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State clarifies Karura tree nursery work is renovation, not land clearing

Speaking on Tuesday, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura addressed growing public concerns and misinformation surrounding the project.

Senate motion seeks to block funds for Governors who ignore summons

The proposal recommends that the Controller of Budget should not approve any withdrawals from county funds where governors ignore or fail to respond to summons issued by the Senate to answer questions on financial management.

Stanbic raises dividend to Sh22.35 despite Sh13.72 billion profit

The latest dividend distribution amounts to Sh8.83 billion, representing 64.4 percent of the bank’s net profit. This is the largest payout in the company’s history.

Linda Mwananchi says Kenyans misled on status of political deal

Sifuna said the committee responsible for supervising the implementation of the agreement had failed to carry out its mandate. He argued that instead of providing clear answers on the status of the agreement, the committee appeared to create the impression that the commitments had been addressed.

Manufacturers demand urgent reforms to lower compliance costs

The study paints a picture of a challenging regulatory landscape, where businesses must navigate multiple licensing procedures, overlapping responsibilities among government agencies, and varying rules at county level.

Israel launches airstrikes on Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon amid rising regional tensions

The attacks targeted what the IDF described as a Hezbollah command centre in Ansariyeh, from which rockets had allegedly been launched toward Israel.

IEBC commissioners set to receive new cars in Sh168.6m mini-budget plan

Budget documents indicate that the electoral agency’s spending on the “purchase of vehicles and other transport equipment” has jumped from Sh5.6 million in the original estimates to Sh174.2 million in the revised figures. The increase places the commission among State agencies receiving the largest rise in vehicle-related allocations.

KLM’s Sungu Oyoo calls for new republic amid governance and climate concerns

In a Radio Generation interview on Wednesday, he reflected on youth protests, climate disasters in Nairobi and the vision of African unity, arguing that persistent citizen action is needed to achieve justice, dignity and long-term reform.

Natembeya alleges intimidation, denounces his arrest over county funds as political

Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Natembeya said he was unaware of the reasons for his arrest in 2025, when officers arrived at his residence with a court order to search for documents, property records, and electronics.

Kittony leaves NSE chair after nearly six years steering the bourse

Kittony, who took over the role in July 2020, officially exited on Tuesday following the expiry of his term. His tenure had been extended by one year in 2025, allowing him to remain in the position longer as the exchange pushed forward with reforms and market expansion efforts.

KLM spokesperson urges Africa to reduce dependence, boost integration

Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Oyoo criticised slow progress in continental institutions such as the African Union (AU) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), noting that African countries still trade more with external partners than with each other and that visa restrictions continue to make intra-African travel expensive and difficult.

Natembeya calls for consolidated Senate oversight to boost county efficiency

Natembeya noted that Senate oversight, through committees such as the County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) and the County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee (CPIC), can be repetitive.

Trump announces record Sh38.7 trillion investment for Texas refinery

The refinery will be developed with Indian investors, including Reliance Industries, the country’s largest privately owned energy company.

KLM spokesperson warns deregistration could weaken youth political influence

Speaking in an interview on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Oyoo accused authorities of singling out smaller parties, urging young Kenyans to register and vote to avoid allowing the current political order to remain unchallenged.

Aga Khan Fund exits Nation Media Group after 66 years in deal with Azizi

The stake, held through NPRT Holdings Africa Limited and representing 54.08 percent of NMG, will be acquired by Taarifa Ltd, a firm owned by Tanzanian businessman Rostam Azizi.

Government rolls out rescue and relief plan as floods kill 49, displace over 9,000 households

Among the interventions announced is government support for families who lost relatives in the floods. The state will meet mortuary and funeral expenses for victims as part of efforts to ease the burden on grieving families.

Woman charged with attempted murder after shooting at Rihanna’s LA home

Ortiz faces multiple charges, including ten felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and three felony counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or camper.

Syrian ex-colonel in court on crimes against humanity charge

Salem Michel Al-Salem, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via video link and has been named publicly for the first time after a request from his team to prevent this was rejected.

Former convict arrested in Meru over violent robbery ring

DCI officers in Meru arrested ex-convict Jason Kobia Mucoka, 47, over alleged violent robberies in Igembe, recovering a loaded submachine gun in a miraa plantation during a joint security operation.

Auditor General calls for full government control of eCitizen platform

In a special audit report dated March 2025, Gathungu said the platform should be handed over immediately by Webmasters Kenya Ltd and placed fully under government management.

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MPs clears government plan to sell 15% Safaricom stake to Vodacom

Under the approved plan, the government will sell about six billion shares, equivalent to 15 per cent of Safaricom, at Sh34 per share. The sale is projected to raise roughly Sh204.3 billion.

Sakaja outlines how Sh80 billion Nairobi development fund will be spent

The announcement came a day after the governor chaired the first implementation committee meeting under the cooperation framework, bringing together Principal Secretaries and representatives from several ministries, departments and agencies.

State Law Office budget revised downwards in supplementary estimates

The State Law Office budget has been cut by Sh55.95 million to Sh5.33 billion, as Solicitor General Shadrack Mose asks MPs for Sh616.27 million in extra funding to ease financial constraints.

KCB vs Kabras Kenya Cup match will not be replayed, KRU rules

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the national rugby governing body said the decision was reached after its committee determined that relevant regulations had been contravened.

Flood death toll rises as drought threatens millions with hunger

Heavy rains being experienced in several parts of the country have triggered flooding, leading to deaths, injuries and the displacement of families.

UN urges immediate ceasefire as South Sudan violence kills 160, displaces 280,000

According to the UN Human Rights Chief, Volker Türk, more than 160 people have been killed and over 280,000 forced from their homes in just 17 days since fighting intensified in January.

Kenya Power expands digital meter reading, calls for customer cooperation

This system captures readings instantly and transmits them directly into the billing platform, reducing delays and errors that have affected manual meter reading for years.

Sean Kingston Says He Feels Alone In Prison Because Nobody Has Ever Visited Him