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Erastus Mulwa

CAK clears Holcim's stake sale in EAPCC amid MPs' concerns

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-03 15:21:30

Joel Omari told the Trade and Investment Committee of the National Assembly that the acquisition will not interfere with the control of the cement maker, and there was no risk over market dominance.

Universal Traders Sacco cuts external debt, unveils Sh 50 million women's fund

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-14 16:05:05

Universal Traders Sacco has announced a major reduction in its external debt as part of efforts to strengthen its financial position and support members in the lower Eastern region.

Honouring undeserving people harms letter and spirit of Constitution

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-15 08:00:00

There has been much hype about whether some people nominated for national honours truly merit it, given their questionable reputation.

Private colleges urge govt to extend HELB to TVET and diploma students

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-17 17:31:50

Private colleges and vocational training institutions have urged the Government to review the policy in the HELB to ensure students pursuing various courses benefit from State sponsorship.

Mumbuni North by-election: It's all about Kalonzo's 2027 bid, say Wiper troops

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-23 16:41:21

Machakos governor, Wavinya Ndeti rallied MPs, senators, MCAs and senior officials in her government to drum up support for Anthony Kisoi, the party’s pick for the forthcoming by-election.

Why lecturers are demanding Sh7.9 billion

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-25 07:00:00

The Universities Academic Staff Union (Uasu) has demanded the immediate release of Sh7.9 billion owed to its members.

Machakos clears the air over claims of "starving health workers"

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-28 21:01:42

The County Government of Machakos has come out to clarify allegations that a section of staff working as cleaners had gone for months without pay.

Nairobi City county unveils childcare mapping tool

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-10-31 10:39:57

The innovative development was unveiled at a Machakos hotel during a consultative forum, bringing together senior city county officials and representatives.

Lecturers' strike: Kalonzo hits out at Ruto

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-11-04 15:31:13

Kalonzo advised President Ruto to divert the money he has been using for political management to compensate the striking dons.

Machakos shifts focus on weirs to boost food production

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-11-06 15:52:18

Machakos ranked at position six among Kenya’s counties after recording 10.98 billion worth of value of maize.

Ruto in Ukambani: Don't be stuck in the opposition, president tells residents

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-11-13 09:51:54

William Ruto on began his four-day development tour of the Lower Eastern region with a passionate appeal to residents to shun opposition politics and embrace the government.

Machakos DG Mwangangi hits back at CS Mutua in Mumbuni North by-election row

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-11-22 22:09:17

Machakos DG Francis Mwangangi has told off Labour CS Alfred Mutua over a claim that Wiper Patriotic Front was planning to rig Mumbuni North by-elections.

Chap Chap humbled as Kalonzo man wins Mumbuni North ward seat

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-11-28 10:30:15

The explosive contest for the Mumbuni North Ward seat in Machakos Town Constituency has finally settled the political debate as to who the boss is in Ukambani’s political landscape.

Kalonzo says opposition drafting petition to challenge Mbeere North, Malava results

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-12-01 10:28:05

According to Kalonzo, they have overwhelming evidence that President William Ruto used bribery and unleashed violence to influence voting.

How CBE compliance gave private schools an edge in KJSEA

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-12-13 09:52:20

An analysis of selected institutions shows alignment with CBE requirements and passion for excellence, which defined a sharp rift between private and public schools across Machakos County.

Giant society turns to land lease to grow revenues

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-12-19 07:42:00

Dominic Nthwao told members during the Annual General Meeting that land leasing was the only key generator of the society’s finances

Wavinya warns against road reserve encroachment as Machakos pushes infrastructure drive

By Erastus Mulwa   2025-12-20 16:54:54

Wavinya has cautioned residents to desist from encroaching on road reserves, terming it a major setback to her government’s infrastructure development.

Machakos-based KTN Journalist dies

By Erastus Mulwa   2026-01-06 17:57:07

The media fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the death of Standard Media Group correspondent for Machakos, Japheth Makau.

Old guard shown the door in Machakos Kuppet elections

By Erastus Mulwa   2026-01-11 13:43:21

Teachers overwhelmingly voted out long-serving Kuppet branch executive secretary, Muusembi Katuku, ending his 24-year reign at the helm of the union.

Grief and praise as KTN scribe Makau is laid to rest in Makueni

By Erastus Mulwa   2026-01-17 09:33:32

Makau, who was based in Machakos County, passed away on January 6, 2026 at Machakos Level 5 Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment.