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Gitau Wanyoike

Government pushes for more women in Kenya Prisons Service recruitment drive

The recruitment exercise, which is taking place across all counties, seeks to fill various positions within the Kenya Prisons Service, with an emphasis on diversity and merit.

By Gitau Wanyoike 24 days ago

Government pushes for more women in Kenya Prisons Service recruitment drive

Over 19,000 documents uncollected as CS Ruku vows to streamline Huduma Centres

Over 19,000 documents uncollected as CS Ruku vows to streamline Huduma Centres

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 month ago

Four killed in Saturday crash on Northern Bypass, near Membley Bridge

Four killed in Saturday crash on Northern Bypass, near Membley Bridge

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 month ago

Court clears way for university funding review, public consultations begin

Court clears way for university funding review, public consultations begin

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 month ago

Ministry of Education announces extra 3,000 university placements

Some 3,000 candidates who attained university entry grade in the last five years, but did not get a chance for admission will be considered in this year's placement.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 month ago

Ministry of Education announces extra 3,000 university placements

Hospital uses TikTok talks to transform maternal care

Mary Help the Sick Mission Hospital in Thika is transforming maternal and child healthcare with its state-of-the-art Mother-Child Centre, supported by a digital initiative.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 month ago

Hospital uses TikTok talks to transform maternal care

Sh650m state of the art NTSA center nears completion

The construction of a Sh650 million modern vehicle inspection centre at Makongeni, Thika, has gathered momentum, setting the stage for a major boost to road safety and economic growth in the region.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 month ago

Sh650m state of the art NTSA center nears completion

Police retrieve bodies of two JKUAT students after drowning

Police retrieve bodies of two JKUAT students who drowned in Titanic dam in Mugutha, Juja sub county; bodies taken to General Kago hospital mortuary awaiting post-mortem.

By Gitau Wanyoike 2 months ago

Police retrieve bodies of two JKUAT students after drowning

Vasco real estate director charged with land fraud

Leah Muthoni Mwaura of Vasco Real Estate was accused of aiming to defraud Richard Ndichu Kimani of at least Sh8.8 million by selling him a piece of land which she did not have.

By Gitau Wanyoike 3 months ago

Vasco real estate director charged with land fraud

Two arrested for stealing water in Thika

Two individuals have been arrested in Thika town for allegedly tampering with water meters to steal water.

By Gitau Wanyoike 3 months ago

Two arrested for stealing water in Thika

Scholars urge universities to embrace technology

Philosophers in Kenya have called on universities to adapt to rapidly evolving technologies, emphasising the need for students to harness the same to enhance critical thinking and innovation.

By Gitau Wanyoike 3 months ago

Scholars urge universities to embrace technology

Court defers plea taking for woman accused of stabbing boyfriend 27 times

The High Court in Thika has deferred the plea-taking for Salome Wanjiru, accused of stabbing her boyfriend 27 times.

By Gitau Wanyoike 4 months ago

Court defers plea taking for woman accused of stabbing boyfriend 27 times

MKU ladies' teams shine at East Africa University games

Despite facing fierce competition, the badminton and woodball ladies' teams emerged victorious in their respective categories.

By Gitau Wanyoike 5 months ago

MKU ladies' teams shine at East Africa University games

Kabogo's Cabinet appointment marks political career turnaround

The appointment of William Kabogo to President William Ruto's Cabinet on Thursday marks a significant turning point in the political journey of the former Kiambu governor.

By Gitau Wanyoike 5 months ago

Kabogo's Cabinet appointment marks political career turnaround

Falsely accused of defiling daughter, man released after 17 years in jail

For the last 17 years, Daniel Wanyeki has celebrated his Christmas behind bars at Kamiti Maximum Prison.

By Gitau Wanyoike 5 months ago

Falsely accused of defiling daughter, man released after 17 years in jail

Uproar after intern doctor dies in his house

29-year-old intern doctor in Thika died by suicide on Monday, the second such tragedy in two months.

By Gitau Wanyoike 5 months ago

Uproar after intern doctor dies in his house

Medical intern at Thika Level 5 hospital dies by suicide

A medical intern at Thika Level 5 Hospital has tragically died by suicide in his rented house in Kiganjo Estate, Thika, Kiambu County.

By Gitau Wanyoike 5 months ago

Medical intern at Thika Level 5 hospital dies by suicide

With every breath, student fights to sit and finish KCSE exam

Terry Charity's inspiring determination to complete her exams despite facing life-threatening health challenges. Family appeals for support.

By Gitau Wanyoike 6 months ago

With every breath, student fights to sit and finish KCSE exam

Police shoot dead transformer vandal in Thika

Several accomplices managed to flee, reportedly injured, after the police intercepted the group during a patrol operation.

By Gitau Wanyoike 6 months ago

Police shoot dead transformer vandal in Thika

Kiambu residents divided over Gachagua's impeachment

As embattled Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua moves to court Tuesday to challenge his impeachment, Kiambu county residents have expressed mixed reactions over his predicament

By Gitau Wanyoike and George Njunge 7 months ago

Kiambu residents divided over Gachagua's impeachment

Nominated MCA seeks justice for daughter found murdered

Nominated Kirinyaga MCA Lucy Njeri has called on the DCI boss Mohamed Amin to bring to book suspects involved in the murder of her daughter Seth Njeri.

By Gitau Wanyoike 7 months ago

Nominated MCA seeks justice for daughter found murdered

We are ready to hear Gachagua impeachment case, Mwilu says

Mwilu said in the event the Senate upholds the impeachment and Gachagua seeks court's intervention through an appeal, the matter will be prosecuted diligently.

By Gitau Wanyoike 7 months ago

We are ready to hear Gachagua impeachment case, Mwilu says

Defence CS promises to prioritise KDF welfare

Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has reiterated the ministry's commitment to prioritise the welfare of KDF personnel and their families.

By Gitau Wanyoike 7 months ago

Defence CS promises to prioritise KDF welfare

The man-eaters of Juja

Residents say 23 people have been mauled by the hyenas, 4 seriously injured. KWS says 87 hyenas have been killed and captured in the ongoing second phase of Operation Ondoa Fisi.

By Gitau Wanyoike 7 months ago

The man-eaters of Juja

KWS captures 60 hyenas in restive Juja villages

Some 60 hyenas have been captured in an operation in Juja of Kiambu County where the marauding hounds have mauled at least eight people to death.

By Gitau Wanyoike 8 months ago

KWS captures 60 hyenas in restive Juja villages

Leaders mourn Kiambu MCA who died in Thika Road accident

DP Rigathi Gachagua said he was saddened by the news, recalling that they had a very fruitful meeting with Kabuga before the accident.

By Gitau Wanyoike 8 months ago

Leaders mourn Kiambu MCA who died in Thika Road accident

Kiambu Nominated MCA Ezra Kabuga dies in accident

Kiambu Nominated MCA Ezra Kabuga Kihara died in a road accident on Thika Road in Juja on Sunday.

By David Njaaga, Gitau Wanyoike 8 months ago

Kiambu Nominated MCA Ezra Kabuga dies in accident

Nairobi water rationing to end next week

Residents of Nairobi and the larger metropolitan area can now heave a sigh of relief following the completion of the multi-billion-shilling Northern Collector Tunnel project.

By Gitau Wanyoike 8 months ago

Nairobi water rationing to end next week

Landowners to push for Sh2b pay over Mama Ngina varsity plan

Residents of Mutomo Village in Gatundu South, whose land was set to be acquired for the expansion of Mama Ngina University, have vowed to push for compensation.

By Gitau Wanyoike 9 months ago

Landowners to push for Sh2b pay over Mama Ngina varsity plan

State urged to award scholarships to students in private universities

The government has been urged to consider extending scholarships to students pursuing Medicine in private universities.

By Gitau Wanyoike 9 months ago

State urged to award scholarships to students in private universities

Kiambu County investigating suspected Mpox case

Health CEC Dr Elias Maina said a suspected case of the disease was reported at Thika Level 5 Hospital following a referral of a patient from a private hospital in Murang'a County.

By Gitau Wanyoike 9 months ago

Kiambu County investigating suspected Mpox case

Juja Level 4 hospital nears completion

The 200-bed capacity currently 80 per cent complete, will serve approximately 500,000 people in the Juja sub-county.

By Gitau Wanyoike 9 months ago

Juja Level 4 hospital nears completion

Juja food vendor mauled to death by hyenas

Nancy Njoki, a food vendor was on her way to work at around 6am on Wednesday when she was attacked by the marauding hyenas.

By Gitau Wanyoike 9 months ago

Juja food vendor mauled to death by hyenas

JKUAT Denzel Omondi student drowned, autopsy shows

JKUAT student Denzel Omondi, who went missing during the anti-finance Bill protests in Nairobi, died by drowning, according to a postmortem report released today.

By Gitau Wanyoike 10 months ago

JKUAT Denzel Omondi student drowned, autopsy shows

Wamatangi aims to make Thika first city in Mount Kenya region

The town, once regarded as Birmingham City of Africa is set to reclaim its lost glory after Wamatangi appointed an ad-hoc and County technical committees to achieve the goal

By Gitau Wanyoike 10 months ago

Wamatangi aims to make Thika first city in Mount Kenya region

4 killed in a grisly road accident on Thika Road

Four killed on Sunday at the Ndarugo area in Juja along the Thika superhighway.

By Gitau Wanyoike 10 months ago

4 killed in a grisly road accident on Thika Road

Disillusioned teachers flee to the US in search of greener pastures

Inadequate pay, demotivation, dejection, and unbearable working conditions are some of the reasons many teachers in the country are seeking better opportunities abroad.

By Gitau Wanyoike 10 months ago

Disillusioned teachers flee to the US in search of greener pastures

Abducted student leader found in Murang'a

Kenya School of Law student leader, Joshua Okayo who was abducted last Wednesday, has been found near Margua River in Murang'a County.

By Gitau Wanyoike 10 months ago

Abducted student leader found in Murang'a

Women get second chance to live life fully after victory over fistula

The condition can cause complications, such as urinary and faecal leakage, and abnormal vaginal discharge.

By Gitau Wanyoike 11 months ago

Women get second chance to live life fully after victory over fistula

MPs to give up their guns after deadly market fracas

One person died and several were injured in an incident where MPs used their guns. Five MPs were caught up in fracas where rowdy youths threw stones at each other.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 year ago

$MPs to give up their guns after deadly market fracas$

Residents use boats after Donyo Sabuk bridge collapsed

For the last one month, movement between the two counties has been paralysed after the bridge collapsed due to flash floods.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 year ago

Residents use boats after Donyo Sabuk bridge collapsed

Police probe fatal shooting incident over market space dispute

David Nduati was fatally shot during a violent confrontation between rival groups in Thika's Kimuchu area.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 year ago

Police probe fatal shooting incident over market space dispute

Clash over Kiganjo market project in Thika leaves several injured

Several people have been injured after two factions clashed over a market project in Thika.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 year ago

Clash over Kiganjo market project in Thika leaves several injured

Police given 14 days to hold suspect in murder of Faith Musembi

Kioko is accused of allegedly murdering Faith Musembi, a 19-year-old first-year student at Mount Kenya University in Pilot Estate, on May 8.

By Gitau Wanyoike 1 year ago

Police given 14 days to hold suspect in murder of Faith Musembi

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