CIOC inspects Nakuru Prisons, recommends radical reforms

A delegation from the Constitutional Implementation Oversight Committee (CIOC) on Monday conducted a high-level inspection of Nakuru Main Prison and Nakuru Women’s Prison, uncovering a correctional system struggling under chronic underfunding, severe overcrowding, and colonial-era legislation. During the visit, the Committee learned that the Rift Valley region currently holds 17,663 inmates—comprising 11,570 convicted and 6,093 […]

Governor Kihika calls for thorough investigations into clergy murder case

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has called on security agencies to carry out thorough investigations into the murder of a Nakuru clergy. The deceased Rev. Julius Ngari Ndumia was serving at PCEA Tabuga Parish, in Bahati Constituency. “It is with deep sorrow and shock that I received the tragic news of the death of Rev. Julius […]

BAHLITA warns artists and musicians who breach performance contracts

Bar, Hotel, and Liquor Traders Association of Kenya (BAHLITA) has warned artists and musicians who breach performance contracts. In a Press Release statement undersigned by BAHLITA Secretary General Boniface Gachoka, the Association is worried over the current trend. BAHLITA noted that this is an issue that has increasingly affected its members across the country. According […]

CS Ruku affirms Government commitment to nurturing talents through sports

The Government of Kenya will continue to support talents in various sporting disciplines. Affirming the same, Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku rallied youth to take advantage of the available resources and oportunities from Government. CS Ruku was speaking in Njoro during the launch of area MP […]

2026 Gentlemen Convention held in Bahati with calls for enhanced family fabric

The 2026 Gentlemen Convention was held in Bahati with calls for enhanced family fabric The event held at St. John’s in Bahati Ward, is an intitiative of Dr. Njagi Makanga who is husband to area MP Irene Njoki. It is an event that brought together over 5,000 men agaed 35 and above. Discussion centred on […]

MP Mutai reaffirms commitment to education development

Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has reaffirmed his commitment to educatiin development. Speaking on Friday May 1, 2026 when he  officially commissioned five fully completed modern classrooms at Bygum Comprehensive School in Sirikwa Ward, the Lawmaker was categorical that education is key in transforming the society. He reiterated his commitment towards improving education standards in […]

MP Kathambi Peace Tournament 2026 kicks off on Saturday May 2

All is set for Njoro Member of Parliament Charity Kathambi Peace Tournament. The Tournament will be officially  launched on Saturday May 2, 2026 at Davison  Comprehensive School in Kihingo Ward. According to MP Kathambi, the Tournament is aimed at fostering peace, unity and peace through talents and sports. Several teams from all the Wards within […]

New Avenews-Grebe Deal Targets Cash Crunch In Kenya’s Farm Input Supply Chain

Thousands of farmers across Nakuru and the Rift Valley region could see more reliable access to farm inputs after a new financing model eliminated upfront costs for agro-dealers, targeting one of the most persistent bottlenecks in the agricultural supply chain. The initiative follows a strategic partnership between Avenews and Grebe Enterprises Limited, introducing embedded financing […]

Kihika: Naivasha’s Munyu Dispensary to be upgraded to Health Centre

Naivasha’s Munyu Dispensary is being upgraded to Health Centre. Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika visited the facility in Naivasha East to inspect progress on its planned upgrade. The Governor expressed satisfaction with the ongoing construction of the maternity block, laboratory, and other supporting infrastructure at the dispensary. The facility currently serves residents of Kinungi and the […]