Eastern Kenya agricultural and trading hub
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Sitting - 2022-2027
Duncan Mbui — also known by his political alias “Kivui Kivui” — is a Kenyan politician and current Embu County MCA for Evurore Ward. He is contesting the Mbeere North parliamentary seat in the 2025 by-elections. Initially a candidate under the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), Mbui later left the party and declared his bid independent, later joining Chama Cha Kazi (CCK). With deep local roots and a reputation for grassroots mobilization, Mbui remains a prominent figure to watch in Mbeere North politics.
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Sitting - 2022-2027
Newton Kariuki, popularly known as Newton Karish, is a Kenyan musician-turned-politician from Gangara, Embu County. He gained fame in the 1990s as a Benga musician with hits like “Muthoni Kifagio” and “Ngoma Bila Nguo.” Karish later transitioned into politics, serving three terms as Member of the County Assembly (MCA) for Muminji Ward. He is currently the Democratic Party (DP) candidate for the Mbeere North parliamentary by-election. Known for his charismatic style and grassroots connections, he also mentors young musicians through his initiative “Guitar ya Karish.”
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Sitting - 2022-2027
Leonard Muriuki Wamuthende, commonly known as Leo Wamuthende, is a Kenyan politician and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate for the Mbeere North parliamentary by-election. He is backed by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, who has led major campaign efforts on his behalf. During his campaign, Wamuthende promised to champion continued development in the area, pledging to expand water and road infrastructure, increase access to bursaries, and establish an educational fund to support students.
By Okinda Benjamin • Nov 28, 2025
Democratic Party candidate Newton Karish wants to file a petition challenging the election of UDA’s Leonard Wa Muthende as Mbeere North MP, citing discrepancies between his name on the KIEMS kit and on the ballot papers, his lawyer Ndegwa Njiru said
By Okinda Benjamin • Nov 25, 2025
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is emerging as a pivotal power broker in Kenya, having cemented his standing within President William Ruto’s inner circle — even as he entangles himself in a bitter rivalry with his impeached predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua.
By Jacob Aluvanze • Nov 21, 2025
A viral roadside clip from Mbeere North shows Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua handing a basin of miraa to a trailer driver, who responds with “wan term,” .
By Okinda Benjamin • Nov 19, 2025
At Siakago market, the rally turned confrontational, with residents shouting at officials over stalled roads, water shortages, unemployment, and politicians who appear only during elections.
By Okinda Benjamin • Nov 18, 2025
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki visited Mbeere North on Tuesday, unveiling development projects and engaging residents ahead of the by-election.