The Mountain Journal Former Samburu Governor Moses Lenolkulal will serve eight years in prison after he was found guilty of corruption-related charges. He is the first governor since the introduction of devolution to have been convicted on corruption related charges. The former county chief was given the option to pay a fine of Sh85.4 after…
The Mountain Journal Deputy Governors have told the Senate that their positions have been rendered irrelevant as they have remained idle. They blamed their state as the law was silent on the duties they were supposed to execute. Led by their chairman Reuben Kamuri told the senate that they need to be accorded some assignment…
The Mountain Journal The wheel of justice has finally caught up with former Samburu Governor Moses Lenolkulal who has been found guilty of corruptly receiving Sh83.3 million. The former county chief received the amount after he supplied petroleum products to the county government he was running. Anti-Corruption Court in Nairobi Magistrate Thomas Nzyoki said there…
A church-sponsored destitute therapy training centre in Kandara, Murang’a has been appreciated by the community for the assistance and support to the children suffering from autism and other developmental conditions. Don Orione Community Training Centre established 14 years ago at Kaburugi Catholic Church is managed by Father Gedion Obwori and has been a pillar to…
The Mountain Journal Amica Sacco founded four decades ago has entered into a partnership with Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) and secured a Sh300 million loan earmarked to promote Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The government parastatal earmarked Amica Sacco as a crucial partner after it managed to assist hundreds of small and medium businessmen…
Muranga County Government has purchased a dual-purpose vehicle. It can be used for street lights repair services and fire extinguishing works. Governor Irungu Kang’ata says the equipment will support the street lighting which has been a nightmare. ” We are working towards fulfilling the promises made to the residents of Murang’a County,” says Kang’ata.
Chandaria Foundation has established a bakery within Kerugoya Prison, providing inmates with the opportunity to train and earn an income while incarcerated enabling them to educate their children while still in prison. Kirinyaga Deputy Governor David Githanda said the concept will support the rehabilitation of the inmates and equip them with a skills
Murang’a University Students Association (MUSA) held a consultative meeting with Kigumo MP Joseph Munyoro where persistent issues affecting the community were deliberated. The consultative meeting focused on youth and comrades’ affairs to ensure the youth are productive. The meeting where the student leaders Monicah Kimari the treasurer and Allan Ngugi the association spokesperson focused on…
Two days after Uasin Gishu Deputy Governor John Barorot resigned, the process to replace him has been initiated.. Governor Jonathan Bii nominates Evans Kipruto Kapkea as deputy governor following the resignation of Barorot. Kapkea is Tembelio ward MCA and if approved by the county assembly will assume the office. Barorot announced on Monday during a…
The High Court has issued conservatory orders halting Kawira Mwangaza’s impeachment as Meru Governor hours after the senate uphold the decision of the county assembly. High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye barred the Senate Speaker from declaring her position as vacant and barred her deputy, Isaac Mutuma, from being gazetted as governor until the order was…
