Author: Felix Njenga

Residents of Githurai are set to benefit from significantly improved healthcare access following the official launch of a new Gulf Hospital Outpatient branch today. The new facility, strategically located just meters from the Thika Superhighway, was unveiled by Gulf Hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, Grace Muthuma, who used the occasion to reaffirm the institution’s commitment to preventing maternal deaths and improving health outcomes for local families. During her inspection of the new branch—the sixth for the hospital group—Muthuma highlighted the hospital’s enhanced capacity and readiness to deliver high-quality, reliable medical services to the burgeoning community. “This institution now offers advanced orthopaedic…

Josephat Kibui Gitau’s dream of becoming a teacher, conceived after his KCSE in 2012, seemed impossible for a boy raised in Gakui village. Unable to even clear a fee balance to collect his result slip from Makwa Secondary, Kibui initially embraced the life of a village hustler, splitting his time between a butchery, riding a boda-boda, and a small KSh 4,500 teaching job at a local academy. Kibui’s turning point came from an unlikely source: a Mother’s Union meeting. His mother met Rosemary Kirika, then a master’s student and now the Kiambu Deputy Governor, who heard Kibui’s story. Kirika mobilised…

The Githunguri Dairy Farmers Cooperative Society (GDFCS) makers of Fresha products has taken a significant leap toward modernizing its operations and boosting farmer profitability, officially launching a fleet of 19 electric motorbikes for its expanded team of extension officers. The initiative, part of the “Pathways to Profitable Dairy Farming (Maziwa Faida)” project, is a key partnership between the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Tetra Pak, and the Embassy of Sweden in Kenya. Speaking at the handover event on December 2, 2025, GDFCS Chairman John Ndichu expressed that the move was an “answered prayer” for the cooperative’s thousands of members.…

Airtel Money customers can now make direct payments to Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Till Moja merchants and deposit funds into their DTB accounts, following a major strategic partnership unveiled today. The collaboration is specifically designed to empower Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) by offering more flexible and convenient ways to receive payments, while simultaneously enhancing financial access for individual customers across Kenya. The new integration allows Airtel Money users to instantly and securely deposit money from their mobile wallets directly into any DTB account. This feature, alongside the ability to pay DTB Till Moja merchants, streamlines crucial financial activities, making…

In a significant win for local residents advocating for a clean and healthy environment, the Environment and Land Court at Thika Law Court has issued a conservatory order halting the construction of proposed multi-storey buildings and a market on public land in Kiambu. The ruling, issued by Honourable Justice Mogeni on November 26, 2025, temporarily bars the Kiambu County Executive Committee and its co-respondents from proceeding with the projects in the contested portions of Kiambu Municipality Block 1 and Block II. The case, filed by Peter Kuria Runo, Anthony Njuguna Ngugi, and nine others against 42 respondents—including the Kiambu County…

Leading real estate developer Superior Homes Kenya has officially launched its newest flagship project, The Orchards at Northlands, marking a significant new chapter in Nairobi’s evolving residential landscape. The launch, held within the expansive Northlands City development near Ruiru, introduces a premium, master-planned gated community that is set to redefine modern family living and long-term investment in the Nairobi Metropolitan area. A Focus on Lifestyle and Investment Value Spanning 25 acres, The Orchards will feature 130 meticulously designed units, offering a mix of spacious 3-, 4-, and 5-bedroom townhouses and villas. The project’s design emphasizes privacy, comfort, and sustainable value…

The Kiambu County Government has initiated a comprehensive inspection of all bars and alcoholic beverage outlets within its jurisdiction. This annual exercise is a routine measure to verify compliance with the rules and regulations stipulated under the County’s Alcoholic Drinks Control Act, and to prepare bar owners for the upcoming license renewal cycle. The inspection, which began last week, is being spearheaded by the Director of Alcoholic Drinks Control, Michael Kangethe. The timing is crucial, as most bar licenses expire in December, necessitating the check ahead of the new year’s renewal process. “We started the exercise last week where a…

Governor Kimani Wamatangi has had the honour of hosting former United States of America Senator John Crane from Indiana, who paid a courtesy call at his office. The meeting provided an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss various areas of mutual interest, with a significant focus on the progress made by the Governor’s administration, particularly in the early childhood education sector. Senator Crane, a prominent figure in American politics and a former Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Education and Career Development, expressed his deep admiration for the advancements seen in the county’s education system. “Senator Crane… expressed…

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has officially commissioned the construction of an additional 200 new model Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) centres, marking the third and final phase of an ambitious county-wide overhaul program. The project is set for completion by February next year, which will bring the total number of new model ECDE centres constructed in the county over the last three years to an impressive 512. Speaking at the launch, Governor Wamatangi affirmed the county’s dedication to providing equal, quality education for all children. He detailed the high standards of the new infrastructure, with each centre featuring two…

Youths in Kiambu Constituency have been hailed as the most successful participants in the national Jitume digital skills, services, and opportunities initiative, following a vibrant graduation ceremony held at the Jitume Centre in Ndumberi village, Kiambu town. The ceremony, led by Member of Parliament (MP) Machua Waithaka, saw 54 graduates elevated to the next stage of the program, marking a significant milestone in the Constituency’s push for digital literacy and youth employment. Addressing the graduands, MP Machua Waithaka celebrated their achievement. “Today, we celebrate our youth who have successfully completed ICT Stage 1 training at #Jitume Centre Ndumberi,” the MP…