Ruto nominates ex-KRA boss Humphrey Wattanga as High Commissioner to South Africa
Wattanga, who recently exited his role at KRA following the non-renewal of his contract, has been nominated to serve in Pretoria, South Africa.
Wattanga, who recently exited his role at KRA following the non-renewal of his contract, has been nominated to serve in Pretoria, South Africa.
Authorities indicated that the motive behind the attack remains unclear, but assured the public that significant progress is being made through forensic analysis.
In a statement released on 8th April 2026, the company emphasised that all its terminals and depots are well-stocked and that petroleum products meet national and international quality standards.
Bomachoge Chache MP Alfa Miruka has introduced a Bill to raise Kenya’s legal drinking age from 18 to 21, tightening alcohol access, promotion and employment rules to protect young people.
The ruling lands in the middle of an intensifying confrontation between the Senate and county chiefs. Governors have recently declined to honour committee invitations, accusing some senators of using the summons to push for personal gain, claims that have widened the rift.
EPRA highlighted preliminary investigations indicating that some companies are deliberately withholding petroleum supplies from non-franchised retailers, commonly known as independents, in anticipation of future price increases.
According to the statement, Wattanga, who has been at the helm of the authority, will proceed on terminal leave effective immediately.
According to the NPSC, one of the main challenges has been understanding the full scope of the ruling, especially when it comes to identifying which in-house legal officers qualify for the allowance. This has led to further legal review and internal consultations before any payments can be processed.
The Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation expressed gratitude to all nations that supported Mogadishu’s candidacy.
Osotsi, who represents Vihiga County in the Senate, was reportedly attacked earlier in the day while in Kisumu.
On Sunday, April 5, South Carolina lost 79–51 to UCLA in the NCAA women’s basketball title game at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Wednesday, he described the conflict as a manifestation of deeper structural problems.
According to the airline, the Government of Kenya, through the National Treasury and Economic Planning, holds a 48.90 percent stake in the company, contrary to claims that it has surpassed majority ownership.
Ruto further stated that his relationship with the region is rooted in sustained interaction and mutual understanding, dismissing claims that such ties can be easily broken through political rivalry.
Speaking on Tuesday to Radio Generation, Kenya Aquatics Secretary General Collins Marigiri, noted the exposure opportunities around national events, saying that Para swimmers will also compete over the weekend, with the Kenya Para Swimming Federation entering several athletes.
Mudavadi expressed concern that the Secretary-General’s report, referenced as A/80/644, failed to accurately reflect the findings of investigations into allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse involving Kenyan personnel deployed to Haiti.
According to World Athletics president Sebastian Coe, the marathon will remain a discipline at the World Athletics Championships in 2027 and 2029, but from 2030 it will move to its own stand-alone championship, with now formal exploratory discussions for Athens to host the inaugural World Athletics Marathon Championships in that year ongoing.
Police in Makindu raided a makeshift abattoir, seizing 20 slaughtered donkeys and arresting two suspects linked to suspected Nairobi distribution, in a public health and animal welfare probe.
According to the Senator’s aide, he was on a routine visit to Acacia for personal grooming (to take a shave) before proceeding to Java restaurant, where he met a friend and interacted cordially with members of the public for about 30 minutes.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Nyandarua urged leaders to lower political temperatures and keep funerals dignified, after Senator John Methu clashed with officials during MP David Kiaraho’s memorial.
According to Kenya Red Cross, the number of people affected remains unclear, but warned that casualties were feared.
Wandayi is expected to appear before the committee on Thursday, April 9, 2026, together with key players in the petroleum value chain, for what MPs described as a detailed and evidence-based inquiry.
The project, unveiled at a ceremony in Mogadishu, will use advanced technologies including Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Deep Learning to detect and analyse misinformation circulating on social media platforms.
The former Deputy President also dismissed claims by sections of the media that chaos was expected at the funeral due to his presence alongside Ruto.
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Wednesday, Owidi argued that leadership discussions in the country are often shaped by ethnic identity and emotional appeal rather than measurable performance and national interest.