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Tseikuru Deputy County Commissioner Anetta Mwangi (centre), OCPD Joachim Meja (in striped shirt), police officers and area assistant chiefs show part of illicit brews recovered on January 19,2026 during a raid in Mukamene village, Nziitu sublocation, Tseikuru location,  Kitui county.  The area was thrust to the national limelight when MWINGI TIMES reported tens of locals taking Illicit brews at Mukuna Ikuu river banks just nearby. |MWINGI TIMES

In an coordinated manner,  the officers surrounded the household of Musyoki Mbaluka which had stored brews. Tseikuru OCPD Joachim Meja told MWINGI TIMES that the officers destroyed plastic tanks used to store the liquor in order to curb the brewing taking place in the area.

Leading the administrators was Tseikuru Deputy County Commissioner Anetta Mwangi. The notoriety of Mukamene village appear to underscore a deeper rot. During the raids, a few school going children sat idling in the village while their peers were in school. 

To underscore the shock that befell the village a kilometer from Tseikuru town,  drinking dens which are usually noisy and full of fermented frothy drinks were abandoned with owners and patrons taking to the bushes and river banks to take cover as well as preserve their illicit drinks.  Among those who fled was a pregnant woman.

They left nothing to chance including allegedly hiding liquors in brick stores, or tightly locking their houses not to be seen again. During the operation, police recovered at least two empty 20 litre jericans, and three mugs used by patrons to partake of illicit brews. 

When MWINGI TIMES arrived at Mukamene village a few minutes past 1pm, the team was upbeat to make arrests. Two hours later, the terrain had proven a big advantage to locals who went into hiding and those who remained behind didn't cooperate in giving crucial leads in nabbing suspects or uncovering more brew dens.

By the time we went to press, police were waiting for their Landcruiser to come and collect exhibits as investigations went on. The area has accessibility challenges. 

Mukasya which is prepared with yeast and other ingredients has adverse effects to users who report liver damage.

A section of over hundred locals taking mukasa illicit brews at  Mukuna Ikuu river, Nziitu sublocation, Tseikuru location, Kitui county on Sunday January  18, 2026.|MWINGI TIMES

Electricity outage in Muguusi trading centre, Kyuso Ward,  Kitui County has lasted for three months.  A welder in the area told MWINGI TIMES that he has incurred heavy losses due to prolonged blackout.|MWINGI TIMES

President Dr William Ruto greets young people from Machakos, Kitui and Makueni counties at the Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos Town during the launch of NYOTA programme yesterday. He was accompanied by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki (pictured),  Cabinet Secretaries and MPs.|PCS

The Head of State said due to digitisation of programmes like the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement(NYOTA), every young person had an equal and fair chance of qualifying for the startup capital.

"To eliminate brokers, middleman and use of connections,  and to make sure every young person in Kenya has an equal chance, we made a decision that no one would be recommended by anyone in the NYOTA programme. Everyone had to apply online", said Dr Ruto.

He was accompanied by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki,  Labour CS Alfred Mutua, Cooperatives and MSMEs CS Wycliffe Oparanya, Sports CS Salim Mvurya and Members of Parliament.

The President said NYOTA fund covers the whole country for young people to get business startup capital. "Today, this programme benefits between 70 and 80 young people in each of the country's 1450 wards".

From left; Dr Anifa Atuhaire  Kyambogo University, Uganda, Prof Mosol Kandagor, Moi University, Kenya,  Prof Idris A. Rai, Ag Executive Secretary, IUCEA, Dr Zainabu Idd, State University of Zanzibar, Dr Sarah Ndanu Ngesu, South Eastern Kenya University, Prof, Alexis Ndabarushimana, In-Charge of the Project, Dr Robert Ayine who facilitated the sessions and coordinated discussions in line with the East African Community’s higher education agenda and other IUCEA staff pose for a group photo in Entebbe,  Uganda during a regional workshop for developing academic benchmarks for the Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili programme.  The workshop was held from June 16th to June 18th 2025.

The workshop convened Kiswahili experts from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Somalia, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to create a unified academic framework that will guide curriculum design, teaching practices, student assessment, and quality assurance in Kiswahili programmes at the university level.

Kenya was represented by Dr. Sarah Ndanu Mwangangi Ngesu of South Eastern Kenya University and Prof. Mosol Kandagor of Moi University, both respected leaders in Kiswahili education and curriculum development.

Other representatives included:

*Burundi: Dr. Irankeje Fiacre and Mr. Mahariyo Innocent

*Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC): Prof. Kaby Muhubao and Mr. Kitandala Lulonga Zola

*Rwanda: Dr. Wallace Kapele Mlaga and Mr. Sylvain Ntawiyanga

*Somalia: Dr. Abdullah Ibrahim Mohamed

*Uganda: Dr. Atuhaire Anifa, Dr. Richard Ouma, and Dr. Boaz Mutungi

*Tanzania: Dr. Zainabu Idd and Dr. Rajabu Chipila

The workshop was led by senior officers from IUCEA, including Prof. Alexis Ndabarushimana, Prof. Michael Mawa, and Dr. Robert Ayine, who facilitated the sessions and coordinated discussions in line with the East African Community’s higher education agenda.

The core aim of the workshop was to develop harmonized academic benchmarks for the Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili programme, providing a shared standard for course content, learning outcomes, and pedagogical approaches. This harmonization will help ensure academic quality across institutions while reinforcing Kiswahili’s role as a scholarly and cultural pillar of East Africa.

In her remarks, Dr. Sarah Ngesu highlighted the long-term value of the exercise: “This process will ensure that the teaching of Kiswahili at the university level reflects shared academic standards across East Africa. It is about more than just harmonization; it is about safeguarding the future of Kiswahili as a language of knowledge, identity, and unity.”

One of the most promising outcomes of the benchmarking initiative is the potential to enhance student mobility across the region. A harmonized curriculum will make it easier for students to transfer credits, enrol in institutions outside their home countries, and have their qualifications recognized across East Africa. This will foster academic exchange, cultural interaction, and deeper regional integration.

The initiative supports broader continental goals, aligning with the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the East African Community’s education harmonization strategy. By positioning Kiswahili as a language of instruction, diplomacy, and innovation, the benchmarks will contribute to the development of a robust, inclusive, and future-ready African education system.

As the workshop concluded on 18th June 2025, participants expressed confidence that the outcomes would serve as a cornerstone for the future of Kiswahili in higher education and as a catalyst for deeper academic collaboration across borders.

Kenya Dairy Board Chairman Genesio Mugo addressing milk farmers at Kigari Teachers' College Embu. MWINGI TIMES |Brian Musyoka

The farmers say placing the factory under farmer ownership would boost milk production, curb persistent wastage and increase incomes across Embu and neighbouring counties.

Speaking in Embu during the launch of the EMKITHA Milk Farmers Union on Thursday 15th January 2026, which brings together dairy farmers from Embu, Kirinyaga and Tharaka Nithi counties, Kenya Dairy Board Chairman Genesio Mugo said the Runyenjes factory has remained idle despite its strategic importance.

“The Runyenjes KCC factory is grossly underutilised yet it has huge potential. If it is given to Embu milk farmers through their cooperative, it can completely transform dairy farming in this region,” Mugo said.

He noted that milk wastage has been a recurring problem due to lack of processing capacity, especially during peak production seasons.

“When farmers have nowhere to take their milk, they are forced to pour it away. Giving them this factory will drastically reduce wastage and stabilise the market,” he added.

Mugo further said farmer ownership would allow value addition, enabling producers to earn more from processed products rather than selling raw milk at low prices. "Value addition is the future. With this factory, farmers can process milk into yoghurt, mala and other products, putting more money directly into their pockets,” he said.

Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire welcomed the proposal, saying the county government is ready to support the revival of the factory if it is handed over to farmers. "We have already set aside Sh200 million as county support towards the Runyenjes factory once it is given to Embu farmers,” Mbarire said.

She urged the national government to complement the county’s effort with additional funding to fully modernise the facility. "I am appealing to the national government to add Sh500 million so that the factory can be equipped with modern machinery and proper infrastructure to serve our farmers effectively,” she said.

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said the government is open to the proposal and promised to escalate the matter to President William Ruto. “I will push this request to the President, but I want to urge milk farmers in Embu to first unite. Unity is key if you want such strategic assets entrusted to you,” Kagwe said.

He emphasised that strong, united cooperatives give farmers better leverage in the market. “When farmers come together and deliver milk to a central point, they gain bargaining power and can negotiate better prices,” he added.

The launch of the EMKITHA Milk Farmers Union was hailed as a major step towards regional cooperation, with leaders saying it will strengthen farmers' voices and improve coordination across counties.

Stakeholders expressed optimism that farmer-led management of the Runyenjes KCC factory would mark a turning point for dairy farming in Embu, positioning the county as a major milk processing hub in the region.

An elephant. Photo used for illustration only. Three stray elephants were spotted in Kiwanza area,  Ukasi village,  Mwingi East sub county, Kitui county.

According  to a resident who spoke to MWINGI TIMES, the animals are said to have been roaming  in the area for weeks now and reportedly invaded and destroyed a lorry that was in motion last night, though no injuries were recorded.

The jumbos are suspected to have strayed from the  Kora National Park and even though Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers have been seen visiting the area in the recent  days, they  have not managed to chase the animals away, posing a huge danger to the locals.

Leonard Wa Muthende (left) greets election petitioner Newton Kariuki Ndwiga inside the Embu High Court. MWINGI TIMES |Brian Musyoka

The petitions stem from the hotly contested Mbeere North by-election, which ended with Wa Muthende clinching the seat by a razor-thin margin, a result that has continued to stir political debate across the constituency.

The matter is before Justice Richard Mwongo, who during a pre-trial conference today 15th January 2026 indicated that the court would consider consolidating the two petitions into one, given that they raise similar issues of law and fact.

Two separate petitions are before the court,one filed by voters Julieta Karigi Kithumbu and Patrick Gitonga Gichoni, and another by Newton Kariuki Ndwiga, who was a candidate in the by-election.

Both petitions seek to nullify Wa Muthende’s election and compel the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to conduct a fresh poll in Mbeere North Constituency.

At the heart of the dispute is the identity of the declared winner. The petitioners argue that Wa Muthende legally changed his name from Leonard Muriuki Njeru to Leo Wa Muthende Njeru through a Deed Poll dated September 3, 2024, but that election materials continued to bear his former name.

They contend that this discrepancy violated constitutional and electoral law requirements that a candidate must be a registered voter under the same name used in the election, thereby rendering his candidature invalid.

The petitioners have further accused the IEBC and the Mbeere North Returning Officer of accepting nomination documents that allegedly carried inconsistent identities, saying this undermined the credibility of the electoral process.

Wa Muthende was declared winner after garnering 15,802 votes, narrowly defeating Newton Kariuki Ndwiga of the Democratic Party, who polled 15,308 votes in one of the closest by-elections in the country.

In Election Petition No. E002 of 2025, the IEBC is named as the 1st respondent, the Returning Officer as the 2nd respondent, John Kinyua as the 3rd respondent, and Wa Muthende as the 4th respondent.

The petitioners are represented by a team of senior advocates including Kariuki Njiru, Kibe Mungai, Ndegwa Njiru, Kiragu Wathuta, George Karuthui, Mary Gacheru, Angela Maina, Watere Wangui, Brian Micheni and Kiroko Ndegwa.

Wa Muthende on his defense is represented by Mwaniki Gachuba and Dr Adrian Kamotho Njenga, while the IEBC, the Returning Officer and Kinyua are represented by Charles Mwongela and Laureen Omondi.

However, during the pre-trial proceedings, the petitioners objected to the IEBC being represented by external lawyers, citing a High Court order issued in Nakuru barring public bodies from engaging private counsel where they have in-house legal officers.

Justice Mwongo directed the petitioners to file a formal application on the matter and serve all parties, as the court also gave directions on the possible consolidation of the two petitions.

The judge further ordered that all election materials, including ballot boxes and ballot papers, be secured at the Embu High Court under tight security and noted that election laws require the matter to be concluded within six months, with judgment expected by May 28th.

Security was heightened in and around the Embu High Court as supporters from both sides thronged the precincts, creating a tense atmosphere that mirrored the political stakes surrounding the fate of the Mbeere North parliamentary seat.

A Panga allegedly used to behead a 50-year-old woman in Kitui East. MWINGI TIMES

The woman was found dead in her home after a 30-year-old man allegedly severed her head using a panga during a minor argument. The suspect is said to have fled the scene immediately after committing the crime.

Confirming the incident, Kikuu Sub-Location Assistant Chief, Mr Justus Mutie Kisinga, said he was alerted by a member of the Nyumba Kumi initiative.“I received information from a Nyumba Kumi elder who informed me that a 50-year-old woman had been beheaded by a 30-year-old man known as Katuva Musingila, who then went into hiding,” said Mr Kisinga.

The assistant chief, accompanied by local residents, visited the scene and later contacted the police. Officers launched investigations and successfully traced and arrested the suspect from his hideout. He was taken to the nearest police station, where he is being held as investigations continue ahead of court proceedings.

Mr Kisinga condemned the brutal act and urged residents to seek peaceful ways of resolving conflicts.“I urge all residents, whenever disagreements arise, to involve a third party to help resolve disputes peacefully instead of resorting to violence,” he said.

Police investigations into the incident are ongoing.

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Mbeere North MP Leonard Muthende (second left) at Embu High Court. He was accompanied accompanied by Embu County Assembly Speaker Josiah Thiriku. MWINGI TIMES |Brian Musyoka

The court premises are already busy with activity as lawyers, journalists, supporters and members of the public gather to witness the opening phase of the high-profile case.

The matter is being presided over by Embu High Court Judge Richard Mwongo, who is set to steer the proceedings in what is shaping up to be a fierce legal contest.

Both the petitioners and the defence are fielding top lawyers, signalling that neither side is taking chances in a case that could have major political consequences for Mbeere North.

The petition is filed by two petitioners together with Newton Kariuki Ndwiga, who also contested the Mbeere North parliamentary seat in the last general election.They are challenging the validity of Muthende’s win, arguing that the electoral process leading to his victory should be examined by the court.

Muthende, on his part, maintains that he is duly elected by the people of Mbeere North and remains confident that the court will uphold his mandate. Yesterday, Judge Mwongo reiterated that the constitutional six-month timeline for determining the petition remains in force and cannot be extended.

"We are working within a deadline of six months and by 28th May 2026 we should be delivering the judgement," said judge Mwongo when he met journalists yesterday.

This firm stance puts pressure on both sides to move swiftly as they prepare to present their arguments and evidence before the court.

As the pre-trial proceedings begin, all eyes remain fixed on the Embu High Court, where a political and legal showdown is now unfolding.

County Assembly of Kitui Speaker Kevin Kinengo Katisya (centre) celebrates receiving the 2025 Financial Reporting, FiRe, Awards with members of Audit and PIC Committees and County Assembly Service Board on January 13, 2026. |MWINGI TIMES

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants organises the awards to celebrate excellence in financial reporting,  transparency and accountability.  It also considers compliance with international standards for both public and private entities across the country. 

Speaker Kevin Kinengo Katisya received the prestigious award at the CPA Centre in Nairobi City. He was accompanied the House Leadership including Majority Leader Harrison Maluki, Public and Investments Accounts Committee, Audit Committee and the County Assembly Service Board.

ICPAK Chairperson, CPA Prof Elizabeth Kalunda Muvui and CEO, CPA Dr Grace Kamau congratulated the County Assembly of Kitui for winning the prestigious award.

Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Hon Geoffrey Ruku. |MWINGI TIMES

Known for his passion to succeed, youthful energy and unconventional leadership style, CS Ruku was appointed after serving only two years and seven months in elective politics(Mbeere North MP). While his elevation initially surprised observers, his performance has quickly validated the President’s confidence in him.

True to form, CS Ruku wasted no time settling into office. On his very first day after being sworn in at State House, Nairobi, he made an impromptu visit to Central Police Station, Nairobi, embarking on a fact-finding mission to assess service delivery to citizens at the frontline.

That unannounced visit set the tone for his tenure. Similar inspections of government offices across the country soon followed, with the CS consistently reiterating that public servants must uphold efficiency, integrity and responsiveness, in line with Articles 232 and 10 of the Constitution. What began as a one-off visit quickly became a defining trend of his leadership.

CS Ruku carried into National office the same energy that made him a darling of Mbeere North Constituency, a previously little-known semi-arid region he helped transform through development projects and people-centred initiatives. His hands-on style and accessibility endeared him to constituents and laid the foundation for his broader appeal.

One of his first flagship reform initiative at the ministry is “Huduma Smart Serikalini”, launched under the slogan “A fresh approach, timeless impact,” that has placed renewed emphasis on quality service delivery, accountability and citizen satisfaction across public institutions.

Under his watch, the State Department for Special Programmes has earned public praise for swift disaster response. CS Ruku has personally led interventions at major fire incidents and and disasters in the Country , most recently, the South C collapsed building, visiting the site at the wee hours of the night to ensure search, rescue and recovery operations were conducted safely and concluded as quickly as possible.

Behind the scenes, his Harambee House office has become a hive of activity, frequented daily by Kenyans from across the country seeking help. Sources say the CS is known to pick calls and respond to text messages from unsaved numbers and respond personally to citizens’ concerns.

A widely shared incident captured this ethos: when a pregnant woman from Bondo, struggling to afford a critical Anti-D injection, sought help at his office, CS Ruku personally walked out to meet her and paid for the medication without hesitation, allowing her to use the balance for basic needs. The act, though simple, resonated deeply with the public.

Unlike many technocrats who shy away from political engagement, CS Ruku has never avoided political proclamations. He is known to “take the bull by the horns” on contentious matters, openly defending the administration’s agenda.

This political confidence was on full display during the recent Mbeere North by-elections, where CS Ruku took a frontline role in campaigning for the UDA candidate, alongside Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki. The UDA victory not only reinforced Ruku’s influence on the ground but is now reshaping Mt Kenya politics, increasingly pitting DP Kindiki against his impeached predecessor Rigathi Gachagua who seems to have lost the grip of the Mountain despite chest thumping that he is undoubtedly the Mt Kenya King.

Barely a year into office, CS Geoffrey Ruku represents a new breed of Cabinet leadership, decisive, visible, politically grounded and deeply human. Whether inspecting police stations on day one, responding to disasters, or personally helping a struggling citizen, he has shown that public service can be both effective and compassionate.

It is this blend of action, empathy and boldness that explains his soaring approval ratings, and why many now view him as one of the administration’s most consequential figures.

Rainfall forecast for the month of January 2026.|KMD

The weatherman further predicts strong winds are likely to blow across most parts of the expansive county at a speed of 25knots or 12.86m/s. The Kenya Meteorological Department notes that the wind will be blowing from southerly to south easterly side of the devolved unit.

The next three months will be mainly sunny and dry, according to weather forecast by KMD seen by MWINGI TIMES. "A few areas may experience occasional rainy days ", the report further reads in part.

Eric Munene of Ciambugu, Mbeere North, clings to a tree in a 90-hour protest. MWINGI TIMES |Brian Musyoka

Munene began the risky mission on Thursday last week at exactly 5pm, hugging a towering tree at the heart of Ciambugu market and vowing not to suspend the mission until the government listens to the cries of his community.

His demands were a proper health facilities, tarmac roads, and reliable water supply  services he says have been denied to the people of Ciambugu for far too long.

As hours turned into days, what started as a lone act of bravery quickly transformed into a powerful symbol of resistance and hope, drawing crowds from across Mbeere North and beyond.

Many had initially doubted whether Munene could survive even a single night on the tree, but he defied all expectations, enduring harsh sun, cold nights, hunger and physical exhaustion.

Traders abandoned their stalls and business in Ciambugu market nearly came to a halt as residents gathered below the tree to cheer him on, pray for him, and stand in solidarity.

Mothers brought their children, elders offered blessings, and youths kept vigil, turning the market into a living protest site driven by unity and shared frustration.

On Monday, 12th January 2025, Munene finally hit the 90-hour mark, triggering emotional scenes as the crowd erupted in applause, ululation and tears, celebrating a man who had pushed his body to the limit for the sake of his people.

Bancy Karimi, the wife of Eric Munene, described her husband as a determined go-getter who never gives up once he sets his mind on something. She revealed that before he began the daring 90-hour tree protest, she asked him whether he was sure he could complete it. “I asked him if he would really manage all those hours up there, and he confidently told me, "I will do it,"Bancy said.

Munene’s mother, Consolata Macharia, emotionally linked her son’s protest to a painful family experience. She recalled how Munene’s wife had to travel many kilometres to Embu Level Five Hospital to give birth because Ciambugu and the larger Nthawa area have no health facility. “My daughter-in-law delivered her baby at Embu Level Five Hospital because there is no hospital here in Ciambugu,” Consolata said adding that is why her son decided to take the bold step.

Consolata added that the long distance and poor roads make it difficult for expectant mothers and the sick to access timely medical care. “When someone falls ill here, they have to be rushed far away, and sometimes it becomes a matter of life and death,” she said, noting that Munene’s action was meant to highlight the daily struggles of ordinary families in the area.

Residents of Ciambugu and the wider Nthawa region have since praised Munene for standing up for the community. Many locals said his sacrifice had given voice to their long-standing grievances. “ Munene has spoken for all of us,"said Nebert Mugo.

Munene hopes his extreme action will now force the authorities to confront the reality facing Ciambugu residents. "We are not asking for luxury. We are asking for a health centre so that our people don’t die on the way to hospital, for roads so our produce can reach markets, and for water so our families can live with dignity,” he said.

His protest has since ignited fresh debate on how far citizens should go to be heard, and whether such dramatic acts are the only way marginalized communities can attract government attention.

Munene’s act joins a growing list of extraordinary public protests in Kenya, where citizens have in the past chained themselves to buildings, gone on hunger strikes, or camped outside government offices to demand justice and development.

As the dust settles in Ciambugu, the big question remains whether Munene’s 90-hour sacrifice will translate into real change or become yet another powerful cry in the long struggle for dignity and development.

Detaining the body of a deceased person has no legal foundation.|FILE

In Mutua  v Mater Misericordiae Hospital [2025] eKLR, the High Court emphatically held that there exists no law in Kenya permitting hospitals to detain patients or their remains to secure payment of hospital bills. The Court observed that since there is no property in a dead body, there can be no corresponding right of lien over it. The practice, though widespread, was described as “oppressive, unconscionable, and repugnant to justice and morality". 

Justice Sifuna further noted that upon death, the handling and disposal of human remains is governed by the Public Health Act (Cap 242) and applicable health protocols, which prioritize dignified disposal not commercial bargaining. The Court also confronted the human cost of this practice. It recognized that detaining bodies for debt recovery traumatizes bereaved families, disrespects the deceased, and is frequently used to embarrass, coerce, and emotionally blackmail families at their most vulnerable moment. 

In condemning this conduct, the Court reaffirmed that hospital and mortuary charges are ordinary civil debts, recoverable through lawful mechanisms such as demand and litigation, not through the detention of bodies. On this basis, the Court issued a mandatory injunction, ordering the immediate release of the deceased’s body upon payment of mortuary charges only, with the balance of the hospital bill to be pursued through civil recovery.

This decision is consistent with Kenya’s broader constitutional jurisprudence on human dignity under Article 28 and the right to health under Article 43. Human dignity does not end at death, nor can it be suspended by a billing dispute. 

Healthcare institutions exist to serve life and preserve dignity not to weaponize grief as a debt-collection tool.

The continued detention of bodies by hospitals is therefore not just unlawful; it is a moral failure and an institutional abuse of power. 

The Judiciary has done its part by declaring the practice illegal. What remains is decisive action by regulators, hospital boards, and policymakers to ensure compliance and accountability. Kenya must put an end to this practice and reaffirm a simple but profound principle: the dead are not collateral, and grief is not a bargaining chip.

Kitui County Assembly Speaker Kevin Kinengo Katisya(centre, holding trophy) poses for a group photo with young people in Kivoi Ward, Mwingi Central sub county. He called upon them to register as voters to choose leaders during the upcoming 2027 General Election.|MWINGI TIMES

Speaking in Kivou ward,  Mwingi Central sub county, Kitui County Assembly Speaker Kevin Kinengo Katisya urged the youth to turn up in large numbers in the ongoing Continous Voter Registration(CVR) terming them a powerful generation capable of shaping the future.

Speaker Katisya will be contesting for the Kitui Senator seat. He urged elected leaders to unite for equitable development of Kitui . He was speaking during the Fourth Finals Edition of Hon. Sammy Munyithya Cup.  He said the county can only achieve meaningful progress through sincere cooperation that transcends party affiliations,  generational divides and personal ambitions.

Lorries being offloaded illegally harvested sand at Kamuwongo river in Mwingi North sub county, Kitui county on October 13, 2024. Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has vowed to fight illegal sand harvesting in the county. |MWINGI TIMES

According to a press release from the senator's communications team,  the sand harvesting cartels have resorted to issuing threats to Senator Wambua."Self proclaimed sand harvesting cartels are already feeling the heat and have devised several fight back methods including sending barbaric text messages to woe him to stop his End to Sand Harvesting Push", the statement reads in part.

Senator Wambua said he will remain unmoved in fighting for the rights of current and future generations whose inheritance is being threatened by illegal sand harvesting cartels. He was speaking in separate burial ceremonies in Kitui West and Kitui Rural constituencies over the weekend.