Kang’ata castigates Senators opposing the third basis revenue sharing formula

The  Murang’a Senator, Irungu Kang’ata has said senators opposing the third basis revenue sharing formula are anti-Building Bridges Initiative (BBI). Kang’ata  on Saturday  said he will mobilize other Senators to reject the BBI report if the new revenue sharing formula based on population will not sail through on Tuesday when the House convenes. Speaking  when […]

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Legislator welcomes changes in Senate leadership

The  Kieni MP, Kanini Kega has welcomed on Monday’s Jubilee Party (JP) changes instituted in the Senate leadership to ensure effective delivery of services. Kega  said the new leadership in the senate will bring harmony and articulate the government’s agenda on the floor of the House. The  former Senate Majority Leader, Kipchumba Murkomen  was replaced […]

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Farmers laud proposed avocado bill despite opposition from some quarters

A  section of have expressed optimism that a proposed bill aimed to protect them from brokers will boost their income from avocado farming. The farmers now want the process of enacting the bill hastened and a law enacted before the next avocado harvesting period. Speaking to members of press on Tuesday, the farmers said brokers […]

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Speaker deflects questions on BBI, Raila says Kenyans free to air views on document

The  National Assembly Speaker, Justin  Muturi  has declined to comment on BBI report, saying it was yet to be tabled and passed by parliament. Speaking in Kemera ward, Manga Sub County, Nyamira County during a funds drive in aid of Ekerubo Catholic Church, the Speaker cited larger public interest for his restraint. According to Muturi, […]

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Factory managers warned over increased theft of coffee

Managers of coffee factories within Murang’a County have been warned over colluding with thieves to steal farmers produce. The  County Commissioner (CC), Mohammed Barre has said most of the theft cases perpetuated in coffee factories have similar characteristics and claimed that part of management of the factories were involved in the stealing. Addressing residents during […]

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