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Phares Mutembei

CJ Koome challenges leaders to embrace dialogue

Chief Justice Martha Koome has challenged leaders to embrace dialogue as a means of preventing post-election violence.

CJ Koome challenges leaders to embrace dialogue

CS Ruku urges Kenyans to support Ruto's development agenda

CS Ruku urges Kenyans to support Ruto's development agenda

Miraa farmers push for value addition over market woes

Miraa farmers push for value addition over market woes

Ruto: I will not stop giving money to churches

Ruto: I will not stop giving money to churches

Heath unions support takeover of referral hospital

Health workers' unions in Meru County welcomed Governor Isaac Mutuma's announcement that the devolved unit plans to surrender the hospital to the Ministry of Health.

Heath unions support takeover of referral hospital

Coffee farmers bemoan lack of government support

A section of small-scale coffee farmers in Meru have blamed poor yield on the failure by government to provide them financial support and quality and drought-resistant seedlings

Coffee farmers bemoan lack of government support

Uproar after Munya refers to Mutuma as 'interim governor'

Former Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya has clashed with allies of Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma for referring to the county boss as an ‘interim governor.’

Uproar after Munya refers to Mutuma as 'interim governor'

KEBS opens testing laboratory in Meru for products safety

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has opened a laboratory in Meru County and stepped up market surveillance as it bids to restore quality of products.

KEBS opens testing laboratory in Meru for products safety

Meru Governor Mutuma names 10-member cabinet

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has named a 10-member Cabinet, retaining only one member of his predecessor Kawira Mwangaza’s cabinet.

Meru Governor Mutuma names 10-member cabinet

Inside mission to bring Kenya's 17 mountain bongos back from the US

Upon arrival, the bongos were taken to a specially designed sanctuary in Buuri, Meru, on the northeastern slopes of Mount Kenya.

Inside mission to bring Kenya's 17 mountain bongos back from the US

Ruto's only complete project in Meru is my impeachment, says Kawira Mwangaza

Mwangaza accused the president of bowing to the blackmail of certain Meru leaders who pushed for her ouster through the county assembly.

Ruto's only complete project in Meru is my impeachment, says Kawira Mwangaza

Inside Ruto's plan for Meru amid Mwangaza's ouster, Kindiki's influence

It remains to be seen what kind of reception Ruto will get in the days following Kawira Mwangaza's loss of the governor seat.

Inside Ruto's plan for Meru amid Mwangaza's ouster, Kindiki's influence

Linda Kiome nominated for Meru Deputy Governor

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma picks lawyer Linda Kiome as his deputy; she’s IEBC selection panel vice chair and was Mithika Linturi’s running mate in 2022 governorship polls.

Linda Kiome nominated for Meru Deputy Governor

Impeached Kawira Mwangaza vows to champion political freedom in Meru

Mwangaza on Wednesday said she will from next week embark on grassroots rallies with a view of sensitizing the community on the need to have a fresh crop of leaders come 2027.

Impeached Kawira Mwangaza vows to champion political freedom in Meru

I have no grudges but some of you have to go, Mutuma tells staff

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has assured senior staff in former Governor Kawira Mwangaza's government that he has no grudges.

I have no grudges but some of you have to go, Mutuma tells staff

New Meru Governor Mutuma reverses Kawira policies

Newly sworn-in Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma began his tenure by reversing several controversial policies implemented by his impeached predecessor Kawira Mwangaza.

New Meru Governor Mutuma reverses Kawira policies

M'Ethingia: The light at end of Meru tunnel?

After he fell out, M’Ethingia’s office was relocated, his staff fired and his vehicle confiscated. He will be sworn in today to replace Mwangaza, whose ouster has been upheld by the High Court.

M'Ethingia: The light at end of Meru tunnel?

Mwangaza quits UDA after impeachment, plans new party

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has left President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) after her impeachment, blaming the party for her removal.

Mwangaza quits UDA after impeachment, plans new party

Mwangaza's impeachment sparks mixed reactions in Meru

MCAs who have made several attempts to oust Mwangaza over the past two years, welcomed Justice Bahati Mwamuye’s ruling with jubilation.

Mwangaza's impeachment sparks mixed reactions in Meru

Mwangaza to challenge court decision on her impeachment

Impeached Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has said that she is planning to appeal a court decision that affirmed her impeachment.

Mwangaza to challenge court decision on her impeachment

No reprieve for Mwangaza as MCAs plot to impeach eight CECs

Governor Kawira Mwangaza’s tiff with the County Assembly has taken a new twist as MCAs plan to impeach eight members of her cabinet.

No reprieve for Mwangaza as MCAs plot to impeach eight CECs

Murkomen dismisses attempts to remove CJ Koome from office

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed attempts to eject Chief Justice Martha Koome from office.

Murkomen dismisses attempts to remove CJ Koome from office

Meru MCAs plan to impeach eight members of Governor Mwangaza Cabinet

Notices of impeachment were tabled by various MCAs, citing grounds such as abuse of office, incompetence, and gross misconduct.

Meru MCAs plan to impeach eight members of Governor Mwangaza Cabinet

Show of might: Kindiki, Gachagua over who can pull crowds in 'murima'

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has fired back at his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of disrespect and incitement.

Show of might: Kindiki, Gachagua over who can pull crowds in 'murima'

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed by drug addicts

Rehabilitation centres in Meru County are overwhelmed by the number of drug and alcoholic drink addicts, stakeholders have warned.

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed by drug addicts

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed as county struggles with drug abuse

Rehabilitation centres in Meru County are overwhelmed by the number of drug and alcohol addicts and already five private facilities are full.

By 2 months ago

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed as county struggles with drug abuse

Give Mwangaza time to deliver, Njuri Ncheke tell leaders

Just like in 2017 when the Njuri Ncheke's top leadership endorsed her for Woman Representative, the elders have come out in defence of Kawira Mwangaza against onslaught by leaders.

By 2 months ago

Give Mwangaza time to deliver, Njuri Ncheke tell leaders

17 Mountain Bongo land in Kenya from America

Seventeen Mountain Bongo landed at the JKIA in Nairobi on Sunday night from Florida in the US, before translocation to a special sanctuary in Buuri Sub County, Meru County.

By 2 months ago

17 Mountain Bongo land in Kenya from America

Court orders dissolution of Meru public service board

The High Court in Meru has ordered the dissolution of the County Public Service Board for non-compliance with the two thirds gender rule.

By 2 months ago

Court orders dissolution of Meru public service board

Meru leaders and farmers celebrate improved miraa prices

Celebration rocked Meru County after Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe announced new improved prices for the stimulant crop.

By 2 months ago

Meru leaders and farmers celebrate improved miraa prices

Stakeholders call for reforms to curb custodial suicide

Stakeholders in the judicial system have raised the alarm over rising suicide cases among suspects in police custody.

By 2 months ago

Stakeholders call for reforms to curb custodial suicide

Governor Mwangaza's impeachment illegal, court rules

For two years, Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has been struggling to breathe politically as MCAs made spirited efforts to impeach her.

By 2 months ago

Governor Mwangaza's impeachment illegal, court rules

'Principal Mugwe': Former CS Jacob Kaimenyi named spiritual leader

Kaimenyi who is the current Chairman of the Ameru Community Cultural Stakeholders Association will promote cultural heritage and unity of the Meru people.

By 2 months ago

'Principal Mugwe': Former CS Jacob Kaimenyi named spiritual leader

Kiamuriuki Forest: Hidden hub of Mount Kenya's illegal bhang trade

The Kiamuriuki Forest block in Chuka, Tharaka Nithi County, is not only a vital source of livelihood for hundreds of thousands of people but also a source of pain for others.

By 3 months ago

Kiamuriuki Forest: Hidden hub of Mount Kenya's illegal bhang trade

Meru politicians plead with Ruto to spare Water CS Mugaa

A section of politicians from Meru County have pleaded with President William Ruto not to sack Water Cabinet Secretary Eric Muugaa.

By 3 months ago

Meru politicians plead with Ruto to spare Water CS Mugaa

Forest restoration efforts bear fruit in Meru

The tree cover in forests and riparian areas in Meru has increased due to partnerships with local communities.

By 3 months ago

Forest restoration efforts bear fruit in Meru

Farmers defy court, elect new tea factory directors

Leadership wrangles that split farmers and their representatives at Miciimikuru Tea Factory in Tigania, Meru County, have escalated.

By 3 months ago

Farmers defy court, elect new tea factory directors

Mwangaza, county board clash over staff recruitment

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has opposed planned recruitment of hundreds of workers by the County Public Service Board.

By 3 months ago

Mwangaza, county board clash over staff recruitment

President has left out the Meru people, Kiraitu claims

Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi is crying foul over President William Ruto’s recent government appointments.

By 4 months ago

President has left out the Meru people, Kiraitu claims

How FGM fuels child marriages and teenage pregnancies in Meru

According to both state and non-state actors involved in combating FGM and early marriages, this harmful rite of passage is supported by some parents and even medical officers.

By 4 months ago

How FGM fuels child marriages and teenage pregnancies in Meru

Livestock inoculation; Vets ready for January exercise

The Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (Kevevapi) is ready to kick off vaccination of livestock from January, a senior official has said.

By 4 months ago

Livestock inoculation; Vets ready for January exercise

Advocates boycott court over magistrate shortage

Lawyers under Maua Advocates Association in Meru County threaten to boycott work from January 15, decry shortage of magistrates, accuse Judiciary of negligence.

By 4 months ago

Advocates boycott court over magistrate shortage

Lawyers boycott court, demand more magistrates

The lawyers accused the Judiciary of failing to post new magistrates after the transfer of two magistrates early this year.

By 4 months ago

Lawyers boycott court, demand more magistrates

I have not seen my deputy for over a year, Mwangaza says

The two fell out during impeachment proceedings after Mwangaza alleged that her deputy Isaac Mutuma was out to sabotage her.

By 4 months ago

I have not seen my deputy for over a year, Mwangaza says

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