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Central Kenya MPs demand full probe into recent regional violence in Mt Kenya
Under the Mount Kenya Parliamentary Caucus, the MPs who are pro-government noted that the violence was instigated by reckless and selfish politics.
By Amos Kiarie 19 days ago
Central Kenya MPs demand full probe into recent regional violence in Mt Kenya
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How police officers shot the son of senior cop on Saba Saba day
When 23-year-old James Wambugu Gachara woke up on Monday, July 7, he had no idea that it would be the last time he would walk out of his family's compound alive.
By Amos Kiarie 22 days ago
How police officers shot the son of senior cop on Saba Saba day
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Muzzled by state: Father torn between grieving daughter aloud and duty
A chief's life in Nanyuki has been shattered after his daughter's death, allegedly in the hands of police and prison authorities.
By Amos Kiarie 23 days ago
Muzzled by state: Father torn between grieving daughter aloud and duty
Protesters demand justice for woman who died in police custody
Angry residents of Likkii Estate poured into the streets to demand justice for Julia Wangui Kariuki, also known as Njoki, who died in hospital after allegedly being assaulted in police custody.
By Amos Kiarie 23 days ago
Protesters demand justice for woman who died in police custody
Police dragged him like trash, family mourns kin
Harrison Wachira, a mechanic, was shot dead by police officers while closing his workshop in Juja during Saba Saba protests.
By Amos Kiarie 23 days ago
Police dragged him like trash, family mourns kin
FAWE urges government action over disturbing claims at Alliance Girls
The testimonies, shared by current and former students, describe disturbing patterns of abuse that FAWE says demand urgent and thorough investigation by relevant authorities.
By Amos Kiarie 25 days ago
FAWE urges government action over disturbing claims at Alliance Girls
Grief turns to outcry during slain hawker Boniface Kariuki's funeral
Those who spoke accused the President of running a terror enterprise targeting innocent Kenyans.They declared that it was time for Parliament to act decisively and bring the Ruto to account.
By Amos Kiarie 26 days ago
Grief turns to outcry during slain hawker Boniface Kariuki's funeral
Three journalists attacked while covering protests
Three journalists were attacked by a violent mob while covering the Saba Saba demonstrations.
By Amos Kiarie 30 days ago
Three journalists attacked while covering protests
Opposition leaders slam Ruto over state house church plans
Opposition leaders have criticized President William Ruto over his plans to construct a church at State House
By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago
Opposition leaders slam Ruto over state house church plans
Family mourns their only child killed during Gen Z protest
The family and friends of 20-year-old Peter Mwangi Nyambura are demanding justice following his tragic death during the Gen Z-led protests in Nyeri town on June 25.
By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago
Family mourns their only child killed during Gen Z protest
Tech, transparency driving brokers out of property market
Kenya's real estate sector is undergoing a major transformation as unlicensed brokers, long seen as the gatekeepers between landowners, tenants and buyers face rapid obsolescence.
By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago
Tech, transparency driving brokers out of property market
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Construction sector crumbles under political heat as investors retreat
Kenya's construction sector is on the brink, as rising political temperatures-fueled by nationwide protests over police brutality and the death of Albert Ojwang in custody.
By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago
Construction sector crumbles under political heat as investors retreat
Government allocates Sh250 million to empower persons with disabilities
The government has allocated Sh250 million in the 2025 fiscal year to boost the inclusion and economic empowerment of persons living with disabilities.
By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago
Government allocates Sh250 million to empower persons with disabilities
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Buying land? Steps to beating fraudsters at their own game
Many victims are first-time land buyers and diaspora investors who fall prey to syndicates that exploit gaps in land registration systems.
By Amos Kiarie 1 month ago
Buying land? Steps to beating fraudsters at their own game
Kindiki, Kenya Kwanza MPs tell off Gachagua over 2027 succession politics
DP Kithure Kindiki and a group of Kenya Kwanza MPs from the Mt Kenya region have accused former DP Rigathi Gachagua of political intimidation and dictatorial tendencies.
By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago
Kindiki, Kenya Kwanza MPs tell off Gachagua over 2027 succession politics
Nyahururu bets on tourism, and real estate to woo investors
Nyahururu, a small town tucked into the highlands of Kenya's Laikipia County, is undergoing a quiet but meaningful transformation.
By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago
Nyahururu bets on tourism, and real estate to woo investors
EPRA launches safety campaign as energy accidents surge
The campaign is a direct response to rising incidents of energy-related tragedies, the most notable being the Embakasi Mradi LPG explosion in February 2024.
By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago
EPRA launches safety campaign as energy accidents surge
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How Gen Zs are redefining the blueprint for urban property ownership
Gen Zs are exploring land ownership in emerging urban nodes where land is relatively affordable, infrastructure is improving, and the promise of lifestyle-friendly living is real.
By Amos Kiarie 2 months ago
How Gen Zs are redefining the blueprint for urban property ownership
Mudavadi warns Mt Kenya against ditching Ruto ahead of 2027 polls
The Prime CS praised the region's loyalty to the Kenya Kwanza government but warned that growing political uncertainty could jeopardize the gains made so far.
By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago
Mudavadi warns Mt Kenya against ditching Ruto ahead of 2027 polls
Opposition: We will send Ruto home in 2027
The politicians vowed to remain together and produce one candidate for 2027 presidential election.
By Ndung'u Gachane and Amos Kiarie 3 months ago
Opposition: We will send Ruto home in 2027
New children's welfare department launched to drive reforms
In a move aimed at transforming the lives of children across the country, the government has officially inaugurated the State Department for Children Welfare Services.
By Amos Kiarie 3 months ago
New children's welfare department launched to drive reforms
Ruto: I'll exit in 2027 if I fail to deliver
President William Ruto has claimed he will exit power in 2027 if he fails to deliver on his promises to the people.
By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago
Ruto: I'll exit in 2027 if I fail to deliver
Stalled projects, unfulfilled promises cloud Ruto's visit to Mt Kenya
These projects are spread across the region, with some residents arguing that excessive political focus is overshadowing service delivery.
By Phares Mutembei and Amos Kiarie 4 months ago
Stalled projects, unfulfilled promises cloud Ruto's visit to Mt Kenya
Kenya growing into a global real estate hotspot
Data from KNBS reveals that the real estate sector made a substantial contribution to Kenya's GDP in 2022, amounting to 10.5 per cent, an increase of 0.4 percent in 2021.
By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago
Kenya growing into a global real estate hotspot
How property sector adapts to mitigate natural disaster risks
Natural disasters are an ever-present threat to the real estate industry, as vividly illustrated by the recent fires in Los Angeles, in America.
By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago
How property sector adapts to mitigate natural disaster risks
Nanyuki's real estate boom attracts new investors
Nanyuki is fast becoming a hotspot for real estate investments with property developers and agents flocking to the town to capitalise on its booming market.
By Amos Kiarie 4 months ago
Nanyuki's real estate boom attracts new investors
More women defy traditions to lead in land purchases
Recent trends indicate that more women are purchasing property, challenging long-standing cultural norms that have historically favoured male landownership.
By Amos Kiarie 5 months ago
More women defy traditions to lead in land purchases
Experts urge adoption of solar for reliable, sustainable power
Despite Kenya's abundant solar resources, with an average solar insolation of 4-6 kWh per square meter per day, the country has historically underutilized this potential.
By Amos Kiarie 5 months ago
Experts urge adoption of solar for reliable, sustainable power
Bishop Muheria asks government to settle NHIF, SHA debts
Archbishop Anthony Muheria has made an urgent appeal to the government to disburse funds owed to hospitals under the now-defunct NHIF and its successor SHA.
By Amos Kiarie 5 months ago
Bishop Muheria asks government to settle NHIF, SHA debts
How Rigathi Gachagua is reshaping political future
Rigathi Gachagua has stated that all meetings held at his home in Wamunyoro in Nyeri county are not just for the benefit of the Mount Kenya region but for the entire country.
By Amos Kiarie 5 months ago
How Rigathi Gachagua is reshaping political future
Government focused on service delivery, not politics, says Kindiki
Speaking in Nyeri during an inspection of the Endarasha-Kimunyuru road, Kindiki said the government focused on development and economic growth.
By Amos Kiarie 6 months ago
Government focused on service delivery, not politics, says Kindiki
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 6 months ago
Impact of Gen Z protests ripples through real estate
Parents happy with changes after Hillside fire tragedy
Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri opened a fresh chapter as parents came in large numbers Tuesday to bring their children for first term.
By Amos Kiarie 6 months ago
Parents happy with changes after Hillside fire tragedy
Probe state sponsored gangs, Gachagua urges ICC
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on the ICC to launch an investigation into the alleged resurgence of a criminal gang he claims is being sponsored by the government.
By Amos Kiarie 7 months ago
Probe state sponsored gangs, Gachagua urges ICC
Stakeholders push for revival of 4K clubs to tackle climate change
Education and environmental stakeholders have called for the revival of 4K clubs in schools to equip students with practical skills in combating climate change.
By Amos Kiarie 7 months ago
Stakeholders push for revival of 4K clubs to tackle climate change
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 7 months ago
CoG deal to benefit farmers in 34 counties
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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 8 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 10 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 10 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 10 months ago
DNA samples of Endarasha school fire victims matched
Dispute over control of multimillion Naivas founder's estate escalates
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