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Emanuel Tarus

Education: Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication and Media (Specialized in Media Studies) from Laikipia University (2013-2016)

Experience: I have worked as a volunteer at Kass Media Group, Eldoret Bureau (2016-2017), correspondent Mediamax Network Ltd, based in Trans Nzoia (2017-2025) and Development Reporter, Development Through Media, DTM (Radio Baraza) from 2021 to 2025.

I am professional multi-media journalist with eight years experience as a field-based correspondent. Integrity, objectivity and adherence to ethical standards are my guiding principles in journalism. I am based in Trans Nzoia county and very passionate about gender, crime, environment and climate change reporting. I am also interested in health, human interest, development, leadership and governance beats. In the future, I would like to specialize in diplomacy and geopolitics reporting to expand my reporting scope.

73 articles published since 01 Apr 2025

Author's articles

Trans Nzoia: Patients stranded as nurses down tools demanding pay rise, promotions

Counties

3 days ago

George Natembeya regrets accepting government job offer, says he would be a billionaire today

Counties

9 days ago

Joshua Kutuny: Former Cherang'any MP accuses George Natembeya of betraying him

Counties

16 days ago

CS Kipchumba Murkomen issues warning to Trans Nzoia criminals and politicians financing them

Counties

18 days ago

NCIC commissioner claims ownership of land hosting new Trans Nzoia offices, seeks compensation

Counties

22 days ago

George Natembeya claims old Trans Nzoia office had evil spirits as he unveils new headquarters

Counties

23 days ago

Trans Nzoia: MP Kakai Bisau raises concerns over increased hooliganism in the county

Counties

24 days ago

Kiminini MP Kakai Bisau said increased cases of hooliganism are likely to affect Trans Nzoia county's economic development. He asked youth to shun the practice.

Trans Nzoia deputy governor defends decision to support William Ruto: “That is not betrayal”

Counties

a month ago

The Trans Nzoia deputy governor, Philemona Beneah Kapkory has stood her ground despite criticism over her decision to support President William Ruto's administration

Trans Nzoia deputy governor declares support for William Ruto

Counties

a month ago

Trans Nzoia deputy governor Philomena Kapkory attended an event graced by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, where she declared her support for President Ruto.

George Natembeya’s CECM Phanice Khatundi to vie for Trans Nzoia woman rep seat in 2027

Counties

a month ago

The Trans Nzoia CECM said she was prepared to take on Lilian Siyoi, whom she lost to in the 2022 General Election. She claimed Siyoi had abandoned her people.

Mesh HolyKid: Meet Trans Nzoia man fighting albinism stigma using music

Feature

a month ago

There is much stigma around persons with albinism, which Mesh HolyKid, a singer from Trans Nzoia, hopes would come to an end courtesy of his advocacy work

Trans Nzoia: 12 Ugandan nationals accused of abducting and killing Children presented in court

Counties

a month ago

The 12 accused persons were arrested in Kapenguria, West Pokot county where they allegedly confessed to killing 8 children. They were presented at Kitale Law Courts.

Trans Nzoia human rights activist offers motherly advice to Gen Zs ahead of Saba Saba protests

Counties

a month ago

Trans Nzoia-based activist Immaculate Shamala said as Gen Z prepare for Saba Saba, they need to look for a bigger picture ahead of them and make preparations.

Trans Nzoia politician buys blankets for locals to cushion them from cold-related diseases

Counties

a month ago

Several vulnerable groups in Trans Nzoia county benefited from the initiative that is being financed by the county. Those targeted include widows, and the elderly