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Muriithi Mugo

Embu suppliers back digital procurement system to eliminate cartels

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-02-17 12:15:17

Suppliers in Embu County have welcomed the government’s rollout of the Electronic Government Procurement system

Relief as new bridge ends decades of tragedy in Mbeere North

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-02-17 13:02:08

Residents of Mbeere North can finally breathe a sigh of relief following the completion of a new bridge across the River Ena along the Kanyuambora–Kamumu–Siakago road.

No home to return to for woman after 25 years in prison

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-03-06 06:00:00

A woman who was set free after 25 years at Embu Women’s Prison is facing an uncertain future after her family declined to receive her back home.

Petitioner pressed to justify claims of irregularities in Mbeere North by-election

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-03-10 16:19:37

The hearing of the Mbeere North by-election petition continued at the High Court in Embu, with dramatic exchanges during cross-examination of the petitioner by the respondents lawyers.

Farmers in Mt Kenya region call for more extension officers to boost dairy production

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-03-15 13:03:34

Dairy farmers in Embu, Tharaka Nithi, and Meru counties are appealing to county governments to increase the number of agricultural extension officers 

Wamuthende's fate now lies with the court

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-03-21 14:00:00

The defense team also dismissed allegations linking CS Geoffrey Ruku to interference in polling station operations

Embu Catholic Priest urges decency in political discourse

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-03-23 10:36:03

A Catholic Church cleric in Embu County has accused politicians of abandoning integrity and turning public discourse into a platform for insults.

Authorities probe deaths of two protesters in Ishiara unrest

By Muriithi Mugo   2026-04-14 18:49:38

Authorities have launched investigations into the fatal shooting of two protesters during demonstrations at Ishiara Market in Mbeere North, Embu County.