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H.E. Muthomi Njuki
Governor, Tharaka Nithi County
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LATEST COUNTY NEWS
Level 4 Health Facilities Coming to Muthambi and Gatunga.
07 October 2026 By TNC_ADMIN in Medical services
Tharaka-Nithi Hosts 6th K-WASH Implementation Support Mission
23 September 2026 By TNC_ADMIN in Water and Irrigation
The Kathwana Youth Climate Action Fund is Now Open for Applications!
31 August 2026 By TNC_ADMIN in Environment and Natural Resources, Uncategorized
Kilimo na Afya Project Official Launch
31 July 2026 By TNC_ADMIN in Public Health, Medical Services and ICT
Preserving Our Living Heritage: The Ura Gate Tharaka Nithi Cultural Festival
20 September 2025 By TNC_ADMIN in UncategorizedPOPULAR DOWNLOADS
THE THARAKA NITHI COUNTY ALCOHOLIC DRINKS CONTROL (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2024 828 downloads 0.00 KB
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A team from Laikipia County visited Chuka Level 5 Hospital for a benchmarking exercise to learn from our experience in strategic partnerships for laboratory services, diagnostics and pathology.During the visit, the team toured our laboratory and witnessed how our partnership model has enabled us to introduce modern diagnostic technology, shorten turnaround times and strengthen quality assurance. They also engaged our team on the lessons learned throughout our journey.Accurate and timely diagnosis is the foundation of quality healthcare. We are proud that our experience can help guide other counties as they build similar capacity, ensuring that every patient, whether in Tharaka-Nithi or Laikipia, can access world-class diagnostic services closer to home.The delegation was led by Laikipia County CECM for Health, Hon. Dr Andrew Wagura Taiti. They were received by our County Director of Health, Dr Christine Mbaka, and hosted by the Deputy Medical Superintendent, Dr Andrew Githiria.We thank Hon. Taiti and his team for choosing Chuka Level 5 Hospital as their learning destination. We look forward to continued collaboration as we work together to build stronger, smarter and more resilient health systems.
A secure nation, thriving sports and a strong economy are the pillars of shared prosperity.Tharaka-Nithi Deputy Governor H.E. Nyaga Muisrael and County Commissioner Mr David Gitonga led the 2026 Mashujaa Day celebrations at Nkondi Primary School grounds in Tharaka Constituency, under the theme “Our Shield, Prosperity in Sports and a Strong Economy.”The celebrations honoured Kenya’s heroes and heroines while reaffirming the commitment to national unity, peace and socio-economic development.Hon. Gitonga Murugara MP Tharaka and Chuka Igambang'ombe MP Hon. Patrick Munene were among other leaders present. Happy Mashujaa Day, Kenya!
Tharaka Nithi County Government participated in a sensitisation forum bringing together senior National Government officials from across the Mt Kenya region. The meeting was hosted by PS Betsy Muthoni and presided over by the Secretary to the Cabinet, Madam Mercy Wanjau. Discussions focused on Government development initiatives, ongoing projects and priorities for improving citizens’ livelihoods, with participants also calling for a national celebration to be hosted in Tharaka Nithi County.The County’s health team was led by CECM for Health Dr Gichuyia Nturaku, accompanied by Chief Officer for Medical Services Ms Rose Micheni and Chief Officer for Public Health Mr Benson Njeru, and coordinated by Health Director Dr Christine Mbaka.Services offered free of charge included: Ebola virus sensitisation and awareness, Social Health Authority (SHA) registration, eye screening, free reading glasses for those in need, cataract screening and booking for surgery, nutrition services and counselling, blood pressure screening and referrals for new cases, immunisation and deworming.Tharaka Nithi County Government remains committed to promoting accessible, preventive and people-centred healthcare through community outreach and partnerships.#LeavingNoOneBehind
A county delegation led by CECM for Tourism, Youths and Sports Ms. Moreen Nyambura accompanied by Chief Officer Sports Mr. Alex Mutegi and County Director of Tourism Justus Nabea engaged stakeholders from the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and the private tourism sector to explore areas of collaboration in promoting ecotourism within the Mount Kenya ecosystem.Other stakeholders involved in the engagement included Ms. Beatrice Mbula Deputy Chief Conservator of Forests at KFS, and Kiruja Micheni, Director of Kinondoni Lodge.The discussions explored opportunities for sustainable tourism investment, forest conservation, nature-based tourism experiences, renewable energy solutions, development of natural trails and enhanced community participation in the tourism value chain.The collaboration seeks to harness the rich natural and cultural heritage of Tharaka-Nithi, strengthen conservation efforts and position the county as an attractive destination for visitors seeking authentic ecological and adventure tourism experiences.Through strategic partnerships, the County Government aims to promote responsible tourism that protects the environment while creating jobs, supporting local enterprises and improving community livelihoods.#LeavingNoOneBehind