Traders scrambling to save their goods from burning in Marurui./ Courtesy

Fire razes Ruiru Bypass stalls, traders left counting losses

Ruiru Bypass traders count losses after a night fire destroyed stalls and goods. Residents helped fight the blaze as only one fire engine was reported at the scene. No deaths or injuries were reported, as the fire’s cause remains unknown. Business owners at Ruiru Bypass stage in Kiambu County woke up to devastation on Wednesday,…

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Paul Kabubi Kiganda, estate farm manager together with Martin Ngare General Group Manager at the Coffee Management Services during the certificate handover ceremony at the farm./ Courtesy

Kiganda Coffee Estate earns Africa’s first green seal

Kiganda Estate has secured Africa’s first Rainforest Alliance regenerative agriculture certification. The farm is using new practices to improve soil health, conserve water and manage pests. The certification could open new markets and strengthen returns for the estate. Kiganda Estate in Thika, Kiambu County, has become the first farm in Africa certified under the Rainforest…

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Kiambu cooperatives drive growth with Ksh109.5 billion in member savings

Kiambu co-ops recorded Ksh109.49 billion in member savings and an annual turnover of over Ksh22 billion in 2025, reflecting strong public confidence and sector expansion. The county’s coffee sector produced 10.8 million kilograms worth Ksh1 billion, while the dairy sector generated Ksh11.7 billion from 146 million litres of milk. Kiambu County’s cooperative sector recorded an…

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Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui-Photo|Courtesy

Gov’t  backs construction of high rise buildings in Kiambu to Safeguard farmland

The government has urged investors to prioritize vertical developments in Kiambu County to curb the rapid loss of agricultural land to residential construction. Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade, and Industrialization Lee Kinyanjui made the call during a signing ceremony at Tatu City marking a foreign direct investment from Saudi Arabia’s Mabani Aljazeera Holding Group into…

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1 / 1 – The traders rebuild their structures after the Saturday night arson attack. Photo by John Makau

Police asked to probe Ruiru stalls arson attack as traders rebuild structures

Police have been asked to investigate and prosecute those behind the arson attack on business stalls in Ruiru, Kiambu County as traders began rebuilding their destroyed structures. Local leaders also pledged to initiate legal measures seeking compensation for those who lost their property during last Friday’s fire that gutted more than 100 stalls at Junction…

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The past Africa Agri Expo/Photo Courtesy

Kiambu to showcase emerging agricultural technologies during 9th Africa Agri Expo 2026

The Kiambu County, through the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Irrigation and Cooperatives, has announced its participation in the 9th Africa Agri Expo 2026, to showcase emerging agricultural technologies, promote partnerships, and explore investment opportunities shaping the future of Africa’s agriculture, food, and livestock sectors. In a notice released by the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Irrigation…

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1 / 1 – Makongeni Bus Park in Thika West Sub-county/Photo by John Kamau

Reprieve for Matatu operators, traders as Kiambu obtains orders suspending Makongeni bus park takeover

The Kiambu County Government has obtained a court order suspending a ruling that had allowed the Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) to take over Makongeni Bus Park in Thika. The Environment and Lands Court in Thika on Monday, November 3, issued an interim stay of execution of the ruling pending an inter partes hearing set…

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Kiambu Cooperative Officers during the SASRA training/Photo Courtesy

SASRA trains Kiambu Cooperative officers on financial oversight and governance

The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) recently concluded a three-day capacity-building workshop aimed at enhancing the regulatory and operational competencies of Cooperative Officers in Kiambu County. The training, held from October 15 to 17 at the Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), brought together dozens of officers for intensive sessions on financial governance, compliance,…

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MSMEs CS Wycliffe Oparanya during the 2nd KEPSA Annual SME Conference, Awards and Exhibition in Kiambu/photo courtesy

Kiambu SMEs shine as county, national leaders unite to drive business growth at KEPSA Conference

Small business owners from Kiambu County received a significant boost during the 2nd Annual SME Conference, Exhibition, and Awards organized by the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA). The event attracted hundreds of entrepreneurs, policymakers, and industry leaders, providing Kiambu-based SMEs with invaluable access to expert guidance, business networks, and growth opportunities. Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives…

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(Left to Right) Preston Mendenhall, Group Chief Operating Officer of Rendeavour and Country Head of Tatu City, John Mwendwa, CEO of Kenya Investment Authority, Kenneth Chelule, CEO, Special Economic Zones Authority and other stakeholders cutting the ribbon during the official launch of Phase 1 The Link Warehousing and Logistics Park in Tatu City.

Boost for SMEs as multibillion warehousing facilities open doors at Tatu City, create 1,000 jobs

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the country are set to benefit from multibillion-dollar warehousing facilities that have opened doors at Tatu City in Ruiru, Kiambu County. The Link Warehousing & Logistics Park is a joint initiative between Tatu City Limited, Chandaria Properties, Mahesh & Tirth Construction, and Steel Structures. It is expected to provide…

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