Phares Mutembei

How Njuri Ncheke elders endorsed Kindiki's leadership

By Phares Mutembei   2024-11-02 20:55:00

As new Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was taking oath of office Friday, the Njuri Ncheke Supreme Council of Ameru elders converged at their Gitoro shrine, for thanksgiving prayers.

181 over-age candidates sit for KCSE in Meru county

By Phares Mutembei   2024-11-04 11:37:07

In Meru county 181 over-age candidates are sitting for KCSE even as schools managements and education officials restrict movement in exam centres.

Kindiki's uphill battle of uniting Mt Kenya

By Phares Mutembei   2024-11-06 06:00:00

In the Mount Kenya region, ordinary citizens and politicians alike hope Kindiki will prevent further divisions following Gachagua’s ouster.

Lawyer denied chief's job for being overqualified gets a second chance

By Phares Mutembei   2024-11-15 17:00:00

A man who was denied a chance to become a chief for allegedly being overqualified has gotten relief after the High Court quashed the appointment of his competitor.

Kindiki defends SHA, urges leaders and clergy to preach unity

By Phares Mutembei   2024-11-24 15:12:56

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured Kenyans that the Government is committed to ensure better health services under the Social Health Authority (SHA)

How lawyer denied chief's job for being overqualified won case

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-02 09:44:00

The law graduate challenged the hiring process for a Moyale chief position

I have not seen my deputy for over a year, Mwangaza says

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-03 20:30:00

The two fell out during impeachment proceedings after Mwangaza alleged that her deputy Isaac Mutuma was out to sabotage her.

Policyholders of collapsed insurance companies to be compensated

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-03 15:40:00

The Policyholders Compensation Fund (PCF) will soon start to compensate policyholders of failed insurance companies.

Advocates boycott court over magistrate shortage

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-13 13:38:43

Lawyers under Maua Advocates Association in Meru County threaten to boycott work from January 15, decry shortage of magistrates, accuse Judiciary of negligence.

Lawyers boycott court, demand more magistrates

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-13 13:44:00

The lawyers accused the Judiciary of failing to post new magistrates after the transfer of two magistrates early this year.

Livestock inoculation; Vets ready for January exercise

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-15 20:00:00

The Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (Kevevapi) is ready to kick off vaccination of livestock from January, a senior official has said.

How FGM fuels child marriages and teenage pregnancies in Meru

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-17 06:00:00

According to both state and non-state actors involved in combating FGM and early marriages, this harmful rite of passage is supported by some parents and even medical officers.

President has left out the Meru people, Kiraitu claims

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-23 06:00:00

Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi is crying foul over President William Ruto’s recent government appointments.

How I silenced the ghosts of Somalia war

By Phares Mutembei   2024-12-29 08:42:21

His very first elimination of the enemy was of an Al-Shabab terrorist in Somalia, and it left him “disturbed”.

Mwangaza, county board clash over staff recruitment

By Phares Mutembei   2025-01-12 14:03:44

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has opposed planned recruitment of hundreds of workers by the County Public Service Board.

Farmers defy court, elect new tea factory directors

By Phares Mutembei   2025-01-13 12:21:03

Leadership wrangles that split farmers and their representatives at Miciimikuru Tea Factory in Tigania, Meru County, have escalated.

Forest restoration efforts bear fruit in Meru

By Phares Mutembei   2025-01-14 16:30:44

The tree cover in forests and riparian areas in Meru has increased due to partnerships with local communities.

Meru politicians plead with Ruto to spare Water CS Mugaa

By Phares Mutembei   2025-01-15 15:15:04

A section of politicians from Meru County have pleaded with President William Ruto not to sack Water Cabinet Secretary Eric Muugaa.

Kiamuriuki Forest: Hidden hub of Mount Kenya's illegal bhang trade

By Phares Mutembei   2025-01-22 08:20:00

The Kiamuriuki Forest block in Chuka, Tharaka Nithi County, is not only a vital source of livelihood for hundreds of thousands of people but also a source of pain for others.

'Principal Mugwe': Former CS Jacob Kaimenyi named spiritual leader

By Phares Mutembei   2025-01-28 15:35:19

Kaimenyi who is the current Chairman of the Ameru Community Cultural Stakeholders Association will promote cultural heritage and unity of the Meru people.