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Juja MP George Koimburi arrested outside church in Kiambu
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 25, 2025

Additional reports add that the MP's wife sustained minor injuries during the commotion as she attempted to stop her husband's abduction.

Tatu City owners accuse Kiambu governors of land grabs in exchange for permits — AFP report
Mwangi Maina  |  May 06, 2025

Still, Mendenhall notes that "Kenyan corruption has made it by far the hardest," a frustration echoed across the private sector.

Voter moves to court seeking to stop police from arresting Kiambu Governor Wamatangi
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 05, 2025

The petition that was filed under urgency by a Limuru voter, Stephen Mwangi, wants the court's intervention for the police to stop the harassment, cit...

Waititu smells freedom as court allows him to file fresh bail application pending appeal
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 23, 2025

In his second application for bail and bond, Waititu has asked the Anti-Corruption High Court to consider that he had been given an option of paying a...

Governor Wamatangi says EACC raid was politically motivated, claims senior officer vowed to ‘make him dirty’
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 15, 2025

Wamatangi claimed that he had received a disturbing phone call from a senior officer who allegedly threatened to tarnish his reputation.

EACC probes Kiambu Governor Wamatangi over Sh230m tender scandal and abuse of office
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 15, 2025

EACC has said that once investigations are complete, the findings may lead to the prosecution of those found culpable, the recovery of unexplained ass...

Police IG Kanja says search for officer Benedict Kabiru missing in Haiti still ongoing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

Speaking during Eid celebration in Eastleigh on Sunday, IG Kanja confirmed that an active search operation is still underway in Haiti.

ODPP opposes Waititu's application to be released on bond pending appeal
Joseph Ndunda  |  Feb 24, 2025

The prosecutor reminded the court that it is dealing with a convict and sufficient reasons must exist before he can be released on bond pending appea...

Court rules Waititu to serve 12 years in jail or pay Sh53.5m fine after conviction in Sh588m fraud case
Joseph Ndunda  |  Feb 13, 2025

At the same time, the court ruled that all the convicts are barred from holding public office for 10 years.

Waititu, wife found guilty of looting Sh588 million from Kiambu County government
Joseph Ndunda  |  Feb 12, 2025

Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzioki of the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court acquitted the accused of charges of money laundering.

Anti-corruption court to deliver judgment in former governor Waititu’s Sh588 million graft case
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 12, 2025

Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzyoki has summoned Waititu to appear in court physically on Wednesday at 9:30 am after he failed to show up on Tuesday.

High Court stops planned expansion of Kiambu Road on Karura Forest land
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 21, 2024

The court's decision follows a petition filed by the Greenbelt Movement, which opposes the government's plans to encroach on Karura Forest.

Green Belt Movement sues to halt annexation of Karura Forest for road expansion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 11, 2024

The environmental organisation has urged Kenyans to take action and protect Karura, describing it as a vital part of the nation’s heritage.

Crime journalists condemn harassment by 'overzealous' police officers
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 05, 2024

The association acknowledged the apology later issued by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja over the incident but took issue with assertions by...

State partially restores Gachagua’s security detail following outcry
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 27, 2024

Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang'wa urged the government to further reinstate Gachagua's full team.

Suspected mpox case in Kiambu under investigation- health official
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 17, 2024

A photo of a patient with lesions emerged on social media sparking speculations of the mpox cases in the country. This is after the ministry ruled out...

Death toll from Ethiopia landslides rises to 157
Amina Wako  |  Jul 23, 2024

A second landslide engulfed others who had gathered to help those affected by the first landslide.

Osman Korar: Kiambu's first Muslim CEC with thirst for serving the youth
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 23, 2024

Engaging in corporate social responsibility projects while in university gradually ignited his interest in community service

Several feared trapped after landslide in Kiambu
Amina Wako  |  May 14, 2024

The Red Cross said the area had been cordoned off and declared a danger zone.

Time running out for patients as doctors' strike persists
AFP  |  Apr 27, 2024

The healthcare system has long been overburdened and underfunded, but it has ground to a near halt after about 7,000 professionals walked off the job.

Kiambu Muslims decry harassment in acquiring ID card
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 08, 2024

Ole Naado said that while President William Ruto had vowed to address the challenges during his campaign tour, most of their concerns remain unaddress...

Finding solace in solitude: Forgotten elders of Mji Wa Huruma speak out
Hanifa Adan  |  Apr 02, 2024

They say loneliness had pushed them to the home where they now feel abandoned by family.

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