In the heart of Kenya’s central region, where rolling hills meet vibrant communities, a groundbreaking event unfolded last weekend at Kerugoya Stadium. Over 260 educators—typically armed with lesson plans and chalk—donned jerseys and cleats, transforming into athletes for a day. This inaugural Kirinyaga Teachers Sports Day, held on August 23, 2025, wasn’t just about competition; […]
In a groundbreaking move for gender equality in sports, Kirinyaga County has launched its inaugural Women’s Football League, a landmark initiative aimed at empowering young women and fostering athletic talent across the region. The tournament, which kicked off with vibrant enthusiasm, features six competitive teams drawn from the county’s four constituencies, heralding a new era […]
Kerugoya, Kirinyaga County| Land disputes and rampant substance abuse have emerged as leading causes of gender-based violence (GBV) in Kirinyaga County, according to findings presented during a public engagement forum held by the Presidential Taskforce on Gender-Based Violence. The forum, which took place at the Kirinyaga Central Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Hall in Kerugoya, drew […]
Kirinyaga, Kenya| Dominic Mugo, founder of the Karumandi Women Football Clubs, has called for greater support for women’s football in Kenya, emphasizing its potential to drive social and economic transformation. Speaking during the launch of the Karumandi Clubs’ tournament in Kirinyaga East Sub-county, Mugo highlighted the untapped opportunities in female soccer and outlined plans to […]
Kirinyaga County, Kenya| In a landmark move aimed at revolutionizing livestock farming in Kenya, President William Ruto on Wednesday officially launched the region’s first-ever Goat Artificial Insemination (AI) Centre at the Animal Health and Industry Training Institute (AHITI) in Ndomba, Kirinyaga County. This state-of-the-art facility is the first of its kind in East and Central […]
•Nationwide Initiative Seeks to Raise Awareness, Advocate for Policy Changes, and Enhance Patient Care In a significant step toward improving the lives of colon cancer survivors in Kenya, Stoma World Kenya, a non-governmental organization, has partnered with the Kenya Red Cross Society Kirinyaga Chapter to raise awareness about the disease and offer critical support to […]
•Water Expansion to Enhance Access for Mutithi Ward Residents Kirinyaga County Governor Anne Waiguru has announced the extension of the Kerugoya-Kutus Bulk Water Project to reach an additional 1,000 households in Mutithi Ward. This expansion is set to improve access to clean water for more residents, reinforcing the county’s commitment to equitable development. Speaking while […]
