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Omtatah asks court to abolish National Tallying Centre in presidential polls
News

Omtatah asks court to abolish National Tallying Centre in presidential polls

Filed as Constitutional Petition No. E757 of 2025, the case challenges the legality of the National Tallying Centre, Section 39 of the Elections Act, and Regulation 83(2). Omtatah says these provisions create extra layers of verification at the county and national level, grant powers to County Returning Officers and the IEBC Chairperson to re-check or change results, and delay public access to election outcomes. He insists these measures contradict the Constitution and invite unnecessary interference and delays.

Trump orders 45-day review to classify muslim brotherhood as terrorists
Global Affairs

Trump orders 45-day review to classify muslim brotherhood as terrorists

Trump signed an executive order on Monday instructing Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to examine whether Muslim Brotherhood groups in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and other nations should be classified as Foreign Terrorist Organizations or Specially Designated Global Terrorists. Once the report is submitted, the administration will have 45 days to implement any recommended designations.

Family Bank profit soars 55.7% as lending activity drives growth
Business

Family Bank profit soars 55.7% as lending activity drives growth

Despite the overall strong performance, loan loss provisions rose sharply from Sh587.5 million in September 2024 to Sh1.361 billion in September 2025, a 131.6 percent increase, reflecting a cautious approach to credit risk. Total operating expenses increased 33 percent to Sh10.24 billion from Sh7.703 billion, partly due to higher loan impairment charges and heightened business activity.

Sakaja explains reason behind hospital account shift to Sidian Bank
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Sakaja explains reason behind hospital account shift to Sidian Bank

Sakaja noted that the county followed the law, stating that the Public Finance Management Act does not tie counties to specific banks, allowing them to choose an institution that best supports their operations. He added that interest rates offered by the previous bank were not favourable, which pushed the county to look for a better offer.

Kitui's CEC death linked to heart fluid build-up, no foul play involved
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Kitui's CEC death linked to heart fluid build-up, no foul play involved

Family doctor Ancient Kituku, who observed the examination, said Nzilani’s heart “burst and leaked a lot of blood,” causing pressure that prevented it from functioning properly. This condition, known as cardiac tamponade, occurs when fluid or blood gathers in the sac around the heart, stopping it from pumping effectively.

IEBC rejects claims of election interference ahead of Magarini poll
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IEBC rejects claims of election interference ahead of Magarini poll

The statement comes in response to a letter from Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua, dated November 24, 2025. Gachagua had alleged that a senior IEBC officer was obstructing or influencing the by-election process. IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon confirmed the letter had been received and the issues thoroughly noted.