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3 dead in Kangundo and Matungulu as rains wreak havoc

Agnes Mutio
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3 dead in Kangundo and Matungulu as rains wreak havoc

Tragedy struck in Manyanzaani, Ngonda in Matungulu as a woman and her seven-year-old grandchild met a tragic end when their toilet collapsed.

The heart-wrenching incident was confirmed by Kyaume Assistant Chief Ancent Musembi who highlighted the urgency of timely reporting to facilitate swift rescue operations.

He noted that rescue operations proved futile as the two were already dead after being retrieved from the toilet.

“The loss of life is devastating. We urge residents to promptly alert authorities, including the MCA, myself, the Chief, OCPD, or Machakos emergency services, to ensure swift responses in such emergencies,” expressed Chief Musembi.

Meanwhile, in neighboring Kangundo, the relentless downpour claimed another life as a 70-year-old man perished when his house wall gave way in Kwandili.

Kawauni Assistant Chief Januaris Nzioka emphasized the need for vigilance during heavy rains, urging locals to evacuate hazardous areas and seek safer shelters.

He noted that due to heavy rains some structures like toilets and poorly constructed brick houses had become a danger zone.

“Your safety is paramount. Don’t take chances during these rains. Avoid unstable structures and reach out for assistance or relocation if needed,” cautioned Chief Nzioka, echoing the government’s plea for proactive safety measures.

Police officers at the scene where a man died a wall of  his house collapsed (original)

Pastor Nganga: Why I hate Kasolo

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Pastor Nganga: Why I hate Kasolo

Controversial City Pastor James Ng’ang’a of Neno Evangelism Centre has disclosed that he hates Kitole hitmaker Stephen Kasolo.

In a TikTok video, Ng’ang’a begins singing the Kitole song then pauses and says he doesn’t like that song because he fell out with its singer.

“Ivinda niyo yii, amaitha makwa, mekie kitole masye…I hate that person, I fell out with him. In the song, he says this is the time for my enemies to agree that I’m blessed.” Nganga in the short clip says.

It is not clear what transpired between Kasolo and the City Pastor leading to their fallout.

The video;

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Auditor General puts Kitui County Assembly on the spot over foreign trips

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Auditor General puts Kitui County Assembly on the spot over foreign trips

The Auditor General has put Kitui County Assembly on the spot over unconfirmed foreign trips and allowances in the 2022/2023 Financial Year report.

In the period under review, 90.6 Million was used in foreign travel and subsistence. An amount of 19.8 Million was incurred on payments for air ticketing, accommodation, conferences, and training for courses offered mainly in the Middle East and Asian countries. However, no justification was provided in support of why the programs were undertaken abroad and not locally.

The County Assembly expended Kshs.1,029,694,736 against an approved budget of Kshs.1,529,877,619 resulting in an under-expenditure of Kshs.500,182,883 or 33 percent of the budget. As of June 2023, the Assembly had accumulated pending bills of 11.6 million.

The Auditor General also flagged 2.7 million with respect to subscriptions paid to the County Assemblies Forum and Society of Clerks. The Audit noted that these entities are not established in law and therefore the payment was irregular.

The report also raised concern about the delayed construction of the speakers’ residence, “Through the statement of professional opinion dated 29 March 2021, the Accounting Officer approved the process to proceed to the next stage. However, the minutes of the tender evaluation committee for the purchase of the land for the construction of the Speaker’s official residence held on 30 April, 2021 (negotiation process) recommended that the tender be re-advertised. The re-advertisement had not been actualized as of the date of completing the audit.”

The Audit also expresses concerns over the lack of a risk management policy, Lack of a Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plan, and use of manual payroll.

Missed our earlier story on the Audit queries for the Kitui County executive? check it out below;

Auditor General unmasks questionable expenditure in Kitui County

Kasolo: Why i don’t allow anyone to hurt me

Grace Mwende
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Kasolo: Why i don’t allow anyone to hurt me

Kamba Gospel artist Stephen Kasolo has explained why he does not like it when people come to his life to hurt him.

In a long Facebook Post Kasolo narrated how his life has had a lot of ups and downs since he was born.

From losing his parents within two years to his sister and then his grandmother two years ago Kasolo notes that he has had to push through life despite all the challenges he has faced.

“life is like a Game and sometimes you may see some of us smiling and forget to know we go through a lot silently,” read part of his post.

“Mwa tumite mbali watwona ekana Naiu…. Na nye nditanaa ila mundu ukuka maishani makwa kunumisya actually niyaa Ngai Mundu wa muthemba usu nakwatane nake,” translated – we have come a long way when you see us just leave us alone, I am not happy when someone comes in my life to hurt me I tell God to deal with people like this. he concluded.

Mutula: Muatineni River accident could have been avoided

Agnes Mutio
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Mutula: Muatineni River accident could have been avoided

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior has said that the drowning incident at Muatineni Kwa Muswii River could have been avoided.

Speaking after visiting the scene where more than ten people lost their lives, Mutula said that the people around should have warned the lorry driver and prevented him from driving into the jaws of death.

He condoled with the affected families and disclosed that the county government would cater for the hospital and burial bills of the victims.

“It is saddening that these people were fending for their families, I would like to send my condolence to their families. We will cater for treatment, post-mortem, and burial arrangements to the victims,” said Mutula.

Mutula said that a report about the bridge needs to be done arguing that it was shoddily constructed. He also thanked divers who risked their lives to save those involved in the accident.

“It seems the driver of the lorry was not conversant with the bridge thus the accident,” said the governor.

The county boss noted that five people are still missing after the incident involving 24 people.

Alarm as Athi River Bridge at Kamulu-Joska border cracks

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Alarm as Athi River Bridge at Kamulu-Joska border cracks

The Athi River Bridge at the Kamulu-Joska border along the Kangundo road has developed a crack at the center.

According to an OB at KBC Traffic Base Matungulu dated 27th April, members of the public were advised to keep off the area until normalcy is restored.

“Please be informed that there is a visible crack on the tarmac at the center of Joska Bridge. This is due to the Athiriver frequently overflowing over the bridge. Members of the public are well advised to keep off that area until normalcy is restored. Progress report to follow.”The police report read in part.

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Mbagathi River commonly known as Athi River last week overflowed at the Joska Kamulu bridge severally.

The bridge is critical as it Connects Nairobi and Machakos counties along Kangundo road. By the time of publishing KENHA was yet to issue any communication on the same.

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Katani: Over 25 families rescued as flood wreak havoc

Victor Mwongela
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Katani: Over 25 families rescued as flood wreak havoc

Over 25 families in Seme village in Katani, Machakos County were on Saturday night evacuated after their houses got flooded.

The flash flood victims included children and women who were in their respective homes when the tragedy struck at night.

Athi River East Sub-county police commander Anderson Mbae said a rescue team swung into action following the victims’ distress call. The team, led by the Kenya Red Cross was immediately mobilized to help the affected families.

“We have more flooding reported in Seme, Kamulu, Syokimau, and Kwa Mbemba areas among other places after a heavy downpour pondered JKIA last night,” Mbae told the press on Sunday.

“In Seme, about 25 households were evacuated with the majority staying with their neighbors on safe higher grounds. All victims in Seme were successfully rescued at night,” he added.

The Kenya Red Cross response team and community members are currently conducting rescue operations in Kamulu’s Okoa Bridge and Kwa Mbemba areas both within Athi River subcounty.

“Kwa Mbemba village along Mombasa road is also flooded alongside Kamulu’s Okoa Bridge area. The operations are going on well with those on-site reporting that water levels are subsiding.” Mbae went on to reveal that over 200 people were affected in Kwa Mbemba.

Mbae stated as well that the road and Kamulu’s Okoa Bridge area have been flooded.

Photos: Newly tarmacked Kincar-Airways road washed by rains

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Photos: Newly tarmacked Kincar-Airways road washed by rains

A Section of the Kincar-Airways road, Machakos county has been washed away by the ongoing heavy rains.

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti inspected a section of the road that was completed last week but 5 days later the rains have wreaked havoc on the road.

Questions have since been raised about the quality of the works. Flooding at JKIA is also said to have contributed to the situation.

Below are some photos of the road taken Sunday (28th April) and earlier photos during the inspection;

Mauvoo News has since established the construction is ongoing and the contractor is yet to finish the full section as they have been forced to slow down due to the rains.

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