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EACC arrests former Auditor General worker over forged papers

The suspect was arrested on Thursday before being released on a cash bail of Sh50,000 pending arraignment in court.

Kagwe pushes ban on export of unprocessed farm produce

Kagwe also outlined a shift he said is needed in the tea sector, urging a move away from bulk tea exports toward more refined and high-value products that can compete in global niche markets.

Ebola outbreak forces DR Congo to cancel Kinshasa World Cup training camp

A spokesperson for DR Congo’s football team confirmed that the planned camp in the capital, which was set to begin on May 26 and include a public training session, will no longer take place. Instead, preparations will now be held in Belgium.

Air France, Airbus guilty of manslaughter over 2009 crash that killed 228

All 12 crew members and 216 passengers died when the aircraft fell from a cruising height of 38,000ft (11,580m). The crash remains the deadliest aviation disaster in France’s history.

India-Africa summit postponed after Ebola outbreak raises health concerns in eastern DR Congo

The development comes as health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo struggle to contain a widening Ebola outbreak, which has now reached South Kivu province, an area partly under the control of the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, according to the group’s spokesman.

AMWIK warns femicide has become a national security and public health crisis

In a statement released on Thursday, the media women’s body said women were increasingly being targeted, abused and killed in homes and communities that should ordinarily guarantee safety and protection.

Eliud Kipchoge to compete in Cape Town push race for Abbott status

The marathon legend is also using Cape Town as a launch pad in his quest to race across all seven continents over the next two years, using the journey to inspire people to embrace healthier lifestyles while celebrating the universal appeal of distance running.

Mombasa High Court hears testimony in preacher Paul Mackenzie murder trial

Witnesses described emotional scenes, construction activity, and police intervention as prosecutors build their case over deaths linked to the secluded compound.

EPRA’s latest fuel price review has pushed kerosene prices

Sh8.3bn deficit threatens Cooperative sector plans in new budget estimates

The State Department for Cooperatives says it needs Sh15.28 billion for 2026/27, but the National Treasury allocated Sh6.98 billion, leaving an Sh8.3 billion gap. PS Patrick Kilemi warned this may slow cooperative and coffee programmes.

Kagwe defends new tea levy, urges stakeholders to stop court battles

Speaking during International Tea Day celebrations in Kericho County, Kagwe urged tea stakeholders to stop “wasting millions in unnecessary litigation” and instead engage the government through dialogue over the reforms.

Ruto announces Sh3bn ferry plan to ease Likoni congestion

Ruto said the intervention is part of wider efforts by the government to strengthen urban transport systems along the Coast and improve efficiency for residents who rely on the crossing for work and business activities.

Man charged as 22 girls rescued in Mombasa child trafficking operation

A 27-year-old man was arraigned in Mombasa after detectives rescued 22 girls in an intelligence-led operation targeting an alleged child trafficking and sexual exploitation ring across Mombasa and Kilifi counties. He denied charges and was remanded.

Ghana delays evacuation of more than 800 citizens in Pretoria amid xenophobia concerns

Ghana has postponed its planned evacuation of more than 800 nationals registered in Pretoria after renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The Ministry cites time needed for screening, flight permits, and coordination with South African officials.

EFF Youth leader calls for one Africa, land expropriation without compensation

The EFF Youth Command leader argued that elections and free movement across borders do not automatically amount to democracy, saying only a few African countries practice it effectively.

KBA urges uniform 5% reduction in PAYE to boost household purchasing power

The Kenya Bankers Association says real incomes have fallen 10.7%–12% over five years and proposes a uniform 5% PAYE reduction across all income bands to boost purchasing power, GDP, jobs and MSME lending.

Ruto issues 33,025 title deeds in Coast push to resolve land disputes

The President also addressed the long-running challenge of squatters and absentee landlords, saying it remains one of the most complex land issues in the region.

Life of Rachel Wandeto will not go unanswered, says Ruto

Speaking in Mombasa on Thursday during the issuance of title deeds event in the coastal region, Ruto said “the life of Rachel Wandeto will not go in vain,” as he accused unnamed individuals of branding others traitors and weaponizing ethnicity for political gain.

Golf: Mediratta confident ahead of PGK Equator Tour 2nd leg in Thika

The Safaricom-backed golfer heads into the tournament in high spirits after emerging as the overall winner during the opening leg of the second edition staged in April at Vet Lab Sports Club. Mohit produced a stellar display throughout the event, highlighted by a remarkable hole-in-one that laid the foundation for his victory.

DP Kithure Kindiki calls for unity and lasting solutions to Coast land disputes

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki called for unity and solution-focused leadership during a title deeds issuance event in Mombasa, praising efforts to resolve historical land disputes, absentee landlord cases, and identity card vetting reforms for the Coast.

Parliament sets May 28 Prayer Breakfast date amid legal dispute on expenditure disclosure

The petition has been filed by Nairobi-based lawyer Lempaa Suyianka, who is seeking court orders to compel disclosure of how much public money was spent on the 2025 edition and to stop the use of taxpayer funds for the 2026 event.

Governor Nassir defends ODM–UDA deal, accuses critics of betraying Raila

Speaking in Mombasa during the issuance of title deeds to coastal residents, Nassir said the cooperation between the two political formations was aimed at addressing historical land injustices and delivering practical solutions to wananchi.

Linda Mwananchi youth leader blames multiple fuel taxes for cost of living

Wambua said fuel remains a key driver of the economy and should not be subjected to what he described as excessive taxation due to its central role in production and daily life.

KEWOSA, Alai clash over alleged assault during public participation meeting in Nairobi

Kenya Women Senators Association (KEWOSA) condemned an alleged assault on two chiefs during a public participation meeting in Kileleshwa, Nairobi, saying they were hospitalised. It urged police and prosecutors to act. Robert Alai denied wrongdoing.

Sh2.2bn budget gap leaves 99,000 school leaders in acting posts without pay

The Teachers Service Commission told lawmakers that the missing allocation is among the major challenges affecting its budget and could disrupt school administration while worsening welfare concerns for teachers already in acting roles.

Four missing after boat capsizes at Kwa Bruno Channel in Lamu

The ongoing operation has brought together Kenya Red Cross aqua divers, Beach Management Units, and local fishing boats familiar with the channel, all working jointly to scan the waters in a continuous effort to locate the missing persons.

Ruto back from Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan kicks off four-day Coast development tour

State House officials said the tour is part of ongoing government programmes aimed at accelerating development projects along the Coast while resolving historical land issues affecting many families.

Kajiado Court quashes arrest warrants issued against prosecutor in land fraud case

In the ruling, the court declared as irregular proceedings in which a senior prosecutor had been compelled to appear before the Kajiado Law Courts to explain the basis of a decision to charge suspects in the case. Warrants of arrest issued against the prosecutor for allegedly failing to honour the summons were also quashed.

Martial Arts: Nairobi to Host ANZA MMA pro-fight featuring six nations on June 6

Five Kenyan fighters will feature on the card, with the event bringing together athletes from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan.

Karate Federation names 50 ahead of East African Championships

Speaking at the team’s residential training camp in Nairobi on Wednesday, federation president Eng. Richard Binga congratulated the athletes who made the final squad, urging them to treat the home tournament with discipline and seriousness.