By Murugi Ndwiga Supporters of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Embu have vowed to stage naked demonstrations if the government arrests him upon his return from the United States. Rallying under the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), the group accused the State of “political intimidation” targeting Gachagua, who has…
CS Ruku Intervention Brings Calm In Siakago As Interior Ministry Transfers Senior Police Officers
By Murugi Ndwiga, Embu Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku has announced that the Ministry of Interior and National Administration will with immediate effect transfer Senior Police Officers in Siakago including the Siakago OCS, DCIO, and Officer Commanding Crime, following violent demonstrations in…
Over 2000 Tea Farmers Graduate in Embu with Life -Changing Skills In Kathangariri, Embu
By Murugi Ndwiga At least 2,209 tea farmers from eight tea factories in Embu and Kirinyaga counties have graduated with transformative skills aimed at improving their farming practices and livelihoods. Speaking during the graduation ceremony, held at Kathangariri Tea Factory in Embu, Maureen Muthoni Njuguna- the Chief Guest and Cooperatives…
Murder Suspect Shot Dead While Attempting to Escape at Gatondo Area In Embu-West
By Murugi Ndwiga A murder suspect and former Kirimari Ward MCA aspirant was shot dead on Tuesday afternoon while attempting to escape from a moving prison vehicle in the Gatondo area, along the Embu–Siakago Roadin Embu-West. The suspect, identified as Swaleh Abdalla, also known as Oswado, was among several inmates…
Shock in Riandu, Embu as Young Woman Dumps Newborn in Bag
By Murugi Ndwiga, Eastern Region A dark cloud of shock and sorrow hung over Riandu Location in Embu County on Monday after a 21-year-old woman allegedly gave birth and attempted to dispose of her newborn in a shocking act that has left the local community stunned. The young woman, identified…
“Free Entry for Kids,Seniors, and PWD in Proposed KWS Reviews”
By Murugi Ndwiga, Eastern Region A wave of excitement is sweeping through Embu County following major reforms by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), aimed at revitalizing tourism and making national parks more accessible to all Kenyans. During a lively public participation forum on the review of the conservation fee, held…
Youth Lead Climate Fight in Embu with Tree Planting Revival
Murugi Ndwiga, Eastern Region In the heart of Kanyuambora village, Embu County, 27 determined youths are taking bold steps to combat climate change—one tree at a time. Under the Green Rising initiative, and with support from the Mount Kenya Landscape Board, Rainforest Alliance, UNICEF Kenya, and the Embu County Government,…
Embu County Health Boss Jamal Runyenjes Refutes Neglect Claims, Warns Against Misinformation
By Murugi Ndwiga Embu County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health, Jamal Runyenjes, has firmly dismissed reports that two accident victims were neglected at Embu Level 5 Hospital on Monday morning, July 14, 2025. Addressing journalists, Runyenjes called the circulating claims “misleading” and urged the public to stop spreading falsehoods.…
Embu: Police Hunt Killers After Man’s Body Found Dumped
By Murugi Ndwiga Security apparatus have launched an investigations after a middle-aged man was found dead and his body dumped by the roadside early in the morning of Friday, 4th July, at Gwakaithi, Embu County Confirming the incident, Mbeere North Sub-county Police Commander George Kariuki said the man, identified as…
Mbarire Blasts Gachagua, Mukunji for Masterminding Gen Z Chaos and Looting in Embu
Murugi Ndwiga, Eastern Region Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire has slammed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji for masterminding the violent protests that rocked Embu town during the Gen Z anniversary demonstrations on June 25th 2025. Speaking passionately to the press after touring several businesses vandalized in…