Photo/Rescue workers were dispatched shortly after the crash. Photograph: Santa Catarina Military Fire Department Witnesses say some of those onboard hurled themselves out to escape flames as reports say fire started from torch in balloon’s basket. The Guardian At least eight people have died after a hot-air balloon carrying more than 20 people caught fire and…
By Suleiman Mbatiah, and Sean Ngirici, Laikipia editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Youth and women play a critical role in climate action and economic development, offering fresh ideas, local solutions, and the energy needed to build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities. County Secretary, Koinange Wahome echoed these sentiments during the signing of a partnership agreement between the County Government…
By Sean Ngirici editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata emphasised on the support to the farmers in efforts to achieve food security. Kang’ata spoke in Thika to investors during the commissioning of the New Paleah Millers factory. The factory will produce wheat flour, maize flour, and animal feeds. He emphasized manufacturing as key to job creation…
