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Heading into their tournament's opener, Kenya, who had finished third in the SVNS 2 competition, met an Australia side coming in as one of the top sides in the main SVNS circuit and finished third in the standings with 82 points, Kenya unfortunately losing that tie 14-5.
The case stems from agency notices issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority targeting several of Sonko’s bank accounts in an effort to recover what it considers disputed tax obligations. Sonko challenged the move before the Tax Appeals Tribunal, arguing that the tax claims had not been fully determined and should not be enforced at that stage
According to the coalition, the incidents are no longer isolated but appear coordinated and are being used to influence political space in different regions. They expressed concern that many of those involved are young people from informal settlements, who are being drawn into these activities and exposed to violence for political ends.
The information to be verified includes correct spelling and order of names, gender, date of birth, school of registration, and citizenship status. Citizenship is to be marked as (C) for citizens and (N) for non-citizens. Parents are also required to confirm the subjects registered for each learner.
Sudi said it was wrong for UDA leaders to keep making public statements about ODM, noting that both parties are working together under a broader political understanding.
Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha condemned the attacks, describing them as deliberate and pre-planned acts of terror against civilians.
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has cautioned that any attempt to attack police stations, damage government property, or take part in coordinated violence will face strict legal action, stressing that such acts threaten national stability.
Oburu clarified that zoning is only one of several items the party intends to table once talks officially begin, maintaining that no formal process has started.
According to IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon, the turnout has been largely powered by young people registering for the first time, signaling stronger engagement in electoral matters.
The concerns were raised during a sensitisation workshop held in Kiambu County and organised by the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services through the State Department for Gender and Affirmative Action, in partnership with the Institute of Public Finance and UN Women.
The committee, led by chairperson Jackson Mandago, said the visits were aimed at assessing service delivery, infrastructure development and management of resources in devolved health systems.
The Cabinet Secretary revealed that a recently deployed specialised police unit in Kitale and its surrounding areas has already yielded significant results, with dozens of suspects apprehended and taken to court within days of the operation.
The Deputy President noted that the stabilisation of security has enabled the government to roll out a wide range of development projects that were previously disrupted by insecurity.
The council explained that the exercise is meant to ensure all candidate records are correct and free from errors ahead of the national examinations. Parents and guardians are therefore required to go through the details that will be sent back and confirm that everything is accurate.
Senate report flags counties over ethnic imbalance in hiring
According to court proceedings, Mugabe had initially faced an attempted murder charge, but the National Prosecuting Authority did not clarify what became of that count after he reached an agreement with prosecutors. During the hearing, he spoke only to confirm that he understood the charges and to formally enter his guilty pleas.
Speaking during a youth empowerment programme in Mabera, Kuria West Constituency in Migori County on Friday, Wetang’ula stressed that Parliament will firmly uphold its mandate to examine how public resources are used.
The Senator Moses Kajwang-led committee report states, “County Governments comprising the Executive, Assembly and Water Services Boards owe pension schemes a total of Sh.115.7 billion, inclusive of principal, interest, penalties, and the actuarial deficit.”
The raid, conducted on April 16, 2026 at around 9:00 a.m., targeted a wines and spirits outlet identified as a key distribution point for counterfeit alcoholic products.
A report by the Senate County Public Accounts Committee has highlighted gaps in the management of debts owed by counties, pointing to what it says is a widening financial pressure point in devolved units.
Ruto said the new royalty system will rely on a transparent digital platform that will make it easy to track how much money is collected and how it is shared among stakeholders in the creative value chain.
To address the gaps, the Ministry of Health is introducing targeted programmes aimed at improving results in counties carrying the highest burden of maternal and newborn deaths.
The Senate has ordered dozens of county assemblies to appear within 60–90 days to explain audit failures and financial irregularities, warning of heightened scrutiny as it tightens oversight of devolved funds.
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has unveiled a 10-year CHERISH programme to restore the degraded Cherangany Hills ecosystem, protect key water sources and create 500,000 green jobs across four counties.
According to Jamaican journalist Kayron Raynor, Turkey is considering an appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport over the decision.
Thugge noted that Kenya’s foreign exchange reserves remain at a comfortable level for now, but the government is seeking extra support to reinforce buffers in case global fuel disruptions persist for longer than expected.
Public Service Commission Chief Executive Officer Paul Famba told lawmakers that the vacancies were declared on December 16, with the application window closing on January 9.
Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohammud said the Constitution protects the right to assemble and protest, but stressed that the freedom must be exercised within the law. He cautioned that demonstrations should not interfere with the rights of others or disrupt normal economic activity.
The procurement has been split into three separate tenders covering road transport, rail movement, and warehousing plus handling services. The closing date for all bids has been set for May 5, 2026, and applicants are required to submit sealed documents alongside a non-refundable tender fee.