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High court temporarily lifts ban on Ethiopian and Eritrean refugees
Global Affairs

High court temporarily lifts ban on Ethiopian and Eritrean refugees

The court noted that the matter raised serious concerns, and that immediate action was necessary to prevent potential harm to refugees while the case is being fully examined.The dispute arose after the Commissioner for Refugee Affairs issued a notice on July 31 halting the registration of new asylum seekers from the two countries.

Kenya secures Sh438 billion in early-year borrowing amid revenue shortfall
Business

Kenya secures Sh438 billion in early-year borrowing amid revenue shortfall

According to the latest data from the National Treasury, net borrowing from domestic sources reached Sh339.7 billion, while external lenders contributed Sh98.1 billion. This represents nearly half (48.6%) of the annual borrowing target of Sh901 billion, which is set at Sh613.5 billion for local markets and Sh287.4 billion from external sources.

Zelensky warns US peace plan could endanger Ukraine’s support
Global Affairs

Zelensky warns US peace plan could endanger Ukraine’s support

The leaked peace plan outlines measures Kyiv had previously dismissed, including relinquishing control of parts of eastern Ukraine, drastically downsizing its military, and pledging to forgo Nato membership. Analysts note that the proposals appear to favor Moscow. Russian President Vladimir Putin described the plan as a possible "basis" for a settlement, while insisting Russia remains ready to continue the conflict if needed.

President Ruto signs four laws unlocking Sh70.6bn for counties
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President Ruto signs four laws unlocking Sh70.6bn for counties

The new laws are the County Governments Additional Allocations Bill, 2025, the Capital Markets (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the Provisional Collection of Taxes and Duties (Repeal) Bill, 2025, and the Government-Owned Enterprises Bill, 2025. Together, they set the stage for what the government says will be better service delivery and higher accountability across key institutions.

IEBC sends ballot papers to 20 areas ahead of November 27 by-elections
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IEBC sends ballot papers to 20 areas ahead of November 27 by-elections

Commissioner Hassan Noor Hassan supervised the release of ballot papers and statutory forms from the warehouse, noting that the teams handling the consignments had been briefed and equipped for the task. He said the commission had concluded all internal arrangements and was now focused on getting the materials to the designated regions in good time.