Author: Kiambu Observer

In a significant ruling aimed at resolving over a decade of leadership wrangles, the High Court in Kiambu has ordered the embattled Mbo-I-Kamiti Farmers Company Limited to hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM) and elect new directors. Justice Dorah Chepkwony, in her judgment delivered in Civil Case No. E030 of 2022, observed that the company’s affairs had been “frozen in a long season of internal wrangles, disputed records, and contested directorship”. The court noted that no valid AGM had been held for approximately 14 years, leaving thousands of shareholders in a state of uncertainty. The dispute pitted a faction of…

The National Assembly and the country at large are mourning the sudden death of Ol Kalou Member of Parliament, David Njuguna Kiaraho, who passed away in the early hours of Sunday morning. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula confirmed that the third-term lawmaker died at approximately 1:20 a.m. while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital. Kiaraho, who had been serving as the Member of Parliament for Ol Kalou since 2013, was widely regarded as a dedicated public servant who championed development initiatives and grassroots empowerment in Nyandarua County. His tenure in Parliament was marked by a strong focus on infrastructure, education, and…

The community residing around Indian Bazaar, extending into the Kanjata and Kangoya areas, is up in arms over a wave of violent crime hitting the normally quiet town. So far, nearly 10 people have been violently robbed and several injured in a series of related incidents. These attacks are reportedly taking place even in broad daylight, sparking uproar and accusations that the local administration is turning a blind eye to the escalating violence. The latest victim, Peter Kimani, was attacked, robbed, and beaten so severely he was left for dead. “They attacked me while I was heading home even before…

The Kiambu Police Canteen, situated at the Kiambu Bazaar, has drawn sharp criticism from the local community following allegations of bias under its new management. Multiple vendors who operated kiosks within the facility claim they were abruptly removed from their business premises without any formal notice. Affected traders have specifically pointed to the newly appointed County Police AP Commander as the primary driver behind these sudden changes. Displaced business owners expressed frustration over their treatment, describing the leadership’s approach as unceremonious and unprofessional. Internal reports from the Kiambu Observer suggest the facility is currently plagued by persistent leadership wrangles. Despite…

Over 300,000 candidates are contesting in UDA’s grassroots elections today across 20 counties. The ruling party is deploying a fully electronic voting system to manage the high-stakes process, which serves as a critical organizational test ahead of 2027. Key battlegrounds include Mt. Kenya and Rift Valley.

Jubilee Deputy Leader Fred Matiang’i has strongly defended retired President Uhuru Kenyatta against attacks by ODM leaders, terming them diversionary tactics. Speaking in Nairobi, Matiang’i warned politicians to stop scapegoating Kenyatta for current economic failures and called for a focus on accountability as the 2027 election cycle approaches.

Rescue teams in Nairobi have recovered one body from the collapsed 16-storey building in South C as the search operation enters its third day. Authorities confirmed the building violated approved height limits, raising serious questions about regulatory enforcement. Efforts continue to locate a second missing security guard amid safety concerns for neighboring structures.

Police in Kiambu are investigating the suspicious death of a man who fell from a third-floor apartment in Juja’s Witeithie area. Detectives recovered a sharp object from the victim’s pocket, raising doubts about suicide theories. The body is currently at the mortuary awaiting an autopsy to determine the true cause of death.

The High Court has suspended the $1.6 billion Kenya-US Health Cooperation Framework following a petition by Senator Okiya Omtatah. Justice Chacha Mwita’s ruling halts the deal citing concerns over data privacy, lack of parliamentary oversight, and fiscal sovereignty. The decision escalates previous restrictions on data sharing, freezing the entire partnership pending a full hearing.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta officiates the 21st Graduation Ceremony at Kabarak University as Chief Guest. Accompanied by Chancellor Gideon Moi, the retired Head of State leads the celebration for 2,390 graduands. The event, held on December 19, 2025, highlights the institution’s academic milestones and its tradition of hosting distinguished national leaders.