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Mp Charles Nguna Calls for Stronger Parliament–Olympic Collaboration During NOC-K Visit

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Hon. Charles Nguna Ngusya, MP for Mwingi West and Vice Chairman of the Parliamentary Sports Committee, paid a courtesy call to the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K), where he met with the 1st Deputy President, Mr. Barnaba Korir. The visit reaffirmed the shared commitment between Parliament and the Olympic Movement to advance the growth and governance of sport in Kenya. During the meeting, discussions centered on the importance of closer collaboration in strengthening sports development frameworks, enhancing athlete welfare, and providing robust policy and legislative support for sport. Both parties emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to address emerging challenges facing athletes, federations, and sports institutions across the country. The engagement highlighted a common vision of creating a sustainable and enabling environment where Kenyan athletes can thrive both on and off the field. Through continued partnership, Parliament and NOC-K aim to reinforce ...
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Professional Bodies Demand End to Impunity After Deadly South C Building Collapse

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By Irene Mwende  Kenya’s leading built environment professional associations have issued a scathing joint statement following the tragic collapse of a building under construction in South C, Nairobi, calling for an immediate end to impunity that has long plagued the construction sector. In a statement released to the public, the associations expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the families who lost loved ones, those injured, and the communities devastated by the incident. They described the tragedy as “preventable” and deeply shameful for a country with the technical expertise, regulatory frameworks, and trained professionals that Kenya possesses. “In the 21st century, such disasters should be a thing of the past,” the statement read, adding that every life lost represents a collective failure across the entire development chain. The professionals — drawn from architecture, engineering, quantity surveying, planning, construction management, surveying, valuatio...
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Yatta TVET Records Surge in Enrolment as Yatta MP Unveils Bursary Boost for Students

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By Irene Mwende  Yatta Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Institute has recorded an overwhelming intake, receiving more than 200 students on the first day of admissions alone, with numbers expected to surpass 600 learners by the end of the week. The enrolment is set to grow further as additional students join the institution through the ongoing KUCCPS replacement process, underscoring the rising demand for technical and vocational skills in the region. Speaking during the intake exercise, the Yatta Member of Parliament hailed the strong turnout as a clear sign of growing confidence in TVET education as a pathway to employment and self-reliance. To support learners and ensure continuity of education, the MP announced that beneficiaries will receive bursaries worth KSh 10,000 each. The students will also benefit from matching support from the KCB Foundation, a partnership that aims to ease the financial burden on families while strengthenin...
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Kitui Women Representative Celebrates KSh20 Million Milestone, Vows Greater Empowerment Drive in 2026

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As 2025 comes to a close, the Kitui County Woman Representative has reflected on a year marked by tangible progress in grassroots empowerment, expressing gratitude for the collective efforts that have transformed communities across the county. In her end-of-year remarks, the Woman Rep highlighted the achievement of disbursing over KSh 20 million in support of Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), describing the milestone as a powerful symbol of lives changed rather than just a financial figure. She noted that the funds have helped spur new businesses, uplift families, and strengthen community networks, particularly among women and youth groups. “Reaching the 20 million shillings milestone is not just a statistic; it represents lives touched, businesses started, and communities strengthened,” she said, emphasizing that investing in people remains the cornerstone of her leadership agenda. Looking ahead to 2026, the Woman Representative expressed renewed energy and...
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Dr. Makali Mulu Highlights Development Milestones as He Intensifies Kitui Central Transformation Drive

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Kitui Central Member of Parliament and 2027   incoming Governor hopeful Dr. Makali Mulu has outlined a series of development milestones achieved in the last quarter of the year, pointing to steady progress in socio-economic empowerment, education, infrastructure, and public service delivery across the constituency. In a statement reflecting on the period, Dr. Mulu said his office had prioritized inclusive development aimed at improving livelihoods and strengthening access to essential services for residents of Kitui Central. Under economic empowerment initiatives, a total of Ksh 4.2 million was disbursed to 46 women and youth groups through the Uwezo Fund, supporting entrepreneurship and small-scale business growth.  In the education sector, 9,062 secondary school students benefited from bursaries issued through the Kitui Central NG-CDF, easing the financial burden on families and promoting school retention. Infrastructure development also featured...
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This Must Stop”: Business man Mwenda Thunanira Condemns Rising Crime After Deadly Sakama Bar Robbery in Isiolo

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By Irene Mwende  Grief and anger hung heavily in the air at Kambi ya Juu, popularly known as the Sakama Bar area, as residents struggled to come to terms with yet another act of violent crime. What should have been a time of celebration was instead marked by mourning, following a brutal robbery that claimed the life of a young man and left another fighting for survival. Tesh, described by community members as hardworking and full of promise, was shot dead in cold blood during the incident. Another young man sustained a gunshot wound to the head and remains in critical condition. The tragedy has once again reopened deep wounds in a county that has grown painfully familiar with loss. Addressing residents and grieving families Business man Mwenda Thunanira expressed profound sorrow and frustration, noting that such visits have become far too common. He lamented that the people of Isiolo are increasingly being reduced to statistics in crime reports, rather than lives valued...
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Kenya Railways MD Philip Mainga Extends Festive Greetings to Madaraka Express and Nanyuki Safari Train Passengers

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By Irene Mwende  Kenya Railways Managing Director Mr. Philip Mainga today shared warm Christmas and New Year wishes with passengers travelling on the Madaraka Express Passenger Services and the Nanyuki Safari Train, reaffirming the corporation’s commitment to safe, reliable, and customer-focused rail transport. Speaking to passengers, Mr. Mainga expressed gratitude to travelers for their continued trust in Kenya Railways, noting that their support has been instrumental to the success of passenger rail services across the country. He said the organization is honoured to host thousands of passengers who choose to travel by rail every other day. “As you head home and to other destinations, I on behalf of the Kenya Railways family wish you, together with your families and loved ones, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,” Mr. Mainga said. He encouraged passengers to enjoy their journey, assuring them of safety and comfort throughout their travel. “Welcome onbo...
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