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Phares Mutembei

Linda Kiome nominated for Meru Deputy Governor

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma picks lawyer Linda Kiome as his deputy; she’s IEBC selection panel vice chair and was Mithika Linturi’s running mate in 2022 governorship polls.

Linda Kiome nominated for Meru Deputy Governor

Impeached Kawira Mwangaza vows to champion political freedom in Meru

Impeached Kawira Mwangaza vows to champion political freedom in Meru

I have no grudges but some of you have to go, Mutuma tells staff

I have no grudges but some of you have to go, Mutuma tells staff

New Meru Governor Mutuma reverses Kawira policies

New Meru Governor Mutuma reverses Kawira policies

M'Ethingia: The light at end of Meru tunnel?

After he fell out, M’Ethingia’s office was relocated, his staff fired and his vehicle confiscated. He will be sworn in today to replace Mwangaza, whose ouster has been upheld by the High Court.

M'Ethingia: The light at end of Meru tunnel?

Mwangaza quits UDA after impeachment, plans new party

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has left President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) after her impeachment, blaming the party for her removal.

Mwangaza quits UDA after impeachment, plans new party

Mwangaza's impeachment sparks mixed reactions in Meru

MCAs who have made several attempts to oust Mwangaza over the past two years, welcomed Justice Bahati Mwamuye’s ruling with jubilation.

Mwangaza's impeachment sparks mixed reactions in Meru

Mwangaza to challenge court decision on her impeachment

Impeached Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has said that she is planning to appeal a court decision that affirmed her impeachment.

Mwangaza to challenge court decision on her impeachment

No reprieve for Mwangaza as MCAs plot to impeach eight CECs

Governor Kawira Mwangaza’s tiff with the County Assembly has taken a new twist as MCAs plan to impeach eight members of her cabinet.

No reprieve for Mwangaza as MCAs plot to impeach eight CECs

Murkomen dismisses attempts to remove CJ Koome from office

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed attempts to eject Chief Justice Martha Koome from office.

Murkomen dismisses attempts to remove CJ Koome from office

Meru MCAs plan to impeach eight members of Governor Mwangaza Cabinet

Notices of impeachment were tabled by various MCAs, citing grounds such as abuse of office, incompetence, and gross misconduct.

Meru MCAs plan to impeach eight members of Governor Mwangaza Cabinet

Show of might: Kindiki, Gachagua over who can pull crowds in 'murima'

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has fired back at his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of disrespect and incitement.

Show of might: Kindiki, Gachagua over who can pull crowds in 'murima'

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed by drug addicts

Rehabilitation centres in Meru County are overwhelmed by the number of drug and alcoholic drink addicts, stakeholders have warned.

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed by drug addicts

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed as county struggles with drug abuse

Rehabilitation centres in Meru County are overwhelmed by the number of drug and alcohol addicts and already five private facilities are full.

Rehabilitation centres overwhelmed as county struggles with drug abuse

Give Mwangaza time to deliver, Njuri Ncheke tell leaders

Just like in 2017 when the Njuri Ncheke's top leadership endorsed her for Woman Representative, the elders have come out in defence of Kawira Mwangaza against onslaught by leaders.

Give Mwangaza time to deliver, Njuri Ncheke tell leaders

17 Mountain Bongo land in Kenya from America

Seventeen Mountain Bongo landed at the JKIA in Nairobi on Sunday night from Florida in the US, before translocation to a special sanctuary in Buuri Sub County, Meru County.

17 Mountain Bongo land in Kenya from America

Court orders dissolution of Meru public service board

The High Court in Meru has ordered the dissolution of the County Public Service Board for non-compliance with the two thirds gender rule.

Court orders dissolution of Meru public service board

Meru leaders and farmers celebrate improved miraa prices

Celebration rocked Meru County after Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe announced new improved prices for the stimulant crop.

Meru leaders and farmers celebrate improved miraa prices

Stakeholders call for reforms to curb custodial suicide

Stakeholders in the judicial system have raised the alarm over rising suicide cases among suspects in police custody.

Stakeholders call for reforms to curb custodial suicide

Governor Mwangaza's impeachment illegal, court rules

For two years, Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has been struggling to breathe politically as MCAs made spirited efforts to impeach her.

Governor Mwangaza's impeachment illegal, court rules

'Principal Mugwe': Former CS Jacob Kaimenyi named spiritual leader

Kaimenyi who is the current Chairman of the Ameru Community Cultural Stakeholders Association will promote cultural heritage and unity of the Meru people.

'Principal Mugwe': Former CS Jacob Kaimenyi named spiritual leader

Kiamuriuki Forest: Hidden hub of Mount Kenya's illegal bhang trade

The Kiamuriuki Forest block in Chuka, Tharaka Nithi County, is not only a vital source of livelihood for hundreds of thousands of people but also a source of pain for others.

By 2 months ago

Kiamuriuki Forest: Hidden hub of Mount Kenya's illegal bhang trade

Meru politicians plead with Ruto to spare Water CS Mugaa

A section of politicians from Meru County have pleaded with President William Ruto not to sack Water Cabinet Secretary Eric Muugaa.

By 2 months ago

Meru politicians plead with Ruto to spare Water CS Mugaa

Forest restoration efforts bear fruit in Meru

The tree cover in forests and riparian areas in Meru has increased due to partnerships with local communities.

By 2 months ago

Forest restoration efforts bear fruit in Meru

Farmers defy court, elect new tea factory directors

Leadership wrangles that split farmers and their representatives at Miciimikuru Tea Factory in Tigania, Meru County, have escalated.

By 2 months ago

Farmers defy court, elect new tea factory directors

Mwangaza, county board clash over staff recruitment

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has opposed planned recruitment of hundreds of workers by the County Public Service Board.

By 2 months ago

Mwangaza, county board clash over staff recruitment

President has left out the Meru people, Kiraitu claims

Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi is crying foul over President William Ruto’s recent government appointments.

By 3 months ago

President has left out the Meru people, Kiraitu claims

How FGM fuels child marriages and teenage pregnancies in Meru

According to both state and non-state actors involved in combating FGM and early marriages, this harmful rite of passage is supported by some parents and even medical officers.

By 3 months ago

How FGM fuels child marriages and teenage pregnancies in Meru

Livestock inoculation; Vets ready for January exercise

The Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (Kevevapi) is ready to kick off vaccination of livestock from January, a senior official has said.

By 3 months ago

Livestock inoculation; Vets ready for January exercise

Advocates boycott court over magistrate shortage

Lawyers under Maua Advocates Association in Meru County threaten to boycott work from January 15, decry shortage of magistrates, accuse Judiciary of negligence.

By 3 months ago

Advocates boycott court over magistrate shortage

Lawyers boycott court, demand more magistrates

The lawyers accused the Judiciary of failing to post new magistrates after the transfer of two magistrates early this year.

By 3 months ago

Lawyers boycott court, demand more magistrates

I have not seen my deputy for over a year, Mwangaza says

The two fell out during impeachment proceedings after Mwangaza alleged that her deputy Isaac Mutuma was out to sabotage her.

By 3 months ago

I have not seen my deputy for over a year, Mwangaza says

Policyholders of collapsed insurance companies to be compensated

The Policyholders Compensation Fund (PCF) will soon start to compensate policyholders of failed insurance companies.

By 3 months ago

Policyholders of collapsed insurance companies to be compensated

Kindiki defends SHA, urges leaders and clergy to preach unity

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured Kenyans that the Government is committed to ensure better health services under the Social Health Authority (SHA)

By 3 months ago

Kindiki defends SHA, urges leaders and clergy to preach unity

Lawyer denied chief's job for being overqualified gets a second chance

A man who was denied a chance to become a chief for allegedly being overqualified has gotten relief after the High Court quashed the appointment of his competitor.

By 4 months ago

Lawyer denied chief's job for being overqualified gets a second chance

Kindiki's uphill battle of uniting Mt Kenya

In the Mount Kenya region, ordinary citizens and politicians alike hope Kindiki will prevent further divisions following Gachagua’s ouster.

By 4 months ago

Kindiki's uphill battle of uniting Mt Kenya

181 over-age candidates sit for KCSE in Meru county

In Meru county 181 over-age candidates are sitting for KCSE even as schools managements and education officials restrict movement in exam centres.

By 4 months ago

181 over-age candidates sit for KCSE in Meru county

How Njuri Ncheke elders endorsed Kindiki's leadership

As new Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was taking oath of office Friday, the Njuri Ncheke Supreme Council of Ameru elders converged at their Gitoro shrine, for thanksgiving prayers.

By 4 months ago

How Njuri Ncheke elders endorsed Kindiki's leadership

Man jailed for 30 years for murder of human rights activist

A man convicted for murdering celebrated human rights defender Elizabeth Ekaru has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.

By 4 months ago

Man jailed for 30 years for murder of human rights activist

Meru ECDE teachers want county to implement scheme of service

More than 1,000 Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) teachers in Meru want the county government to implement a scheme of service that was developed nearly a decade ago.

By 5 months ago

Meru ECDE teachers want county to implement scheme of service

Alarm as cancer cases rise in Igembe and Buuri

Data from the Meru Hospice has revealed that Buuri and Igembe in Meru county have high cancers cases.

By 5 months ago

Alarm as cancer cases rise in Igembe and Buuri

Meru, Tharaka Nithi celebrates elevation of Kindiki to Deputy President

Residents of Meru and Tharaka Nithi counties are optimistic Interior CS Kithure Kindiki will take over from Rigathi Gachagua even as they await court determination.

By 5 months ago

Meru, Tharaka Nithi celebrates elevation of Kindiki to Deputy President

Former Tharaka Nithi woman rep is dead

Former Tharaka Nithi County Woman Representative Beatrice Nkatha was hailed as a leader who shunned controversy and brought development to her county.

By 5 months ago

Former Tharaka Nithi woman rep is dead

MCAs reject Mwangaza's nominee for county attorney

Meru Members of County Assembly have rejected Governor Kawira Mwangaza's nominee for county attorney

By 5 months ago

MCAs reject Mwangaza's nominee for county attorney

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