By Murugi Ndwiga With only 23 days to go before the much-anticipated by-elections in Mbeere North and several other constituencies across the country, the quiet, sun-scorched plains of Embu County have become the unlikely epicentre of national politics. What was once viewed as a routine by-election to replace a Cabinet…
Fred Ogola: Why Kenya’s Next Revolution Begins at the Shoreline
In this feature, Professor Fred Ogola, the Hekima Presidential Aspirant, challenges Kenya’s leadership narrative from the shoreline. He argues that Kenya’s next revolution will begin where the waves meet the land, with justice for the Coast as the first step toward a fairer nation. When Professor Fred Ogola talks about…
Embu Elders Unite to Chart Path for Peace, Unity, and Development
By Murugi Ndwiga In a landmark show of unity, four prominent councils of elders have joined forces to promote peace, development, and inclusivity across Embu County, a region often marred by ethnic tensions during election periods. The councils- Nyangi Ndiiriri (Embu), Ngome (Mbeere), Mwea Council of Elders (Mwea/Makima), and Kiama…
Delay in Orthodox Line Costs Rukuriri Tea Factory Millions in Farmer Bonuses
By Murugi Ndwiga Rukuriri Tea Factory has voiced frustration over delays in completing its long-awaited orthodox tea processing line, saying the setback has denied farmers the opportunity to earn higher bonuses this year. Speaking during a meeting with tea buying centre committee members, Factory Board Chairperson Joseph Rwanjau said the…
”Computer Crime Law Meant to Combat Child Sexual Abuse Material,” ICT CS Kabogo Shields
The Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, William Kabogo, has come out strongly in defense of the newly enacted Cyber and Computer Crime Act, refuting dissenting opinion from leaders including former Chief Justice David Maraga and growing online criticism as being fuelled by misinformation. In an interview…
Massive Youth Turnout as NYOTA Validation Exercise Kicks Off Countrywide
By Aron Ndonyi and Murugi Ndwiga Millions of youths thronged in various local gov’t institutions and local NGAO’s offices for the NYOTA Project physical validation exercise, marking one of the largest turnouts witnessed in the country. The Verified NYOTA participants will receive between Kshs 25,000 and Kshs 50,000 to start…
“Kahiga Must Carry His Own Cross”: Mt. Kenya East Governors Disown Nyeri Boss Over Raila Remarks
By Murugi Ndwiga Mount Kenya East Governors have strongly distanced themselves from Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga’s controversial remarks regarding the death of former Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga, which have sparked outrage across the country. Speaking in Kathwana, Tharaka Nithi County, during the signing of a Waste Management Memorandum…
“Rest In Peace, Tinga: Embu Erupts In Protest After Raila’s Death
By Murugi Ndwiga, Eastern A wave of grief and outrage swept through Embu on Wednesday as students from the University of Embu staged dramatic protests in the heart of Embu’s Central Business District (CBD), demanding answers from the government over the sudden death of former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga,…
1,400 Youths from Embu County Set to Benefit from NYOTA Project
By Murugi Ndwiga At least 1,400 young people from Embu County are set to benefit from the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) project, a new five-year government initiative aimed at empowering youth and improving their livelihoods through entrepreneurship, training, and financial support. Speaking during the official launch of the…
Embu: 500 Drivers Equipped With Road Safety Skills to Curb Road Carnage
By Murugi Ndwiga At least 500 Neno Sacco drivers have undergone specialized training in a bold effort to curb rising cases of road carnage on Kenyan roads. The sensitization program, held at the Wakagoto Foundation in Embu Town, focused on road safety, mental health wellness, safe driving tactics, customer care,…