The Principal Secretary for the State Department for Petroleum, Mohamed Liban, CBS, on Monday commissioned borehole equipment at Kitui Teachers Training College (KTTC) as part of the ongoing preparations for the upcoming Mashujaa Day national celebrations. The commissioning marks a significant milestone in ensuring sustainable water supply to support the institution and the larger Kitui…
On October 9, 2025 — The national government, through the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum commenced the installation of a 40,000-metric-tonne ultra-modern Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) storage facility in Kitui County, a landmark project aimed at expanding access to clean and affordable energy. Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi made the announcement during an…
Kitui, Thursday, October 16, 2025 — The Kenya Utalii College and the County Government of Kitui have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Kenya Utalii College campus in Kitui Central’s Tiva area. The partnership marks a major milestone in advancing hospitality and tourism education in the region. Speaking during the signing…
Joy and relief filled Mutomo Market today as Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe, in partnership with World Vision Kenya, officially commissioned the Kshs. 840 million River Athi–Kangu Kangu–Mutomo–Ikutha–Kanziko–Mathima Water Project. For residents of Mutomo and neighbouring areas, the launch marked the end of a long and difficult struggle for access to clean and safe water…
Kitui MCA Hon. Mark Ndingo has criticized the decision to sideline former Vice President Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka during the state funeral of the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amollo Odinga at Nyayo Stadium, terming it “foolhardy, reckless, and irresponsible.” Speaking shortly after the ceremony, Ndingo expressed disappointment that Kalonzo, who had stood with Raila Odinga for…
Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe used this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations held at the newly commissioned Ithookwe Stadium to make a passionate appeal to President William Ruto to prioritize key national government projects in Kitui County. The governor said that accelerating the completion of these projects would greatly improve livelihoods, boost economic growth, and strengthen…
President William Ruto has recognized the tireless efforts of Kitui South Member of Parliament, Dr. Racheal Nyamai, in advocating for development within her constituency. The Head of State assured residents that the Ikutha–Kanziko–Mutha–Mutomo road will soon be upgraded to bitumen standards, revealing that the contractor for the project has already been identified. Speaking during the…
Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe used this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium to call on President William Ruto to prioritize the completion of major development projects across Kitui County. Speaking during the national celebrations hosted in the county for the first time, the governor highlighted the urgent need to finalize stalled projects that…
Yatta kwa Vonza MCA Hon. Mark Ndingo has paid glowing tribute to the late Raila Odinga, describing his heartfelt speech to Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka as one of the most emotional and historic moments in Kenya’s political history. Ndingo said the speech went beyond political boundaries, touching the hearts of millions of Kenyans who…
