We must make Africa a First World continent; Kenya on track-DP Kindiki
The Mountain Journal Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for faster transformation of Africa to first world status saying the continent has the resources and manpower necessary to uplift it to a developed status. Prof. Kindiki said the continent cannot afford to lag behind in development yet it is endowed with what is needed to…
Kang’ata administration excels in development score card, report states
County chiefs who graced the function in Nairobi The Mountain Journal Murang’a County has emerged as Kenya’s best-performing county in the latest CountyTrak Performance Index 2026 released by Infotrak Research and Consulting, outperforming all other devolved units in the country. The survey released this week ranked Murang’a first nationally with an overall score of 54…
Diversion of capital from its purpose to fund other initiatives can ruin investments, says comfort Homes Financial advisor Kariuki
The Mountain Journal Contractors , and other investors have been cautioned against diverting business Capital to fund campaigns ahead of the upcoming General elections. Comfort Homes Real Estate Company Director Hezekiah Kariuki cautioned the investors against being easily lured to fund political campaigns only to lament at the end after the collapse of their ventures….
Kindiki defends Vision 2060 agenda
The Mountain Journal Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has challenged Kenyans to look beyond the 2027 elections and back President William Ruto’s long-term Vision 2060 agenda, warning against reducing the country’s future to short-term political contests. Speaking during Sunday greetings with neighbours in Irunduni, Tharaka Nithi County, Kindiki said Ruto’s invitation for Kenyans to deliberate on…
UDA has maintained national strength and appeal, open to work with like-minded parties ahead of 2027 elections-DP Kindiki
The Mountain Journal Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the ruling United Democratic Alliance party remains strong and has maintained its national appeal adding that it is open to all Kenyans and aspirants for 2027 elections. The DP said the party, led by President William Ruto, does not discriminate against anyone as it has ensured development…
Challenges facing the tea sector will affect the payment of bonus
The Mountain Journal Tea farmers advised to brace themselves for less tea bonus following myriad challenges that befell the tea industry this year. The lucrative sector in the six months has faced a series of misfortunes, including the Middle East crisis involving Iran, Israel and the US, and the tea levy. KTDA Holding Chairman Enos…
Karua rejects returns of a single-party state in Kenya
The Mountain Journal United Opposition Principal Martha Karua is opposed to attempts to turn Kenya into a one-party state, citing that political parties enjoy constitutional rights. The People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader spoke when she opened party offices in Mathioya and Kangema constituencies, vowing she will not dissolve her party. She insisted she will contest…
Kenya Secures Historic Medal Haul at the 2026 World Woodball Championship
By James WakahiuKenya’s national woodball team, composed of determined young players, delivered a stellar performance at the 2026 World Woodball Championship held in Malaysia earlier this week.Despite facing fierce international competition, the team’s resilience resulted in a total of seven medals: one silver and six bronze. The championship was defined by high-stakes matches and narrow…
Certification: Buyers’ interest in certified coffee pays better
The Mountain Journal Twenty-four percent of the coffee offered at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) in the weekly auction was certified, thus attracting 21 local and international buyers. In the weekly market, 15,749 bags were sold, fetching Sh Sh884.5 million, where 3,764 bags were certified coffee that attracted the best prices. Last week the market…
The tension between Kenya and Britain over Batuk resolved
The Mountain Journal The British Army Training in Kenya will continue, says the Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. He welcomed the resumption of joint military training exercises between Kenya and Batuk, saying the decision was a testament to the enduring defence partnership between the two countries after weeks of uncertainty. The state official said the…
