the computers to Mirithu Primary School which received free internet connection courtesy of Toptech Global Solutions.
By George Njunge 11 months ago
Village school gets Sh1 million computers donation
Rogue tea factory workers tamper with weighing machines
Governor Kimani Wamatangi on Thursday revealed that those apprehended in connection with the scam, will face fraud charges.
By George Njunge 11 months ago
Rogue tea factory workers tamper with weighing machines
Police, Nacada seize 750 litres of ethanol in Kiambu
Nacada warned that drinking alcohol laced with ethanol can lead to serious health complications including loss of life and blindness.
By Emmanuel Kipchumba and George Njunge 11 months ago
Police, Nacada seize 750 litres of ethanol in Kiambu
Dorcas Rigathi says drugs, illicit brew a threat to youths lives
Dorcas Gachagua has termed drug peddlers and illicit alcohol brewers as murderers.
By George Njunge 1 year ago
Dorcas Rigathi says drugs, illicit brew a threat to youths lives
Mirithu Primary School gets free internet connection
The project is aimed at giving the children a level playground with their urban counterparts who have access to the internet.
By George Njunge 1 year ago
Mirithu Primary School gets free internet connection
Governor rehabilitates key hospital in Gachie after years of neglect
Governor Kimani Wamatangi said the facility will be expanded to increase its capacity. He promised to construct a 110-bed capacity block and install modern equipment.
By George Njunge 1 year ago
Governor rehabilitates key hospital in Gachie after years of neglect
Budget report praises Kiambu for minimal spending on foreign trips
Governor Kimani Wamatangi and his executive team did not undertake any foreign trips during the first quarter of the 2023/2024 financial year.
By George Njunge 1 year ago
Budget report praises Kiambu for minimal spending on foreign trips
Quality healthcare top in Wamatangi scorecard
Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi said he has established a solid foundation for his flagship projects, preparing for a proper takeoff.
By Gitau Wanyoike and George Njunge 1 year ago
Quality healthcare top in Wamatangi scorecard
Jamhuri day in Kiambu County
"Am calling upon all chief to follow and make sure that every child who has sat for KCPE will go to form one," Wambua said
By George Njunge 1 year ago
Jamhuri day in Kiambu County
Sh1 billion upgrade for Kiambu informal settlements
The informal settlements targeted are Umoja, Kiangombe, Matharau, Kiandutu, Fort Jesus, Bosnia, Misri, Kiroe, Kiamburi and Kanjeru.
By George Njunge 1 year ago
Sh1 billion upgrade for Kiambu informal settlements
Sunflower farming brightens life in semi-arid Kitui village
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