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PCPB Cracks Down on Counterfeit Pesticides Worth Over Sh600,000 in Embu, Meru, and Tharaka Nithi In a sweeping crackdown across Embu, Meru, and Tharaka Nithi counties , the Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) has seized counterfeit and unregistered pesticides valued at more than Sh600,000 .  Lawrence Kalawa, head of Compliance and Enforcement at PCPB, holds up a counterfeit pesticide product during the operation. This operation marks a significant milestone in Kenya’s ongoing battle against illegal pest control products that threaten public health, agricultural productivity, and environmental safety. The multi-county raid, conducted by PCPB’s Compliance and Enforcement team, targeted both farm-use and household pesticides .  These products were suspected of containing banned or toxic chemicals that pose serious risks to humans, livestock, and soil health . The seized items were found in agro-vet shops , open-air markets , and even roadside stalls , highlighting the widespr...

Athletics stakeholders from Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Isiolo, and Marsabit counties convened at Kinoru Stadium for the Athletics Kenya (AK) Constitutional Review Forum , calling for fair funding, youth inclusion, transparency, and equitable representation across the federation’s governance structures.  An athletics representative from Kenya’s Eastern region presents his views during the Athletics Kenya (AK) constitutional review forum held at Kinoru Stadium, Meru, on November 6, 2025. The event formed part of a 12-day national consultation series designed to align Athletics Kenya’s constitution with the Sports Act, 2013. Stakeholders Convene at Kinoru Stadium for Constitutional Review The Athletics Kenya (AK) Eastern region public participation forum at Kinoru Stadium in Meru County drew athletes, coaches, sports administrators, and fans from five counties— Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Embu, Isiolo, and Marsabit .  Kinoru Stadium - Meru The discussions focused on critical govern...