Cause of death of Gichugu Returning Officer Geoffrey Gitobu revealed
The autopsy on the body of Gichugu Returning Officer Geoffrey Gitobu, 56, has ruled out foul play in his death.
By Lydia Nyawira 1 year ago
Cause of death of Gichugu Returning Officer Geoffrey Gitobu revealed
Simiu and Kibiwott wins silver and bronze for Kenya as Jacob Kiplimo secures Gold for Uganda
Kenyan duo of Daniel Simiu Ebenyo and Kibiwott Kandie finished second and third respectively in the men's 10000m at the commonwealth games to take Kenya's medal tally to four.
By Boniface Gikandi and Lydia Nyawira 1 year ago
Simiu and Kibiwott wins silver and bronze for Kenya as Jacob Kiplimo secures Gold for Uganda
Nyeri: Governor Kahiga picks David Kinarire as running mate
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga picks businessman David Kinarire as his running mate ahead of August 9 polls.
By Lydia Nyawira 1 year ago
Nyeri: Governor Kahiga picks David Kinarire as running mate
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12-hour crisis talks put Ruto allies on edge
Top Ruto allies split amid horse-trading from two contestants jostling for the position. As minutes turned into hours, politicians and their supporters became restless
By Brian Otieno, Jacob Ng'etich, Lydia Nyawira 1 year ago
12-hour crisis talks put Ruto allies on edge
Mission hospital to build Sh110m emergency wing
PCEA Tumutumu Hospital yesterday held a groundbreaking ceremony for a four-storey Accident, Emergency and Outpatient wing.
By Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
Mission hospital to build Sh110m emergency wing
Pastoralists offload their livestock to avert more losses from dry spell
Over 400 animals had been purchased from locals by the Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) in the ongoing livestock uptake programme.
By Boniface Gikandi and Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
Pastoralists offload their livestock to avert more losses from dry spell
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Athlete hacked to death in Kirinyaga, boyfriend arrested
Edith Muthoni’s sister, Jane Nyawira, has eulogised the deceased as a “calm girl, who spoke her mind when need arose”.
By Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
Athlete hacked to death in Kirinyaga, boyfriend arrested
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Vaccinating with the word of God
Doctors have witnessed firsthand, how religion interferes with health outcomes, faith often being mixed with faith healing.
By Ayoki Onyango and Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
Vaccinating with the word of God
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DP William Ruto allies turn heat on Uhuru over calls to resign
MPs allied to Deputy President William Ruto have castigated President Uhuru Kenyatta for challenging the DP to resign if he is unhappy.
By Josphat Thiong'o and Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
DP William Ruto allies turn heat on Uhuru over calls to resign
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Ruto intensifies forays in Mt Kenya as he hosts over 200 MCAs from bloc
The Deputy President said leaders have a duty to work together to transform Kenya.
By Jacob Ng’etich, Lydia Nyawira and Phares Mutembei 2 years ago
Ruto intensifies forays in Mt Kenya as he hosts over 200 MCAs from bloc
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DP Ruto truce fails to stop Hustler fight
'UDA is neither Hon Johnstone Muthama's party neither is it managed by sitting MP's. On the contrary, UDA is the Hustlers party'
By Moses Nyamori and Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
DP Ruto truce fails to stop Hustler fight
MCAs decry the High Court ruling on BBI
Mt Kenya JLAC caucus chair Stanley Karanja stated that central stands to lose close to Sh55 billion through increased allocation to counties.
By Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
MCAs decry the High Court ruling on BBI
Nyeri: Four killed, two injured in head-on collision
All the four occupants of the Probox died on the spot, Kieni West OCPD Ahmed Ali told 'The Standard'.
By Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
Nyeri: Four killed, two injured in head-on collision
MP, journalists arrested in Embu evictions
The Legislator and the journalist were arrested while covering the evictions of hundreds of squatters at Makima area.
By Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
MP, journalists arrested in Embu evictions
Officer beats addiction, now a champion
One of the challenges facing young recruits is lack of financial management skills, which leads to stress and hopelessness.
By Lydia Nyawira 2 years ago
Officer beats addiction, now a champion
Four Bishop Gatimu students test Covid-19 positive
Nyeri County Commissioner Lyford Kibaara said an additional 23 students are currently in quarantine.
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Four Bishop Gatimu students test Covid-19 positive
Roba decries shortage of teachers in Mandera
shortage of teachers in Mandera County stands at 1,849 for public primary schools and 517 in secondary schools
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Roba decries shortage of teachers in Mandera
Kagwe: Covid-19 vaccine expected in Kenya next month
The Government has ordered 24 million doses of the vaccine.
By Betty Njeru and Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Kagwe: Covid-19 vaccine expected in Kenya next month
Baringo Senator Gideon Moi in Nyeri for KANU BBI forum
The Senator who also distributed copies of the BBI document to the residents in attendance at the forum, said Kenyans should read the document.
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Baringo Senator Gideon Moi in Nyeri for KANU BBI forum
When mothering instincts fail
I was depressed throughout his pregnancy; I didn't want him. I was depressed after his birth; I didn't want him- Wanja Kavengi
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
When mothering instincts fail
County rolls out plan to improve nutrition
For new babies, the plan advocates early initiation of breastfeeding within an hour of birth and exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of l
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
County rolls out plan to improve nutrition
Vets start antibiotic use survey
The county set up a team to tackle drug resistance following reports of a new strain of mastitis in some parts of Mathira Constituency
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Vets start antibiotic use survey
Kenyans just won’t let Trump go down quietly
Netizens take a swipe at the US President’s reluctance to accept defeat in the recent polls through humorous memes.
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Kenyans just won’t let Trump go down quietly
DP Ruto threatens to stop BBI's reggae
Ruto said he and his supporters would stop the BBI process if its supporters turn a deaf ear to his offer for negotiations
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
DP Ruto threatens to stop BBI's reggae
Nyeri residents unaware of plans to remove Baden-Powell statue in UK
Baden- Powell has been accused of racism, homophobia and supporting Adolf Hitler during the Second World War
By Lydia Nyawira and Mireri Junior 3 years ago
Nyeri residents unaware of plans to remove Baden-Powell statue in UK
Fear of relapse for many alcohol addicts after rehabilitation centres are closed
The patients now stay home with their families who have neither the financial nor the professional capability to manage their condition.
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Fear of relapse for many alcohol addicts after rehabilitation centres are closed
Train wagons released to boost old rail repairs
They include wagons for ferrying murram and tools, two wagons for ballast and one coach for the workers.
By Lydia Nyawira 3 years ago
Train wagons released to boost old rail repairs
Allies grow cold feet as Ruto intensifies Mt Kenya forays
But leaders defend the shrinking entourage saying it could be because of timing of functions and commitments of MPs
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Allies grow cold feet as Ruto intensifies Mt Kenya forays
Gang robs Sh4m from three bank branches in 2 days
Three Family Bank branches in Murang’a, Karatina and Kangari were broken into
By Boniface Gikandi and Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Gang robs Sh4m from three bank branches in 2 days
KNH takes over Othaya hospital
The facility will handle referral patients and offer specialised treatment that is at par with the mother hospital in Nairobi.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
KNH takes over Othaya hospital
Counties risk missing out on Danish funds
Devolved units ordered to utilise money and provide information requested by auditors.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Counties risk missing out on Danish funds
Nyeri County pays out pending bills
The CBROP evaluates the county fiscal performance in the financial year 2018/19 and its impact on the county’s economic performance.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Nyeri County pays out pending bills
Key road to change the fortunes of three counties
Nyeri, Murang’a and Nyandarua to benefit from the mega project.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Key road to change the fortunes of three counties
Nyeri ward reps demand answers on project
The committee questioned why the project worth Sh12 million had yet to start, yet Sh4.8 million had been paid to contractors.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Nyeri ward reps demand answers on project
Bill seeks to charge tourists for trips
Tourists planning a trip to a coffee or tea factory in the county will pay Sh2,000 per day if a proposed law is approved by the County Assembly.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Bill seeks to charge tourists for trips
CS: We will deal with terror gangs
Matiang'i said some of the groups are sponsored by politicians and spread terror by attacking their opponents.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
CS: We will deal with terror gangs
Homeowners caution on bus terminus plan
Residents say they are concerned with security of their estate.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Homeowners caution on bus terminus plan
Woman, 21, killed in Tanzania crash buried
Linet Mutio Kamau, 21, was eulogised as a social and outgoing young woman.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Woman, 21, killed in Tanzania crash buried
Slain medical student buried
Mourners describe former Moi University student as jovial and hardworking.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
Slain medical student buried
MPs want meet over fallout in Jubilee
Female MPs affiliated to Jubilee yesterday asked the President to convene a parliamentary group (PG) meeting to address divisions in the ruling party.
By Lydia Nyawira 4 years ago
MPs want meet over fallout in Jubilee
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