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Former High Court Judge Joseph Mbalu Mutava dies
His death was confirmed by former Machakos Senator and Parliamentary Service Commission Commissioner Johnson Muthama, who described the former judge as a close family friend.
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Politics
Sifuna unfazed by IEBC deadline as pressure mounts over 2027 party
The concerns followed an IEBC notice issued on Thursday setting October 15, 2026, as the deadline for political parties planning to take part in the General Election to submit the names and specimen signatures of their authorised officials.
Global Affairs
Lucy Afandi lands key Vatican role after Pope Leo XIV appointment
The Vatican’s dicasteries are major departments, each handling a specific area of the Church’s activities. The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development is responsible for a wide range of issues, including poverty, migration, healthcare, environmental protection, humanitarian assistance and human development.
Politics
Matiang’i calls for Ruto’s resignation over goon violence
Matiang’i, who was accompanied by Party of National Unity (PNU) leader Peter Munya, also turned his focus to the 2027 General Election, urging residents of the Mt. Kenya region to vote against Ruto.
Health and Wellness
Ebola vaccine tested in Kenya sent to DRC as outbreak hits record levels
The vaccine is being sent to the country at a time when health officials are dealing with an outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, a strain for which there is currently no approved vaccine.
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Fresh loss for Johana Ng’eno’s family as brother paul dies
Ng’eno had been receiving medical attention after his condition worsened, with his hospital stay resulting in a bill of Sh1.8 million.
Today In History
Jomo Kenyatta: 48 years since Kenya’s first president died
Kenyatta died on August 22, 1978, at 3:30 am while asleep at State House in Mombasa, bringing to an end the life of a man who had led Kenya from independence and remained one of the country’s most influential political figures.
Politics
Gachagua rejects August 27 NCIC summons over foreign trip
NCIC summoned Gachagua on August 18 over remarks allegedly made at different public gatherings. The commission is investigating statements attributed to him during a tour of Meru County between July 25 and July 28.
Politics
Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi team meets in Machakos as court battle looms
Among the issues expected to come up is the disruption that affected the movement’s rally in Homa Bay on August 16, with leaders expected to discuss how they will respond to what happened and how future public meetings can be handled.
Global Affairs
War pushes Lebanon economy towards 6.4% contraction, World Bank says
Israel responded with an extensive air campaign and a ground offensive in Lebanon. Lebanese authorities say more than 4,300 people have been killed in the fighting, adding to the pressure on an economy already weakened by years of financial problems.
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There is no national crisis! Murkomen dismisses goon claims
The debate came into focus on Friday when Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat visited Nyeri to inspect preparations for next week’s pass-out parade at the Kiganjo Police Training College, where more than 6,000 officers are expected to graduate.
Global Affairs
Guterres succession race tightens as UN Council holds second poll
Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan remains one of the leading names in the race after receiving the strongest backing during the first informal vote conducted last month.