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Maara Member of Parliament Kareke Mbiuki has donated tents with a combined capacity of 100 people and Sh100,000 to Muungano Welfare Miriingi Community-Based Organization (CBO) to support its income-generating activities. Speaking
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The Tharaka Nithi County Government will establish small museums in each constituency to preserve and promote the county's cultural heritage, Governor Muthomi Njuki has announced. Speaking during the closing ceremony of
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The Tharaka Nithi County Government has unveiled a multisectoral development programme for Kaanwa Trading Centre in Mariani Ward, featuring road infrastructure, a modern market,improved healthcare and coffee revitalization to spur economic growth and improve livelihoods. Governor Muthomi Njuki announced the projects while launching the Kaanwa market roads paving project, saying the investments are part of the county's broader strategy to modernise trading centres and improve access to essential services. He said the county government will pave roads within Kaanwa market to enhance accessibility and mobility, noting that the trading centre falls under Kathwana Municipality and will benefit from the municipality's development initiatives. "Good town infrastructure, especially roads and markets, is a key driver of economic growth and would restore the dignity of our traders," the Governor said. Njuki further announced that the county government will construct staircases for all shops in the market to improve accessibility, safety, and the general outlook of the trading centre. The Governor also revealed that rehabilitation of the MitheruKaanwa road is underway to enhance connectivity, ease transportation and facilitate movement of goods and services. In the health sector, Njuki said the Kaanwa Maternity Facility will soon be opened, bringing maternal healthcare services closer to residents. On agriculture, the Governor urged farmers in Mariani Ward to embrace coffee farming, saying research had confirmed that the crop can perform well in the area. He said the county government will allocate funds in its budget for the construction of a coffee factory in Mariani Ward to support value addition and improve farmers' earnings as part of broader efforts to strengthen coffee production and revive the sub-sector. "We want Mariani to be the leading coffeeproducing ward in Tharaka Nithi County. Research has shown that coffee can thrive here, and we will continue investing in the sector to unlock its full potential," Njuki said. By Dickson Mwiti and Christine Ngitori
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Leaders from the Mt. Kenya East region have renewed calls for greater economic and political empowerment, saying the region is seeking a stronger voice in national affairs to secure equitable
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The national government has intensified efforts to improve service delivery and combat illicit brews in Tharaka Nithi County following the installation of the first Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) for the newly created Mugwe Division. Speaking during the installation ceremony at Kambandi, Tharaka Nithi County Commissioner David Gitonga said the elevation of Mugwe into a fully fledged administrative division marks a significant milestone in decentralising government services and bringing them closer to residents. Gitonga said the recognition of Mugwe as an official division will enhance coordination of government programmes, improve security, and accelerate development. He urged residents to support the national government in the fight against illicit brews, drug abuse and other social vices, noting that alcohol and substance abuse continue to destroy livelihoods, particularly among the youth. "The fight against illicit brews and drugs remains a government priority. We must all work together to protect our young people and build a productive society," he said. The newly installed Assistant County Commissioner, Rose Gakii Miriti, pledged to work closely with local leaders, government agencies, and residents to promote development and improve service delivery in the new division. Miriti said her administration would embrace teamwork, accountability and public participation to ensure government programmes effectively reach the people. "I am committed to working with all stakeholders to ensure Mugwe division realizes its full development potential and that government services are delivered efficiently," she said. Area Member of Parliament Patrick Munene congratulated the new Assistant County Commissioner and called on residents to accord her the necessary support to enable her to discharge her duties effectively. The legislator also raised concern over the increasing consumption of alcohol among young people during daytime hours, warning that the trend poses a serious threat to the community's social and economic well-being. Munene appealed to the Tharaka Nithi County Government to review the licensing of bars, arguing that revenue generation should not take precedence over the health and productivity of residents. He observed that Kambandi Trading Centre does not require more than two licensed bars, saying reducing the number of alcohol outlets would help curb the growing problem of alcohol abuse. by Dickson Mwiti and Christine Ngitori
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