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Rironi - Mau Summit road expansion. That is the aerial view. Will it help secure Ruto 2nd term?
19/09/2026

Rironi - Mau Summit road expansion. That is the aerial view. Will it help secure Ruto 2nd term?

The courage of Hon. Mwengi Mutuse, OGW is truly remarkable.As the Member of Parliament for Kibwezi West, he has establis...
19/09/2026

The courage of Hon. Mwengi Mutuse, OGW is truly remarkable.

As the Member of Parliament for Kibwezi West, he has established himself as a leader willing to speak his mind, defend principles and stand firm even when taking difficult positions.

His legal background, parliamentary experience and service in public administration have shaped a leader who understands both the law and the responsibilities of public office.

Parliament records show his involvement in key committees, including Justice and Legal Affairs and Budget and Appropriations.

What stands out about Mwengi Mutuse is his confidence, resilience and determination to engage issues directly.

He continues to champion development, infrastructure, water and other matters affecting wananchi.

His recognition with the Order of the Grand Warrior reflects his distinguished public service.

Engineer in his element.
19/09/2026

Engineer in his element.

18/09/2026

Kalonzo is a political failure. After 40 years, nothing to show. - Ni**od Mbai

18/09/2026

Asee ma Kathonzweni massage wathi ou

18/09/2026

Riggy G, speaking in Kansas City, has assured Kenyans that a new government would scrap the Housing Levy. He further alleged that the current housing programme amounts to theft and claimed that funds collected through the Housing Levy are being held at Sidian Bank, which he alleged is owned by Kasongo, to generate profits.

Fundi wa Siasa?
18/09/2026

Fundi wa Siasa?

Hon. Irene Kasalu Muthoni, the Woman Representative for Kitui County, is a remarkable Kenyan leader whose journey reflec...
18/09/2026

Hon. Irene Kasalu Muthoni, the Woman Representative for Kitui County, is a remarkable Kenyan leader whose journey reflects academic excellence, elegance and dedication to public service.

She is a beautiful and elegant lady who carries herself with confidence, grace and dignity, making her stand out both in public service and in her personal presentation.

Kasalu has an impressive academic and professional background. She holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics, an MSc in Finance and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Nairobi.

Before joining Parliament, she worked in financial services and served as a lecturer at the University of Nairobi and Meru University.

She believes strongly in education, empowerment and creating opportunities for young people and vulnerable members of society.

Through her leadership, she has championed scholarships, vocational training and initiatives supporting girls and families.

Hon. Irene Kasalu represents a blend of beauty, intelligence, elegance and purposeful leadership in Kitui County.

The next Kitui County GOVERNOR?

Kibwezi Town is one of the historic urban centres of Makueni County, located along the Nairobi Mombasa corridor.Its hist...
18/09/2026

Kibwezi Town is one of the historic urban centres of Makueni County, located along the Nairobi Mombasa corridor.

Its history is closely connected to the railway, colonial administration and long standing Kamba settlement.

One documented local interpretation says the name Kibwezi came from the Kamba expression meaning “to stand akimbo”(kwîkwata kîvose), associated with farmers reacting to the noise of the early railway.

Another older account links the name to coins used by coastal caravaneers, showing that its origin has more than one historical interpretation.

Kibwezi also has a remarkable missionary history. In 1891, the Scottish Mission established one of its early stations here, making the town important in education and health development.

Over the past five years, Kibwezi has continued to expand through new businesses, improved lighting, transport activity, government services and growing creative industries.

The town retains strong Kamba traditions, including cultural music, storytelling, farming practices and community celebrations.

Today, Kibwezi remains an important commercial gateway linking Makueni with the Coast and Nairobi.

Mbui Nzau, meaning “White Goat,” is a group of hills in Kibwezi, Makueni County, with deep cultural and spiritual signif...
18/09/2026

Mbui Nzau, meaning “White Goat,” is a group of hills in Kibwezi, Makueni County, with deep cultural and spiritual significance among the Akamba people.

According to Kamba oral traditions, the hills were regarded as a sacred place, or Ithembo, where ancestral ceremonies, sacrifices and prayers were performed during times of hardship, drought, disease and other calamities.

One of the best known traditional stories connects the name Mbui Nzau to a mysterious white goat. Elders narrate that the goat would mysteriously appear on the hill in the early morning, shortly after sunrise.

Its repeated appearances became part of the folklore surrounding the sacred hills and contributed to the name “Mbui Nzau.”

For generations, the Kamba have associated the area with ancestral spirits, sacred rituals and supernatural occurrences.

Today, Mbui Nzau remains an important part of Kamba heritage, oral history and cultural identity, while also attracting interest as a natural and cultural tourism site.

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