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Four decades wait ends as Kajiado residents receive title deeds
It's a reprieve for Kajiado county town residents who have been waiting for more than four decades to have their land documents processed.
By Peterson Githaiga 1 month ago
Four decades wait ends as Kajiado residents receive title deeds
US-based firm opens local production line as it plans to invest Sh4.3b over three years
Mars Wrigley Kenya on Tuesday,unveiled a sugar-free gum production line at its Athi River facility.
By Peterson Githaiga 2 months ago
US-based firm opens local production line as it plans to invest Sh4.3b over three years
Over 2,000 EPZ workers return to work after union dispute
There has been push and pull between the new management and the Tailors and Textile Workers Union over the fate of the workers.
By Peterson Githaiga 2 months ago
Over 2,000 EPZ workers return to work after union dispute
Kenyans urged to undergo regular diabetes screening
Dr Faith Masenge said diabetes is an increasing problem throughout the world and is a major contributor to the growing burden of chronic disease, especially in developing countries.
By Peterson Githaiga 2 months ago
Kenyans urged to undergo regular diabetes screening
PHOTOS: Drama as union officials storm Athi River textile firm over sacked workers
There was commotion at a textile company in Athi River, after officials from the workers union stormed the premises to demand answers.
By Peterson Githaiga 2 months ago
PHOTOS: Drama as union officials storm Athi River textile firm over sacked workers
Maasai women shine at the Maa fest with quality crafts on display
Annual festival offers platform to showcase upgraded skills and creativity.
By Peterson Githaiga 2 months ago
Maasai women shine at the Maa fest with quality crafts on display
Kajiado County gears up for third edition of Maa Cultural Week
President William Ruto is expected to grace the third edition of the festival scheduled to take place between November 4 and 9, 2025.
By Peterson Githaiga 2 months ago
Kajiado County gears up for third edition of Maa Cultural Week
Mlolongo residents call on DCI to investigate public land grabbing
According to the residents, the one-acre piece of land was meant for a public health center, police post, church and mosque but the church instead, claimed ownership of the entire parcel.
By Peterson Githaiga 2 months ago
Mlolongo residents call on DCI to investigate public land grabbing
Support intersex children, parents told
Kajiado North Deputy County Commissioner Yusuf Mohamed said hiding such children would block them from realising their potential as many are cognitively sound.
By Peterson Githaiga 3 months ago
Support intersex children, parents told
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Ruto answers Uhuru over Linda Mama program
Ruto said although Linda Mama was good, it has been replaced with a better Linda Jamii initiative.
By Peterson Githaiga 3 months ago
Ruto answers Uhuru over Linda Mama program
Relief for Kitengela traders as State unveils Sh350 million modern market project
It's a reprieve for traders in Kitengela, Kajiado County, as the National Government moves to construct a Sh350 million modern market.
By Peterson Githaiga 4 months ago
Relief for Kitengela traders as State unveils Sh350 million modern market project
KSPCA rescues dogs during raids on illegal breeders and sellers in Kitengela
The Kenya Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (KSPCA) officers have rescued dozens of dogs during raids on illegal breeders and sellers in Kitengela, Kajiado County
By Peterson Githaiga 4 months ago
KSPCA rescues dogs during raids on illegal breeders and sellers in Kitengela
Families homeless after fire destroys property in Athi River
Properties worth millions of shillings were destroyed during the evening fire incident that left many people nursing bruises in Athi River.
By Peterson Githaiga 4 months ago
Families homeless after fire destroys property in Athi River
Reprieve as striking EPZ workers resume work
The more than 1,200 workers of the Top New Knitwear Manufacturing company were on a two weeks strike ,after the company changed its ownership without first considering to pay them of their dues.
By Peterson Githaiga 4 months ago
Reprieve as striking  EPZ workers resume work
Drama as union officials storm EPZ branch over workers' welfare
The officials demanded to know how Top New Knitwear Manufacturing company changed its ownership without first considering to pay the workers of their dues.
By Peterson Githaiga 5 months ago
Drama as union officials storm EPZ branch over workers' welfare
Two people mauled by hyena in Kajiado
Two people were mauled by a hyena in Oloserian village, Ildamat, Kajiado county, on Monday night.
By Peterson Githaiga 5 months ago
Two people mauled by hyena in Kajiado
Senior cop kills junior after fight over woman
There was tension in Kitengela, Kajiado County, on Friday after a senior police officer allegedly killed a junior officer in a fight over a woman.
By Peterson Githaiga 5 months ago
Senior cop kills junior after fight over woman
Millions lost as fire razes property in Kitengela
Properties worth millions of shillings were reduced to ashes on after a fierce fire broke out in Kitengela town, sending panic and anguish through the local community.
By Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Millions lost as fire razes property in Kitengela
Panic in Athi-River as residents decry police harassment over land row
Panic has gripped residents of Athi-River, Mavoko in Machakos County over alleged police harassment, intimidation, and looming forceful evictions amid an ongoing land regularization exercise.
By Chebet Birir, Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Panic in Athi-River as residents decry police harassment over land row
Chemicals Magadi unveils first-ever electric calcining plant in carbon neutrality drive
This innovation is geared towards enhancing the company's operational efficiency and product output.
By Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Chemicals Magadi unveils first-ever electric calcining plant in carbon neutrality drive
Changing lifestyles, new food tech drive demand for ready meals in Kenya
The new processing facility, supplied by Switzerland-based Buhler Group, is part of the company's efforts to modernise its operations and expand its product range.
By Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Changing lifestyles, new food tech drive demand for ready meals in Kenya
Poor roads hinder healthcare access in Kajiado, say residents
Poor road infrastructure in Kajiado County has been cited as a major barrier to accessing healthcare, especially in rural areas during the rainy season.
By Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Poor roads hinder healthcare access in Kajiado, say residents
Kitengela family takes slain son's body home to protect it from police
A Kitengela family on Tuesday narrated how they spent the night with the body of their son, who was shot dead by the police during the Saba Saba commemoration on Monday.
By Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Kitengela family takes slain son's body home to protect it from police
Goons storm Kitengela hospital theatre, disrupt C-Section and dictate patients care
Chaos erupted at Kitengela Sub-County Hospital after armed goons stormed the facility and gained entry into an operating theatre.
By Mercy Kahenda and Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Goons storm Kitengela hospital theatre, disrupt C-Section and dictate patients care
Saba Saba Anxiety Grips Athi River Amid Land Disputes and Protest Fears
As anxiety rocks the country over a possible bloody Saba Saba commemoration slated for Monday, July 7th, tension is palpable among Athi-river residents.
By Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Saba Saba Anxiety Grips Athi River Amid Land Disputes and Protest Fears
Kajiado sets UHC milestone with SHA registrations
More than 400,000 residents in Kajiado County have enrolled under SHA, Health Cabinet Secretary Adan Duale has revealed.
By Peterson Githaiga 6 months ago
Kajiado sets UHC milestone with SHA registrations
Tata chemicals Magadi shifts to green energy with 10MW solar project
With climate change becoming intense and a major global challenge,Tata Chemicals Magadi Company in Kajiado County has embarked on an ambitious project transiting into green energy.
By Peterson Githaiga 7 months ago
Tata chemicals Magadi shifts to green energy with 10MW solar project
Nuclear agency hosts MPs amid facility upgrade plans
Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority officials told Parliament that they are seeking funds to operationalise the Central Radioactive Waste Processing Facility in Oloolua, Kajiado County.
By Peterson Githaiga 7 months ago
Nuclear agency hosts MPs amid facility upgrade plans
Wandayi: Sh800 million allocated to boost power access in Kajiado
The government is committed and will continuing to expand electricity access across the country in-order to provide sustainable energy solutions for all Kenyans.
By Peterson Githaiga 7 months ago
Wandayi: Sh800 million allocated to boost power access in Kajiado
Tata Chemicals champions climate action
Tata Chemicals has embarked on an ambitious project transitioning into green energy from fossil fuels in order to cut production costs and enhance sustainability.
By Peterson Githaiga 7 months ago
Tata Chemicals champions climate action
Kenya faces surge in illegal donkey slaughter amid skin trade boom
At the same time, the illegal slaughter of donkeys has negatively affected communities that traditionally rely on them as a source of livelihood.
By Peterson Githaiga 7 months ago
Kenya faces surge in illegal donkey slaughter amid skin trade boom
PHOTOS: Athi River homes face demolition as KCB lists plots for sale
Hundreds of residents residing in Kenya Commercial Bank piece of land in Athi River fear being evicted in case they fail to pay promptly for plots they occupy.
By Peterson Githaiga 8 months ago
PHOTOS: Athi River homes face demolition as KCB lists plots for sale
Kajiado residents urged to take their children to school
Kajiado East MP Kakuta Maimai said that gone are the days when parents married off their daughters instead of allowing them to pursue education.
By Peterson Githaiga 8 months ago
Kajiado residents urged to take their children to school
Hope for victims as wildlife conflict compensation campaign begins
Kajiado East Member of Parliament Kakute MaiMai who hosted the delegation noted that Conflicts between people and wildlife rank amongst the main threats to conservation in Kenya.
By Peterson Githaiga 8 months ago
Hope for victims as wildlife conflict compensation campaign begins
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Deadbeat father loses court case to bury daughter killed by lioness
A 13-year-old girl mauled by a lioness two weeks ago in Kajiado will be buried by her mother, the court has ruled.
By Peterson Githaiga 8 months ago
Deadbeat father loses court case to bury daughter killed by lioness
Kajiado residents want lawmakers to retain NG-CDF
A section of Kajiado residents want Members of Parliament to control the NG-CDF, saying it has been instrumental in development projects across the country.
By Peterson Githaiga 8 months ago
Kajiado residents want lawmakers to retain NG-CDF
Burial plans for girl mauled by lion in Kajiado marred by controversy
Burial arrangements for a 13-year-old girl mauled by a lioness 10 days ago in Kajiado have been marred by a controversy.
By Peterson Githaiga 8 months ago
Burial plans for girl mauled by lion in Kajiado marred by controversy
Military officer held for 14 days after fleeing scene of girlfriend's death in Kitengela
The Military officer arrested following the death of a girlfriend in Kitengela Kajiado County will remain in custody for another two weeks.
By Peterson Githaiga 8 months ago
Military officer held for 14 days after fleeing scene of girlfriend's death in Kitengela
KDF officer arrested after girlfriend's sudden death in Kitengela
Police in Kitengela, Kajiado County, have arrested a military officer following the alleged death of his girlfriend.
By Peterson Githaiga 9 months ago
KDF officer arrested after girlfriend's sudden death in Kitengela
Kajiado county denies receiving Sh2.2 billion
The Kajiado County Finance Executive Alais Kisota said the amount was budged for in the 2023/2024 but was not received hence the budget deficit.
By Peterson Githaiga 9 months ago
Kajiado county denies receiving Sh2.2 billion
Winnie: Only the NDC can confirm ODM leadership
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The shame of Judiciary being reduced to loyalty test
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DCI probe Sh37m gold scam targeting US investor
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