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Brian Gitonga

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  • Correspondent, Tuko
Kenya, Meru
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Covers:  Human Interest Stories ,Social Issues, Current Affairs, Political Reporting, Economic News, Cultural and Arts, Technology and Innovation, Environment and Sustainability, Health and Wellness, Education
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Mithika linturi to Sue Government For Ignoring Meru Residents banditry victims

Mithika linturi to Sue Government For Ignoring Meru Residents banditry victims

Tuko — Mithika linturi to Sue Government For Ignoring Meru Residents banditry victims
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Meru Politician Alhaji Mwendia Blames Parents for Youth's Handout Culture: “It’s a Shame”

Meru Politician Alhaji Mwendia Blames Parents for Youth's Handout Culture: “It’s a Shame”

Tuko — Meru Politician Alhaji Mwendia Blames Parents for Youth's Handout Culture: “It’s a Shame”
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Meru DCP Leaders Initiate Process to Recall MP Rahim Dawood for Linking Them to Saba Saba Protests

Meru DCP Leaders Initiate Process to Recall MP Rahim Dawood for Linking Them to Saba Saba Protests

Tuko — Meru DCP Leaders Initiate Process to Recall MP Rahim Dawood for Linking Them to Saba Saba Protests
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MP Rahim Dawood Links Rigathi Gachagua’s DCP Party to Violent Meru Protests

MP Rahim Dawood Links Rigathi Gachagua’s DCP Party to Violent Meru Protests

Tuko — MP Rahim Dawood Links Rigathi Gachagua’s DCP Party to Violent Meru Protests
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Makutano Traders Claim Goons Who Burned Magunas Supermarket Were Sourced From Far

Makutano Traders Claim Goons Who Burned Magunas Supermarket Were Sourced From Far

Tuko — Makutano Traders Claim Goons Who Burned Magunas Supermarket Were Sourced From Far
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Mercy Mukiri: 26-Year-Old Meru Lady Narrates How She Built a Thriving Digital Miraa Business

Mercy Mukiri: 26-Year-Old Meru Lady Narrates How She Built a Thriving Digital Miraa Business

Tuko — Mercy Mukiri: 26-Year-Old Meru Lady Narrates How She Built a Thriving Digital Miraa Business
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Ambrose Kyalo: Senior Police Officer Escorts Youths Protesting in Meru

Ambrose Kyalo: Senior Police Officer Escorts Youths Protesting in Meru

Tuko — Ambrose Kyalo: Senior Police Officer Escorts Youths Protesting in Meru
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Rigathi Gachagua Apologises to Meru Residents for Introducing William Ruto to Them: “He Lied to Me”

Rigathi Gachagua Apologises to Meru Residents for Introducing William Ruto to Them: “He Lied to Me”

Tuko — Rigathi Gachagua Apologises to Meru Residents for Introducing William Ruto to Them: “He Lied to Me”
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Meru Farmers Decry Minimal Payouts in Human-Wildlife Compensation: “We Expected Millions”

Meru Farmers Decry Minimal Payouts in Human-Wildlife Compensation: “We Expected Millions”

Tuko — Meru Farmers Decry Minimal Payouts in Human-Wildlife Compensation: “We Expected Millions”
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Meru Journalists Stage Demo after Two Colleagues Were Assaulted While Covering Protests

Meru Journalists Stage Demo after Two Colleagues Were Assaulted While Covering Protests

Tuko — Meru Journalists Stage Demo after Two Colleagues Were Assaulted While Covering Protests
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Kithure Kindiki Building House for Slain Meru Blogger Sniper’s Family

Kithure Kindiki Building House for Slain Meru Blogger Sniper’s Family

Tuko — Kithure Kindiki Building House for Slain Meru Blogger Sniper’s Family
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Meru Governor’s Slip of the Tongue Sparks Laughter as Kindiki Graces Kamachege Market Inspection

Meru Governor’s Slip of the Tongue Sparks Laughter as Kindiki Graces Kamachege Market Inspection

Tuko — Meru Governor’s Slip of the Tongue Sparks Laughter as Kindiki Graces Kamachege Market Inspection
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Meru Women Protest Over Alleged Harassment of Kawira Mwangaza, Demand End to Intimidation

Meru Women Protest Over Alleged Harassment of Kawira Mwangaza, Demand End to Intimidation

Tuko — Meru Women Protest Over Alleged Harassment of Kawira Mwangaza, Demand End to Intimidation
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Meru: Police Block Kawira Mwangaza from Accessing Her Planned Prayer Meeting

Meru: Police Block Kawira Mwangaza from Accessing Her Planned Prayer Meeting

Tuko — Meru: Police Block Kawira Mwangaza from Accessing Her Planned Prayer Meeting
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Meru’s Informal Settlement Dwellers Using ‘Flying Toilets’ Due to Overflown Latrines

Meru’s Informal Settlement Dwellers Using ‘Flying Toilets’ Due to Overflown Latrines

Tuko — How overflown Latrines are causing trouble in Meru’s Shauri Yako Slums which is Meru's largest slum
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Mithika Linturi to Sue Govt for Ignoring Meru Residents, Banditry Victims

Mithika Linturi to Sue Govt for Ignoring Meru Residents, Banditry Victims

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Boxing: Inside Sport Changing Lives in Meru’s Toughest Neighborhoods

Boxing: Inside Sport Changing Lives in Meru’s Toughest Neighborhoods

Tuko — How boxing is changing lives in Meru's Shauri Yako slums
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Meru Residents' Views on Governor Mwangaza's Impeachment - Radio Baraza

Meru Residents' Views on Governor Mwangaza's Impeachment - Radio Baraza

radiobaraza.org — By Gitonga Brian, DevReporter, Meru County Key Highlights Governor Kawira Mwangaza was impeached for the third time. Meru County residents are protesting her return to office after she challenged her impeachment in court. The case challenging her impeachment, mentioned on 25 September 2024, was postponed.
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Tharu Salty Water Springs: Looming Environmental Pollution Crisis - Radio Baraza

Tharu Salty Water Springs: Looming Environmental Pollution Crisis - Radio Baraza

radiobaraza.org — Tharu Salty Water Springs have benefited locals in Meru County for decades, but human activities now threaten this vital resource. The springs, which have a historical significance, are located in Tharu village, Mikumbune Location, Imenti South Constituency, Meru County.
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Meru County: Rural Prosperity through Dairy Farming - Radio Baraza

Meru County: Rural Prosperity through Dairy Farming - Radio Baraza

radiobaraza.org — Brian Gitonga, DevReporter, Meru County Key Highlights Ayrshire, Jersey and Friesian are the main dairy cow breeds in Meru. Substandard commercial feeds are a challenge to dairy farmers in the area. Agriculture is vital to Kenya's economy because it comprises about 33% of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
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Sounding the Alarm: Meru's Cry against Rising Drug abuse Cases - Radio Baraza

Sounding the Alarm: Meru's Cry against Rising Drug abuse Cases - Radio Baraza

radiobaraza.org — The commonly abused drugs are alcohol, bhang, and tobacco. Hundred and thirty-two bars were closed in 2023 for violating the laid down rules. Tuberculosis is prevalent due to sharing of cups in Chang'aa dens. The National Campaign against Drugs Agency (NACADA) reports that 4.73 million Kenyans abuse [...]
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Rays of Resilience: Navigating Hope Amidst Meru's Cancer Puzzle - Radio Baraza

Rays of Resilience: Navigating Hope Amidst Meru's Cancer Puzzle - Radio Baraza

radiobaraza.org — By Gitonga Brian, DevReporter, Meru County Rays of Resilience Key Highlights Prostate and Esophageal are the cancer types leading in Meru County. Meru Cancer Centre receives nearly 60 new patients monthly. Meru County advocates for National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) enrolment. According to a recent study published in the British Journal of Healthcare and Medical [...]
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Rays of Resilience: Navigating Hope Amidst Meru's Cancer Puzzle - Radio Baraza

Rays of Resilience: Navigating Hope Amidst Meru's Cancer Puzzle - Radio Baraza

radiobaraza.org — According to a recent British Journal of Healthcare and Medical Research study, Meru County accounts for 15% of cancer referrals to Kenyatta National Hospital. “Meru is a leading county for cancer, consistently seeing over 3000 cases in recent years, with almost 60 new patients monthly,” Confirms Dr Steven Kibengo Chege, a clinical Oncologist at Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital.
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