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Unmet promises put a damper on spirit of voters in South Rift region
As President William Ruto campaigned for State House last year, he made promises to residents of the South Rift region that projects initiated by his predecessor would be completed to benefit them.
By Steve Mkawale 5 months ago
Unmet promises put a damper on spirit of voters in South Rift region
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Echoes of BBI verdict may deal death blow to Ruto-Raila talks
Analysts say going by a recent case filed in court by three petitioners, the process may come to a premature end, the BBI way.
By Steve Mkawale and Daniel Chege 5 months ago
Echoes of BBI verdict may deal death blow to Ruto-Raila talks
MCAs' push for ward fund, better perks slowly paying off
The push by ward representatives for the financial autonomy of county assemblies by having a development kitty and better perks is slowly paying off.
By Steve Mkawale 7 months ago
MCAs' push for ward fund, better perks slowly paying off
Residents in the South Rift wait for Ruto to keep word on projects
While attempts were made to gather current information, residents seemed disheartened and close to giving up hope that they would ever experience the benefits of these projects.
By Steve Mkawale 7 months ago
Residents in the South Rift wait for Ruto to keep word on projects
Ogiek pile pressure on State over court decision
The Ogiek community has been pushing the government to issue them with a communal title deed as part of the court's decision.
By Steve Mkawale 7 months ago
Ogiek pile pressure on State over court decision
Inside Nakuru's quest to regain vibrant industrial hub status
The proposed agro-industrial park in Njoro will be located at Ngongongeri farm owned by Egerton University, which has allocated the project 200 acres of land.
By Steve Mkawale 8 months ago
Inside Nakuru's quest to regain vibrant industrial hub status
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Egerton's agro-city park in Mau area sparks fresh fears for planners and land grabbers
State has pledged to release Sh1 billion for the construction of park, county will provide 500 acres of land. Anti-graft agency says land worth Sh1.6 billion was grabbed by private developers.
By Steve Mkawale 8 months ago
Egerton's agro-city park in Mau area sparks fresh fears for planners and land grabbers
MPs in fresh push to lift expansive Mau forest complex land ban
According to a section of leaders from the region, lifting the caveat on land in the fringes of the expansive forest will spur development and growth.
By Steve Mkawale 8 months ago
MPs in fresh push to lift expansive Mau forest complex land ban
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Samuel Arama: Lawmaker defies law suits and political waves to stay afloat
MP has weathered storms, including a conviction which was later overturned, and a turbulent clash with opponents. Raised eyebrows, often changing allegiances.
By Steve Mkawale 8 months ago
Samuel Arama: Lawmaker defies law suits and political waves to stay afloat
Governor gives new recruitment rules after health workers saga in Nakuru
Governor has refuted claims the county fired 583 staff from the referral hospital, insisting that all the staff were on three-month contracts which had ended.
By Steve Mkawale 8 months ago
Governor gives new recruitment rules after health workers saga in Nakuru
County budgets in limbo as MCAs suspend sittings to protest withdrawal of allowances
MCAs' association says members will not debate or approve county budgets until SRC reinstates scrapped sitting allowances.
By Steve Mkawale 9 months ago
County budgets in limbo as MCAs suspend sittings to protest withdrawal of allowances
Fertiliser uptake crosses 3 million bags as North Rift region tops list
Some 1.72 million bags of planting fertiliser have been purchased by farmers from the 40 counties. Uasin Gishu took the lead, redeeming 402,366 bags, followed by Trans Nzoia at 240,097.
By Steve Mkawale 9 months ago
Fertiliser uptake crosses 3 million bags as North Rift region tops list
Counties lack transparency in budgeting process, says report
Kajiado, Isiolo, Migori, and Wajir were flagged as counties that denied the public prerequisite documents for the preparation of budgets in 2022.
By Steve Mkawale 9 months ago
Counties lack transparency in budgeting process, says report
Agencies' solar-powered water projects bring smiles to women
More than 700 households in seven villages are served by the project, which has given them access to clean water for drinking and cooking.
By Steve Mkawale 10 months ago
Agencies' solar-powered water projects bring smiles to women
Why Finlay tea pickers want to pursue health issues in UK court
The workers argue that the workplace compensation policy originates from the company headquarters in Scotland. But the company insists the lawsuit should be dealt with locally.
By Steve Mkawale 11 months ago
Why Finlay tea pickers want to pursue health issues in UK court
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Raila Odinga to sue William Ruto over 1982 coup claims
Raila described president Ruto as an anarchist who caused bloodshed, destruction and looting. Said he was discharged in 1983 for lack of evidence.
By Steve Mkawale and Julius Chepkwony 1 year ago
Raila Odinga to sue William Ruto over 1982 coup claims
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James Finlay, tea pickers differ over funding of UK court case
Company seeks disclosure of how litigation by over 1,000 "poor" workers is being funded. Former and current employees want compensation for alleged injuries from unsafe working conditions.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
James Finlay, tea pickers differ over funding of UK court case
Hope wanes as biting hunger, insecurity take a toll on locals
Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit appealed to the national government to intervene, saying the situation was getting out of hand.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Hope wanes as biting hunger, insecurity take a toll on locals
Military, police offensive kicks off in North Rift
The President issued a three-day amnesty to illegal firearm holders to surrender them or face the full force of the law.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Military, police offensive kicks off in North Rift
Kioni, Murathe suspended as 30 Jubilee members quit opposition
Jubilee Party to immediately initiate the process of leaving the opposition coalition. Party members vow to support the ruling Kenya Kwanza administration.
By Steve Mkawale and Kennedy Gachui 1 year ago
Kioni, Murathe suspended as 30 Jubilee members quit opposition
Joy as town gets first sewerage project since independence
Residents of Narok town are in a celebratory mood after the completion of a Sh1.7 billion sewer system. Some 200 households out of over 100,000 households have been connected.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Joy as town gets first sewerage project since independence
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Raila rallies Azimio governors against 'undemocratic' regime
The Azimio la Umoja Leaders deliberated on various issues, including the high cost of living and August 9 poll results.
By Steve Mkawale and Antony Gitonga 1 year ago
Raila rallies Azimio governors against 'undemocratic' regime
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It's holiday for Uhuru after 20 years in murky world of politics
Uhuru Kenyatta has settled into the big farm overlooking the Mara Triangle, which is in the southwestern part of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
By Imende Benjamin and Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
It's holiday for Uhuru after 20 years in murky world of politics
Blow to Finlays as UK court rules in compensation suit
A judge in Scotland has given an extension of 12 months to allow more workers who suffered injuries while employed as tea pickers to join the ongoing case in the UK.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Blow to Finlays as UK court rules in compensation suit
CS nominee Zachariah Njeru wants to fix Lands and deliver decent, cheaper houses
Popularly known as Zack Njeru, the nominee hails from Bondeni slums of Nakuru.
By Kennedy Gachuhi and Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
CS nominee Zachariah Njeru wants to fix Lands and deliver decent, cheaper houses
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A Ruto presidency and Moi's 100 years of Kanu rule edict
Wilson Leitich, a former Nakuru Kanu branch chairman, in a recent interview echoed the late Moi's sentiments, saying with a Ruto presidency, it is now evident that Kanu will rule for 100 years.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
A Ruto presidency and Moi's 100 years of Kanu rule edict
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Not just a husband: Samuel Mburu, the man behind Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika
After his divorce, the court awarded joint custody and Sh597,000 monthly maintenance to his ex-wife, including Sh140,000 for food.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Not just a husband: Samuel Mburu, the man behind Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika
Why Kimemia, Kinyanjui were conspicuously missing from successors' swearings-in
Outgoing Nakuru and Nyandarua governors on Thursday, August 25 skipped the swearing-in of their successors.
By Steve Mkawale and James Munyeki 1 year ago
Why Kimemia, Kinyanjui were conspicuously missing from successors' swearings-in
UK court orders tea giant James Finlay to withdraw Kenya case
Lord Braid acknowledged that the lawyers representing the workers had put forward a "strong prima facie case" that the action taken by James Finlay in Kenya was "vexatious and oppressive."
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
UK court orders tea giant James Finlay to withdraw Kenya case
Morata may help Atltico Madrid complete its attack
Atletico Madrid's biggest addition to its squad this season may end up being a player who already belonged to the club.
By Steve Mkawale, Kennedy Gachuhi and James Munyeki 1 year ago
Morata may help Atltico Madrid complete its attack
Basketball: Kenya face Australia, England in 3x3 quarterfinals today from 7pm
Kenya's men and women 3x3 basketball teams progressed to the quarterfinals of the 2022 Commonwealth Games
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Basketball: Kenya face Australia, England in 3x3 quarterfinals today from 7pm
State releases Sh17b capitation funds to schools
The CS assured Kenyans of the government's commitment to ensure the more than 10,000 classrooms needed for CBC are completed before the August 9 elections.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
State releases Sh17b capitation funds to schools
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ADB approves Sh18b funding to upgrade, maintain key highway
Nairobi-Nakuru-Mau-Summit highway set to be transformed into a four-lane carriageway. Project aligns with Kenya's Vision 2030 and plan to support industrialisation.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
ADB approves Sh18b funding to upgrade, maintain key highway
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Scramble for Rift Valley's 5.4 million votes picks up as Uhuru enters fray
Analysts say voter turnout and voter conversion will be the two elements in the August 9 contest. While Ruto is determined to retain stronghold, Raila hopes to benefit from Uhuru support.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Scramble for Rift Valley's 5.4 million votes picks up as Uhuru enters fray
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Revenue, crime top takeaways from Nakuru governor debate
Incumbent Governor Lee Kinyanjui, who is seeking a second term, had to withstand an onslaught of attacks from his rival candidates while making no major errors.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Revenue, crime top takeaways from Nakuru governor debate
Why Nakuru is most preferred trade hub
Economic survey findings by various institutions show Nakuru is fast rising. The county saw its land prices rise by an average of 12.7 per cent in 2017.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Why Nakuru is most preferred trade hub
Four in race to take over after Lenolkulal term comes to an end
Statistics from the previous elections seem to favour Jubilee and Kanu, key Azimio members. Clan, age set and political affiliation will play key roles in determining the winner.
By Steve Mkawale, Michael Saitoti, Ibrahim Oruko 1 year ago
Four in race to take over after Lenolkulal term comes to an end
Four in race to take over after Lenolkulal term comes to an end
Statistics from the previous elections seem to favour Jubilee and Kanu, key Azimio members. Clan, age set and political affiliation will play key roles in determining the winner.
By Steve Mkawale, Michael Saitoti 1 year ago
Four in race to take over after Lenolkulal term comes to an end
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Trouble in Ruto strongholds as Ngunjiri, Kihika go for each other's throats
In Nakuru County , the political differences Nakuru Senator Susan Kihika and Bahati MP Kimani Ngunjiri, is seen as a major threat to UDA unity.
By Steve Mkawale 1 year ago
Trouble in Ruto strongholds as Ngunjiri, Kihika go for each other's throats
Leaders make dry port campaign agenda to win over the electorate
Kenya Kwanza and Azimio la Umoja One Kenya are using the dry port as bait to win votes in Coast and Central Rift regions.
By Steve Mkawale, Antony Gitonga 1 year ago
Leaders make dry port campaign agenda to win over the electorate