Governor Gideon Mung’aro Stories

Catherine Kenga gazetted as Kilifi County Assembly speaker
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 02, 2025

Kenga’s elevation to Speaker follows the removal of her predecessor, Teddy Mwambire, who was ousted through a vote of no confidence on June 30, 2025,...

Nairobi County Assembly Speaker throws out Governor Sakaja ouster petitions over legal gaps
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 31, 2025

The petitioners had accused Governor Sakaja of gross violation of the Constitution and national laws, abuse of office and violation of the rights of N...

Senators expose Trans Nzoia officials for awarding themselves Sh30 million unsecured loans
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 31, 2025

Governor George Natembeya admitted that there were issues with staff performance and discipline, noting that some officers failed to attend capacity-b...

Section of Isiolo MCAs dismisses fraud claims in 2025/26 budget approval
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 30, 2025

The MCAs warned that the claims were politically instigated and meant to derail development and destabilise governance in Isiolo

CS Hassan Joho orders immediate closure of Simba Cement's mining operations in Kaloleni
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 29, 2025

Governor Gideon Mung’aro condemned the company’s operations, accusing Simba Cement of failing to contribute meaningfully to the county’s development a...

Turkana and Toposa communities celebrate one year of cross-border peace after Arusha accord
Issa Hussein  |  Jul 28, 2025

The event in Nadapal, Turkana, marked one year since the Arusha Peace Accord was signed in November 2024 by leaders of the Turkana, Karamojong, Toposa...

CBK rolls out reforms to stop counties from diverting billions in funds meant for suppliers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 28, 2025

CBK Governor Dr Kamau Thugge said the reforms will curb this form of abuse by tying approved requisitions to actual payments, thereby blocking discret...

Tana River swears in new county boards to accelerate development agenda
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 28, 2025

The governor disclosed that the county is in the final stages of clearing permits for a group of Canadian investors who plan to set up an ambitious ‘O...

KISIP II: Thousands in Nairobi to benefit from major upgrade of informal settlements
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 26, 2025

The project is part of a wider national plan that targets 81 settlements in 23 counties, with the aim of transforming poor urban neighbourhoods by upg...

CBK set to monitor county transactions in real time to curb corruption
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 26, 2025

The GDI platform will enhance oversight of public funds by giving CBK the ability to proactively monitor county account balances and transactions on s...

Governors slam treasury over free education funding cuts
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 25, 2025

The backlash follows Mbadi’s appearance before the National Assembly’s Education Committee, where he revealed that capitation for secondary school stu...

City Hall to arrest hawkers, customers for selling and buying goods in undesignated areas
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 25, 2025

Mosiria added that although the county supports livelihoods, there must also be respect for public spaces and the law.

CBK admits it lacks authority to shut illegal county bank accounts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 25, 2025

This loophole has led to a sharp increase in county accounts at commercial banks. A recent report by Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakango revealed t...

Nairobi MCAs urge Sakaja, Ruto to prioritise slum development amid funding delays
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 24, 2025

To promote equitable access to services like schools and hospitals, Jera said leaders from Nairobi's informal settlements have formed a committee to l...

Nine counties to collaborate on River Tana protection and water security plan
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 24, 2025

The joint framework—championed by Tana River Governor Dhadho Godhana—will bring together counties including Meru, Garissa, Tharaka Nithi, Machakos, Mu...

EACC, ODPP barred from arresting, prosecuting Kiambu Governor Wamatangi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 24, 2025

Justice Chacha Mwita directed the two agencies to refrain from taking any action against the governor until the determination of a petition filed unde...

Why I will vie for Nairobi Governor race with or without Raila's blessings - Babu Owino
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 24, 2025

The MP’s declaration comes amid confusion over ODM’s stance in Nairobi politics, particularly after February’s prayer meeting at Bomas where party lea...

Boost for communities as Kwale unveils marine hatchery, seaweed centre
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 24, 2025

The marine hatchery is expected to boost aquaculture by supplying fingerlings and other aquatic species, while the Kibuyuni facility will enable local...

Garissa unveils irrigation policy to boost food security, climate resilience and economic growth
Issa Hussein  |  Jul 24, 2025

Developed with technical and financial support from the World Food Programme, the policy focuses on expanding the acreage under irrigation, improving...

Babu Owino declares 2032 presidential bid, says he’s 'overqualified' to lead Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 23, 2025

The outspoken legislator stated that after 2027, he will not seek any position lower than the presidency, signalling a shift in his political ambition...

Court declines to stop DCI, EACC from investigating Governor Wamatangi over alleged corruption
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 23, 2025

It is alleged that the EACC is investigating the procurement of ERP system tenders allegedly awarded to companies associated with him by three road ag...

Governor Sakaja blames legacy system for Nairobi’s Sh8.6 billion water loss
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 22, 2025

He explained that his administration had set aside Sh9.2 billion in the 2024/2025 budget to fix leaking pipes, improve meter accuracy, and carry out p...

Governor Mung’aro reshuffles Cabinet as Kenga becomes county assembly speaker
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 22, 2025

The move comes after the former Roads CECM, Catherine Kenga, was elected as the new Speaker of the Kilifi County Assembly during a special session hel...

Governors reject audit of bursary funds in six counties
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 22, 2025

He argued that the process does not align with the constitutional timelines provided under Article 229 and the requirements of the Public Audit Act. A...

Governors, MCAs feud derails devolution, stall key projects
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 22, 2025

Bungoma, Machakos, Isiolo, Nyamira and Meru are among counties that have been most affected, while others like Kakamega, Kericho, Kilifi, Wajir and Na...

Isiolo leaders ask Ruto to discipline officials fueling political unrest in the county
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 22, 2025

The leaders demanded that Ruto crack down on the individuals responsible for the growing tensions, warning that continued silence from the top leaders...

Mombasa County moves to elevate Coast General to Level 6 status amid major upgrades
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 20, 2025

The move follows the groundbreaking ceremony for a modern funeral home within the hospital grounds, a key development expected to expand mortuary capa...

Governor Guyo warns leaders against politicising Isiolo tragedies, calls for unity and peace
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 17, 2025

The Governor acknowledged the county had seen a spike in isolated killings in recent weeks, which he said had created fear and uncertainty among resid...

Isiolo MCAs return to tense assembly as failed governor’s impeachment triggers leadership changes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 16, 2025

The failed impeachment attempt has triggered a wave of political realignments and disciplinary actions within the Isiolo assembly.

Court stops removal of Isiolo Speaker Abdullahi Banticha as county leadership wrangles worsen
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 15, 2025

Justice Hellen Wasilwa issued conservatory orders barring any attempt to degazette or remove Banticha from office, pending the determination of a peti...

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