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He said government interventions had cushioned consumers and announced stakeholder talks led by President William Ruto’s appointees. He warned that demonstrations, looting, and anarchy cannot resolve the fuel crisis affecting households and industries nationwide.
The disruption affected major bus and saloon car taxi operators plying the busy Garissa–Nairobi highway. Commuters were stuck at bus stations and roadside terminals as transport operators protested rising operational costs.
Speaking at the 13th World Urban Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan, Ruto said 8,000 housing keys had already been issued under the programme, while another 273,000 units were under construction across the country.
In a statement issued on Monday, Commission Chairperson Charles Dulo said the country was witnessing an “alarming surge” in threats, incitement and politically motivated violence targeting individuals because of their political opinions, affiliations or public expression.
The NCIC condemned an attack on gospel singer Rachel Wandeto in Kasarani, Nairobi, where she died after being set on fire with petrol. The Commission links the assault to threats against political expression and urges prosecution.
The court reaffirmed that access to public information is a constitutional right under Article 35, stressing that secrecy claims must meet strict legal thresholds and cannot override transparency in publicly funded projects.
Wandetto died on Monday at Kenyatta National Hospital, days after suffering severe burns in an attack by unknown assailants in Nairobi’s Mwiki area, an incident authorities say may have been linked to political intolerance.
Karakacha accused Treasury CS John Mbadi of threatening the economy through continued fuel price increases, saying the hikes were hurting transport businesses and ordinary Kenyans already struggling with rising costs of living nationwide.
In a statement issued on Monday, Kalonzo said the ongoing matatu strike and transport disruptions across the country were the direct result of policies implemented by the government following the latest fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
The advisory highlights risks of violent demonstrations, terrorism threats, and seasonal flooding. Authorities have urged the public to avoid crowds, monitor local media, and follow official guidance as disruptions continue across parts of the country.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Bwire said African countries must shift from fragmented national approaches to a coordinated continental strategy that can better engage global technology platforms and strengthen media resilience.
The operation by the name Operation Ramz targeted phishing, malware, and online scams, also resulting in the seizure of 53 servers and nearly 8,000 intelligence pieces shared across 13 countries to strengthen regional cyber cooperation.
Media Council of Kenya’s Victor Bwire says misinformation and harmful online content are increasing risks for children and young people, including radicalization and exploitation. He urges media literacy, responsible internet use, and better cooperation beyond punitive laws.
Former LSK President Faith Odhiambo says rising fuel prices and fears of a nationwide transport strike could deepen Kenya’s economic and social crisis, straining households, transport, trade and access to essential services.
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Otieno defended discussions around wealth tax, transparency, and accountability, arguing that Kenya’s taxation challenges are tied to weak public trust, poor service delivery, and limited transparency in public finance management.
Speaking on NTV Kenya on Monday, Mbadi said the government had already spent about Sh35 billion through fuel subsidies and tax reductions to cushion consumers from rising petroleum prices.
Speaking during a TV interview on Sunday, Wanjigi said the country was nearing economic collapse, warning that rising debt repayments were consuming nearly all government revenue and deepening poverty nationwide.
The strike, which took effect at midnight, disrupted movement in and out of the capital as matatus and buses withdrew services on several major routes, affecting workers, students and traders travelling to the city early Monday.
Speaking during the ODM Nyanza Delegates Consultative Forum in Kisumu, Oburu said global events, including conflict in the Middle East, had contributed to the sharp rise in fuel prices. However, he maintained that the government could still ease the burden through tax adjustments.
Speaking at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium after receiving his gold medal, Yego hinted that this could be his final appearance at the African Championships after successfully defending his title.
Police said the majority of transport stakeholders remain committed to normal operations, with the United Transport Association of Kenya distancing itself from the planned strike. The service urged the public to remain calm, continue with daily activities and cooperate with security officers.
Murkomen on Sunday, alongside Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, visited the victim, identified as Rachel Wandeto, and said the government would take measures to curb divisive and inflammatory political rhetoric that fuels hate and radicalisation.
Officials are investigating the source of the strike. The country's defence ministry said three drones had entered the UAE from the "western border direction".
According to police, the suspect, Mildred Kache alias Sabreena Ayesha, together with an accomplice, convinced the foreign investor that they could supply 400 kilograms of genuine gold bars.
The move follows a consultative meeting held on May 17, 2026, where stakeholders confirmed that the strike would go on as planned.
Speaking after the victory, which moved them mathematically closer to the title with 68 points from 32 matches, head coach Charles Akonnor urged his players to remain calm and focused.
Omanyala was challenged by South Africa's Gift Leotlela, who opened his season by winning the South African national title in 10.15 seconds before heading to the Kip Keino Classic, where he was disqualified.
While in Algeria, he posted a personal best of 30.75 at the 50 m freestyle preliminaries from his previous 2.56, did a 1.11.39 in the 100 m freestyle preliminaries, and a 35.83 in the 50 m butterfly preliminaries.
The ministry said no Ebola case has been detected in Kenya so far, but warned that increased regional movement of people and goods raises the risk of cross-border transmission.
Oburu said members opposing the party’s official direction risk losing influence, cautioning that those who leave the party or rebel against its leadership would not automatically regain senior positions if readmitted.