A multi-agency security team in Loiyangalani Sub-County on Tuesday, November 3, recovered at least 3,000 stolen sheep and goats.National Police Service (NPS) says the animals were stolen when a group of herders, who were migrating their livestock from Mouwokiteng towards Lardapach, were ambushed by suspected armed bandits.
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Nakuru Woman Rep Aspirant Asumpta Wangui raises alarm over rising illicit brew consumption among youth as one more dies in Wanyororo
Nakuru Woman Rep Aspirant Asumpta Wangui has raised concerns over what she terms is rampant illicit brew consumption among young people.Reacting to a recent illicit brew-related death of a youngman in Wanyororo, Wangui termed it heartbreaking for young lives to be lost to illicit brew.“Nakuru, Wanyororo has lost yet another young soul.
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MP Betty Maina declares bid for Murang’a governor seat on UDA ticket
Murang’a Woman Representative Betty Maina has declared her intention to contest the county’s gubernatorial seat in the 2027 general election, setting up a potentially fierce political battle against incumbent Irungu Kang’ata and Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome.
Maina, popularly known as ‘Betty ee Sawa’, announced that she would seek the position on the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket, where she is expected to face competition from Wahome.
She was elected Murang’a Woman Representative in the 2022 on a UDA ticket and has since emerged as one of President William Ruto’s vocal political allies in the Mt Kenya.
Kang’ata, on the other hand, is expected to defend his seat on the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) ticket, led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Her entry adds another heavyweight contender to the race, which is shaping up as a major political contest in Murang’a, with the UDA nominations likely to attract considerable attention.
“We said that the governor is a woman. Yes, Murang’a Governor will be a woman,” said Maina, who is married to Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi.
The first-term legislator has already started mobilising support, with her supporters embracing the political nickname ‘Governor B’ as she seeks to position herself as a serious contender.
Maina has also endorsed Nominated UDA Senator Veronicah Maina to succeed her as Murang’a Woman Representative should she secure the gubernatorial ticket.
She has been among President Ruto’s vocal defenders in the Mt Kenya region and a key supporter of UDA, particularly during a period when the ruling party faced growing resistance following Gachagua’s impeachment in October 2024 and the controversy surrounding the Finance Bill 2024.
The legislator has argued that she played a significant role in rebuilding support for the party in the region and is now demanding fairness in the forthcoming nominations.
“If you meet with people, and they ask you which position Betty is vying for, tell them I am vying for the governor’s seat.”
“Here we are saying ‘Governor B’. I will not allow myself to be ridiculed because I am young. This young leader who gives you beans is the one God has chosen,” Maina said on Tuesday during an engagement with supporters at Mbogoini Primary School Grounds in Kahumbu Ward, Kigumo constituency.
However, political analysts say her ambition faces significant hurdles, particularly against Kang’ata, who enjoys the advantage of incumbency, and Wahome, a seasoned politician with considerable political networks.
“She faces a tough test. Kang’ata and Wahome are not walkovers. Beyond being in politics for long, they have the financial muscle to bankroll their campaigns,” said political analyst Michael Wanjora.
Kang’ata enters the contest with a formidable electoral record. He won the 2022 gubernatorial election with 256,561 votes, representing 73.78 per cent of the votes cast.
His closest challenger, former governor Jamleck Kamau, garnered 91,164 votes on a Jubilee Party ticket.
Other candidates included Wairagu wa Maai, who received 42,318 votes, and Irungu Nyakera, who garnered 21,150.
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Ruto opens Industrialisation Summit, 2026 in Nairobi
President William Ruto has today presided over the official opening of the Kenya Industrialisation Summit, 2026 happening at KICC, Nairobi.
The summit, which started Tuesday, November 3 and set to end Saturday, November 7, is a major platform bringing together industry leaders, manufacturers, investors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to discuss the future of Kenya's industrial and economic development.
It focuses on driving industrial growth through investment, manufacturing, trade, innovation, and sustainable financing.
The event provides an opportunity to engage with the people and organisations shaping Kenya's industrial landscape, exchange ideas, explore investment opportunities, and strengthen partnerships that support local production and economic transformation.
Participants will also experience the Changamka Shopping Festival, a manufacturing expo celebrating locally manufactured products and promoting the Buy Kenya, Build Kenya initiative. The festival offers businesses an opportunity to showcase products, connect with consumers, and expand market reach.
The summit is an important opportunity for business networking, knowledge sharing, investment promotion, and collaboration across Kenya's manufacturing and industrial sectors.
It is themed “Driving Industrial Growth Through Investment, Manufacturing, Trade, Innovation and Sustainable Financing”.
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Kristian Tiren Triumphs at Absa @ 100 in Eldoret Golf Tournament
Kristian Tiren emerged as the overall winner of the Absa @ 100 Eldoret Golf Tournament, held at the Eldoret Club on Saturday, after posting an impressive 41 points in a highly competitive field of 108 golfers.Tiren, a Moiben resident playing off handicap 17, topped the leaderboard to claim the coveted title in the tournament, which was organised by Absa Bank Kenya as part of its just-concluded celebrations marking 100 years of successful operations in Eldoret.
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NIS, DCI and police ordered to produce Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi in court by 2 pm Wednesday in abduction case
Listen to articleThe respondents have been directed to account for Abdi's whereabouts, produce any lawful warrants authorising his arrest and detention, and show cause why he should not be immediately released.The High Court has ordered the National Intelligence Service (NIS), Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the National Police Service (NPS), among other security agencies, to produce Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi before the court by 2:30 pm on Wednesday (today).
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Why Kenyan Companies Are Not Hiring Despite Rising Sales
Kenyan companies are slowing down recruitment despite receiving more orders and recording stronger sales, with rising operating costs and cash-flow difficulties emerging as some of the pressures facing businesses.The latest Stanbic Bank Kenya Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) shows that new orders grew at the fastest pace in almost a year in October, driven by increased customer activity, referrals, higher footfall and new contracts.
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‘Buy our tea or else’: Kirinyaga farmers spend night at buying centre in protest
Tea farmers in Kirinyaga Central have vowed to suspend deliveries to Kiawakara Buying Centre 11, also known as KN Eleven, until a colleague's rejected produce is accepted, escalating a dispute that has seen them spend the night at the facility.The farmers staged the protest after a collection clerk allegedly rejected green leaf belonging to one of their colleagues on Monday, citing poor quality without providing a satisfactory explanation.
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Ministry of Education unveils action-packed 2027 co-curricular calendar
The Ministry of Education has released the 2027 national and post-national co-curricular activities calendar, setting out the schedule of student competitions across the country.In a directive signed by Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa, regional directors, county officers and school heads are required to align their sub-county and regional games with the new schedule.
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David Ndii: Affordable housing construction workers causing milk shortage
Speaking on Tuesday, he referred to figures from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), which indicate that milk production had increased by 20 per cent to approximately 5.6 billion litresHe further claimed that milk deliveries to processing companies had risen by 34 per cent during the same period.
Ndii questioned why supermarkets were experiencing stock shortages despite the reported growth in production and processing volumes, arguing that increased consumption could explain the situation.He pointed to workers at construction sites as an example, noting that hundreds of thousands of people employed in affordable housing projects and other developments consume milk daily.
According to him, milk is among the basic supplies provided to workers at some construction sites, suggesting that changing consumption habits, particularly among lower-income households, could be contributing to the increased demand.
His comments come against the backdrop of persistent reports of milk shortages across supermarkets and retail outlets, with some retailers introducing purchase limits while consumers struggle to find their preferred brands.
However, an October 19 report presented a different picture of milk deliveries to processors, indicating that formal milk intake had fallen from 88.89 million litres in May to 75 million litres in August 2026, representing a decline of approximately 16 per cent.
The Kenya Dairy Board attributed the reduction largely to prolonged dry conditions and rising pressure on animal feed supplies. The report also highlighted difficulties affecting milk collection, processing and distribution.
Similarly, the KNBS August 2026 Leading Economic Indicators report recorded formal milk intake at 77.1 million litres, down from 81.3 million litres in July, representing a 5.1 per cent decline.
These figures highlight the difference between overall milk production and the quantities entering formal processing channels, since increased national output does not automatically translate into steady processor deliveries or sufficient packaged milk supplies in retail outlets.Despite the concerns raised by the declining formal deliveries, Ndii maintained that rising consumer demand could be a major factor behind the shortages being witnessed in shops.
The supply challenges have also coincided with an increase in milk prices. KNBS figures showed that fresh packaged milk prices rose by six per cent in September, while ultra-high-temperature (UHT) milk recorded an eight per cent increase.