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Gachagua slams Ruto, calls on US to probe stolen Minnesota funds

By George Njunge   2026-01-05 00:00:00

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged the US government to speed up investigations into individuals involved in money laundering, particularly those alleged to have stolen funds from Minnesota.

Tragedy spurs family to take action against mental illness-related deaths

By George Njunge   2026-01-19 00:00:00

The incident where a man died by suicide has prompted a family in Lari Constituency to act to support the community in a bid to curb deaths linked to mental illness.

Repair of Kijabe rail line gobbles up Sh1.5 billion

By George Njunge   2026-01-20 12:05:12

Kijabe rail line in Lari constituency had been closed for one and a half years to allow the contractor to finish up the works, including making new culverts.

Track stars root for CBE, sports as the new economic frontier

By George Njunge   2026-01-28 16:53:11

Kenyan Track stars have hailed the new Competency-Based Education (CBE) as the way to go if Kenya is to realise the dream of becoming an upper-middle-income nation.

Why Ruto's Mt Kenya region allies are rocking UDA boat

By George Njunge   2026-02-02 13:00:00

Political commentators have cautioned the President that some of the actions by his allies in Parliament and government are only serving to undermine him politically in Mt Kenya.

2,500 households face starvation in Kiambu County's Ndeiya area

By George Njunge   2026-02-10 07:00:00

The severe drought is now threatening households as well as animals even as it cripples the local economy that relies on farming and herding.

Thika MP faulted for attacking Governor during launch of Sh800M stadium

By George Njunge   2026-02-18 08:30:00

A fiery outburst by Alice Ng’ang’a overshadowed the Sh800 million Thika Stadium groundbreaking, dealing a blow to William Ruto’s efforts to regain political ground in central Kenya.

Anest Karegi: One-handed man baffling villagers with soccer pitch exploits

By George Njunge   2026-02-19 08:15:00

When a posho mill crushed the hand of a young man in Ndeiya Limuru, the world seemed to have come to a stand still to a man known for his exploits on the football pitch

From critic to Ruto's fold: Wamuchomba's long political odyssey

By George Njunge   2026-03-15 08:10:00

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba rose rapidly to become one of the most popular figures in the Mt Kenya region.

Police lobe teargas as elders curse, reject affordable housing in Githunguri

By George Njunge   2026-04-10 17:55:46

Trouble started when tens of police blocked roads in a bid to stop the members of the Kikuyu Council of Elders from accessing the 58-acre piece of land.

Land dealer joins Gachagua's party in bid to unseat Wamatangi

By George Njunge   2026-04-21 07:40:00

John Mwaura Kogi has joined DCP under Rigathi Gachagua to challenge Kimani Wamatangi for the Kiambu governorship, while fresh controversy emerged over remarks on Raila Odinga.

Caroline DeMathew finds new love after burying hubby

By George Njunge   2026-04-24 09:56:32

The ”love is on my side” post was followed thousands of comments congratulating her for the new found cupid, with countless fans asking who the lucky brother is.

Why Kikuyu culture frowns on second marriage for women after husbands die

By George Njunge   2026-04-24 10:20:00

In Kikuyu traditions, a widow was not meant to remarry. This was meant to protect her late husband’s family identity as remarrying would mean losing the family blood line.

Elders dismiss Karen Nyamu coronation as a Nyakinyua

By George Njunge   2026-04-30 12:12:00

Kikuyu elders have dismissed the coronation of Nominated senator Karen Nyamu as a political gimmick, falling short of traditions.

Kikuyu elders dismiss Karen Nyamu coronation as a Nyakinyua

By George Njunge   2026-05-01 12:00:00

The ceremony that was highly publicized online and which saw the controversial senator being honoured as a Nyakinyua while sipping Muratina, the Gikuyu traditional brew, has been labeled as a farce.

Polish government funds search, rescue teams in Nairobi, Kiambu

By George Njunge   2026-05-11 17:18:29

The Government of Poland has pumped over $5 million (Sh65 million) into urban search and rescue teams in Nairobi and Kiambu counties in a bid to save lives and property.

Kiambu MPs put in spot over health sector claims

By George Njunge   2026-05-15 06:00:00

Kiambu leaders are locked in a political dispute over the county’s health sector, with MPs accusing Governor Kimani Wamatangi of neglecting hospital projects.

Teachers laud Presidential Awards for supporting CBE

By George Njunge   2026-05-17 17:16:45

Presidential Awards Kenya has been hailed by teachers as a strong pillar and support for the Competency Based Education.