Machakos County

Machakos County — Kenyan county government conducting staff training on governance and financial management, hosting various national initiatives including anti-doping workshops and climate research facilities.

2026-04-242026-09-28

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April 2026
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Former Machakos Chief Officer charged with forged academic certificates

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Joseph Mutwiwa Munyao, former Chief Officer of Machakos County government, has been charged with allegedly forging a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Nairobi (2004) and a Certified Public Accountants Final Examination Certificate (June 2019) to secure his senior position. He was arrested by the EACC on August 31, pleaded not guilty, and was granted cash bail of Ksh.1 million or an alternative bond of Ksh.2 million.

1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 1 September

Former Machakos Chief Officer charged with forged academic certificates
Joseph Mutwiwa Munyao, former Chief Officer of Machakos County government, has been charged with allegedly forging a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Nairobi (2004) and a Certified Public Accountants Final Examination Certificate (June 2019) to secure his senior position. He was arrested by the EACC on August 31, pleaded not guilty, and was granted cash bail of Ksh.1 million or an alternative bond of Ksh.2 million.
1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 18 May

Ganatra, Hinga, Singh win categories at Shell Autocross Rally
The second round of the Shell AutoX Rally Championship took place at Stoni Athi in Machakos County on May 17, 2026, with drivers competing in four heats across multiple classes. Winners included Allan Bengi in Beta Junior Buggy, Eann Bengi in Cadet Junior Buggy, Aman Ganatra in 4WD with 35mm restrictors, and Michuki Hinga in the 2WD non-turbo class.
18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 15 May

ADAK, SDT strengthen anti-doping case handling procedures
The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya held a three-day workshop in Machakos County with the Sports Disputes Tribunal and legal stakeholders to strengthen anti-doping adjudication, institutional alignment, and consistency in handling doping-related cases as Kenya positions itself as a regional leader in clean sport governance.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Counterfeit seed risks cutting Kenyan harvests by half
KEPHIS warns that counterfeit and uncertified seed poses a growing threat to food security, with farmers potentially losing up to half their harvest. KEPHIS and seed companies are promoting scratch-code verification systems to help farmers authenticate seeds before planting and conducting enforcement operations against fake dealers.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 12 May

KWS intensifies search after hyena spotted in Syokimau
Kenya Wildlife Service has stepped up surveillance operations following reports of a hyena sighting along Mwananchi Road in Syokimau, Machakos County, with footprints confirming the animal recently moved through bushy land behind JKIA towards Katani. Residents have been advised to remain alert, avoid approaching the animal, and supervise children closely as response teams are deployed to safeguard human life and wildlife.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 10 May

Senate committee proposes 49% fuel levy share for counties
The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing has proposed that county governments receive 49 per cent of the Road Maintenance Levy Fund under a proposed Roads Act amendment bill, while the Ministry of Roads and Transport recommends only 15 per cent. The Committee argues that since road maintenance functions have shifted to county governments, resources should follow those functions.
10 May 2026 · Capital News →
Youth urged to join Saccos for economic empowerment
Moko Sacco leadership has encouraged youth, particularly in Machakos County, to join Saccos as a means of addressing joblessness and economic empowerment. The Sacco is working to digitize services and pursue SASRA licensing for FOSA operations while focusing on rebuilding member deposits and liquidity.
10 May 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 4 May

Nzioka Waita joins UDA after Kalonzo denies gubernatorial ticket
Former State House Chief of Staff Nzioka Waita has accused Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka of denying him a chance to vie for Machakos governor on a Wiper ticket in 2027, claiming the party reserved the position for another candidate. Waita has subsequently joined the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), arguing that the perception of Ukambani as a Wiper stronghold has impoverished the region.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Coffee farmers urged to boost output amid price rise
Coffee farmers in Lower Eastern Region are being urged to increase production and return to farming as prices have risen to over Sh120 per kilogramme from the previous Sh60. The Machakos Co-operative Union chairman called for farmers to deliver their produce to the union-owned Lower Eastern Coffee Mill to reduce costs.
4 May 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 3 May

Israel deploys first mobile climate lab in Kenya
Israel's Ambassador to Kenya says a newly deployed mobile climate laboratory will help close Africa's persistent climate data gap and strengthen evidence-based policymaking. The facility, stationed in Machakos County and operating for the past two months, is the first of its kind in Africa.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 27 April

Peter Okidi set to become Mombasa United head coach
Former Shabana FC coach Peter Okidi is poised to replace Gilbert Selebwa as head coach of Mombasa United, which currently sits second in the National Super League standings as it pushes for promotion to the Kenyan Premier League.
27 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 24 April

Machakos County completes second staff training cohort
Machakos County has completed a second cohort of staff training to improve public service delivery and address gaps in governance and financial management. The programme has trained over 4,000 employees since 2024, with the county aiming to train all staff within the next year.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →