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15/01/2026

UPDATE
MACHAKOS

President William Ruto will launch the NYOTA Project Business Start-Up Capital disbursement of KSh147.5 million for young businesspeople in Machakos, Kitui and Makueni counties at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos town on Thursday.

The funds will benefit 5,901 young people drawn from the three counties, with each successful applicant receiving KSh25,000 in the first phase to start or expand their businesses. Of this amount, KSh22,000 will be deposited directly into each beneficiary's mobile money Pochi la Biashara account.

The remaining KSh3,000 will be saved under the beneficiary's Haba na Haba savings account managed by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), thus promoting a culture of saving among young entrepreneurs.

In the second phase of the programme, the beneficiaries will received another KSh25,000 to bring the total of the Nyota Start-Up Capital to KSh50,000.

15/01/2026

15/01/2026

NEWS UPDATE
EDUCATION

Kalulini Boys High School Records Over 300 Grade 10 Admissions in Three Days
Kalulini Boys High School in Makueni County has recorded an impressive enrollment of over 300 Grade 10 students within just three days, with the school administration expecting even more students to report in the coming days.
The surge in admissions has been attributed to the school’s remarkable improvement in academic performance and its strong culture of discipline. Speaking during the admission exercise, the school’s principal, Mr. Francis Ndimu, expressed confidence in the institution’s current direction, noting that there is no regret over the strategies implemented to transform the school.
“The school has improved drastically in performance and high discipline,” said Mr. Ndimu. “With God and the intelligence instilled in me to head schools, I will make sure Kalulini Boys High School rises to greater heights.”
Parents and guardians who accompanied their children praised the school’s leadership and learning environment, citing discipline, academic focus, and moral guidance as key factors influencing their choice.
The administration noted that preparations are in place to accommodate the increasing number of students while maintaining quality education and effective student management.
Kalulini Boys High School continues to position itself as a center of academic excellence and character formation in the region.

15/01/2026

H.E. Dr. William Samoei Ruto, CGH, President of the Republic of Kenya, accompanied by H.E. Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Deputy President, has arrived at Machakos Stadium to preside over the NYOTA Business Start-Up Capital Disbursement ceremony. The programme will disburse Ksh. 147,525,000 to 5,912 youths, empowering youth-led enterprises across Machakos, Makueni, and Kitui counties

14/01/2026

14/01/2026

14/01/2026

Machakos Governor H.E. Wavinya Ndeti today officially launched and commissioned a new fleet of road construction equipment, including 10 brand-new graders, 2 rollers, and 1 wheel loader. The milestone underscores her unwavering commitment to the Barabara Mashinani program and improved road infrastructure across the county.

14/01/2026

UPDATE
MUTITUNI
MACHAKOS

The launch of the Barbara Mtaani Programme is currently underway at Lilongwe Grounds, Mutituni, Machakos County