John Mwariri

John Mwariri

John Mwariri is a Kenyan investigative journalist and feature writer, covering social justice and community development at The Weekly News (weeklynews.digital).His work focuses on stories of human impact, exploring how public policy, economic shifts, and environmental changes affect everyday lives. Since joining The Weekly News, he has specialized in long-form narratives and in-depth investigations into resource management and land use, bringing distinct voices from across Kenya to national attention.Current Role: Investigative & Feature Writer, The Weekly NewsCore Beats: Social justice, community development, resource management, climate change impact.Background: Holds a Master’s degree in Communications. Before his time at The Weekly News, John was a features contributor for environmental publications and worked in grassroots media development.Editorial Approach: Committed to giving voice to the voiceless, with an emphasis on sustainable solutions and community resilience in Kenya.
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High Court Declines to Issue orders Against Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen in Integrity Petition Over Lethal Force Remarks

Reprieve for Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen as the High Court declines to issue any orders in a case where…

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Mohammed Khalif Hassan Accused of KSh 8.5M Spaghetti Import Scam Appears in Court

Businessman Mohammed Khalif Hassan charged with an 8 million spaghetti fraud.

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Norwegian Investor John B. Solheim Seeks Justice After Losing Over Sh78 Million to Alleged Gold Scam Involving Kenyan Lawyer

The aggrieved man held a press briefing outside the Milimani Law Courts, saying that on August 18, 2023, October 2,…

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Tim Orao Shikalo, Notorious Gold Fraud Suspect Charged in Sh38 Million Scam

Tim Orao Shikalo, also known as Vincent Olowa Wanton, appeared before Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi today and pleaded not guilty to…

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Kenya’s Healthcare Workforce Crisis in the Spotlight as WHX Nairobi and WHX Labs Nairobi 2025 Aim to Provide Scalable Solutions

Nairobi, Kenya – June 2025 – As Kenya’s population surges past 63 million, the country is grappling with a healthcare…

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Court Clears OCS in Detainee Escape Case After Strong Defence by Lawyer Kimani Wachira

City Lawyer Kimani Wachira has won a case in which a former city OCS was charged with aiding a suspect…

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Kenya Wins the African Catchball Championship,2025 takes the Cup Home.

The African Catchball Championship is underway, with teams from Kenya, Uganda, Ghana, and South Africa coming together to celebrate sport,…

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High Court Upholds Validity of British National’s Will in Multi-Million Estate Dispute

The High Court has upheld the validity of a will authored by a British national who died nearly 13 years…

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Chinese Student Sentenced to 24 Years for Raping Women in UK and China

LONDON— A Chinese student found guilty of drugging and raping 10 women in both the United Kingdom and China was…

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U.S. Raises Travel Advisory to Highest Level, Urges Citizens to Avoid This Region Due to Conflict and Terror Threats

The United States has issued a Level 4 travel advisory — its highest warning — urging Americans to avoid travel…

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Iranian Missile Strikes Soroka Medical Centre in Southern Israel – Major Damage Reported

Iranian Missile Strike Hits Major Israeli Hospital, Causing Extensive Damage and Injuries

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Mohamed Mustaf Adan Charged with Stealing Over Sh4.1M from DIB Bank and Money Laundering

Mohamed Mustaf Adan charged that on diverse dates between August 20, 2024, and August 22, 2024, at an unknown place…

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Dr Shem Grant, The Businessman Redefining Success in Kenya

When Dr Shem Grant arrived in Kenya, he carried more than just luggage—he brought two doctorate degrees: one in biochemistry…

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Tragic Road Crash at Matisi-Webuye Bridge Claims Lives of Three Police Officers

Tragedy on Duty: Three Officers Lose Their Lives in Bungoma Road Horror

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