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… boola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); After months of digital tracking, homicide detectives traced Omanga’s mobile phone to Kangeta in Igembe Central, Meru County …
17-year-old suspect in Roysambu murder case arrested after victim's phone traced to MeruCitizen Digital
… o’s new party, backs Ruto for 2027 By Citizen Reporter August 19, 2026 11:51 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku joins the residents of Igembe South in Meru County …
Ruku dismisses Ndindi Nyoro’s new party, backs Ruto for 2027The Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has recovered an M16 rifle suspected of being linked to four murders in Isiolo and neighbouring Meru County. …
DCI recovers rifles linked to murders, Mavoko robberyThe Standard
… gain lost export markets such as the UK and Netherlands, the declassification of miraa as a psychotropic substance is their top priority, as this will open up opportunities for value addition of the crop widely grown in Nyambene region (Igembe and parts of Tigania) in Meru county …
Farmers push to declassify miraa as a drug, eye more export marketsCitizen Digital
… a’s ‘hatred’ against Mt Kenya East By Citizen Reporter August 09, 2026 08:14 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku joins the residents of Igembe South in Meru County …
CS Ruku challenges Kiama Kiama elders to denounce Gachagua’s ‘hatred’ against Mt Kenya EastCitizen Digital
… The declaration was made on Friday at the Nchiru Shrine in Meru County, where the council also announced the reconciliation of its outgoing and incoming leadership. …
Njuri Ncheke endorses Kindiki, backs Ruto re-election and calls for Mt Kenya unityCitizen Digital
… ri, Kivuti to work with DP Kindiki By Citizen Reporter August 06, 2026 07:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku joins the residents of Igembe South in Meru County …
CS Ruku urges Munya, JB Muturi, Kivuti to work with DP KindikiThe Standard
… The charity walk was flagged off by Tharaka University Vice Chancellor Peter Muriungi.Mr Gacugo was upbeat when he set off at the main campus in Tharaka and, as he completed over 40km to reach Meru County, he paid a courtesy call to the Governor's office and the Meru County Assem …
83-year-old embarks on 530km charity walk to raise funds for needy studentsCitizen Digital
… Photo:Courtesy Audio By Vocalize By Salphine MithikaFarmers in Igembe North Constituency in Meru County, whose crops were destroyed by elephants, are calling on the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to fast-track compensation. …
Farmers in Igembe North seek compensation for elephant damageThe Standard
… In Meru County’s Mutuati area on June 10, heavily armed criminals raided Leeta Village, killing 60-year-old Reuben Kibaara and critically wounding a Chief Inspector of Police in a fierce gun battle. …
Murkomen must stop playing politics and end North Rift terrorMAFA Academy from Isiolo County and MSF Starlets from Machakos County were crowned Safaricom Chapa Dimba Eastern Region champions in the boys' and girls' categories respectively, with MAFA defeating Mkinduri Lockstar 8-0 and MSF Starlets beating Royal Queens Academy 3-1 in regional finals at Moi Stadium in Embu County.
4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
MAFA Academy from Isiolo County and MSF Starlets from Machakos County were crowned Safaricom Chapa Dimba Eastern Region champions in the boys' and girls' categories respectively, with MAFA defeating Mkinduri Lockstar 8-0 and MSF Starlets beating Royal Queens Academy 3-1 in regional finals at Moi Stadium in Embu County.
4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Safaricom Chapa Dimba Eastern Regional finals will take place in Embu from Friday to Sunday, with 16 youth teams—eight boys' and eight girls'—competing for regional titles and spots at the nationals. Defending girls' regional champions Syomunyu Queens from Kitui will face Royal Queens Academy from Embu on Friday morning.
1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
NACADA-led multi-agency raid in Laare Division, Igembe North Subcounty, seized thousands of bottles of suspected counterfeit alcohol and over 900 packets of uncustomed cigarettes. Three suspects, including a major distributor, were arrested in the operation.
30 September 2026 · Capital News →
NACADA and police officers arrested three suspects following an operation in Meru County that seized thousands of bottles of suspected counterfeit alcohol and more than 900 packets of uncustomed cigarettes. Among those arrested is a man described as an influential distributor who allegedly supplied the illicit products through boda boda riders and local kiosks.
30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A NACADA-led multi-agency operation in Laare Division, Igembe North Subcounty, Meru County dismantled an illicit alcohol and cigarette network, seizing thousands of bottles of suspected counterfeit alcohol and over 900 packets of uncustomed cigarettes. Three suspects, including a major distributor, were arrested in the raid on a compound that had been under surveillance for weeks.
30 September 2026 · The Standard →
Detectives in Meru County arrested Solomon Kathurima Kairemia on September 21 following weeks of investigation into the August 7 death of Evelyne Mukiri Mbaabu, who was fatally attacked at her home in Kithoka. According to police, an unknown man entered the compound, asked for water, then attacked Mbaabu in the kitchen with a panga; her 13-year-old grandson was also wounded during the assault.
28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harm reduction experts have raised concerns about sections of the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill of 2024 during public participation in Meru County, calling for refinements including a definition of tobacco control aligned with WHO guidance before Parliament passes the bill.
26 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harm reduction experts have called for amendments to sections of the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill of 2024 during a public participation exercise in Meru County, citing concerns including the lack of a definition for tobacco control, missing differentiation between combustible and non-combustible tobacco products, and proposed flavour bans that they say would limit options for smokers attempting to quit.
26 September 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kindiki announced the operationalisation of Nyambene Game Reserve in Meru County this month, with Kenya Wildlife Service personnel deployed to seal routes used by cattle rustlers and bandits. The reserve will serve as a buffer zone to combat livestock theft and armed banditry in the region.
26 September 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has declared an all-out war on illicit and poisonous alcohol, vowing that the Government will pursue the entire chain of the trade from manufacturers to distributors and retailers. Speaking in Igembe Central, Meru County, Kindiki said illicit brews laced with harmful chemicals pose a serious threat to the health of young people and others across the country.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government is moving to provide medical cover for National Police Service Reservists and improve their terms of service, including automating salary processing and ensuring timely payment of allowances. Inspector General Douglas Kanja announced these measures during the graduation of 705 reservists at Magado Field Training Camp in Igembe North, Meru County.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen warned 705 newly recruited National Police Reservist officers at their graduation ceremony in Meru County not to misuse firearms to disrupt peace, urging them to serve with integrity and discipline while addressing security challenges in their areas of operation.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Directors of Kenya Tea Development Agency-managed factories are expected to announce annual bonus payments for the 2025-2026 financial year early next month, with farmers having supplied over 1,094,710,523.06 kg of green leaf in the past 11 months. Bonus declarations will be based on revenue from direct sales and the Mombasa Tea Auction, along with annual expenditures and other relevant concerns.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned 705 newly trained National Police Reservists against misusing firearms, saying weapons must be used to protect communities and support security operations, and that those who turn guns to personal use will face prosecution. Murkomen said the Government is aware of cases in which some reservists had allegedly misused firearms, with some still under investigation.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026 Wildlife Ranger Challenge takes place this Saturday at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Meru County, with over 1,000 rangers from 20 African nations running a synchronized 21km race through their respective protected landscapes. Rangers carry full patrol gear—weighing up to 22kg for men and 10kg for women—through open savannah and along the Lewa River at 5,500 feet altitude, honouring frontline conservation work.
18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said newly trained General Service Unit officers, who completed over nine months of training, will boost the National Police Service's capacity to maintain security before and during the 2027 General Election.
18 September 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said he will not be distracted by political attacks and remains focused on supporting President William Ruto in delivering development projects including roads, markets, water systems, and hospitals across the country.
18 September 2026 · Capital News →
An armed bandit attack in Gotu, Isiolo County killed five people—two police officers, a National Police Reservist, and two civilians—while pursuing cattle theft suspects. Political leaders including the Governor and Senator called on the Interior Cabinet Secretary and Inspector General to intensify security operations in the area.
18 September 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said he will not be distracted by detractors and remains focused on assisting President William Ruto deliver development projects across the country. Speaking in Meru County, Kindiki said he has forgiven leaders who have insulted him and the President, stating that Kenyans want roads, markets, water and hospitals rather than political insults.
17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Isiolo leaders have condemned a bandit attack that killed five people, including two police officers, a National Police Reserve member, and two civilians, in Gotu on Wednesday, and demanded urgent government intervention to restore security in the area.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
Five people, including two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers and a National Police Reserve member, were killed when armed bandits ambushed a security team pursuing suspected livestock thieves in Gotu, Isiolo County on Wednesday. The attack has heightened concerns over cattle rustling and banditry in the region.
16 September 2026 · Capital News →
Two Anti-Stock Theft Unit officers, a National Police Reserve member, and two civilians were killed after an armed group ambushed a team pursuing suspected livestock thieves in Gotu, Isiolo County on Wednesday morning. The attack has prompted renewed calls for stronger security measures in the area.
16 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 →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to retain his position beyond the 2027 General Election, praising his conduct in office and working relationship with President William Ruto as reasons for continuity in government.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced a Ksh.39 billion road construction programme in Meru County aimed at opening up rural areas and cutting transport costs. The government has also reduced prices of fertiliser and certified maize seed for farmers.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi political outfit has received threats of violence at their rallies scheduled for Nairobi this weekend. The brigade includes Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza.
10 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 →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki addressed more than 20,000 United Democratic Alliance (UDA) polling station officials in Meru County, urging them to champion the ruling party's record and mobilise support ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kindiki described the grassroots officials as crucial party leaders responsible for communicating the Kenya Kwanza administration's achievements to voters at the polling-centre level.
4 September 2026 · Capital News →
Athletics Kenya is prioritizing women's representation in coaching, officiating and leadership roles to align with World Athletics' target of 40 per cent female representation on executive boards by 2029. The federation trained 44 women from affiliated regions on a CECS Level 1 coaching course in October.
4 September 2026 · The Standard →