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Phares Mutembei

Meru county boss, senator clash over deputy governor

Governor Kawira's allies say they read malice in the senator's pronouncement that he will oversight county funds to hold her accountable.

Meru county boss, senator clash over deputy governor

Legislators put Nacada on spot over classification of miraa as a drug

Legislators put Nacada on spot over classification of miraa as a drug

Cracks emerge as Meru deputy governor's official vehicle "withdrawn"

Cracks emerge as Meru deputy governor's official vehicle "withdrawn"

Miraa farmers, traders decry high levies imposed on the crop by counties

Miraa farmers, traders decry high levies imposed on the crop by counties

PWD caregivers should get a monthly stipend, MP Muthoni says

The legislator says the government should come up with a social protection policy to aid parents of children living with disability.

PWD caregivers should get a monthly stipend, MP Muthoni says

Kindiki warns leaders against politicizing Meru-Tharaka Nithi border row

Kindiki said while every communities had its challenges he would not allow the land conflict pitting people in the areas to continue and preached unity among the Meru and Tharaka Nithi people.

Kindiki warns leaders against politicizing Meru-Tharaka Nithi border row

Keep off Shakahola forest, CS Kindiki bans politicians

The CS said the government was planning to conduct the second phase of exhumation and politicians should keep off.

Keep off Shakahola forest, CS Kindiki bans politicians

Birth and death certificates will be issued on application, says PS

PS orders administration officers to report deaths within their jurisdiction promptly. Says late reporting of deaths opens avenues for fraud and causes succession disputes.

Birth and death certificates will be issued on application, says PS

Former MCA shot dead while pursuing bandits in Igembe North

George Kaliunga was shot dead as he, and several others, pursued raiders who had stolen livestock at Malaene in Igembe North Constituency.

Former MCA shot dead while pursuing bandits in Igembe North

Peter Munya's future in focus as Kiraitu and Kawira embrace Kenya Kwanza

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, her predecessor Kiraitu Murungi and now Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi are reading from the same political script.

Peter Munya's future in focus as Kiraitu and Kawira embrace Kenya Kwanza

Chief: I found suspect with bloody knife

Habiba Hassan narrated to Justice Edward Muriithi of the Meru High Court how Ms Ekaru, a 45-year-old widow and mother of five, was killed by Patrick Naweet.

Chief: I found suspect with bloody knife

Debate on eucalyptus tree divides Meru residents

Eucalyptus trees species are majorly cited as high water depleting agents through high consumption, transpiration and evaporation thus causing the drying up of streams.

Debate on eucalyptus tree divides Meru residents

Meru farmers ask State to give miraa special attention

Former Igembe North MP Joseph Eruaki said it is important that the government establishes the board to look into issues affecting the production, processing, and marketing of miraa.

Meru farmers ask State to give miraa special attention

Rare antelopes to be flown from US in bid to boost numbers

From about 500 in the 1970s, mountain bongos now number less than 100. Twenty-five of them are set to be flown in from the US this year.

Rare antelopes to be flown from US in bid to boost numbers

Rare antelopes to be flown from US in bid to boost their numbers

The conservator said the aim was to increase the number of bongo from the current 99 to 750 or more by 2050.

Rare antelopes to be flown from US in bid to boost their numbers

Standard Group, KCA join hands to raise funds

The fundraising event included a bicycle race organised by the institution, in which participants cycled nearly 600 kilometres from Nairobi to Meru town.

Standard Group, KCA join hands to raise funds

Family devastated by death of Tharaka Nithi boda boda boss

Mugambi was shot dead a few weeks to the day he was to pay dowry to the family of the mother of his two daughters, in his quest to formalise the relationship.

Family devastated by death of Tharaka Nithi boda boda boss

Kawira picks ex-opponent as county secretary

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has nominated one of her former opponents in last year’s gubernatorial race as the county secretary, pending approval by the County Assembly.

Kawira picks ex-opponent as county secretary

Hundreds of youth secure jobs in road upgrade project

At least 20 main access roads that experience human traffic around Meru town and its environs have been earmarked for facelift including Majengo, Mjini, and Gitimbine.

Hundreds of youth secure jobs in road upgrade project

Conflict looming after Equator line is 'moved' at Ng'onyi

The division has emerged over which area, between Gatimbi market in Central Imenti Sub-county and Kariene Ka Moi in North Imenti Sub-county, falls on the zero-degree latitude.

Conflict looming after Equator line is 'moved' at Ng'onyi

Kawira in the middle of Sh536m payout dilemma

The award against the county was for the cost of facilities installed by Michael Jean Dechauffur's company. Justice Otieno awarded the amount to Leopard Rock evicted by the Kiraitu administration.

Kawira in the middle of Sh536m payout dilemma

Tigania residents raise concerns over lack of water, delayed land compensation

The 2018 project was to be undertaken by Tana Water Works Development Agency to provide water for thousands of people around Kiguchwa, Michii Mikuru and surrounding areas.

By 2 months ago

Tigania residents raise concerns over lack of water, delayed land compensation

Conflict deepens between county and Chuka University over land usage

Out of the 500-acre Kairini Farm, the varsity plans to build a referral hospital on 300 acres. The county wants to establish a special economic zone on the land.

By 2 months ago

Conflict deepens between county and Chuka University over land usage

Treat mental health disorders like other diseases, psychiatrists say

Mwikamba said awareness of mental health and the addition of relevant personnel to address the challenge is key to successful interventions.

By 2 months ago

Treat mental health disorders like other diseases, psychiatrists say

How Meru and Chuka universities raised income to beat tough times

As Prof Njoka urged local universities to be innovative, Meru University set aside 50 acres of land for agriculture where they grow potatoes, beans, maize and hay.

By 2 months ago

How Meru and Chuka universities raised income to beat tough times

How Njuri Ncheke rescued Meru University from leadership woes

Njuri Ncheke came in handy to sort matters affecting Meru University of Science Technology located opposite their shrine headquarters at Nchiru in Tigania West Sub County.

By 2 months ago

How Njuri Ncheke rescued Meru University from leadership woes

I followed the law when picking IEBC Selection Panel, Ruto tells critics

President Ruto said he followed the law in gazetting a seven-member team that will help with the recruitment of Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) officials.

By 2 months ago

I followed the law when picking IEBC Selection Panel, Ruto tells critics

President Ruto to grace thanksgiving rally in Tharaka Nithi

Prof Kindiki told residents that President Ruto will be visiting Mt Kenya East counties soon and tasked area leaders and residents to prepare to welcome him.

By 2 months ago

President Ruto to grace thanksgiving rally in Tharaka Nithi

Meru University closed indefinitely after students riot

The students barricaded the Meru-Maua road and engaged police officers from the neighbouring Nchiru police station in running battles for hours.

By 2 months ago

Meru University closed indefinitely after students riot

Controversy as Varsity council sends VC packing

In a decision that elicited a strong response from Odhiambo, the council said it had evaluated Odhiambo’s performance and decided not to renew his contract

By 2 months ago

Controversy as Varsity council sends VC packing

Munya ally nominated by Governor Kawira for top post

Mr Mutia, a close confidante of Munya, did not hide his support of Kawira in the run-up for last August’s gubernatorial election.

By 2 months ago

Munya ally nominated by Governor Kawira for top post

Governor Kawira Mwangaza, MCAs put differences aside, make peace

The Governor and the Ward Reps had both adopted a hard stance over various issues, chief among them being the ward fund.

By 3 months ago

Governor Kawira Mwangaza, MCAs put differences aside, make peace

Meru town residents devasted after vandals uproot Sh1.3m water pipe

The residents woke up to find large amounts of water had gone down the drain after the thieves stole the metal pipes, drainage covers and other pipeline equipment.

By 3 months ago

Meru town residents devasted after vandals uproot Sh1.3m water pipe

Cancer centre closed over safey concerns

Patients who were being treated at the hospital have now been forced to seek services at private hospitals, which they say are more expensive and unaffordable.

By 3 months ago

Cancer centre closed over safey concerns

Contractors demand Sh1.2bn in unpaid bills from county leadership

Contractors who undertook completed and ongoing projects and supplied the Meru county government with various services are demanding for their payment amounting to Sh1.2 billion.

By 3 months ago

Contractors demand Sh1.2bn in unpaid bills from county leadership

Leaders mourn former Igembe North MP Ntoitha M'Mithiaru

Ntoitha M’Mithiaru died at the age of 73. He was MP from 2007 to 2013.

By 3 months ago

Leaders mourn former Igembe North MP Ntoitha M'Mithiaru

Popular imaginary 'men's conference' becomes reality

They talked about finances in relationships, family roles and how to achieve success. Older participants delivered speeches and counselled young professionals.

By 3 months ago

Popular imaginary 'men's conference' becomes reality

Sports CS Ababu halts stadium projects

Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba has announced the freezing of stadium works across the country with exception of Kirubia stadium in Tharaka Nithi and Moi stadium in Embu.

By 3 months ago

Sports CS Ababu halts stadium projects

Expectations high ahead of Gachagua's meeting with Meru leaders

Gachagua has held meetings with the governor, MCAs and MPs in the past to end the stalemate between the Executive and the assembly.

By 3 months ago

Expectations high ahead of Gachagua's meeting with Meru leaders

Miraa processors demand law to legalise value addition of crop

Speaking in Meru, Kevin Nthiga, who holds Bachelor's and Masters degrees in food science and technology, said the move will enhance value addition prospects of miraa.

By 3 months ago

Miraa processors demand law to legalise value addition of crop

Azimio leaders in Meru declare willingness to work with Ruto

Drawn from both Tharaka Nithi and Meru counties, the leaders expressed their willingness to partner with the Kenya Kwanza administration for the benefit of their people.

By 3 months ago

Azimio leaders in Meru declare willingness to work with Ruto

Governor and CS bail out accident survivors

Six accident survivors admitted at the Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital have benefitted from Sh300,000 donated by politicians towards their medical bills.

By 3 months ago

Governor and CS bail out accident survivors

Methodist Church rocked by split after Ntombura rejected by synod

Presiding bishop has accused former church leaders of being behind those rebelling against his leadership.

By 4 months ago

Methodist Church rocked by split after Ntombura rejected by synod

Farmers take up sorghum farming to beat drought

The farmers have now taken up the growing of the fast-maturing gadam sorghum variety.

By 4 months ago

Farmers take up sorghum farming to beat drought

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