March 7, 2026
Nairobi, Kenya

Meru

Politics

Meru aspirants vow to block Gachagua after overnight leadership shake-up in DCP

Members of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) in Meru are up in arms after sudden changes in the county leadership left aspirants and supporters frustrated. The chaos unfolded on Saturday, September 6, after the party leadership announced that the county chairmanship previously held by Timothy Kithinji had been handed over to James Mithika.

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Politics

Matiang’i hits out at Ruto’s government, promises meaningful change if elected

Fred Matiang’i is setting the stage for a major political comeback with his recent statements that he intends to run for the presidency in 2027. During his visit to Meru County, he presented himself as a reformist who wants to bring back order and proper management in key sectors of the country. He promised that

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News

Police blame protesters for Meru arson while ignoring footage of their own involvement

The arrest of three people in Meru following the July 7 Saba Saba protests is being paraded as a major breakthrough by the police, but the bigger question remains why were the police absent or ineffective when the chaos broke out in the first place? Instead of taking responsibility for failing to prevent the attacks,

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Politics

Crisis brews as Meru MCAs allegedly move to oust new Governor Isaac Mutuma

Meru County feels like it’s spinning on the same old record again. Just a month ago, Isaac Mutuma was sworn in with big promises and hopeful smiles, stepping into the job after Kawira Mwangaza’s unexpected exit. Many of us thought that change would bring fresh energy and new ideas. Instead, whispers have turned into loud

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