Murang’a heads to court over interruption of health services
Murang’a Government heads to court over interruption of health services The Murang’a County Government heads to court seeking orders that would facilitate the restoration of the Afya KE system, three days after health services were disrupted after the disconnection of a digital platform. James Thuku, the Attorney at the County Government, seeks for court order…
Kindiki frames 2027 race as contest between workers and noisemakers
The Mountain Journal Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has framed the 2027 General Election as a contest between development and political rhetoric, urging voters in Kirinyaga County to judge leaders by their record and reject electoral violence. Speaking during public engagements in Ndia and Gichugu on Friday, Prof Kindiki said the election would pit competing ideas…
The quiet hero of Laiser Hill: The story of Elder Oriku Nehemiah Moriasi
By Aaron Muthomi As Kenya prepares to celebrate the 2026 National Mashujaa Day on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at the newly upgraded Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret City, the nation will come together under the theme “Security, Sports and the Finance Sector (The Economy).” The event, co-hosted by Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, and Nandi counties,…
Government plans for a land registry in Muranga South
The Mountain Journal A second lands registry will be constructed in Murang’a at a cost of Sh300 million, with the focus on reducing heavy workload bestowed at the existing county register in Murang’a town. Lands and Housing Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome said the establishment of the second land registry follows the passionate appeal by the…
We have exceeded development expectations; ready to face the people-DP Kindiki
The Mountain Journal Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said the Kenya Kwanza Administration is ready to present to the people its development record over the last four years, stating it has exceeded expectations in every sector of the economy.The DP expressed confidence that Kenyans will reelect the government in the coming elections owing to the…
DP Kindiki: We will develop all parts of Kenya indiscriminately, transforming citizens’ lives equitably
Kenya Kwanza government will complete development projects across all 290 constituencies, including those represented by opposition MPs. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said that political differences will not determine how national resources are distributed. Prof Kindiki said the government was implementing projects and programmes across the country to benefit all Kenyans, regardless of their political…
Adopt AI and other modern technologies for better correctional services, DP Kindiki urges
The Mountain Journal Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for hastened adoption of advanced technologies in the administration of correctional services. The DP said Artificial Intelligence and other modern technological capabilities provide the best platforms to enhance service delivery as well as improve efficiency. “Artificial intelligence, data analytics, secure digital communication and other emerging technologies offer significant…
Rivalry among the tea factories emerges over the bonus payment disparities as KTDA releases payments to growers
The Mountain Journal Factories in the Mt Kenya region registered a significant drop in the tea bonus payout, as those in the western region got minimal relief. The drop in the East is attributed to the impact of the tea levy, among other costs of production experienced during the year 2025/2026, and farmers seek clarification….
Relief for rice farmers as Waiguru commits to rehabilitate on-farm roads in the Vast Mwea irrigation scheme.
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has committed to rehabilitate roads in the vast Mweairrigation scheme which have been in deplorable condition for a long time.Speaking during a meeting with rice farmers and local leaders, Waiguru said though maintenanceof the on-farm roads lies with the National Irrigation Authority (NIA) which manages the ricescheme, the delay in rehabilitation…
Relief to coffee farmers with the proposal for a speciality coffee auction
The Mountain JournalKenya coffee sector is set for a speciality coffee auction facility in six monthsPresident William Ruto, in a town hall meeting during the Agriculture and Food Systems Transformation Summit, attended by thousands of farmers drawn from various sectors within the agriculture docket, said Sh 100 million will be allocated for the establishment of…
