Sample of payslip form. [Getty Images] The government has announced a nationwide crackdown targeting corrupt human resource officers implicated in manipulating government payroll systems. Through the Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, the state said the crackdown will begin this week. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0), rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)); } .paywall-container { position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1); background-color: #ffffff; } .paywall-header…
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Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geofrey Ruku during a Sunday service in Embu on Oct 12, 2025. [Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has hit at the opposition over what he termed as insults against other leaders. Speaking after attending a Sunday service in Embu, Ruku condemned what he described as ‘insult-laden, bitter and misleading rhetoric’ from the opposition brigade led by impeached former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper’s Kalonzo Musyoka. The CS accused the opposition leaders of using their political platform during their Saturday tour of Embu and Kirinyaga counties to undermine duly elected officials and…
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geofrey Ruku during a Sunday service in Embu on Oct 12, 2025. [Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has hit at the opposition over what he termed as insults against other leaders. Speaking after attending a Sunday service in Embu, Ruku condemned what he described as ‘insult-laden, bitter and misleading rhetoric’ from the opposition brigade led by impeached former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper’s Kalonzo Musyoka. The CS accused the opposition leaders of using their political platform during their Saturday tour of Embu and Kirinyaga counties to undermine duly elected officials and…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki greets Community Health worlers at his residents,in Tharaka Nithi on 18/09/2025. [DPCS] Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki has called on residents of Mbeere North to support the Kenya Kwanza government, urging them to reject the opposition, which he accused of spreading propaganda and offering no tangible solutions. Speaking during a high-profile women’s engagement forum in Rwika, Mbeere South, in Embu County, attended by over 5,000 women from Mbeere North, Kindiki dismissed the opposition as a group of failed leaders now rebranding themselves as saviours of the people. “These are the same people who had their chance…
Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku during an impromptu visit to the government offices at the Eastern regional headquarters in Embu town on August 18, 2025. [Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has launched a blistering political attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s claim to the kingship of the Mt Kenya Region. The CS said Gachugua’s Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP)’s failure to field a candidate in the hotly contested Mbeere North by-election proved that he was not the region’s kingpin. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height:…
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot and Embu governor Cecily Mbarire at a press briefing The United Democratic Alliance ( UDA) has announced the second phase of its grassroots elections which will be held between April 11 and 12, 2025 across 22 counties. [Nicholas Biwott, Standard] The United Democratic Alliance Party (UDA) has come out strongly to refute claims of mass defections by its members in Embu County, labeling the reports as fraudulent and politically motivated. Speaking at a press briefing in Embu Town, UDA Mt. Kenya East Coordinator Albert Mutani described the allegations of a political walkout as a “sham…
Students showcase innovative projects to Teachers Service Commission Chair Jamlick Muturi and other education stakeholders during the 61st National Kenya Science and Engineering Fair, on April 7, 2025. [Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Some 800 high school students are participating in the 61st National Kenya Science and Engineering Fair (KSEF) at Kangaru School in Embu County, where they are showcasing innovative projects that address global challenges such as renewable energy, climate action, environmental sustainability, robotics and technology. Among the notable projects are a smart irrigation robot from Kisumu Senior School, an electricity generation system from vehicle exhaust fumes by SCLP Samaj School,…