Elijah Maingi

Elijah Maingi is a trained Journalist with an extensive expertise in newspaper reporting, freelance and feature writing, sub-editing among others.

Man Utd Secures 2-0 Win Over Everton

Manchester United responded with a 2-0 win over Everton at Old Trafford, capitalizing on two first-half penalty kicks. Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford converted the penalties, extending Everton’s winless streak in the Premier League to 11 games. The victory keeps United’s Champions League hopes alive, narrowing the gap with fourth-placed …

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Mwingi: 48-Year-Old Woman Murdered, Head Missing

Authorities in Mwingi, Kitui County, are probing the killing of Margaret Kavisa John, a 48-year-old woman whose decapitated body was discovered on Monday, March 4, 2024, along the roadside in Mbagwani village, Kakongo sub-location, Kairungu location of Mwingi Central. According to Eastern Regional Commander Joseph Ole Napeiyan, the incident was …

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Thika: Where Bicycles Outshine Motorcycle-Boda Bodas

In a surprising twist to the transportation landscape, Thika, a bustling town in Kenya, has emerged as a hub where bicycles reign supreme over the more conventional motorcycle-boda bodas. While boda bodas have long been the favored mode of transport across the nation, Thika’s residents have embraced bicycles as a …

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Embu: Blaze Renders Families Homeless

Several families in Shauri Slums, Embu Town, are now grappling with homelessness following a devastating fire that ravaged their dwellings on Monday afternoon. Despite the conflagration erupting at 2 PM, fortunately, there were no reported injuries. However, the inferno swiftly engulfed the homes, leaving behind a trail of destruction of …

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Nakuru County Expands Access to Subsidized Fertilizer to Boost Farming

In a bid to enhance accessibility and affordability of fertilizer for local farmers, the Nakuru County government has inaugurated additional stores strategically located across various wards. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden and logistical challenges faced by farmers in acquiring agricultural inputs. Leonard Bor, the County Executive Committee …

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Unpaid Levy Fees at Rai Cement Soar to Sh11M

An audit has uncovered that Rai Cement company neglected to settle levy fees amounting to Sh3.9 million in the fiscal year concluded in June 2023, contributing to its total outstanding dues over the years reaching Sh10.7 million. Examination of records revealed that the cement levy payments made by the company …

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Avocado Exports: Kenya’s Valuable Economic Asset

Dubbed the “Green Gold” of Kenya, avocados are increasingly recognized as a significant contributor to the country’s economic prosperity. Last year, they constituted a notable 17% of total horticultural exports, positioning Kenya among the top avocado-producing nations globally, competing with established producers like the United States, Mexico, and Colombia. During …

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Bukhungu Stadium Revamp Worth Sh1.4bn Commences Ahead of CHAN in September

Governor Fernandes Barasa of Kakamega has confirmed that the renovations at Bukhungu Stadium are underway and on track to be completed in time for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) matches later this year. During an inspection of the stadium, which is being upgraded in collaboration with the national government to …

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Ruto Attends Investment Conference in Homa Bay County

President William Ruto has arrived in Homa Bay to officiate the county government’s second investment conference. Governor Gladys Wanga warmly welcomed the president as the county aims to attract potential investors during this significant event. Notable attendees include numerous investors and key figures from the banking sector. The three-day conference …

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Missing UON Lecturer Found Deceased in City Mortuary

The body of a lecturer from the University of Nairobi who had been reported missing was located at the City Mortuary. Dr. Samuel Mbutu Mararo, aged 37, served as a lecturer in political science at UON and was a father of two. His disappearance was reported last Thursday, February 22, …

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