Mulyungi: Why Government should not think of mining Kitui coal

Musyoki Emmanuel
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Mulyungi: Why Government should not think of mining Kitui coal

Mwingi Central MP Gideon Mulyungi has opposed the latest plan by Mining CS Salim Mvurya to start mining coal and other minerals in Kitui county.

The Wiper legislator warned CS Mvurya of the mass displacement that will be a result of the mining and also adverse effects on the environment. While addressing the media outside the parliament building, Mulyungi said that after the CS hosted Governor Malombe to discuss the issue of mining in Kitui, the Kitui elected leaders won’t accept the mining of coal in Kitui.

“I want to tell CS Mvurya that as you speculate about minerals because I saw you listing Kitui as one of the counties rich in mineral resources and targetted for mining, keep off coal mining in Mui basin which is Mwingi Central constituency. That is a matter that we have gone over and over, although you’re very new in the Ministry, with your predecessors,” Mulyungi remarked.

The Mwingi Central MP invited the Mining Cabinet Secretary to look at the Parliamentary report on coal mining that he (Mulyungi) presented in 2019 and motion tabled in parliament.

“He should look at the motion that was tabled in Parliament in 2019 where Parliament in its wisdom stopped coal mining in Kitui until Consensus building is done. Speculating about the mining of the coal in the Mui basin is a no-go zone and we won’t allow that to happen,” he added.

Mulyungi also revealed that he had even personally discussed the matter with President Ruto and agreed on how to proceed. The vocal legislator said that it is very clear that coal is not the way to go considering that the community might get little benefit from the mining but the environmental and health effects will bring more harm to the people.

“Coal mining is not clean energy, it is a health hazard, causes mass displacement of people, and therefore anything that displaces people from their homes, especially where they have buried their loved ones and during these difficult times, we can’t allow that to happen,” Mulyungi added.

In November 2022, Nimrod Mbai also spoke against the mining of coal in Kitui.

An estimated 400 million tons of coal deposits are believed to be in the 123,553-acre Mui Coal Basin which stretches from Mwingi Central to Kitui East. The Mui Coal Basin is divided into blocks A to D where the concession to mine coal in Blocks C and D of the Mui Coal Basin was awarded to the Fenxi Mining Industry of China in December 2013 but since then nothing has happened.

Coal mining concessions in Blocks A and B were also put on hold, even after the tender was advertised. 

The new administration has hinted at commencing mining coal in Kitui county. Missed the story by Trade CS Moses Kuria? Check it out below;

CS Moses Kuria Speaks about Coal mining in Kitui

Nahitaji Pastor aniombee na animwagie Mafuta – Justina Syokau

Agnes Mutio
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Nahitaji Pastor aniombee na animwagie Mafuta – Justina Syokau

Gospel Artist Justina Syokau says she needs a genuine man of God to pray for her and anoint her.

In a short Facebook post, Justina noted that she needs the pastor to anoint all her assets and even urged her followers to suggest the best man of God she should approach.

The ‘Najileta Kwako’ hitmaker said she has tried to pray for herself in vain as things have not changed.

“Natafuta pastor wa kuniombea,na amwage mafuta kwa all my assets..taja pastor mwenye unajua ako na anointing, mwenye hajajichanganya, niende aniombee naitaji maombi nimejiombea na bado mambo hayajabadilika naitaji mungu sasa,” Justina said.

Her post evoked mixed reactions from her fans who took turns to suggest men of God the singer should consult for prayers.

However, others wanted her to clarify what assets she meant before recommending their pastors.

Some questioned where her “spiritual mother” Lucy Natasha went and why she was not going to her for prayers.

Here are some of the reactions;

Jacie Jacy said, “Where is your spiritual mother Reverend Lucy Natasha ama haumuamini, earth is hard.“

Eunice Mutisya said, “Hope your Pastor has seen this post, Shida ya waimbaji hatukuangi na church permanent or a spiritual father. You can’t say you want anybody to pray for you.”

“Oooh u mean kitambo haukuwa unamhitaji Mungu kabisa sahii ndio unamhitaji Mambo yakienda segemnege,” said Margaret Paul.

“Unakuaga na lugha chafu sana wewe!,” said Irene Mutheu.

Lucy Wokabi said, “Na kwani mbeleni ulikua unahitaji nani kama saa hii ndio unahitaji Mungu?”

Mutula reveals how Ruto won 2022 elections, advises Kalonzo on Presidency

Agnes Mutio
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Mutula reveals how Ruto won 2022 elections, advises Kalonzo on Presidency

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior has disclosed how President William Ruto won the 2022 August elections.

Speaking at Muvau, Mutula said that apart from aggressive campaigning Ruto had a lot money which catapulted him to the presidency.

According to Mutula if not for money, Ruto would not have won. He urged Kamba leaders to be orderly and have a solid plan if they dream of getting the Presidency.

The Governor noted that Ruto had people who stood with him financially thus giving him an upper hand in the elections.

“You want to be president yet you cannot even give out 10 million shillings. This thing is not collected on the road. Just ask the one on the seat how he did it, he would be frustrated here and get money from somewhere else until he got the seat while some thought it was a joke,” Mutula said.

“He was self-sufficient and that is why he is seated on the seat, now you are claiming you want to go to Statehouse, that is not how things are done, statehouse is not a bedroom that you would tell someone to move a bit for you to sleep,”he added amid laughter from the crowd.

He noted that if the Kamba community does not position itself well, then getting the presidency will be a dream that will never come true.

Mutula spoke while launching the Ndukuma dam that is being constructed by the County Government of Makueni.

The County has committed 50 million for the first phase of the 58-acre dam. Once completed the dam will serve more than 19 villages.

Death toll rises as Cholera ravages Machakos

Juline Mwikali
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Death toll rises as Cholera ravages Machakos

Machakos County Cholera death toll has risen to 6 from 4 people that succumbed last week in Mavoko sub-county.

Machakos Health CEC Dr. Daniel Yumbya revealed this during a press briefing saying that the 2 new deaths are from Kangundo Sub-county.

Yumbya said that those who died in Kangundo had traveled from different locations before succumbing in Kangundo.

The CEC revealed that after the four deaths in Mavoko, no death has been reported in the area since the County Government has been keen on ensuring that the disease is contained.

“So far since the reporting of the Cholera outbreak in the county 6 people have died, 4 from Mavoko sub-county and 2 from Kangundo sub-county,” said Dr. Yumbya.

In total, the number of people who have shown signs and symptoms of Cholera in the county stands at 51, 46 in the Mavoko sub-county and 5 in Kangundo sub-county.

Areas affected by the cases are Mlolongo, Jua Kali, Kwa Mang’eli, Kanaani, California, KMC, Site, Njoguini, Ngimu, Slota, and Sokoni estates.

The County Government has embarked on ensuring that they curb the spread of cholera by supplying clean water to residents and clearing garbage in the most affected areas.

Mlolongo: Residents complain of uncollected garbage since last year

Tears as Form 2 student found murdered in Kitui is laid to rest

Musyoki Emmanuel
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Tears as Form 2 student found murdered in Kitui is laid to rest

Emotions ran high during the burial of 17-year-old Syengo Nyamai at his parent’s home at Kathungu village in Kathungi location, Kitui Central constituency.

Syengo a Form 2 student at Mavindini Secondary School died under unclear circumstances and his body was found lying in a nearby forest. The late was suspected to be murdered after winning a Ksh. 200,000 Betika bet. The family called upon the investigative agencies to complete their investigations so that the family can get justice for their son.

In the burial attended by hundreds of mourners, the late Syengo was eulogized as a humble young man who was full of energy and ready to pursue his dreams.

“My brother was killed on his way to school, we found him after three days of searching for him. This thing has brought sadness to us because we are yet to comprehend how he was killed, so we call on those who were involved to be charged and know how our brother was killed. I call upon the investigative agencies to speed up so that we can get justice because our hearts are bleeding,” Gideon Nyamai, the brother to the late said.

The students and teachers eulogized Syengo as a disciplined student who interacted well with the other students and also his teachers saying that it is a big loss to the school fraternity. They also cursed those who did the heinous act to take away the life of Syengo to never find peace.

“He was a young boy full of dreams, we know God will deal with those who killed him and we pray that God will give wisdom to the Government agencies dealing with this matter because we want to know them. We as a school condole with the family, it is a loss to us,” Benson Malinda, the school principal remarked.

Katiwa Kilimu, the chief of the Kathungi location warned those who might have ill motives to kill innocent people to stop sad and requested those who might have information on those who killed the young boy to provide the information to government agencies.

“The issue is at the safe hands of the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI), although it may take time, I urge those who have information on who killed Syengo to give out the details so that the DCI may expedite their investigations. If you have any reports share them with us because that is what will help instead of going around spreading rumors,” Chief Katiwa said.

The Chief also warned those who issue their identity cards to under eighteen children to register sim cards to stop that because it is exposing the children to danger and its a crime.

The late Syengo was reported to have registered a sim card using another person’s identity card because he was under age and it’s the line that he used to bet and won the Ksh. 200,000. Two suspects who were the last people seen with the deceased are being detained at Itoleka Police Station as the investigation continues.

Kitui: Form 2 Student who went missing found dead

List of CASs from Ukambani

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List of CASs from Ukambani

President William Ruto on Thursday 16th March nominated Chief Administrative Secretaries (CAS) Pursuant to article 132 (4) (a) of the constitution.

From Lower Eastern, only 2 candidates were nominated; Victor Munyaka and James Mbaluka.

Together with Onesmus Kimani Ngujiri, Munyaka will be the CAS in the Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing, and Urban Development.

Munyaka lost to Caleb Mule of Maendeleo Chap chap after garnering 20,000 votes while Caleb got over 47,596 votes in the Machakos MP contest in the 2022 elections.

Last month, Mwala MP Eng. Vincent Musyoka disclosed that Munyaka’s position was assured. Missed the story? check it out below;

James Mbaluka together with Khatib Mwashetani will be CASs for the Ministry of Health.

Mbaluka lost to Mwengi Mutuse in the Kibwezi West Constituency race after garnering 20,744 votes against Mutuse’s 30,821.

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Other CAS nominees are;

The nominees will now be vetted by Parliament before assuming office.

Kamafia: Names of Kamba ladies and their characteristics

Agnes Mutio
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Kamafia: Names of Kamba ladies and their characteristics

Kamafia, born Innocent Mutinda is a freestyle rapper from Mwingi, Kitui county and shot to fame a few years ago and has several music videos.

The ‘Mwiitu wa Mwikya’ hitmaker has a following of over 29,000 on TikTok where he has been able to build his brand with short videos.

Kamafia recently analyzed Kamba ladies’ names and their traits on his TikTok account.

It is not clear how the rapper came up with the characteristics as some may clash with other people’s opinions.

Here is the list of names and their characteristics according to him.

Mwende
These types of girls Kamafia says are beautiful and always in demand. These girls he claims always chose to become waiters when they can’t find any other job to do.

Mwikali

These girls he says have plus-size bodies and one would think they are in High School while still in primary school. He adds they are very rich and most of them like opening shops.

Koki

Such type girls have every quality a man looks for in a woman, from a big behind, a pretty face and to top it all a teeth gap.

Mwelu
Kamafia says girls with this name are beautiful and light-skinned but very easily deceived.

Mutanu

Vibrant as the name and very gorgeous that they can make you chase your wife away. They are also very generous according to the rapper.

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Wanza

Kamafia claims ladies called Wanza are rarely loved by many as most of them are not good.

“They are mostly just loved by family members, at our home many with that name are witches. Forgive me Wanza if I have wronged you,” he raps.

Ndanu

Kamafia says most of them act contrary to the name which means happiness and mostly battle anger issues but forgive easily.

Mbithe

Most are dark-skinned but with hidden beauty, you cannot explain well.

Mumbi

Girls bearing this name go through a lot before succeeding and don’t get married easily because they are very ‘Knowing’, the artist claims.

Mwikali

Kamafia says these are very tough women who may even beat and chase away their husbands.

Missed our earlier story on Kamafia, check it out below;

Meet Kamafia the Trending Kamba Rapper who has taken the internet by storm

Yatta MP message to Ukambani Governors ahead of Monday’s Azimio demos

Agnes Mutio
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Yatta MP message to Ukambani Governors ahead of Monday’s Azimio demos

Yatta MP Robert Basil has asked Ukambani Governors to be part of the planned demonstrations by the Azimio coalition next week.

Speaking in Nairobi, Basil said that the demos are people’s voices that the cost of living has gone up and the Government needs to do something.

In order for the voice to be heard Basil said all leaders across the region should join.

“The time for Kamba leaders to come together is now, lets all show up for the demos standing in solidarity with our leader Kalonzo Musyoka and other Azimio leaders,” Basil said.

He also rubbished claims that the coalition plans on ferrying people to the demos.

“Every Kenyan is feeling the pinch due to the high cost of living. We won’t ferry anyone to the demos because we have enough followers and more so those in Nairobi are enough for the demo. So those claiming we will ferry people should be ashamed. We will not relent in putting the Government in check, “Basil went on.

Governors from Ukambani have not shown any interest in the Azimio demos and rallies that have been held in several Counties.

In January, Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo junior noted that he would not be involved in the Azimio rallies and demos until the Ukambani region gets developed like the Nyanza region.

The Governor vowed to work closely with the current Government and ensure development for his people

The same vow was made by Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti who has never appeared in any of the Azimio rallies.

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