Also known as: Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma · Governor Isaac Mutuma · Governor Mutuma
Meru Governor who has distributed certified maize seeds to farmers and announced a Sh5 billion cancer centre facility for the county.
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… as violently disrupted by goons as she appealed for political tolerance.Her weekly charity events, where she donates cows, household and business kits across the county, are popular and on Sunday, she took it to Igembe, the home turf of her political rivals, Governor Isaac Mutuma …
Kawira Mwangaza 'Okolea' event disrupted by suspected goonsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 — Governors Wavinya Ndeti of Machakos, Kimani Wamatangi of Kiambu, Irungu Kang’ata of Murang’a, Ochilo Ayacko of Migori, George Natembeya of Trans Nzoia and Isaac Mutuma of Meru have emerged among the top performers in Timely Kenya’s fourth-year devolution …
Ndeti, Wamatangi top Timely Kenya’s fourth-year devolution scorecardThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has launched a countywide distribution of certified maize seeds to enable farmers to take advantage of the rainy season.In recent seasons, farmers in parts of the country had lamented poor harvests due to poor-quality seeds and poor ra …
Governor Mutuma banks on maize seeds to empower farmersThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has pledged measures to avoid accidents at Riverland in Meru town, where a lorry rammed into several vehicles, killing four people.Another 21 people sustained various degrees of injuries when the lorry lost control and ploughed into pu …
Governor Mutuma mourns Meru accident victimsThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeMeru Governor Isaac Mutuma has said the devolved unit will establish a Sh5 billion cancer care facility to address the big burden of the disease in the county. …
Meru to establish Sh5 billion cancer centreThe Standard
… and President Ruto, saying their development record speaks for itself and earn them re-election in the August 10, 2027 General Election."I have forgiven the local Meru region leaders who are insulting and belittling me," said Kindiki, who was flanked by Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma …
Kindiki tells off his detractors, vows to champion developmentThe Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletterKarwitha, one of the youngest members of Governor Isaac Mutuma's cabinet said: "I am grateful, and honored. …
Meru Land CEC bags continental cybersecurity awardCitizen Digital
… Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma said the region had supported leaders from Mount Kenya West from the presidency to the deputy presidency and it was now time for the favour to be returned. …
DP Kindiki is our sure pathway to power, Mt. Kenya East leaders sayCitizen Digital
… Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma said the region had backed leaders from Mount Kenya West through both the presidency and the deputy presidency, and it was now time for the favour to be returned. …
Mt Kenya East leaders back DP Kindiki as region's 2032 presidential pathwayThe Standard
… The journalists said they had the freedom to access any public office, in the course of their duty, as they demanded action by Governor Isaac Mutuma. …
Meru journalists protest assault on Standard Group Editor and Meru journalistFormer Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza's weekly 'Okolea' charity event in Igembe Central was violently disrupted by goons, with items for donation and church equipment stolen. Mwangaza accused police of failing to provide security and said she has the right to hold political activities in all parts of Meru.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza's weekly 'Okolea' charity event in Igembe Central was violently disrupted by goons, with items for donation and church equipment stolen. Mwangaza accused police of failing to provide security and said she has the right to hold political activities in all parts of Meru.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →
Governors Wavinya Ndeti (Machakos), Kimani Wamatangi (Kiambu), and Irungu Kang'ata (Murang'a) topped Timely Kenya's devolution scorecard, which found that 55.9 per cent of respondents believe devolution is working. The survey assessed public perceptions of county government performance across five devolved sectors four years after the 2022 election.
14 October 2026 · Capital News →
Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has launched a countywide distribution of certified maize seeds to enable farmers to take advantage of the rainy season and boost production. The distribution is part of the administration's effort to support farmers with inputs for food security and incomes ahead of the planting season.
11 October 2026 · The Standard →
A lorry lost control and ploughed into public transport vehicles and traders at Riverland in Meru town on Thursday night, killing four people and injuring 21 others. Governor Isaac Mutuma pledged measures to improve safety at the busy trading spot, including reviewing and relocating traders to safer areas.
9 October 2026 · The Standard →
Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma announced the county will establish a Sh5 billion cancer care facility to provide local access to cancer treatment services. The facility will complement existing cancer treatment at Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital, where an oncology ward with 20 additional beds has been completed.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki accused opposition leaders in Meru of belittling him to distract from development work, while inspecting hospital upgrades in the region. He said he and President Ruto would focus on implementing projects for the people and that their development record would earn them re-election in August 2027.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
Meru Land Executive Joy Karwitha has been named Cyber Security Woman of the Year at the 11th Africa Digital Economy Awards 2026, recognizing her contribution and leadership in the cybersecurity sector. The award also highlighted the increasing role of women in technology and positioned Meru County as a hub for digital innovation and economic development.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders from Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, and Isiolo Counties declared that Mount Kenya East will seek the presidency in 2032, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as their preferred candidate, while supporting President William Ruto's re-election in 2027. The leaders said UDA would remain in the ruling party and called for Mount Kenya West to reciprocate the political support the region has provided over the years.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Leaders from Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Isiolo counties have declared that Mount Kenya East will make a bid for the presidency in 2032, backing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as their preferred candidate, while pledging support for President William Ruto's re-election in 2027.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Journalists in Meru protested on September 2, 2026, against the abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich and the assault on K24 journalist Nelson Mutwiri. Press club leaders expressed outrage over rising incidents of journalist harassment ahead of the August 10, 2027 General Elections.
2 September 2026 · The Standard →
Three governors from the Mt Kenya East region—Meru's Isaac Mutuma, Tharaka Nithi's Muthomi Njuki, and Embu's Cecily Mbarire—have welcomed free medical cover under the Social Health Authority for Community Health Promoters, saying CHPs deserve the benefit for their essential role in grassroots healthcare delivery.
24 August 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has promised opposition leaders a tough ride ahead of the 2027 elections, saying they have nothing to offer Kenyans except lies and arrogance. He stated that President Ruto and he are prepared to face voters and seek a second term, contrasting their approach with opposition leaders who he said are forcing and threatening voters.
22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki told opposition leaders they would face a tough ride as he and President Ruto prepare to campaign for re-election, accusing opponents of offering only lies and arrogance rather than substantive policies to voters.
22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Party of National Unity leader Peter Munya has declared former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i the party's presidential candidate for 2027, and says PNU will begin talks with other opposition parties within the next week to negotiate a possible joint presidential candidate. Munya challenged President William Ruto's support in Meru, urging voters not to support Ruto simply because Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is from the larger Meru region.
22 August 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has stated he will remain President William Ruto's running mate in next year's General Election, dismissing debate over the position. Kindiki declared his intention to seek the presidency in 2032 and called for Mt Kenya region unity behind Ruto's re-election bid.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto said the Sh350 billion National Infrastructure Fund will finance major development projects in water, roads, energy and other strategic infrastructure across the country, including dams for irrigation in arid and semi-arid regions to strengthen food security and agricultural exports.
12 July 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the national government is engaging with landowners over compensation for a Sh7 billion Nithi Bridge project in Meru, with the contractor waiting on site for the compensation process to be completed before work begins.
12 July 2026 · The Standard →
The 1,693 ECDE teachers in Meru received salary increases following implementation of a scheme of service, with certificate, diploma, and degree holders now eligible for career progression across specified job groups. The county also introduced a feeding programme and upgraded classroom facilities, measures the union says will improve morale and service delivery.
11 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Meru has temporarily halted the removal of Land Executive Joy Karwitha after she sued the county government, Governor Isaac Mutuma, and the county assembly, contesting her sacking as unlawful. Justice Stella Chemtai barred the respondents from removing Karwitha or vetting her proposed replacement, Dorothy Wanja, pending further court directions.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma dismissed Land CEC Joy Karwitha without stating a reason, following the earlier resignation of Legal Affairs CEC Marias Maranya. Governor Mutuma has nominated Dorothy Wanja Ruitah to replace Karwitha.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →
Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) has distributed loans to 539 young entrepreneurs in Meru County through its Sacco, with interest rates of six per cent and 72-hour disbursement without guarantors, as the organisation expands economic empowerment programmes in the region.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Imenti Development Forum has joined conservationists and local leaders in opposing President Ruto's plan to build a State Lodge in part of Imenti Forest. The forum has called for the resignation of Governor Isaac Mutuma, Senate deputy speaker Kathuri Murungi, and North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood, accusing them of surrendering 100 acres of the gazetted Imenti Forest Reserve for the project, which it says threatens wildlife conservation.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
Hundreds of young entrepreneurs in Meru County have received loans totalling Sh30 million from Shofco, an NGO, through its sacco wing at an interest rate of six per cent. Governor Isaac Mutuma praised the initiative as part of broader youth empowerment and economic growth efforts in the county.
8 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Ameru Cultural Stakeholders Association, chaired by former Education Cabinet Secretary Prof Jacob Kaimenyi, has called for the incorporation of African culture and heritage into competence-based education (CBE), arguing that cultural centres could serve as learning sites for children to study wildlife, traditional attire, foods, and practices.
7 June 2026 · The Standard →
KMPDU members in Meru county have gone on strike after the county government failed to implement a return-to-work agreement signed on May 12, 2026. The doctors are protesting staff shortages, lack of promotions, salary disparities, absence of study leave, and the failure to employ contracted staff on permanent and pensionable terms.
2 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki have condoled with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi following the death of his daughter, Anita Kendi Murungi. Several other leaders, including current Governors Isaac Mutuma and Muthomi Njuki, and former Governor Kawira Mwangaza, also sent their condolences to Kiraitu and his family.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has issued a legal demand notice to her successor, Governor Isaac Mutuma, requiring him to retract and apologise for statements made on or about May 8, 2026, in which Mutuma allegedly claimed Mwangaza was using proxies to institute court proceedings to halt county staff recruitment and damage the Public Service Board website.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has agreed to withdraw the stoppage of Meru County Government funds and pay Sh139 million to a French investor, following President Ruto's alleged declaration that the national government would clear a Sh640 million debt owed by Meru County over the takeover of Leopard Rock Hotel Limited.
10 May 2026 · The Standard →
The National Treasury has committed to lifting a freeze on Meru County Government funds and settling Ksh139 million owed to a French investor linked to Leopard Rock Hotel Limited, Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi told the Senate Finance and Budget Committee.
8 May 2026 · Capital News →
Meru County Governor Isaac Mutuma has allocated 600 acres for police training facilities in the Nyambene region — 300 acres to the Administration Police and 300 acres to the National Police Training College — to help combat cattle rustling and banditry in the semi-arid grazing zones.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →