•Innovative Project at Kiambu National Polytechnic Showcases the Untapped Potential of Avocado Seeds Avocados are widely celebrated for their rich, creamy texture and numerous health benefits, yet their large seeds are often discarded as waste. However, students at Kiambu National Polytechnic (KINAP) have found a groundbreaking way to transform these seemingly useless seeds into valuable […]
Kiambu County, Kenya| In a landmark move aimed at improving primary healthcare services, the Kiambu County Department of Health, in collaboration with Amref Health Africa and the Ministry of Health, has launched a comprehensive Community Health Worker (CHW) Registry. This initiative seeks to streamline data management, optimize resource allocation, and strengthen community-based healthcare services, ensuring […]
•Faithful Reflect on Repentance, Charity, and National Unity During the 40-Day Lenten Season Christians in Kiambu County joined millions around the world in marking the beginning of Lent with solemn Ash Wednesday celebrations, gathering in churches to receive ashes as a symbol of repentance and human mortality. The sacred observance, which ushers in the 40-day […]
As Kenya advances toward its goal of achieving 100% clean energy use by 2030, Kiambu County is embracing sustainable cooking solutions to mitigate the environmental and health risks associated with traditional cooking methods. This shift is part of a nationwide push to reduce reliance on wood and charcoal, which have long contributed to deforestation, air […]
Thika, Kenya| Mount Kenya University (MKU) is set to become the second private university in Kenya to offer a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law, marking a significant milestone in the country’s legal education landscape. The introduction of the doctoral programme is part of the university’s broader initiative to expand access to legal education from […]
In a landmark ruling on Thursday, February 13, 2025, former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Ndung’u Waititu was handed a 10-year ban from holding public office after being found guilty in a Sh588 million corruption case. The ruling, delivered by Anti-Corruption Court Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzioki, also imposed a hefty Sh53.5 million fine on Waititu, with the […]
Kiambu County leaders have unveiled an ambitious two-year development plan aimed at reviving stalled projects and accelerating infrastructure development. The initiative, which aligns with the Kenya Kwanza Administration’s broader economic agenda, was announced during a high-level meeting with Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki. The development plan is designed to ensure the completion of ongoing projects […]
