Edgar Kalimbo

Lydia Haika applauds President Ruto as village elders, set to receive monthly stipends

Taita-Taveta Women Representative Lydia Haika has lauded President William Ruto for assenting to the finance legislation that officially paves the way for village elders across the country to receive monthly stipends. Speaking during a community empowerment event in Voi town, the lawmaker emphasized that the move is a historic milestone in recognizing the critical role…

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Kingi, Mvurya lead pro-government charge to consolidate Coast vote for 2027

With exactly 13 months left before the 2027 General Election, pro-government leaders from the Coast region have launched a major political sensitization campaign aimed at uniting the region’s vote behind the ruling administration. The campaign, spearheaded by Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, seeks to alter the Coast’s traditional political leanings and consolidate its bargaining power under…

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Marsabit residents urged to prepare for el nino rains amid upcoming severe dry spell

Marsabit County residents have been strongly advised to begin early preparations for expected El Niño rains, which are projected to hit the region between September and December 2026. Speaking during a Marsabit County Steering Group (CSG) meeting, the Director of the Meteorology Department for Marsabit and Isiolo Counties, Mr. John Nguyo, revealed that weather forecasts…

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Murang’a Purple tea debuts in Paris, France

Kenya’s distinctive Purple Tea has made its official debut in Paris, marking a significant milestone in the global positioning of one of Africa’s most unique specialty teas. The high-profile unveiling underscores Kenya’s growing ambition to move beyond bulk commodity exports and firmly establish itself in premium, origin-led agricultural markets. Hosted at the iconic Hôtel de…

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Senate orders fresh lake Nakuru fish tests after petitioners reject state report

The Senate Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations has ordered fresh sampling and testing of fish from Lake Nakuru after petitioners rejected a report tabled by the Kenya Fisheries Service. The directive forces a restart on an investigation tied to growing environmental and health concerns surrounding the lake’s fish population. The petitioners…

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Long wait for Taita Taveta residents as Mzima two water project stalls over shifting priorities and costs

Residents of Taita Taveta County will have to wait much longer before the multi-billion shilling Mzima Two water project comes to fruition, contrary to earlier assurances made by the national government. The delay deals a heavy blow to local communities who have been eagerly anticipating a permanent solution to the region’s long-standing water issues. The…

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Taita Taveta remains an ODM stronghold despite zoning talks, assures Senator Mwaruma

Taita Taveta Senator Jones Mwaruma has confidently declared that the county will remain a firm stronghold of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. His remarks come amidst emerging discussions regarding a potential constituency-sharing or “zoning” agreement between ODM and the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. Speaking in Voi town after attending a Sunday church…

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Economic boost for Taita Taveta: Kishushe mining operations resume after standoff resolution

Mining activities in the Wanjala area of Kishushe, Wundanyi Constituency, have officially resumed, marking the end of a prolonged and tense stalemate between large-scale mining investors and local landowners. The breakthrough was solidified by the formal launch of mineral transportation from the Kishushe extraction site directly to the Manga processing plant, signaling a fresh start…

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