Author: Kiambu daily news
Harambee Stars returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion, thrashing Seychelles 5–0 at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, just days after a disappointing 3–1 defeat to Gambia in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign. The Kenyan side, playing with renewed energy and hunger, delighted home fans with a dominant performance. Captain Michael Olunga led from the front, scoring twice, while Ryan Ogam continued his fine form with another brace. Collins Sichenje capped off the evening with a well-taken goal, sealing a memorable victory for the Stars. Despite the win, Kenya’s qualification hopes for the 2026 World Cup are…
A domestic dispute has spilled onto social media after Tirus Muange, a middle–aged man, took to his platforms to accuse his wife of infidelity. Muange, who has been married to artist Phyllis Mutisya for 12 years, shocked his followers with a series of posts exposing what he claims to be her extramarital affairs. In his revelations, he alleged that his wife has been involved with several married men, even going as far as naming them publicly. According to Muange, this has been an ongoing issue for the past eight years. He said he remained patient, hoping that Phyllis would change,…
It is not yet freedom for Surveyor Stephen Kigathi Kionywe, the Kikuyu Constituency MP aspirant and rising rival to Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, as his long-running court case has once again been pushed forward. In today’s mention at the Kiambu Law Courts, Judge Peter Oduor set January 19 and 20, 2026 as the official hearing dates. This decision came despite pleas from Kigathi’s lawyer, Arnold Otieno, who argued that the case has dragged on for too long and should be heard within this year. Judge Cites Exams and Leave Judge Oduor explained that one of the accused persons in the…
In the quiet but vibrant neighborhood of Ndeiya, Limuru, Kiambu County, a powerful story of friendship, passion, and resilience has birthed one of the most promising upcoming music bands in Kenya—The Swag. The group is made up of three childhood friends—Billy Boy, Wama K, and G Boy—who grew up together in the same hood. What united them early on was their shared love for music. As teenagers, they would spend hours freestyling, writing lyrics, and dreaming of the big stage. In 2020, their dream took form when they officially came together as The Swag and recorded their debut track “Tunaconfirm.”…
Skywatchers across Kenya are in for a breathtaking celestial show this Sunday, 7th September, as a total lunar eclipse—popularly known as a blood moon—lights up the night sky. According to NASA, the eclipse will be visible across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia, with Kenyans set to enjoy a front-row view of the rare phenomenon. The event will unfold in several stages, beginning with the penumbral phase at around 6:25 pm, when the moon will start entering Earth’s outer shadow. The total eclipse is expected to begin at approximately 8:30 pm, with the spectacle reaching its peak at 9:11 pm. The…
Mbeere North politics has taken a new twist ahead of the much-anticipated November by-election after Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) aspirant Duncan Mbui announced he will vie as an independent candidate. Mbui, who currently serves as the Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Evurore Ward in Embu County, took to his Facebook page to accuse DCP—led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua—of bowing to pressure from the opposition not to field a candidate in Mbeere North. “I have been watching with a keen eye the ongoings at the DCP party and have come to the conclusion that the party…
The family of National Assembly Leader of Majority Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah, EGH, MP, is in mourning following the death of his father, Mzee Isaac Ichungwa Ngugi, at the age of 105. According to a notification from the Office of the Speaker of the National Assembly dated 4th September 2025, Mzee Ngugi passed away peacefully in his sleep at his Kikuyu home early Thursday morning. This comes just days after he had been discharged from Karen Hospital, where he had been admitted for a week. Leaders from across the political spectrum have sent their condolences to the Majority Leader and his…
The Kiambu Liberation Movement (KLM) has strongly condemned calls by a section of Kiambu leaders to push for the county’s recognition as a region separate from the larger Mt Kenya bloc. In a press statement released on Thursday, the movement singled out Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah for what they termed as “reckless and divisive remarks” regarding Kiambu’s place within the Mt Kenya region. KLM maintained that Kiambu has always been an integral part of the Mt Kenya community, bound by history, culture, and shared economic struggles. “The people of Kiambu have for many years worked hand in hand with our…
The Kiambu County Government has played host to a high-level delegation from the Turkana County Government for a two-day benchmarking visit held on 3rd and 4th September 2025. The visit was aimed at drawing lessons from Kiambu’s transformative journey and learning from the best practices that have positioned the county as a model of progress in Kenya. Over the two days, the delegation engaged in peer-to-peer learning sessions, boardroom discussions, practical demonstrations, and field visits, gaining firsthand insights into how Kiambu is leveraging innovation to improve service delivery. Focus Areas of the Visit Key areas of interest included: Modern revenue…
Nairobi, Kenya – Monday, August 25, 2025 After their spirited run at the just-concluded CHAN 2025 tournament, where they reached the quarterfinals for the first time in history, Harambee Stars have now turned their attention to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Kenya will resume their qualification campaign with two crucial back-to-back home fixtures at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. The Stars will face Gambia on Friday, September 5th, at 4:00 pm, before hosting Seychelles on Tuesday, September 9th, at 4:00 pm. Currently, Harambee Stars sit fourth in Group F, which is led by continental giants Ivory Coast. The…
