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11/08/2025

SPORTS UPDATE
MUTETI WA MUTETI LAUNCHES YOUTH POOL TABLE TOURNAMENT TO NURTURE TALENT
By Daniel Nzia Senior Writer
A Makueni politician has launched a pool table tournament with a view to preparing the youth for national and international competitions in pool gaming.
Muteti wa Muteti said the tournament dubbed Muteti wa Muteti tournament will be played across the seven electoral wards in Makueni constituency.
He said he would offer cash and a pool table to the top three winners of the tournament.
"I will give cash awards and a poll table to the top three players at the end of the tournament to help them start small-scale businesses," he said.
Muteti wa Muteti, who has declared his interest in the Makueni constituency parliamentary seat, added he would facilitate the registration of the poll table teams players in the constituency so that they can be able to participate in national competitions.
A total of 400 pool table players gathered at Kathonzweni town for the tournament on Sunday.
The players thanked Muteti wa Muteti for initiating the constituency tournament, saying the game will keep them away from indulging in illicit brews and hard drugs

11/08/2025

UPDATE
Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has said his administration is deliberate in creating a conducive environment to attract investors and partners.
Earlier today the Governor held a fruitful engagement with Sunbase Project Consultants Ltd, led by Chairman Douglas Kanyamu.

Sunbase, known for its expertise in project management, construction, and energy efficiency, is currently supporting the County in identifying investors for the revival of the Meru National Park.

Mutuma said the collaboration aims to restore the park's vibrancy, with clear frameworks being developed to guide equitable revenue sharing between the County Government and potential investors.
He says the efforts marks a key step in transforming Meru into a destination for sustainable tourism and conservation-based economic growth.

"Beyond conservation, our discussions with Sunbase also explored the untapped potential of waste-to-energy initiatives. With their technical capacity and expansive network, the consultancy sees Meru as fertile ground for a circular economy model that leverages waste management to generate economic value. As we pursue these opportunities, our commitment remains firm to build a prosperous, sustainable Meru for our people through strategic partnerships and visionary development" he added.

10/08/2025

SPORTS UPDATE
HUNDREDS TURN UP FOR EMBU'S CAMP NDUNDA FALLS MUDATHON
Brian Malila
Hundreds of nature lovers, fitness enthusiasts, and adventure seekers thronged Camp Ndunda Falls in Embu County for the annual Mudathon, an event that blends athletic fun with environmental conservation.

According to Superior Wangui, the Head of Marketing at Camp Ndunda Falls, this year’s edition was about was about leaving a green footprint.
“This Mudathon is our way of giving back to nature while promoting sustainable tourism. This year, we planted 1,000 trees at Njukiri Forest, just as we have done in every edition,” she said.

Jeremiah Njiru, Chairman of the Njukiri Community Forest Association, revealed that the event has helped rehabilitate over 50 acres of forest land by planting indigenous trees.
“Every participant here plays a role in restoring our forest. This is a movement worth supporting,” he said.

The effort has also earned praise from conservation leaders. Mercy Njeri Kariuki, Conservator at Njukiri East Conservancy, said Camp Ndunda Falls has set a new standard for how tourism sites can integrate conservation.

Babra Kwena a participant lauded the initiative stating that it was worthy participating saying that she was happy that she made an impact by planting a tree.
“I’m happy I took part. Planting a tree and knowing I made a difference feels amazing.” She said.

For Nicholas Mwangi from Kenyatta University, the Mudathon was more than a race.
“It was a good experience challenging, fun, and rewarding at the same time,” he said.
PHOTOS
Participants compete at Camp Ndunda falls Mudathon

09/08/2025

UPDATE:
TEST PUMPING OF UNOA COMPREHENSIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOREHOLE
The borehole was drilled courtesy of the Office of First Lady Rachael Ruto in honour of the Day of the African Child celebration hosted at the school.
The project aims at delivering clean, sustainable water to benefit both the school and the surrounding community in Wote town.

09/08/2025

UPDATE:
MAKUENI BOOSTS HEALTH SERVICES TO EASE WOTE HOSPITAL CONGESTION
BY GOVERNOR PRESS SERVICE
Health services in facilities around Wote town are receiving a major upgrade as the Makueni County Government moves to ease the pressure on the County Referral Hospital and the maternity wing at the Mother and Child Hospital.

In collaboration with Eni Kenya, the county has already put into operation a newly equipped maternity block, complete with a septic-tank-linked ablution facility.

The initiative includes the ongoing transformation of Kambi Mawe Dispensary into a Level 3 facility.

The dispensary now boasts a modern ablution block designed with disability-friendly features, ensuring accessibility for persons with mobility challenges.

Beyond infrastructure, the partnership with Eni Kenya also supports maternal and child health programs and strengthens the blood donation unit at the County Referral Hospital.

The new ablution block at Kambi Mawe will be officially commissioned by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr in the coming days, marking another milestone in the county’s mission to bring quality healthcare closer to residents.

09/08/2025

NEWS UPDATE
MBARIRE VOWS DEVELOPMENT FOR MANYATTA CONSTITUENCY DESPITE MP's OPPOSITION POLITICS
By Brian Malila
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire has assured residents of Manyatta Constituency that they will not be sidelined in development plans by the government because their Member of Parliament, Gitonga Mukunji is aligning himself with the opposition.

Addressing the media moments after launching the tarmacking of the KWS–Mama Ngina road in Embu Town together with KURA officers, the governor maintained that service delivery in Embu County will remain fair and inclusive, regardless of political differences.

“During my tenure, I will continue serving the people of Manyatta with utmost energy because they elected the government of the day. I will defend their development without fear in the national government. If others have chosen to do opposition politics, let them continue with their politics,” Mbarire asserted.

She accused Mukunji of political double speak, saying it was ironic for the MP to criticize the government while at the same time posing for photographs at project sites funded and implemented by the same administration.

Mbarire further dismissed Mukunji’s claims that she was involved in his arrest and the arrests of other anti-government critics. She challenged such leaders to take responsibility for their own actions instead of seeking political sympathy by dragging her name into controversies.

“The truth is, each person should carry their own cross. If you are in trouble with the law, face it like a leader instead of blaming others for your misfortunes,” she remarked.

The governor reiterated her commitment to ensuring that all parts of Embu benefit from infrastructure, healthcare, and other key government programs, saying that development should never be used as a political weapon.

Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) Director General Silas Kinoti, who accompanied Mbarire, announced that the national government had set aside Sh123 million to tarmac several roads in Embu Town and other major trading centres within the county.
PHOTO:
Embu governor Cecily Mbarire (centre) together with director General KURA ,Silas Kinoti (second right) walk through KWS mama Ngina Road :By Brian Malila.

09/08/2025

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09/08/2025

REPORT OF THE AUDITOR.GENERAL ON NATIONAL CEREALS AND PRODUCE BOARD FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE,2024
UNACCOUNTED FOR INVENTORIES
The statement of financial position reflects inventories of Kshs.4,202,138,801 as at 30 June, 2024.
Review of the Board of survey report signed by the relevant officers appointed to conduct board of survey at the end of the financial year revealed that physical stock counted in some stores of the NCPB were less than the stock balance in the ledger cards.
The officers in the depots could not account for the stock worth Kshs.2,781,633.
In the circumstances, the accuracy, completeness and validity of inventories totalling Kshs.4,202,138,801 could not be confirmed.
BANK AND CASH BALANCES
The statement of financial position as at 30 June 2024 reflect bank and cash balances of Kshs.4,649,039,248.
Review of the cash books, bank statements and bank
reconciliations revealed loss of cash by current and former staff totalling Kshs.4,436,815 dating back to 201912020. No proper explanation was provided for the loss of cash by the staff of the corporation.
In the circumstances, the accuracy, completeness and validity of cash and cash equivalent could not be confirmed.
UNSATISFACTORY MATTERS IN TRADE DEBTORS AND PREPAYMENTS
The statement of financial position reflects trade debtors and prepayments totalling Kshs.15,342,279,846 as disclosed in the financial statements after provision for bad and doubtful debts totalling Kshs.1 ,004,672,704 is made on the gross balance totalling Kshs.1 ,758,421,716 as at 30 June,2024.
However, the balance contains the following unsatisfactory matters:
The balance includes trade debtors totalling Kshs.1 ,758,421,716.
However, included in the balance are debtors totalling Kshs.750,033,616 representing 43% of trade debtors that have been outstanding for more than twelve (12) years.
Although a cumulative bad debts provision amounting to Kshs.1 ,004,672,704 has been made in these financial statements, the extent of possible recovery of the debts could not be confirmed as there were no records of effort to recover them.
UNSUPPORTED MEDICAL ADVANCES
Further, included in the receivables balance is Kshs.5,668,522 in respect of medical advances given to the employees.
However, the balance was not sufficiently supported by relevant documentations such as staff requisitions, Board resolutions on settling of medical bills for individual staff and policies on how debts would be written off in case of death of the staff involved.
ENCROACHMENT ON THE BOARD'S PROPERTY
Audit inspections at sampled depots revealed encroachment by private parties on the Board's property.
In Bungoma, an encroacher had fenced plot number 485 where the
Bungoma silos are located and leased it to a garage operator.
In Kisii County there were structures irregularly built by third parties at Block 3/48 measuring 0.0167 ha and Block 3/150 measuring 0.0302 ha.
No records were provided to indicate the effort made by Management to recover these lands.
In Nakuru County, the Board did not have ownership documents for land LR/No.3490/16 measuring 0.0878 hectares and it was not possible to physically identify the said land for audit verification.
In Kericho County, there were permanent residential houses built and occupied by third parties who claimed to own the properties and allotment letters for three of the Board's properties Block.5/65 or L.R NO.631/488, Block.5/66 or L.R No.631/505 and Block.5/67 or L.R No.631/504 measuring 0.03 ha (hectares),0.0389 hectares and 0.0335 hectares respectively.
The circumstances under which the land ceased to belong to the Board were not explained.
In addition, the properties Block.5/138, Block.2l49 and Block.5/165 measuring 0.0654 hectares, 0.7284 hectares and 0.0654 hectares had their beacons moved inwards from one side and lost tens of meters of land.
In Kakamega County Depot the tenant leasing the land had built permanent structures and also repainted the NCPB office.
There were no records indicating that the developments on the property - Bock.1/640 were approved by the Board of Directors.

09/08/2025

IN PICTURES:
PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO IS CURRENTLY HOSTING NAIROBI COUNTY EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME, STATE HOUSE

09/08/2025

AUDIT REPORT RAISES CONCERNS ABOUT THE DELAYED PROJECT COMPLETION WORTH KSH75.5 MILLION IN NYATIKE CONSTITUENCY
BY INVESTIGATIVE TEAM
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has released a report showing the rot at the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) in Nyatike Constituency.
The report raises concerns about the delayed project completion worth Ksh75.5 million in Nyatike Constituency.
Review of the project implementation status report for the year revealed that various projects amounting to Ksh75,527,800 had been delayed and were at different levels/stages of implementation.
In the circumstances, value for money on projects amounting to Ksh75,527,800 could not be confirmed,” the report states.
The report further raises concerns about unsupported fuel, oil, and lubricants expenditure of Ksh450,000 that lacked proper documentation, including fuel registers, work tickets, detailed orders, local service orders, and consumption statements from contracted suppliers.
However,Members of Parliament have criticised fund account managers for the alleged misuse of National Government-Constituency Development Funds (NG-CDF), insisting they should bear full responsibility for the financial irregularities flagged by the Auditor-General.
UNSUPPORTED FUEL, OIL AND LUBRICANTS EXPENDITURE
According to the report,the statement of receipts and payments reflects use of goods and services amount of
Kshs.6,424,372 as disclosed in Note 6 to the financial statements.
Included in the amount,is fuel, oil & lubricants amount of Kshs.450,000.
However, the expenditure was not supported by fuel registers, work tickets, detailed orders, local service orders and statements of consumption from the contracted suppliers.
In this circumstance, the accuracy and fair statement of fuel, oil and lubricants amount of Kshs.450, 000 could not be confirmed.
LACK OF BURSARY QUARTERLY REPORTS
The statement of receipts and payments reflects other grants and transfers amount totalling Kshs 68,517,409 as disclosed in the financial statements.
Included in this amount are bursaries to secondary schools and tertiary institutions amounts of Kshs.40,791 ,338 and Kshs.23,41 1 ,010 respectively.
Review of the bursary payment vouchers revealed that Management did not prepare quarterly bursary reports on the effectiveness of the bursary programme together with the list of the beneficiaries.
This was contrary to Paragraph g (i & ii) page 6 & 22 of NG-CDF
Board circular referenced NGCDFB/CEO/BOARDCIRCULARS Vo.ll (021) on Guidelines for administration of Education bursary scheme requiring Fund Manager to submit quarterly reports to the Board by 12th day of the ensuing month in the format provided in Annex 4 of the circular.
DELAY IN DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FROM THE BOARD
Summary statement of appropriation reflects transfers from National Government Constituencies Development Fund Board amount of Kshs.214,075,373.
However, the amount of Kshs 214,075,373 includes Kshs.44,096,626 or 21o/o of total receipts being an opening balance during the year while Kshs.51,220,994 relates to funding for the financial year 2022l2023.
This is contrary to Section 39(2) of the National Government
Constituencies Development Fund Act, 201 5 which states that the disbursement of funds to the Constituency Fund account shall be effected at the beginning of the first quarter of each financial year with an initial amount equivalent to twenty-five per centum of the allocation for the constituency and thereafter the Constituency Fund account shall be replenished in three equal instalments at the beginning of the second, third and fourth quarters of the financial year.
Further Section 40(1) which stipulates that the Board shall ensure that the list of projects forwarded to it by each constituency is, upon approval, funded in accordance with the Act.
In the circumstances, the Board was in breach of the law
BUDGETARY CONTROL AND PERFORMANCE
The summary statement of appropriation reflects final receipts budget and actual amount on comparable of Kshs.272,165,873 and Kshs.214,081,334 respectively resulting in underfunding of Kshs.58,084,539 or 21o/o of the budget.
Similarly, the Fund spent a total amount of Kshs.188,818,428 against actual receipts of Kshs.214,081,334 resulting to an under-utilization of Kshs.25,662,906 or 12o/o of the actual receipts.

08/08/2025

UPDATE
Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has been declared Patron of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) Meru Chapter, in a ceremony presided over by the President of the Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Erick Ruto on Friday night.

In his address,Mutuma applauded the leadership of the Chapter for their continued dedication in uplifting the communities.

He said his administration remains deliberate in creating a conducive environment for business to thrive, with a strong focus on paying pending bills and ensuring peace and security.

"We are working closely with the National Government to upgrade our markets and expand urban infrastructure through the Kenya Urban Support Programme, creating investor-friendly spaces across the county" he said

The Governor disclosed ongoing upgrade of Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital will expand healthcare access not only within Meru but across the region.

Said Mutuma,business flourishes where there is stability, and we must all be vigilant in protecting our wealth and property. This partnership with KNCCI is part of our broader mission to transform Meru into a hub of prosperity and opportunity for all. Let us build a county where business thrives and shared prosperity is a reality.

07/08/2025

UPDATE
‎MACHAKOS COUNTY IDENTIFIED AS A NEW INVESTMENT FRONTIER IN AUTOMOTIVE SECTOR
BY Daniel Nzia Senior Writer
Machakos County has been identified as an emerging key player in attracting investment and driving local development.
‎This follows the latest expansion into the automotive industry by Isuzu East Africa as a major milestone for Kenya's industrial growth.
‎Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry Lee Kinyanjui congratulated Isuzu East Africa on its expansion venture, describing it as a win for the country’s manufacturing and job creation agenda.
‎“Any initiative that brings growth,more jobs, more investments, is always welcome for Kenya. This move strengthens our footprint in the automotive industry, and it is a very welcome development,” said CS Kinyanjui.
‎Speaking during the ground breaking ceremony for the company's expansion project at Lukenya area in Machakos County,Kinyanjui
emphasized the government's focus on value addition, urging stakeholders to explore local production of spare parts.
‎“That’s the next frontier,creating more industries within our borders, including here in Machakos and across other counties,” he said.
‎Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti echoed the CS’s sentiments, affirming the county’s readiness to host new industries and create opportunities for local communities.
‎“Machakos continues to position itself as an ideal destination for investment by offering a conducive environment for businesses to thrive,” she said.
‎The Governor noted that the ripple effects are already being felt,from job creation to increased business for local suppliers and the hospitality sector with more industries setting up shop in the county.
She affirmed her government's commitment to ensuring that new investors prioritize the employment of local residents, in line with her administration's development goals and legal requirements.
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