Gathungu faults govt for failing to act on audit recommendations

Gathungu highlighted troubling findings that only 21 percent of audit recommendations issued by her office have been implemented.

By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago

SHA receives Sh4 billion for public servants' medical cover

Ruku described SHA as a transformative step toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

By Muriithi Mugo 4 months ago

Tenri Primary pupils embark on rare two-week cultural exchange visit to Japan

School Director James Kariuki described the visit as a unique learning opportunity that will expose the pupils to Japan's culture, education system, and way of life.

By Muriithi Mugo 6 months ago

CS Ruku urges Kenya Red Cross to seek Green Climate Fund accreditation

CS Geoffrey Ruku has challenged the Kenya Red Cross Society to seek accreditation from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to enhance its capacity in building climate-resilient communities.

By Muriithi Mugo 6 months ago

Mt Kenya East elders defend Kindiki, dismiss Gachagua's unity drive

Elders from Mt Kenya East have reaffirmed their support for DP Kithure Kindiki and condemned what they termed as "tribal wars" allegedly being fueled by former DP Rigathi Gachagua.

By Muriithi Mugo 6 months ago

Embu MCAs lay ground to oust Finance CEC

The Embu County Assembly is set to consider a motion to form a select committee that will oversee the process to remove Finance CEC Kinyua Kamaria from office.

By Muriithi Mugo 7 months ago

Embu MCAs launch impeachment bid against finance CEC Joe Kamaria

Embu County Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against CEC Finance Joe Kamaria, citing gross misconduct, contempt of the legislature and incompetence.

By Muriithi Mugo 7 months ago

IEBC, Millbrook School hold civic education session for future voters

The event took place during student elections at Millbrook International School, where pupils participated in a mock electoral process designed to simulate national voting procedures.

By Muriithi Mugo 7 months ago

CS Ruku orders enforcement of suspension letters for senior NYS Managers

Earlier in the month, Ruku gave an outline of a raft of measures aimed at addressing systemic procurement irregularities within the National Youth Service (NYS).

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

CS Ruku urges radical tech shift in HR to empower talent and drive growth

CS Ruku stressed that HR must transition from being a traditional support function to a strategic enabler of institutional performance.

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

13 primary schools in Mbeere South benefit from food donations

Over 5,000 pupils in thirteen primary schools in Mbeere South are reaping the benefits of a vital school feeding initiative aimed at combating hunger and boosting academic performance.

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

State pledges support for Mathare fire victims

The CS Geoffrey Ruku, has announced full government support for victims of the tragic fire that ravaged Mathare 4B estate in Nairobi earlier this week.

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

Ruku unveils plan to equip youth through NYS, sports programmes

The move is part of a larger agenda to commercialise youth programmes and expand opportunities for economic empowerment.

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

CS Ruku: Fast-track tax disputes as judiciary launches new app

Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku has called on the Judiciary to prioritise the resolution of tax-related disputes.

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

UDA dismisses claims of mass defections in Embu as fraudulent, misleading

Speaking at a press briefing in Embu Town, UDA Mt. Kenya East Coordinator Albert Mutani described the allegations of a political walkout as a "sham staged by imposters."

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

CS Ruku orders probe into alleged NYS systemic procurement irregularities

CS for Public Service Geoffrey Ruku has announced several measures to address systemic procurement irregularities within the National Youth Service.

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

Public Service CS Ruku commends public participation drive, promises deep reforms

Ruku says engagements form part of a broader strategy to accelerate the implementation of Article 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, which outlines the core principles and values of public service

By Muriithi Mugo 8 months ago

Government set to recruit 100,000 youths to NYS

The government is putting plans in place to recruit some 100,000 youths across the country to join the National Youth Service.

By Muriithi Mugo 9 months ago

DP Kindiki pledges coffee sector debt relief, reforms to boost farmer earnings

Kindiki announced that all verified debts owed by public coffee factories and mills will be written off, ensuring deductions from their payments no longer burden farmers.

By Muriithi Mugo 9 months ago

Students Showcase Innovations at 61st Kenya Science Engineering Fair

Inspirations as students present Innovations at the 61st Kenya Science and Engineering Fair.

By Muriithi Mugo 9 months ago

Students showcase innovation at national science fair in Embu

Some 800 high school students are participating in the 61st National Kenya Science and Engineering Fair (KSEF) at Kangaru School in Embu County, where they are showcasing innovative projects .

By Muriithi Mugo 9 months ago

It's not time for politics, President Ruto says in Embu

President William Ruto has emphasized that the nation's focus should be on development, not politics, urging leaders to unite in advancing the country's growth agenda.

By Muriithi Mugo 9 months ago

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Geoffrey Ruku: A political comeback fueled by resilience

In 2013, he aligned himself with the United Republican Party (URP) led by then-Deputy President William Ruto, yet the Mbeere North parliamentary seat remained out of reach.

By Muriithi Mugo 10 months ago

Political tensions rise as Ruto plans first Mt Kenya visit since Gachagua exit

While some doubt the visit will bring meaningful change, others see it as a chance to showcase progress in various sectors and engage directly with the President.

By Muriithi Mugo 10 months ago

Knut hoists union's flag atop Mt Kenya's highest peak

In a remarkable display of perseverance and solidarity, the Knut Chief Officer, John Gitari, successfully hoisted the union's green flag atop Mount Kenya's highest peak, Lenana Peak.

By Muriithi Mugo 10 months ago

UDA courts Muslim community in Mount Kenya to regain political support

President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has intensified its bid to regain support in the Mount Kenya region by targeting the Muslim community.

By Muriithi Mugo 10 months ago

PS: Private hospitals risk shutdown for denying SHA services

Private healthcare providers refusing outpatient services under the Social Health Authority (SHA) will face severe consequences, including the possibility of being shut down.

By Muriithi Mugo 10 months ago

68 students hospitalised after suspected food poisoning in Embu

68 students from St. Thomas Aquinas Igumori Secondary School in Embu hospitalised after allegedly consuming contaminated beef.

By Muriithi Mugo 11 months ago

Coffee farmers in frantic bid to save cooperative from auction

Coffee farmers in Manyatta constituency have moved to court to halt the impending auction of their cooperative, which is facing a financial crisis due to a Sh60 million loan.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

Free but fearful: How life has changed for released abductees

A cloud of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty has engulfed the homes of two abduction victims, who were released on Monday but are still grappling with the trauma of their ordeal.

By Muriithi Mugo and Kennedy Gachuhi 1 year ago

Billy Mwangi whipped and beaten during abduction Ordeal

Mukunji, who visited Mwangi at Frevane Hospital on the outskirts of Embu town, described the young man as deeply traumatized after his time in captivity.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

CS faces hostile crowd as Gachagua tells off Ruto allies over abductions

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua dismissed accusations that he was involved in the abductions, terming them baseless claims without merit.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

Free Billy Mwangi now, Embu protesters tell State

Protests erupt in Embu as residents demand the release of Billy Mwangi, allegedly abducted a week ago; transport paralysed and some businesses shut.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

Family seeks Ruto help after son's mysterious abduction

Billy Wanyiri was abducted by hooded men who forced him into a waiting double-cabin vehicle, which sped off towards Nairobi.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

Gachagua casts lone shadow as Embu leaders skip church event

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua cast the image of a man walking on a tight rope as elected leaders shunned the Sunday service he attended in Embu.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

Gachagua banks on Judiciary to uphold law ahead of Senate trial

The Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is walking on a tight rope after elected leaders stayed away when he attended church service on Sunday in Embu.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

Ruto says broad-based government to transform economy

President William Ruto has defended the decision to form a broad-based government saying this will enable the country to move forward and allow the input of everyone in matters of taxation.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

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AG Muturi challenges Senate to justify its existence

Muturi urged leaders to tone down on the one man, one vote, one shilling debate and start a conversation on the expenditure of allocated and available resources across the counties.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

Reprieve for traders as court lifts ban on muguka in Mombasa, Kilifi

Muguka farmers and traders have gotten temporary relief after the Embu High Court issued conservatory orders lifting the ban in Mombasa and Kilifi.

By Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago

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Meru and Embu chew over fate of miraa, muguka after Coast ban

Miraa or khat, and muguka, are popular stimulant crops predominantly grown in parts of Meru and Embu.

By Phares Mutembei and Muriithi Mugo 1 year ago