Meru National Polytechnic Now Producing Banana Flour and Wines
The Meru National Polytechnic is set to start commercial production of banana flour and wines following the launch of an Applied Research Innovation Hub.
The hub, which was set up in partnership with Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) and Mastercard Foundation, is intended to advance practical research and innovation in technical training institutes.
Food Security: How warehousing is transforming Kenya’s storage facilities
By FELICITY NKIROTE BIRIRITraditionally, Kenyans and Africans used to employ age-old methods of food storage, like granaries for grains and specially grass-woven baskets for millet ensuring both dryness and protection against pests. Milk would be stored in smoked guards. This practice dates back to ancient times, even mentioned in the Bible, where Joseph managed warehouses for food...
Bata Shoe Kenya opens new branch in Meru
Bata Shoe Kenya has expanded it market by opening two more new outlets in Meru town in a bid to ensure every household has access to affordable shoes.
The opening of the new branches in Meru, marks a significant expansion of the company market that produces more than 30 million shoes annually .
Relief for Mutunyi residents after construction of an electric fence
By The Voice ReporterResidents of Mutunyi village in Buuri constituency have heaved a sigh of relief after an electric fence was constructed to ward off elephants from their farms.For several years now, the over 8,000 residents who will benefit from the project have had to contend with destruction of their crops by marauding elephants. However, with the...
Meru Chief of Staff Lauds Upcoming Anti-SGBV and Mental Health Awareness Run
Meru Press Club (MPC) officials today paid a courtesy call to the Chief of Staff, Dr Julius Mbijiwe, to brief him on the upcoming Anti-SGBV (Sexual and Gender-Based Violence) and Mental Health Awareness Run, scheduled for 20th September 2025
The visiting delegation included MPC Chairman David Muchui, Welfare Secretary Lynette Kinoti, Welfare Treasurer...
Defenders Coalition awarded the prestigious Fr. Kaiser Human Rights Award
The Defenders Coalition has been honored with the prestigious Fr. Kaiser Human Rights Award by the Law Society of Kenya.
This recognition is a testament to their unwavering dedication to justice and human dignity, acknowledging their tireless efforts in protecting and defending human rights across the country.
The Defenders Coalition has...
Equity Bank organises mentorship program for Wings to Fly beneficiaries
More than 1200 students from various secondary schools across Mount Kenya counties attended the Meru education and leadership congress organised by Equity Bank.
The students are beneficiaries of Equity Bank's Wings to Fly programme.
The students are from Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Kirinyaga Embu, Nyeri, Laikipia and Muranga counties.
