The latest Mizani Africa survey results from Mwingi West Constituency paint a picture of a region that remains largely supportive of its current Member of Parliament, Hon. Charles Nguna, while also showing growing interest in alternative leadership. According to the poll, Nguna commands a 43.5% preference rating and enjoys a 55.4% approval rating for his…
Livestock Development Principal Secretary Hon. Jonathan Mueke has defended ongoing government projects in Kitui County, urging the Kamba community to embrace President William Ruto’s development wave sweeping across the nation. Speaking on Wednesday morning during a live interview on Musyi FM, Mueke said President Ruto’s administration is committed to delivering tangible projects in Ukambani, regardless…
President William Ruto’s recent visit to Ukambani has brought renewed optimism to the region as he unveiled an impressive basket of development goodies, with Kitui County emerging as a key beneficiary. The projects cut across infrastructure, water, energy, markets, education, and tourism — a clear signal of the government’s intent to unlock the county’s socio-economic…
The Ithookwe Airstrip is set to transform Kitui County into a gateway of opportunities, according to the Principal Secretary for Livestock Development, Hon. Jonathan Mueke. Speaking during a visit to the facility, Mueke said the airstrip represents more than just a runway — it is a catalyst for economic growth, tourism, and investment. The PS…
A fierce wildfire has been raging in Mukong’a Village within the Mumoni Forest in Mwingi North since Sunday, October 19, 2025, causing widespread alarm among residents and local authorities. The blaze, which has persisted for several days, continues to destroy vegetation and threaten wildlife habitats in the hilly terrain. According to local reports, the affected…
Mwingi Central MP Dr. Gideon Mulyungi has welcomed President William Ruto’s commitment to complete the long-stalled Enziu Bridge project by February 2026. The legislator expressed optimism that the renewed government pledge will finally bring to an end the delays that have hampered the critical infrastructure project. According to MP Mulyungi, the Enziu Bridge construction has…
The 2027 political contest in Kitui West is already shaping up, with residents rallying behind Hon. Generali Fredrick Kimanga, whose popularity continues to rise across the constituency. The calls for a leadership shift have gained traction, signaling what many describe as the beginning of a new political era. Local residents have expressed frustration with the…
Nyeri Governor H.E. Dr. Mwalimu Mutahi Kahiga has issued a public apology following backlash over remarks he made in a vernacular clip that circulated widely on social media regarding the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. In a statement released on Tuesday, Kahiga expressed deep regret and extended a heartfelt apology to the mourning nation,…
One of the most striking absences during this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations held at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County was that of former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka and former Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu. The two political heavyweights, both hailing from the host county, were missing from the high-profile national event presided over by President William…
Former Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu has strongly condemned Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga over his controversial remarks regarding the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. In a statement, Ngilu described Kahiga’s comments as “grossly despicable, reckless, and an unwarranted attack on a grieving family and a community that is still reeling from a monumental loss.”…
