Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru during a past interview. [File, Standard] Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru’s supporters on Monday took to the streets to protest against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s verbal attacks on her. Speaking during a street demonstration in Kutus town, they condemned Gachagua’s remarks as disrespectful, demeaning, and reflective of deep-seated contempt for women in leadership. Speaking in Kirinyaga and Mbeere North at the weekend, Gachagua accused Governor Waiguru and her Embu counterpart Cecily Mbarire of being used by President William Ruto to divide the Mt Kenya region. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp The protesters expressed outrage over…
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The opposition leaders heald a public rally in Makutano Grounds, Kirinyaga County. [Courtesy Rigathi Gachagua X] United Opposition leaders have criticised President William Ruto, accusing him of promoting tribalism and corruption while failing to deliver on his promises to Kenyans. Speaking at Makutano Grounds in Kirinyaga County, the leaders — among them Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Democratic Congress Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua, Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua, and former Attorney General Justin Muturi — said the country urgently needs liberation from what they termed a “divisive and corrupt regime.” The leaders jointly called on Kenyans to unite in rejecting President Ruto’s leadership, alleging that his administration has prioritised ethnic politics, personal enrichment, and…
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku. [File, Standard] Mbeere North MP candidates Newton Kariuki of the Democratic Party and Duncan Mbui of Chama cha Kazi have been cleared by the electoral body to run for the seat. After the clearance by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), the two accused Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku of financing a court case to block them from the race. The by-election slated for November 27 was occasioned by Mr Ruku’s appointment to the Cabinet. Speaking in Siakago Town after IEBC cleared him, Kariuki, a musician popular as karish, alleged that the CS orchestrated the court case using locals to…
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President William Ruto and Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta at State House Nairobi. [PCS] A section of Mt Kenya leaders allied to President William Ruto have said that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is still the leader of the region. Laikipia East MP Mwangi Kiunjuri said they will not be coerced by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua into joining him. Others who spoke were Gachoki Gitari (Kirinyaga Central), Mary Maingi (Mwea), and Elizabeth Kailemia (Meru). [Jane Mugambi] The former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary said leaders should practise politics of tolerance, emphasising that every leader deserves the opportunity to present their agenda to the…
President William Ruto and Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta at State House Nairobi. [PCS] A section of Mt Kenya leaders allied to President William Ruto have said that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is still the leader of the region. Laikipia East MP Mwangi Kiunjuri said they will not be coerced by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua into joining him. Others who spoke were Gachoki Gitari (Kirinyaga Central), Mary Maingi (Mwea), and Elizabeth Kailemia (Meru). [Jane Mugambi] The former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary said leaders should practise politics of tolerance, emphasising that every leader deserves the opportunity to present their agenda to the…
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru with Business Investors during the official launch of Nice Extra Premium Miller’s Mwea. June 6, 2025. [File Courtesy] Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has asked counties to exploit their unique strengths and invest in value chains relevant to the areas so as to put the country’s manufacturing sector back on track. While noting that manufacturing still remains the second-largest employer in Kenya after the public service, Waiguru emphasised that the country must remain focused on growing the sector to create more jobs and grow the economy. She said each county has unique investment opportunities and advantages that, if well exploited, can attract many manufacturing industries. Waiguru noted that no country can…