Acting Vice-Chancellor Kiplagat Kotut said the decision has placed the institution in a difficult position, warning that essential operations could be affected if the matter is not urgently resolved.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe reappointments were confirmed in a gazette notice dated April 17, 2026, with the changes taking effect later in April. The decision keeps in place leadership at institutions seen as central to ongoing government programmes.
Bradley BosireInflation is also projected to rise faster than earlier expected. The IMF now sees consumer prices closing the year at 5.9 per cent, up from 5.2 per cent. The increase is largely driven by higher fuel and fertiliser costs, which are pushing up production expenses across key sectors of the economy.
Maureen KinyanjuiRuto said his administration is working to correct “60 years of neglect”, adding that northern Kenya should receive the same level of attention and access to government programmes as other parts of the country.
Maureen KinyanjuiIran’s move to shut it again signals continued pressure in the standoff with Washington, which has maintained restrictions on Iranian ports. The back-and-forth decisions have added uncertainty to global shipping and energy markets already shaken by weeks of tension in the region.
Maureen KinyanjuiOn a broader scale, the latest monthly performance pushed the total diaspora inflows for the 12 months ending March 2026 to Sh655.9 billion (USD 5,079 million). This is an increase from Sh642.1 billion (USD 4,972 million) recorded in the same period a year earlier, reflecting a 2.2 per cent year-on-year rise and reinforcing the growing importance of remittances in Kenya’s external earnings.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe voting process will start at ward level on July 5, 2026, before moving to constituency elections scheduled for July 16, 2026. The exercise will then conclude with the National Youth Congress elections set for July 27, 2026.
Maureen KinyanjuiKenya’s rise from 133rd is a resurgence for the national side, buoyed by a string of positive results during the ranking period, and after the just-concluded first edition of the FIFA Series at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi last Wednesday.
Shadrack AndengaSiaya Governor James Orengo said the project offers a rare chance to change the county’s economic direction, arguing that it could attract investors, create jobs and open up industrial growth in a region mostly driven by small-scale economic activity. He said access to affordable power would be key in drawing manufacturing and large-scale investment.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe court has marked the case as urgent and allowed the residents to serve BP outside the country. Other parties will be served through a newspaper advertisement. The case will be mentioned on May 6 for further directions, but the court declined to grant temporary orders at this stage.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe union says the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement is meant to correct long-standing gaps in pay structures and bring uniformity across commissions. It wants comprehensive discussions covering salaries, allowances, welfare provisions, union rights, and general working conditions.
Maureen KinyanjuiHeading into their tournament's opener, Kenya, who had finished third in the SVNS 2 competition, met an Australia side coming in as one of the top sides in the main SVNS circuit and finished third in the standings with 82 points, Kenya unfortunately losing that tie 14-5.
Shadrack AndengaThe case stems from agency notices issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority targeting several of Sonko’s bank accounts in an effort to recover what it considers disputed tax obligations. Sonko challenged the move before the Tax Appeals Tribunal, arguing that the tax claims had not been fully determined and should not be enforced at that stage
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the coalition, the incidents are no longer isolated but appear coordinated and are being used to influence political space in different regions. They expressed concern that many of those involved are young people from informal settlements, who are being drawn into these activities and exposed to violence for political ends.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe information to be verified includes correct spelling and order of names, gender, date of birth, school of registration, and citizenship status. Citizenship is to be marked as (C) for citizens and (N) for non-citizens. Parents are also required to confirm the subjects registered for each learner.
Maureen KinyanjuiSudi said it was wrong for UDA leaders to keep making public statements about ODM, noting that both parties are working together under a broader political understanding.
Maureen KinyanjuiUkraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha condemned the attacks, describing them as deliberate and pre-planned acts of terror against civilians.
Bradley BosireInspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has cautioned that any attempt to attack police stations, damage government property, or take part in coordinated violence will face strict legal action, stressing that such acts threaten national stability.
Maureen KinyanjuiOburu clarified that zoning is only one of several items the party intends to table once talks officially begin, maintaining that no formal process has started.
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon, the turnout has been largely powered by young people registering for the first time, signaling stronger engagement in electoral matters.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe concerns were raised during a sensitisation workshop held in Kiambu County and organised by the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services through the State Department for Gender and Affirmative Action, in partnership with the Institute of Public Finance and UN Women.
Bradley BosireThe committee, led by chairperson Jackson Mandago, said the visits were aimed at assessing service delivery, infrastructure development and management of resources in devolved health systems.
Bradley BosireThe Cabinet Secretary revealed that a recently deployed specialised police unit in Kitale and its surrounding areas has already yielded significant results, with dozens of suspects apprehended and taken to court within days of the operation.
Bradley BosireThe Deputy President noted that the stabilisation of security has enabled the government to roll out a wide range of development projects that were previously disrupted by insecurity.
Bradley BosireThe council explained that the exercise is meant to ensure all candidate records are correct and free from errors ahead of the national examinations. Parents and guardians are therefore required to go through the details that will be sent back and confirm that everything is accurate.
Bradley BosireSenate report flags counties over ethnic imbalance in hiring
David Bogonko Nyokang'iAccording to court proceedings, Mugabe had initially faced an attempted murder charge, but the National Prosecuting Authority did not clarify what became of that count after he reached an agreement with prosecutors. During the hearing, he spoke only to confirm that he understood the charges and to formally enter his guilty pleas.
Bradley BosireSpeaking during a youth empowerment programme in Mabera, Kuria West Constituency in Migori County on Friday, Wetang’ula stressed that Parliament will firmly uphold its mandate to examine how public resources are used.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe Senator Moses Kajwang-led committee report states, “County Governments comprising the Executive, Assembly and Water Services Boards owe pension schemes a total of Sh.115.7 billion, inclusive of principal, interest, penalties, and the actuarial deficit.”
David Bogonko Nyokang'i