Faith-based hospitals in Kirinyaga decry struggles in operations, cite mounting debt

Faith-based hospitals in Kirinyaga County say they have been forced to suspend services for patients under the Social Health Authority (SHA) scheme due to what they describe as mounting unpaid bills by the government.

Tragedy as boda boda rider killed in accident at Kagio town

Traders and residents raised concerns over speeding along the busy stretch of road, especially as construction of the new Kagio market continues.

Man, 25, drowns while taking selfie at Kimunye forest in Kirinyaga

Rimui’s body was retrieved later that night after hours of searching and was taken to a local mortuary. Plans are underway to transport the body to his home in Limuru for burial.

Shock and outrage as 80-year-old woman assaulted, killed and eyes gouged out in Kirinyaga

The deceased’s granddaughter, Caroline Wanjiku Njine, described her grandmother as a peaceful woman who had no quarrels with anyone in the village.

Ngurubani residents raise alarm over rising number of street children

Community leader Paul Munene said last year several children were enrolled in local schools through the intervention of the children’s officer, but many have since returned to the streets. 

Miraa traders put on notice as Kirinyaga police launch crackdown

Miraa drivers have been put on notice and warned against flouting traffic rules along the busy Mwea–Embu highway in Kirinyaga County.

Rukanga residents protest against dumping of hazardous waste by factory

In a petition signed by 35 residents, the community raised concerns over toxic waste disposal, which they say has negatively affected their health, environment, and overall quality of life.

Deadly bridge: Mwea residents raise alarm over stalled construction of bridge, say their lives are in danger

According to residents led by Johnson Muthike, the incomplete project has forced locals to make dangerous river crossings, leading to injuries and, in some cases, the deaths of boda boda riders at night.

Public Health PS Muthoni warns of secondary smoking in homes, public areas

100-year-old tree cut down after tragedy claims two children in Kirinyaga

Residents, led by community leaders Irungu Mwangi and Ephantus Gatei, described the tree as both historic and hazardous.