Known for her conservative ideology, Takaichi faces the dual challenge of uniting a fractured party and steering Japan through domestic and global complexities. She must also manage delicate ties with the United States and oversee trade commitments established by the previous government.
Maureen KinyanjuiDetectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit carried out further checks and discovered that the suspect had ingested narcotics. Under medical supervision, she later excreted three cocaine pellets, and authorities believe additional drugs may remain inside her. She is being closely monitored as the investigation continues.
Rose AchiengThe ruling paves the way for the case to move to the defence hearing scheduled for December 16. Mogaka is accused of stabbing Ngaira on the neck with a broken beer bottle during a gathering at the Annex area in Eldoret in February 2019.
Ann NyamburaSave the Children noted that entire communities have already lost farmland, homes, livelihoods, and access to schools and medical facilities. Rising waters have displaced 379,000 people, leaving many without basic necessities. The charity also warned that waterborne diseases and snake bites are escalating public health concerns, particularly among children and vulnerable groups.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe National Police Service Commission (Recruitment and Appointment) Regulations, 2025, have been presented to the National Assembly for debate and approval, marking a major shift in how new officers will be selected across the country. The proposed framework introduces strict checks and a transparent step-by-step process aimed at ensuring that only competent and deserving candidates are admitted into the service.
Rose AchiengSaber Chouchane, a day labourer with little formal education, was convicted by a court in Nabeul after posting messages critical of the president on social media last year, his lawyer Oussama Bouthalja said on Friday.
Maureen KinyanjuiJubilee Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni said in a statement on Friday that the decision was informed by the party’s desire to strengthen cooperation within the opposition. He noted that the seat had previously been held by Joel Munuve, who had been working with Wiper before his death.
Rose AchiengThe court also imposed a $500,000 fine (Sh64.7 million), the maximum allowed by law, and placed him under five years of supervised release after he completes his prison term.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement issued on October 3, 2025, the Commission confirmed it had reached out to Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to coordinate with local authorities and secure information that could lead to the safe release of the activists.
Maureen KinyanjuiHowever, the Palestinian group said other parts of the proposal would require further discussions among its leadership and other Palestinian factions.
Ann NyamburaNairobi led in new registrations with 1,597 voters, followed by Mombasa (556) and Kiambu (386). Other counties, such as Garissa (160), Kisii (312), and Kakamega (127) also recorded notable progress.
Yunis DekowSpeaking at the National Registration Bureau (NRB) headquarters in Nairobi on Friday, Murkomen said, despite reforms including the deployment of technology, many citizens have yet to collect their IDs totaling 400,000.
Ian NjaneThe President made it clear that no political figure or group will be allowed to carry heavy weaponry within the capital, a city that has, in recent years, made fragile gains in security after decades of conflict.
Yunis DekowKiambu County boasts strong health performance, with an average of eight neonatal deaths per 1,000 live births, well below the national average of 17 and the Sustainable Development Goals target of 12. Kiambu Level V Hospital was recently recognised at the United Nations General Assembly for recording zero maternal deaths from January to July this year.
Ann NyamburaIn a statement on Friday, WFP said it would be able to support only 350,000 people with lifesaving rations in November, down from 1.1 million in August, a reduction of more than two-thirds.
Yunis DekowThe arrests come a month after the investigative agency received 1,188 files from the Social Health Authority (SHA) and the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
Samuel OtienoThe flotilla reported that many activists were targeted with water cannons during the interception. It also noted the presence of Swedish activist Greta Thunberg on one vessel, without providing further details on her status.
Rose AchiengHighlighting Wanner’s lifelong commitment to the Palestinian cause, Murua pointed to her activism from childhood and her roots in the African National Congress during exile in Lusaka, as well as her upbringing in Harare.
Rose AchiengTuchel will have to make a decision between Bellingham and Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa
Dennis MasindeThe Red Bull driver is targeting a third consecutive grand prix win on Sunday and first ever in Singapore – and is now just 44 points behind second-placed Norris after wins in Monza and Baku.
RGK.co.keThe Nyota initiative, implemented in partnership with the World Bank, will provide Sh50,000 grants to 70 young people in each of Kenya’s 1,450 wards, enabling them to start small businesses. Ahead of the rollout, Principal Secretaries will travel to all 47 counties on October 6 to meet governors, MPs, MCAs, and local leaders to ensure the programme is well understood and implemented smoothly.
Ann NyamburaThe 2025 exams will see a record 3,424,836 candidates sit for KCSE, KPSEA, and KJSEA. This massive exercise will be supported by 10,765 centre managers, 12,126 supervisors, 54,782 invigilators, and 22,247 security officers for KCSE alone. Primary and junior exams require even more staff, including over 125,000 invigilators.
Chrispho OwuorThe Brazil international was replaced by Giorgi Mamardashvili in the 56th minute of the game in Istanbul – Liverpool's second straight defeat after they started the season with seven successive wins in all competitions.
RGK.co.keThis year, a record 3,424,836 candidates will sit national exams: 996,078 for KCSE, 1,298,089 for KPSEA, and 1,130,669 for the inaugural KJSEA. To oversee the process, KNEC will deploy 54,782 invigilators and 22,247 security officers nationwide.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe standout fixture of the weekend sees Chelsea host Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening. Liverpool are without Alisson Becker until after the international break, while Federico Chiesa remains a doubt, though Hugo Ekitike is expected to be back.
Ian NjaneIn a statement released by the National Treasury Principal Secretary, Chris Kiptoo on October 3, 2025, the funds were raised through two facilities, a seven-year loan at 7.875 percent interest and a twelve-year loan at 8.8 percent.
David AbonyoDocuments presented to Parliament show that the land was originally reserved for the expansion of Nairobi Prison (Lang’ata Women’s Prison), but the prison department never benefited.
Rose AchiengGovernor Kenneth Lusaka said the county targets to vaccinate about 266,000 cattle against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), under the initiative, which is anchored on an E-Voucher subsidy system.
Michael NdwigaThe ball, called Trionda, was again designed by German manufacturer Adidas, provider of the official World Cup balls since the 1970 tournament.
Dennis MasindeAccording to the Kenya Meteorological Department, regions likely to experience significant rainfall include the Central Highlands, with Nairobi singled out as well as the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, Western, and North-western Kenya.
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