KEBS steps up fight against fake goods with consumer awareness drive

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has intensified consumer awareness campaign as it seeks to counter proliferation of substandard and illicit products in the country.

By Erastus Mulwa 20 days ago

Former Ruto ally slams president over Ukambani neglect

President William Ruto's apparent neglect of Ukambani region since ascending to power has come back to haunt him just a few weeks to his scheduled development tour of the region.

By Erastus Mulwa 25 days ago

Machakos Assembly to resume sittings after nearly two-months suspension

The County Assembly of Machakos will reconvene on Monday next week after 49 days of indefinite suspension of plenary and committee sittings.

By Erastus Mulwa 26 days ago

Embattled Speaker accuses MCAs of disobeying court

Kiusya has filed an application under a certificate of urgency, where in a sworn affidavit she accused the MCAs of disregarding orders of the court.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 month ago

We are coming for you, PS Omollo warns drugs cartels

Omollo singled out the Nairobi-Mombasa highway as a major corridor for traffickers and vowed security agencies will catch up with them.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 month ago

Luck or gamble? JSS teacher walks away with Sh10 million as colleagues go on strike

The 35-year-old Derrick Mukeku Kasyoka from Ivumbuni village of Mutituni location in Machakos is the latest millionaire in town after hitting a Sh10 million jackpot in a Sport Pesa bet.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 month ago

Murkomen, Wavinya declare war on Machakos land cheats

The governor also put on notice numerous establishments sitting within Machakos jurisdiction that had not been paying applicable land rates to the county government.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 month ago

Machakos Governor dismisses 'militia' tag, defends youth program

Wavinya Ndeti has dismissed a section of political leaders opposed to the MYE program and declared she will remain focused on transforming thousands of youth through skills training.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Gachagua, Kalonzo: We will not be cowed by State-sponsored violence

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka have declared that the opposition will not be slowed down by intimidation by President Ruto's administration.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Shots fired in Machakos County Assembly over Speaker's removal

The Machakos County Assembly has suspended all plenary and committee sittings scheduled to resume on Tuesday, following violent confrontations over an attempt to impeach Speaker.

By Erastus Mulwa and Victor Nzuma 2 months ago

Keep off Machakos politics, Wavinya Ndeti tells Alfred Mutua in heated clash

A group of 33 MCAs, led by Majority Leader Nicholas Nzioka, have signed a motion to remove Kiusya from office.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Reprieve for Machakos Speaker as court stops impeachment proceedings

The High Court also issued prohibitory orders restraining any unlawful attempts to prevent Ms Ann Kiusya from accessing her office.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Machakos county unveils valuation roll to boost revenue

Machakos County has unveiled a draft CVR in a move that is aimed at driving up Own Source Revenue in the lower Eastern's richest county.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Machakos MCAs to impeach Speaker as colleague goes missing

Anxiety has gripped the family of Muthwani MCA, Dominic Maitha who has been reported missing for at least 36 hours.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Ruto faces tough battle as key ally Munyaka defects

Ex-Machakos Town legislator accuses Raila of exploiting the Kamba community before ultimately abandoning them.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Machakos MCAs plot to oust Speaker

Machakos County Assembly Speaker Ann Kiusya is staring at an impeachment after 33 MCAs appended their signatures in support of her ouster.

By Erastus Mulwa 2 months ago

Sonko rides in to steer boda boda, tuk tuk operators cooperative

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has vowed to streamline the boda boda sector, which is a source of livelihood for the youthful population.

By Erastus Mulwa 3 months ago

Kalonzo calls for thorough vetting of IEBC chair nominees

Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for a thorough vetting of the individuals who have been shortlisted to head the country's electoral body.

By Erastus Mulwa 3 months ago

Gachagua to Ruto: Get used to our criticism

Gachagua challenged Ruto to stop listening to opposition criticism and focus on delivering his promises. He acknowledged the importance of the Kamba vote.

By Erastus Mulwa 3 months ago

KEPSHA Chair Nzioka laid to rest, praised as CBC hero

Late KEPSHA Chair Johnson Nzioka was hailed as a distinguished professional in the education sector who played a key role in the implementation of the CBC.

By Erastus Mulwa 3 months ago

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Gachagua: Raila won't help Ruto in 2027 elections

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says he is putting together an elaborate plan to kick President William Ruto out of power in next elections.

By Erastus Mulwa 3 months ago

Gachagua: Our priority is to unseat Ruto

Gachagua said he was rallying like-minded political leaders from across the country to push for a leadership change.

By Erastus Mulwa 3 months ago

Machakos County rolls out new solid waste management system phases out litter bins

The County Government of Machakos has phased out the use of litter bins as it seeks to up its game in solid waste management.

By Erastus Mulwa 3 months ago

Ukambani clergy blame community's stagnation on 'bad politics'

The religious leaders claimed the community's visibility in key government positions has vanished amid diminishing political influence, which has also negatively affected development in the region.

By Erastus Mulwa 4 months ago

Machakos Youth Service pass-out parade see 1000 youths graduate

1000 youths in Machakos today held a pass out parade to mark the end of a three-week Boot camp as they transition to five Vocational Training Centers (VCTs) in a Youth Empowerment Program.

By Erastus Mulwa 4 months ago

Knec withholds KCSE results of school linked to Kalonzo

All the 92 candidates who sat for KCSE at Mama Malia Academy, a school associated with Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka have had their results withheld by the Kenya National Examination Council.

By Philip Muasya, Erastus Mulwa and Stephen Nzioka 5 months ago

Relief for patients as doctors end 60-day strike in Machakos.

Machakos residents have breathed a sigh of relief after doctors called off a 60-day strike that had paralyzed healthcare services in all public health institutions.

By Erastus Mulwa 6 months ago

Don't be lured away from Govt, Mutua tells Kamba community

Alfred Mutua has urged the Akamba community to resist political leaders who sway the community from the Government.

By Erastus Mulwa 6 months ago

State to help Kenyans acquire travel documents to work abroad

The Government has assured Kenyans who qualify for jobs abroad of support in processing the necessary clearance and travel documents.

By Erastus Mulwa 6 months ago

Machakos High Court reopen case for man allegedly killed by uncle over Sh9 million insurance payout

Evans Masaku Kasyoki was in 2014 charged with the murder of his nephew, Eric Makau, then 27 years old after allegedly forging documents and enrolling the deceased to a life insurance policy.

By Erastus Mulwa 7 months ago

Return to work or face the sack, Wavinya tells medics

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti wants medics to obey a court order that suspended the strike.

By Erastus Mulwa and Victor Nzuma 8 months ago

No thank you, former MP tells Ruto over appointment

Former Machakos Town MP Victor Munyaka has declined President William Ruto's appointment as the chairperson of the Kenya Animal Genetic Resource Centre.

By Erastus Mulwa 8 months ago

Ukambani leaders read mischief in Mutuse motion

The tabling of the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has ignited a political storm in Ukambani.

By Philip Muasya and Erastus Mulwa 8 months ago

Standoff as parents in Machakos protest against 'illegal' levies

This is after learning at Mumbuni Boys and Mumbuni Girls, was interrupted for the past few days following a stand-off between parents and the Boards of Management (BOM).

By Erastus Mulwa 8 months ago

Assemblies decry delayed funds disbursement to counties

The delay in the disbursement of equitable share to counties has grounded operations and service delivery in devolved units, County Assemblies Forum deputy chairperson, Ann Kiusya has said.

By Erastus Mulwa 9 months ago

Wavinya jets back, vows to crush cartels tarnishing her name

Wavinya and her son Charles Oduwale landed at JKIA arousing a welcome by several MCAs, senior county executive staff and a host of local residents.

By Erastus Mulwa 9 months ago

Wavinya Ndeti speaks from UK, denies arrest claims

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has refuted the claims she and her son were arrested in the United Kingdom over money laundering.

By Erastus Mulwa and Victor Nzuma 9 months ago

Women governors push for more numbers in country's leadership

Machakos governor Wavinya Ndeti hosts an inaugural meeting for female governors who vowed to lead a sustained campaign towards empowering and mentoring more women into positions of leadership.

By Erastus Mulwa and Victor Nzuma 10 months ago

Rex Kanyike's burial sparks calls for Ruto's resignation

Rex's father, Chris Odawa, eulogised his son as a humble boy whom he had expected much from. Rex's mother, Gillian Odawa, accused police of causing his premature death.

By Erastus Mulwa and Stephen Nzioka 11 months ago

Machakos County waives penalties on land rate

Machakos County government has announced a 100 per cent waiver on penalties and unpaid taxes on land parcels and other developments.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 year ago