The Supreme Court is expected to issue its judgment on Friday in the case involving the killing of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif. Sharif was fatally shot on October 23, 2022, in Kajiado County by officers believed to have been attached to Kenya’s elite General Service Unit (GSU). Click here to …
Read More »Kang’ata Explains Why He Joined Linda Mwananchi
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has defended his decision to associate with the Linda Mwananchi movement, saying Kenya must shift away from ethnic and regional politics and instead focus on issues that affect all citizens. Kang’ata dismissed claims that his public appearance alongside opposition-aligned leaders amounted to a betrayal of the …
Read More »Linda Mwananchi Gains Momentum After Kang’ata Appearance
The Linda Mwananchi movement gained renewed political momentum on Sunday after Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata joined its leaders during a public gathering at Kivulini Grounds in Thika. The rally attracted hundreds of residents and brought together several opposition leaders who reaffirmed their commitment to championing the interests of ordinary Kenyans. …
Read More »Githunguri Farmers Turn to Avocado for Export Market Opportunities
Farmers in Githunguri constituency are shifting focus to commercial avocado production in a bid to tap into Kenya’s lucrative export market. Despite many households already growing avocado trees, most have only been selling the fruit locally for little profit. Area MP Gathoni Wamuchomba recently led a group of young farmers …
Read More »Murang’a Pioneers Agroecology in Africa
Murang’a County has positioned itself as Africa’s pioneer in sustainable agriculture after becoming the first on the continent to pass an agroecology policy and law. Adopted in 2023, the legal framework has drawn global attention, with international organisations now seeking to collaborate with the county on farmer training, market integration, …
Read More »Governor Kang’ata Urges for County Control Over Road Maintenance Levy
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has called for county governments to be granted control over the Road Maintenance Levy, arguing that local administrations are best positioned to address the infrastructural needs within their jurisdictions. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during the commissioning of newly paved cabro roads at …
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