Elijah Maingi

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

Optimism Rises as Murang’a Sees First Sorghum Harvest

The commencement of sorghum cultivation in Murang’a, spearheaded by the county government, heralds a new era of hope for farmers residing in the semi-arid regions. For years, these farmers, dependent on mangoes and rain-fed subsistence farming, grappled with poverty exacerbated by low earnings from mango sales, particularly during the January-February …

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Kitui: Man Killed in a Suspected Land Dispute

In Kitui, a 47-year-old resident of Mung’ang’a, Miambani, succumbed to injuries from machete wounds sustained in a suspected dispute over land. The man was undergoing treatment at Kitui Level 4 Hospital, where he was taken by his family. According to the local chief, Muthoka Kilonzo, the victim called for assistance, …

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Kitale: Prison Constable Dies By Suicide

A female prison constable has been reported to have died by suicide at her rented residence in Tumaini Estate, Kitale, according to police statements. The body of Linda Machuma Wafula was found on Sunday following complaints from neighbors about a strange smell emanating from her home. As per the police …

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Co-op Bank Raises ATM Withdrawal Limit to Sh60,000

Co-operative Bank of Kenya has increased its daily ATM withdrawal limit by 50 percent to Sh60,000, as banks respond to the reduced spending power among customers due to the weakening Kenyan shilling. The bank informed its customers about the adjustment, marking the first such revision in nearly a decade. This …

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Reggae Legend Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett Passes Away at 77

Aston Barrett, renowned as the bassist for the iconic reggae ensemble Bob Marley and the Wailers, has passed away at the age of 77. Known affectionately as “Family Man,” Barrett was born in 1946 and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. His family announced his passing, mentioning that Barrett had been engaged …

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Gov’t Plans to Introduce Diaspora Bond to Attract Overseas Kenyan Investors

The government has unveiled intentions to launch a dollar-denominated bond aimed at attracting investment from Kenyans living abroad. In a statement, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi revealed that the Diaspora Bond would be developed in collaboration with the World Bank’s Multilateral Investment …

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Babu Owino Accuses Sakaja of Partying in South Africa Amid Embakasi Tragedy

During an ODM rally in Kamukunji on Sunday, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino criticized Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja for his absence during a gas explosion tragedy in Embakasi that claimed three lives and injured over 200 people. Babu alleged that while the residents of Nairobi suffered, Sakaja was enjoying birthday …

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Mwingi: Police Officer Passes Away While Visiting Fiancé

A policewoman who tragically lost her life while visiting her fiancé in Kitui County has reportedly succumbed to natural causes, the specifics of which are currently under investigation, according to Ezekiel Kiche, the Tseikuru subcounty police commander. Kiche mentioned on Sunday that further details regarding the nature of the policewoman’s …

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Celebrated Kenyan Actor Charles Ouda, Known as ‘Charlie,’ Passes Away at 38

The family of esteemed Kenyan actor Charles Ouda, affectionately referred to as ‘Charlie,’ has announced his demise at the age of 38. His family, in conjunction with his fiancée, former BBC journalist Ciru Muriuki, has released a statement requesting privacy during their time of mourning. Reports indicate that Charlie, cherished …

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Wetangula Urges Ruto to Ignore Critics and Proceed with Housing Plans

Moses Wetangula, the Speaker of the National Assembly, has advised President Ruto to persist with his affordable housing plans despite criticism. Speaking in Kakamega, Wetangula urged Ruto to press on, citing the necessity of tough decisions in the development journey, akin to those made by developed nations. Wetangula dismissed objections …

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