Economy

The Meru County Assembly has officially tabled the 2025/2026 itemized budget estimates totaling KSh 12 billion, with priority being given to agricultural development and accountability in public funds use. The budget was presented on the floor of the Assembly by the Budget Committee Chairperson, Martin Makasi. He noted that previous budget...

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has reaffirmed that the government’s is commitment to uplifting women small-scale traders by offering financial grants and construction of modern Markets across the country. Addressing over 5000 women at his Irunduni home in Tharaka Nithi County, the DP said the government’s ongoing economic empowerment initiatives are part of the Bottom-Up...

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured residents of Baringo County that the upcoming United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Senate nomination process will be free, fair, and reflective of the people’s will.  Speaking on Sunday during an economic empowerment event in Kabartonjo, Baringo North, the DP emphasized the ruling party's commitment to internal democracy as it...

The Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) Board has strongly opposed the Seeds and Plant Varieties (Amendment) Bill 2025, warning that its enactment could weaken government oversight and expose farmers to substandard and counterfeit seeds. The board Managing Director Prof Theophilus Mutui also warned that unscrupulous traders may take advantage of the gap created...

The Meru County government is engaging Athletics Kenya (AK) in a bid to revitalize and strengthen athletics in the region. Through the County Sports, Youth affairs, Gender and Social Development department and AK Eastern region office,  long-standing challenges affecting the field are expected to be addressed. During a consultative meeting between...