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WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

1 Do not panic or make others panic.
2 In case of Fires, use nearest exit.
3 Call the number 1513

*The Tharaka Nithi County Emergency response team will always try to attend to cases in the most prompt manner possible!

DIRECTORATE OF EMERGENCY

Direct Line: 1513
Offices: Chuka (Public Works Offices)
Contact Person: Alex Muthitu
Office Hours: Open 24/7

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DIVERSITY & ABUNDANCE

TRANSFORMING
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Karibu sana Tharaka Nithi County! We believe in Diversity & Abundance.

Welcome to the official website of Tharaka Nithi County Government, where our commitment is to transform the livelihoods of our residents through integrity, accountability, and effective leadership. We believe in "Leaving No One Behind" as we strive for a prosperous county that is a harbor of excellence. Located in Kenya's former Eastern Province, Tharaka Nithi County is home to the Chuka, Muthambi, Mwimbi, and Tharaka communities of the larger Ameru (Amiiru) group. The county comprises 5 sub-counties, 15 wards, 53 locations, and 134 sub-locations. Our administrative capital is Kathwana.

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Today, the Helen Keller Foundation, in collaboration with Vitamin Angels and International Development Enterprise paid a courtesy call to the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health, Dr. Gichuyia Nthuraku, to launch a transformative five-year partnership aimed at combating malnutrition in Tharaka Nithi County.The partnership will see Helen Keller International work closely with the County Government to provide essential nutrition supplements and support local farmers through food production and fortification initiatives.This marks a significant step towards improving health outcomes in the county, as Tharaka Nithi continues to champion sustainable, inclusive, and community-driven nutrition solutions.#LeavingNoOneBehind ... See MoreSee Less
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Today, the Tharaka Nithi County Government Fisheries Department technical team, led by Chief Officer Mr. Antony Kiruja, held a consultative meeting with officials from the National Riverine Research and Training Centre in Mutonga, under the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI). The KMFRI team was led by the Centre Manager, Mr. Elijah Kembenya.The meeting focused on exploring possible areas of collaboration aimed at strengthening the aquaculture sector in the county. This partnership is expected to build synergies in advancing fish farming for both domestic consumption and commercial production, ultimately contributing to improved food security and economic empowerment for local communities.#LeavingNoOneBehind ... See MoreSee Less
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In a significant boost to emergency healthcare, the Emergency Medicine Kenya Foundation (EMKF), today donated a state-of-the-art point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) machine to the Emergency Department at Chuka County Referral Hospital. The equipment was officially received by the CECM for Health, Dr. Gichuyia Nthuraku M'Riara, who expressed gratitude to EMKF for their generous support and commitment to strengthening emergency services in the county. In addition to the donation, EMKF is equipping frontline healthcare workers with essential skills through hands-on POCUS training in the Casualty Department in enhancing the speed and quality of emergency care and reinforcing the county’s commitment to quality healthcare services. #LeavingNoOneBehind. ... See MoreSee Less
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Tharaka Nithi County Youth and Sports department led by CECM Ms Moreen Nyambura today made a significant move in grassroots football development by hosting an in-person FIFA Connect Training Program in collaboration with the Football Kenya Federation (FKF). The workshop, targeting club administrators and IT personnel, aimed to build capacity in utilizing the FIFA Connect System, a digital platform that streamlines the registration and management of players, coaches, referees, and officials. This strategic initiative supports centralized data management, policy enforcement, age verification, efficient player transfers, and competition logistics, while promoting transparency and accountability in football governance. By embracing this technology, Tharaka Nithi County positions itself at the forefront of modern, inclusive, and globally aligned football management.#LeavingNoOneBehind ... See MoreSee Less
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The Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC) is instrumental in ensuring seamless coordination between the national and county governments. It is crucial for the smooth functioning of devolution by providing structured platforms for dialogue, dispute resolution, and policy alignment.Deputy Governor, HE. Nyaga Muisrael and County Secretary Mr. Alex Muratha hosted IGTRC technical team led by Commissioner Dr. Perminus Nyaga that visited the county to collect data for the development of a framework to facilitate the development and submission of an annual summit report to the National Assembly, The Senate and the County Assemblies.Also present was Tharaka Nithi County Assembly leadership led by Budget and Appropriations Committee Chairperson and the Karingani Ward MCA Geofrey Murithi who represented Speaker and the Clerk, Mr. Paul Thirika. ... See MoreSee Less
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