Renson Mnyamwezi

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Four MCAs fined Sh400,000 for breaching of powers and privileges in Taita Taveta

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

Taita Taveta county assembly leadership has cracked the whip on four perceived rebel MCAs who are accused of breaching their house privileges and immunity. Former county assembly deputy speaker Chrispus Tondoo, Rong'e MCA Dorcas Mlughu, Halifa Taraya (Mboghoni Ward) and Azhar Din of Kaloleni Ward were suspended from several house sessions, fined a total of Sh400,000 and ordered to apologise to the house.
Taita Taveta MPs decamp to opposition

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

A section of coast legislators parliamentary caucus led by Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako at the parliament buildings, Nairobi. August 24, 2023. [File, Standard]Two MPs in Taita Taveta County have declared to lead the “Ruto must go” opposition campaign agenda in the region. Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako and his Voi counterpart Abdi Chome had earlier joined President Ruto’s political bandwagon, but have now shifted to the opposition.
Gachagua, Kalonzo persist on mission to halt Ruto tenure in 2027

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

Opposition leaders led by Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua (DCP) address locals in Voi, Taita Taveta county on Saturday. [@rigathi, X]Opposition leaders led by Kalonzo Musyoka and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have claimed they are ready to dislodge President William Ruto from power in 2027. Under their 'One Term Movement' slogan, the opposition leaders reaffirmed their commitment to working together to achieve their mission.
Taita Taveta MCAs demand probe over graft claims in county

3 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime. [File, Standard]A section of Taita Taveta MCAs has called for an investigation into alleged massive graft, frequent trips, and skewed appointments and promotions in the county. The four MCAs, recently removed from the Budget and Public Accounts Committee, want both the executive and assembly investigated over alleged malpractices.
Governor Mwadime reassigns finance CCO in administrative shake-up

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime when he appeared before the Senate at Bunge Towers, Nairobi on March 10, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime has moved Finance and Planning County Chief Officer Laban Kinyai to the Budget and Resource Mobilisation Department in the same capacity. Kinyai has been replaced by a senior accountant, Mr Nganga, in an acting capacity pending his approval by the assembly.
Child labour blamed for poor exam results, dropout rates in Taita Taveta

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

A school girl hawks vegetables at Kitale's Central Business District CDB. [Courtesy]Taveta Sub County Director of Education Aaron Karani has decried rising cases of child labour that have contributed to the high school dropout rate in the sub-county. Karani said most parents are sending children to the market on Wednesdays to sell farm produce instead of ensuring that they are in school.
Over 1400 CHPs protest over 13-month stipend delay

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

Community health promoters (CHPs) display their kits during a past event in Kisii County. [File, Standard]Dozens of Community Health Promoters (CHPs) stormed Taita Taveta County Assembly to demand their 13-month pay. The CHPs from the Wundanyi-Mbale ward told Members of County Assembly (MCAs) that the county owes them a 13-month stipend. Over 1400 CHPs in Voi, Mwatate, Wundanyi and Taveta sub-counties play a major role in the fight against diseases.
Alarm over surge in violence against men

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

KNUT elected women leaders delegates hold placards against gender based violence. December 4, 2023. [File, Standard]Authorities in Taita Taveta County have raised the alarm over a disturbing rise in domestic violence against men, with officials describing the trend as an emerging and underreported form of gender-based violence (GBV).
Families of 22 killed by wildlife in Taita Taveta get Sh45.4 million pay

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary, Rebecca Miano, March 3, 2025. [File, Standard]At least 22 victims of wildlife attacks in Taita Taveta County have received over Sh45.5 million in compensation from the government amid concerns over delays. Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary, Rebecca Miano, issued the cheques to the beneficiaries some of who have waited for compensation since 2014.
Three-day equatorial classic rallying kicks off in Taita Taveta County

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Renson Mnyamwezi

Driver David Von Schinkel and Co-driver Fredrik von der Esch (left) from Sweden on their Porsche 911 Taita Taveta. Dec. 10, 2023. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]The Equatorial Classic rallying motorsport, 2025, kicked off yesterday morning amid a high level of excitement and fun among rally drivers participating in the three-day event being held at Teita Sisal Estate in Taita Taveta County. Governor Mwadime flagged off 19 rallying cars at Teita Sisal Estate, which are the main sponsors.