Kenya Wildlife Service says it detected abnormal foamy water inflows on April 30 and has started water sampling and enforcement. The suspected contamination enters via the Mlolongo Athi Dam ecosystem, threatening rivers and downstream communities.
Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Thursday from the rally headquarters in Taita Taveta, Clerk of Course Riyaz Ismail said that the final preparations for the rally are now complete, as organisers confirm full readiness, describing the atmosphere as intense, with all operational elements aligning ahead of the start.
Shadrack AndengaThe Prevention of Livestock and Produce Theft Bill, 2023, also aims to strengthen coordination between national and county governments in tackling a vice that many said is crippling rural livelihoods.
Rose AchiengEducation experts say the increase reflects continued government focus on early childhood education, alongside community-driven efforts that have encouraged parents to take children to school earlier. Programmes targeting girls have also helped reduce barriers that once kept many out of class.
Ann NyamburaLawyer Joe Mwariri, representing the group, told the committee the pensioners had every reason to expect timely payment after years of service.
Bradley BosireKenya’s team secured a gold, a silver, and four bronze medals in the women’s U-17 category, a performance Kenya Amateur Wrestling Association (KAWA) Secretary General Erick Walucho described as a step in the right direction, with focus now shifting to qualification for the Dakar Youth Olympic Games in September.
Shadrack AndengaAccording to Ethekon, 267,249 people were registered between September 29, 2025 and the end of April under continuous voter registration at constituency offices. He noted that the larger portion, 2,345,476 voters, signed up during the 30-day mass exercise that was rolled out countrywide.
Bradley BosireOfficials from Kenya Premier League (KPL) clubs held a consultative meeting on Thursday in Nairobi to address key issues affecting the top tier of Kenyan football and resolved to request a prompt engagement with the embattled FKF president upon his return.
Shadrack AndengaPresident William Ruto urged Kenyans to strengthen family values, prioritise parenting and education, during the burial of 93-year-old Mzee Edwin Kipchirchir Koech in Bomet County. He also warned against parental neglect.
Chrispho OwuorThe decision follows growing concern from oil sector players who have been struggling to secure fuel that meets Kenya’s strict quality requirements. Industry reports point to tightening global supply, with particular pressure coming from disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, through which a large share of global oil shipments pass.
Bradley BosireBeyond the stadium, several supporting projects are ongoing across Wajir town to prepare for the national event. These include road upgrades to improve access, rehabilitation of key routes linking major venues, and renovation of the County Commissioner’s residence, which will host the State luncheon.
Bradley BosireReports from security agencies indicate that the violence in Tseikuru area of Kitui County is part of a wider pattern of inter-communal attacks that have been affecting parts of the region. Armed attackers are said to have stormed the area during what authorities believe was a cycle of retaliatory violence, leaving several people dead and triggering fear in nearby villages.
David AbonyoSpeaking at the burial of Transport CS Davis Chirchir’s father, late Edwin Kipchirchir Koech, in Bomet County, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen said their long working relationship began in a devolved government task force and later shaped Cabinet cooperation.
David AbonyoJustice Nyaundi ruled that public interest cases cannot be ended through private agreements where constitutional issues remain unresolved, especially when broader public rights are involved. The judge directed that the consolidated petitions will proceed to hearing on May 25, 2026.
Chrispho OwuorDuring the meeting, Sawe presented the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 shoes he wore when he set the record on April 26 in London, clocking 1:59:30 and becoming the first man to run a competitive marathon under two hours.
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking in Kipketii, Bomet County, during the burial of Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir’s father, Edwin Kipchirchir Koech, the President said the government is responding to long-standing requests from residents for better air connectivity.
Bradley BosireKenya’s trade relations with Iran also formed part of the broader diplomatic context, with exports valued at about Sh6.458 billion, mainly tea, while imports stand at roughly Sh2.32 billion, largely petroleum products, with projections showing possible growth of around 18 per cent in coming years.
Bradley BosirePayments officially began on April 30, with each recipient set to receive Sh2,000 for the April cycle.
David AbonyoTransport CS Davis Chirchir eulogised his late father during a burial in Bomet County, praising his discipline and faith. He thanked President William Ruto and other leaders for their support after the death on 19th.
Chrispho OwuorThe Speaker also highlighted Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir, saying his leadership style reflects order, discipline, and structured thinking in public service.
Chrispho OwuorThe Bill seeks to establish a national fund to manage proceeds from strategic resources such as minerals and oil, with the goal of preserving wealth for long-term national benefit. However, Okoa Uchumi said the main concern is not the idea of the fund itself, but how it will be controlled and managed.
Chrispho OwuorThe North Eastern Parliamentary Group, led by Eldas MP Adan Keynan Wehliye, condemned escalating violence along the Mwingi–Garissa road and the Kitui–Garissa border, calling for urgent, impartial intervention to restore peace and protect civilians.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iPolice in Kisumu East Sub-County arrested a suspect linked to a robbery with violence after a dawn operation in Kamrongo Village, Chiga. Officers recovered a red Honda 125 motorcycle and detained it as an exhibit.
David AbonyoSuna East MP Junet Mohamed said the 2026 Economic Survey shows Kenya’s economy is strengthening and ranks third in sub-Saharan Africa. Speaking in Bomet during a burial, he pointed to road works, maize output and jobs.
Chrispho OwuorThe changes form part of wider reforms tied to the proposed Sports Bill 2026, which seeks to reshape how sports are governed and managed in the country. The bill outlines plans to create a national sports regulatory authority to oversee operations, enforce standards, and improve accountability across all disciplines.
David AbonyoThe Justice Department alleges that the group includes senior political figures and high-ranking law enforcement officials who used their positions of power to support cartel activities. Authorities further claim they “abused their authority in support of the cartel, exposed and subjected victims to threats and violence.”
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