Elijah Maingi

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

Chaos at Sifuna Rally Leaves Garage Worker Dead

A garage attendant who was among two people killed during an Edwin Sifuna-led rally in Kitengela on Sunday has been identified as 28-year-old Vincent Ayomo. In a statement issued Monday, Sifuna said Ayomo was shot dead after police moved in to disperse the gathering. The senator, who organized the rally, …

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Kitui Senator Declares War on Sand Harvesting Cartels

Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has pledged to rally residents for mass action against what he termed uncontrolled and destructive sand harvesting, warning that the activity is depleting water sources and fuelling desertification across the county. Wambua said cartels involved in the trade would soon face resistance from the public, vowing …

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40,000 Kenyan Farmers Set for Sh600m EU Cash Boost

Around 40,000 small-scale farmers across six counties are set to benefit from a Sh600 million programme funded by the European Union, aimed at restoring soil fertility and boosting agricultural productivity. The €4.3 million initiative is being implemented by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in collaboration with the national …

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Why Kenya should look to South Korea, not Singapore – Nyoro

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has restated his reservations about President William Ruto’s push to model Kenya’s economic transformation on Singapore. Appearing on JKLive on Wednesday, Nyoro said the two countries differ greatly in population size, land mass and economic structure, making direct comparisons unrealistic. He argued that meaningful economic benchmarking …

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President Ruto rolls out NYOTA programme in Ukambani

President William Ruto on Thursday arrived at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos to officially roll out the NYOTA Project Business Start-Up Capital programme. The President, accompanied by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, is presiding over the disbursement of Sh147.5 million to young entrepreneurs from Machakos, Kitui and Makueni counties. Click here to …

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Mwea Rice Farmers Reap big from Irrigation Scheme Expansion

Rice growers in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, are enjoying higher harvests and better earnings following the expansion of the Mwea Irrigation Scheme, with beneficiaries urging the government to scale up investment in the project. Farmers in the Karaba section say improved and reliable water supply has led to increased rice yields. …

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Kenyan David Munyua Makes History With Stunning Win at World Darts Championship

Kenyan darts player David Munyua has etched his name into history after pulling off a sensational victory at the World Darts Championship, becoming the first Kenyan to win a match at the tournament staged at Alexandra Palace in London. The 30-year-old debutant, who works full-time as a veterinarian in Murang’a, …

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Betty Kyallo Reveals She Is Expecting a Baby With Boyfriend Charlie

Media personality Betty Kyallo has shared joyful news that she is pregnant and expecting a child with her partner, Charlie. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The announcement was made on December 19 through a social media post, where Betty marked the moment with a short but heartfelt message …

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Court Lifts Ban, Marie Stopes Free to Offer Abortion Services

The High Court has overturned orders that had stopped Marie Stopes Kenya from providing abortion-related services, post-abortion care and public education, ruling that the restrictions were imposed without proper legal backing. Justice Chacha Mwita nullified directives issued by the Kenya Films and Classification Board (KFCB), the Kenya Medical Practitioners and …

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Advocate Urges Parliament to Pause 15% Safaricom Stake Sale for Fresh Review

A new petition is calling on Parliament to halt the government’s planned sale of a 15% stake in Safaricom, raising concerns about transparency, valuation, and potential long-term financial risks. Lawyer Francis Wanjiku has submitted a memorandum to the National Assembly’s Finance and Privatization committees, warning that the State could be …

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