Embu woman left wheelchair-bound after alleged attack by Boda Boda rider

Kenya activates emergency response after Marburg virus outbreak in Ethiopia

Speaking during a meeting with community health workers in Mbeere North, Public Health PS Mary Muthoni announced that prevention measures have been put in place to curb the virus.The PS said that the ministry has enhanced surveillance at the airports and all other entry points....

Embu clergy urge Mt. Kenya men to reclaim mentorship roles to save boy child

Bishop John Mwangi of Seed of Hope Ministry noted that the boy child has been largely left out both at home and within the community.He cautioned that neglect is leaving many young men vulnerable to negative influence, hence urged men to take responsibility and nurture the boy child....

Embu County Assembly business stalls as MCAs skip sittings for Mbeere North campaigns

Ruguru-Ngandori MCA Harrison Muturi told the House that MCAs have increasingly chosen to join campaign convoys instead of attending official sittings, leading to repeated adjournments despite a packed order paper.

Embu County security team warns against chaos ahead of Mbeere North By-Election

County Commissioner Jack Obuo, who chairs the committee, said the area has largely enjoyed peaceful campaigns since candidates were cleared by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). However, he raised concerns over the circulation of recent social media clips showing individuals...

Kenyans urged to embrace regular blood donation to save lives

He emphasised that a strong culture of voluntary blood donation would ensure sufficient supply for patients, especially those suffering from leukaemia and other cancers, expectant mothers, and victims of road accidents.

Thousands of young Kenyans rally in Embu to support 'Mama Gift' in touching show of unity

Waving miniature Kenyan flags and carrying banners of encouragement, the crowd—comprising mostly Gen Z TikTokers and digital creators—transformed the quiet village of Mariari Mairi into a festival of hope and compassion.

Gov't urged to waive KCSE exam fees for adult learners

Embu County Director of Adult Education, Stephen Mboi, appealed to the Ministry of Education to consider scrapping the Ksh.7,200 exam fee, terming it a major obstacle for adult learners, many of whom come from low-income backgrounds.

Embu Level 5 hospital raises concern over spike in breast cancer cases

Hospital records show that since 2020, the institution has documented 1,644 cancer cases, with breast cancer accounting for 17 per cent of the cases.

MP Mukunji accuses Kindiki of 'protecting' powerful illicit brew manufacturers

Mukunji claimed that the war on illicit brews collapsed after the impeachment of former DP Gachagua, alleging that Kindiki’s office has become a safe haven for the brewers. The legislator also alleged that under the 'Mama Boys' rehabilitation programme spearheade...