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22 Killed in Grisly Kanga Road Crash on Nairobi-Mombasa Highway

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By LYDIA NGOOLO 

At least 22 people have been confirmed dead following a head-on collision at Kanga along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway on Sunday morning.

Wreckage of the ill-fated bus and tractor. MWINGI TIMES |Lydia Ngoolo



The accident occurred at around 7:45am when a bus belonging to the Power of the World Church International, registration number KCN 373N, collided with a TIPA trailer, registration number KDB 473W/ZG504FW.

According to Makueni County Commissioner Khalif Abdullahi, the Isuzu bus was heading to Mombasa from Nairobi with 45 passengers on board when the driver attempted to overtake a fleet of vehicles.

He said the driver lost control, causing the bus to skid off the road and land on its right side on the opposite lane, where it rammed into the oncoming trailer.

The trailer driver reportedly tried to swerve to avoid the collision, but the crash was unavoidable.

Makueni County Chief Officer for Health, Dr Harvey Mulei, said four county ambulances were immediately dispatched to the scene to evacuate casualties. He said 14 survivors are admitted at Mtito Andei Sub-County Hospital, while two others were referred to Makindu Sub-County Hospital for specialized treatment.

The tragedy comes barely days after another fatal crash along the same highway claimed 17 lives involving passengers traveling from Mombasa.



President Ruto Outlines His Development Record in Ukambani

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By PCS

President William Ruto has commended Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka for his remarks that God is using the President to drive development in Ukambani, saying the opposition leader is also being used by God to publicise the Government’s achievements.
President William Ruto issues title deeds to Ukambani residents during his first day of development tour in the region.He is flanked by Labour CS Alfred Mutua, Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai, among other leaders from both national and county governments|COURTESY

He appreciated Mr Musyoka’s recognition of his development efforts, particularly road construction, and explained that his administration was implementing projects aimed at improving access to infrastructure, water and healthcare in Ukambani and across the country.

Speaking when he began a four-day development tour of Machakos,  Makueni  and Kitui Counties on Saturday, President Ruto took issue with some leaders whom he accused of refusing to acknowledge national transformation even when development had been "implemented near their homes".

But he praised Mr Musyoka for acknowledging the milestones the Government has achieved even as other leaders continued to pour scorn on the Government’s record. “Jameni, Bwana Kalonzo ako na ukweli. Mahali kazi imefanyika anasema imefanyika,” the President said. (Mr Kalonzo is genuine and tells the truth. Where the Government has made progress, he acknowledges).

He commended what he termed as the opposition leader’s willingness to recognise development where it has been delivered.

 At the same time,  President Ruto  urged residents of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui counties to support his re-election bid, saying his administration has given priority to development, equity and service delivery across the country. 

The  President regretted that the region had been marginalised for a long time because of bad politics. "Ukambani region has lagged behind in infrastructure and other forms of development because of the bad politics of marginalisation and tribalism," he said. 

He told off leaders claiming that his administration has not implemented development projects across the country, describing them as dishonest. "Our development track record in affordable housing, universal healthcare, modern markets, roads, financial inclusion, water and agriculture, among other sectors, speak for itself.  The projects are there for all to see," President Ruto pointed out.

Additionally, President Ruto noted that some people are angry at him because he has ensured equal distribution of resources across all parts of the country. "There are people who are mad at me because I have ensured development funds get to all parts of the country. I wonder why they are angry at me yet the law is clear on the distribution of national resources," he said. 

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wa urged the Wiper Party leader to join hands with President Ruto, saying those who are working with him in the opposition are dishonest. "Those who are working with our brother Kalonzo are hypocrites who betrayed former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and now they want to do the same to Kalonzo," he said. 

Meanwhile, President Ruto announced that the Government has provided KSh 11 billion to accelerate the completion of works on Thwake Dam. He pointed out that Thwake Dam is the largest water project to be undertaken in Kenya, saying the project is scheduled to be completed by April 2027. "With the establishment of the National Infrastructure Fund, we now have a plan and resources to build more dams and deliver water for domestic use, livestock and irrigation," President Ruto stated. 

Earlier, President Ruto launched the KSh1.4 billion Kyambeke-Kyuasini-Ukia road and commissioned the KSh1.5 billion Kyambeke-Kikoko road in Kaiti Constituency, Makueni County.
 
He said the Government is investing KSh16 billion to build seven new roads - 180km - across Makueni County to open up the region, improve connectivity and unleash its economic potential.

He also issued 6,800 title deeds to the people of Kaiti Constituency at Kyambeke trading centre, Makueni County. "We are committed to fulfilling our promise to end land challenges across the country and give ownership to millions of Kenyans," he said. 

In Machakos County, the President commissioned the KSh1.47 billion Mwala Cluster Water Supply Project in Machakos County to address decades of water scarcity in the region. "With a supply capacity of 6.6 million litres a day, the project provides reliable access to clean water for 137,400 people and 10 institutions in 10 towns," he said. 

Phase Two of the project, a KSh500 million last mile plan, will extend water access to an additional 120,000 residents in Mwala Constituency.

The President said the Government is also building 10 new roads in Machakos County at a cost of KSh21 billion in our plan to open up every part of the country.

In Kwa Vonza, Kitui County, the President launched the tarmacking of the 10-kilometre Kwa Vonza-Kiusyani Road, which will be completed in 18 months.

"We are united in transforming every part of our country — including Machakos, Makueni and Kitui counties. No area or region will be marginalised or neglected because of its political inclination.That is what we mean by Usawa ni Sawa," said President Ruto. 

Cabinet Secretaries Eric Muuga (Water), Alfred Mutua (Labour) and Geoffrey Ruku (Public Service), and several MPs were also present.

MPs Mwengi Mutuse (Kibwezi West) and  Vincent Musyoka Kawaya (Mwala) told the residents of Ukambani to support President Ruto in 2027, saying he was committed to development of Kenya.

PS Mbaika hails Ruto’s development record in Ukambani

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By LYDIA NGOOLO 

The Principal Secretary for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Teresiah Mbaika, has commended President William Ruto for his development initiatives in the Ukambani region.

President William Ruto with PS Teresiah Mbaika and other leaders during the launch of Kyambeke-Kyuasini-Ukia Road in Makueni County. |COURTESY

Mbaika spoke in Kaiti Constituency, Makueni County, where she joined the President during his Ukambani development tour that saw the launch of the KSh1.4 billion Kyambeke-Kyuasini-Ukia road and the commissioning of the KSh1.5 billion Kyambeke-Kikoko road.

The PS said she has leveraged her position in government to push for Kaiti’s development priorities, pointing out that the two roads are a clear testament to the transformation taking place on the ground.

Additionally Mbaika noted that the upgraded road network has significantly improved market access for farmers, especially arrowroot farmers who previously struggled to move their produce.

She noted that farmers had resorted to hawking their crops along the roadsides because of poor connectivity, despite arrowroots fetching good prices in major markets like Nunguni and Machakos.

“One of the greatest achievements by the President in this area is the road network. It has completely changed our local economy. We are truly grateful,” Mbaika said.

She thanked the Head of State for giving special attention to infrastructure in Kaiti and the larger Ukambani region. “I have always engaged the President to champion projects for Kaiti. I can proudly point to several projects he has granted us and others he has helped fast track that would have otherwise stalled,” she said.

President Ruto, on his part, announced a KSh16 billion package to tarmac seven roads covering 180 kilometers across Makueni County to boost connectivity and spur economic growth.


Muteti unveils development agenda for Makueni constituency ahead of 2027 polls

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By LYDIA NGOOLO 

Chairperson of Special Economic Zones, Fred Muteti, has outlined his development agenda for Makueni Constituency ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Chairperson of Special Economic Zones Fred Muteti speaking at Kitise/Kithuki during grassroots leaders consultative meeting on October 24, 2026. MWINGI TIMES |Lydia Ngoolo

Muteti was speaking at Kitise/Kithuki Ward during consultative meeting with grassroots leaders to discuss the needs of residents and chart his priorities for the constituency.

He said his agenda will focus on ensuring locals directly benefit from the Thwake Multipurpose Dam, particularly through irrigation and agricultural development to boost food production, create opportunities and improve livelihoods.

Muteti also committed to prioritizing last mile electricity connectivity in areas that have remained without power for years. These include Ngunguuni, Kiambani Market, Kithanyoni, Nzouni Village and Market, Kasayani Market, Kingaangi Market, Mwakini Market, Kalelo Primary and Soweto Village.

He noted that expanding access to electricity will empower households, support local businesses and stimulate economic growth.

On infrastructure, Muteti pledged to push for the construction and tarmacking of the Mbuvo-Kitise and Kavumbu-Kithuki roads to improve connectivity, ease transportation and open up economic opportunities for residents.


Mukunji Opposes Plans to Amend Election Law on Live Streaming of Results

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By BRIAN MUSYOKA 

Manyatta Member of Parliament Gitonga Mukunji has opposed proposed changes to the election law that would bar the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) from live-streaming election results, warning that the move could undermine public confidence in the electoral process.
Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji

Speaking in Embu town while distributing computers to schools, Mukunji said any attempt to introduce changes that could limit transparency in the transmission of election results should be rejected.

The legislator argued that transparency remains a critical pillar of credible elections, noting that Kenyans must have confidence in the systems used to conduct elections and announce results.

Mukunji warned that restricting the live streaming of election results could raise unnecessary suspicions among voters and create doubts about the integrity of the electoral process. "Any attempt to interfere with election laws now is uncalled for. Anything bringing opaqueness in election should be opposed," Mukunji said.

He maintained that electoral reforms should focus on strengthening transparency, accountability and public trust rather than introducing measures that could make the process less open to scrutiny.

The MP called on his colleagues in the National Assembly to reject any proposal seeking to amend the law in a manner that would prevent the IEBC from live-streaming election results.

Mukunji further observed that public confidence in elections is essential for maintaining peace and political stability, adding that Kenyans should be able to follow the process and understand how electoral outcomes are determined.

His remarks come amid debate over the legal framework governing the management, transmission and announcement of election results, with transparency remaining a key issue in discussions about electoral credibility.

The legislator urged Parliament to safeguard the gains made in promoting openness in elections, insisting that any changes to electoral laws should strengthen public confidence in the IEBC and protect the integrity of the country's democratic process.
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