Musembi Nzengu

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Kalonzo can be president without Uhuru’s support, says ally

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

Former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala, former CS Fred Matiang’i, ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua and DAP-K’s Eugene Wamalwa, among other leaders, during the interdenominational thanksgiving ceremony at Wamunyoro, Nyeri county on Sunday /DENISH OCHIENG' Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is not desperate for endorsement and support by former president Uhuru Kenyatta to beat incumbent William Ruto in 2027, a Kalonzo ally has...
Kitui reforming B2 Yatta Ranch to make Sh200m

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

The Kitui government is supporting the B2 Yatta Ranching Cooperative to return to profitability. Livestock executive Stephen Kimwele on Friday said a modern feedlot will be set up at the 23,109 acre ranch for fattening cattle, whose meat will be for export market. “If this feedlot is well managed, it will earn the rangers and cattle owners in Kitui more than Sh200 million,” he said. “Every three months between 300 and 400 heads of cattle will be slaughtered.
We’ll deal with wanton sand harvesting in Kitui, says CEC

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

A lorry is loaded with sand at a river bed in Kitui County/MUSEMBI NZENGU. Kitui County government has asked residents to be patient as they address the issue of wanton and destructive sand harvesting. Kitui Environment, climate change and mineral resources executive John Mwendandu said the matter would soon be addressed as a law to that effect is now in place. “Yes. I know there has been an outcry over the issue, but we are working on a long-term solution for it,” he said.
Singapore firm to help communities in Kitui, Baringo earn carbon credits

2 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

Tiva River Environmental Youth Group secretary Danlewis Mbula and Adra project manager Micheal Imujaro inspect a tree seedling bed on Tuesday /MUSEMBI NZENGUCommunity groups in semi-arid Kitui and Baringo counties are set to earn carbon credits courtesy of landscape restoration and livelihood project supported by an investment firm in Singapore.
Kitui man hacks father to death with panga on Easter Sunday

3 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

Police in Kitui South are searching for a 43-year-old man who allegedly hacked his father to death under unclear circumstances on Sunday afternoon. According to Pius Kilunda, the Chief of Kibwea Location, the suspect ambushed his father at their home and fatally slashed him on the neck with a razor-sharp panga at around 1 p.m. "It is not clear why Musyoka killed his father in cold blood, as they were the only two in the home when the vicious incident happened.
Kitui to get a Sh800 million international stadium, says CS Mvurya

4 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

Sports CS Salim Mvurya has announced that the government will, within the next six months, invest Sh800 million to convert the Ithookwe showground into an international stadium. Mvurya visited the site, on the outskirts of Kitui town, which is earmarked to host this year’s national Mashujaa Day celebrations on October 20. President William Ruto will grace the event. Governor Julius Malombe gave the Sports CS an inspection tour of the site that traditionally hosts the Kitui County Agricultural Show.
No closure 10 years after Garissa university attack

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

Isaac Mutisya and Mary Kasyoka with photos of daughter Risper Mutindi at their home in Ndonguni village, Kitui East, last Wednesday /MUSEMBI NZENGUThis is premium contentSubscribe to Continue ReadingHelp us continue bringing you unbiased news, in-depth investigations, and diverse perspectives. Your subscription keeps our mission alive and empowers us to provide high-quality, trustworthy journalism. Join us today to make a difference!Already Subscribed? Sign in
I’ll be in 2027 governor race, Ngilu tells Kitui residents

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

In SummaryThe former county chief on Saturday said she has heeded calls from residents to seek a comeback in 2027 when current officeholder Julius Malombe’s term ends. Although her name was on the ballot in 2022, Ngilu withdrew from the race and declared support for Malombe, making it an easy win for him. Former Kitui governor Charity Ngilu /SCREENSHOTFormer Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu will run to recapture the seat during the 2027 elections. Ngilu held the position between 2018 and 2022.
From gown to ground: It’s basket case for graduate

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

Mercy Mugao, a basket weaver /MUSEMBI NZENGUMercy Mugao is not your ordinary youth. She cast aside her degree certificate to take up handcrafting of palm leaves baskets – and it is paying her big. Six years after graduating from Karatina University, she is currently running a thriving traditional baskets weaving enterprise that has not only made a name in Kitui and Kenya but also internationally courtesy of online marketing.
You will only get rain for 45 days, Kitui farmers told

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Musembi Nzengu

Kitui meteorological services director Daniel Mbithi /MUSEMBI NZENGUThe just-started March-April-May rains will only pour for 30 to 45 days in most of Kitui, the Kenya Meteorological Department has said. County department director Daniel Mbithi on Saturday attributed the expected conditions to weak La Nina conditions and a neutral Indian Ocean Dipole. “Occasional rainfall is expected in early March followed by a dry spell,” he said.