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Teargas, armed men and clashes disrupt Ol Kalou by-election

The violence, which unfolded during the final hours of polling, came amid heightened political tensions and followed allegations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that there were attempts to interfere with the electoral process

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State seeks diplomatic status for Ford Foundation in policy U-turn

The proposal is aimed at formalising long-term cooperation between Kenya and the philanthropic organisation while supporting the expansion of its regional operations from Nairobi.

KMPDC to move medical certificate attestation fully online from August 3, 2026

The move is intended to strengthen accountability, speed up the processing of attestation requests, improve access for practitioners and patients, and advance its broader digital transformation agenda aimed at delivering transparent, reliable and efficient regulatory services

Sifuna ousted as Deputy Senate Minority Whip, Oketch named successor

Speaker Amason Kingi announced the changes in the Senate on Thursday, saying he had verified that the Minority Party had complied with the requirements set out under the Senate Standing Orders before approving the new appointment.

Kirwa warns divided opposition could hand Ruto second term

He maintained that although a victory by the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) would reaffirm the party's growing influence in the region, it should not be interpreted as a definitive predictor of the outcome of the 2027 presidential election

Father, son jailed for assault after false witchcraft claim in Kilifi

The court heard that the two assaulted Asha while accusing her of being responsible for the alleged disappearance. Their actions attracted a crowd, which joined in the attack before members of the public eventually rescued the woman

Sh500m Gusii stadium demolition sparks fresh questions over public spending

The 12,000-seat stadium, which was renovated and used to host last year's Mashujaa Day celebrations, has now been cleared to make room for a new 14,000-seat facility expected to meet international standards.

Zaheer touts constituency projects, backs Ruto's performance

Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Thursday, the first-term lawmaker said the projects reaffirm his commitment to improving healthcare, education, infrastructure and livelihoods for residents as he prepares to seek a second term in the 2027 General Election

Aer Lingus targets 500 job cuts after reporting €103m quarterly loss

The Irish airline said the proposal places about 290 head office positions, 140 cabin crew roles and 70 pilot jobs at risk. Aer Lingus currently employs about 6,000 people.

Tuchel expected to remain England boss despite World Cup heartbreak

The loss ended England's hopes of reaching a first World Cup final since 1966, with Tuchel coming under criticism after his side surrendered a 1-0 lead late in the match.

Counties put on spot over Sh24bn in cancelled Ifmis transactions

Counties Put on Spot Over Sh24bn in Cancelled Ifmis Transactions

Senator Maanzo calls for peaceful, credible Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election

The senator also appealed to residents of Ol Kalou to turn out in large numbers and exercise their democratic right to vote, expressing concern over incidents reported during the campaign period that he said had raised questions about security

Kerich avoids three-month jail term as parties settle Sh106 million legal fees row

The breakthrough came after Kerich and Kwengu and Company Advocates informed the court on Thursday that they had agreed on a payment plan to settle the long-running debt. As part of the arrangement, Kerich paid Sh30 million, with the remaining amount set to be cleared according to a schedule presented before the court.

Government drafts new law to fix University and TVET funding crisis

The latest figures show public universities are operating with a funding deficit of Sh28.97 billion, while TVET institutions require an additional Sh14.9 billion to meet their financial needs.

IEBC calls for evidence-based complaints as Ol Kalou by-election continues

The IEBC also noted that comprehensive security arrangements had been put in place to safeguard the integrity of the poll

Methu urges early voting, calls for identifiable police in Ol Kalou by-election

Speaking after accompanying Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) candidate Sammy Waweru to cast his ballot on Thursday, Methu said the electoral process had so far been peaceful and well managed by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

'Niko Kadi' mobiliser Allans Ademba arrested while monitoring Ol Kalou by-election

Ademba did not disclose the circumstances surrounding the arrest or indicate whether he had been informed of any offence

Ruto: Government must earn public trust through openness, not demand it

President Ruto called for broad participation from public institutions, civil society, academia, the private sector, the media, and the public to ensure the assessment of the Report is credible and comprehensive

Government schedules five-hour eCitizen payment maintenance on July 18

In a public notice issued on Thursday, users were informed that the planned maintenance is aimed at improving service delivery on the government's flagship digital platform, which hosts thousands of public services.

Ol Kalou Poll: Police confirm plain-clothes officers, dismiss claims of unmarked cars

His response followed allegations by DCP deputy party leader Cleophas Malala, who claimed some security officers were moving around polling areas in civilian clothes and in vehicles without number plates with the aim of intimidating voters.

Gachagua says Ol Kalou vote is a chance to restore community's dignity

The former Deputy President also commended young people who had accompanied elderly voters to polling stations, saying they had demonstrated responsibility by ensuring older members of the community were able to participate in the election.

Kenya faces fertiliser price shock as gulf conflict hits global supplies

The World Trade Organisation has identified Kenya among 18 economies that face the greatest risk from disruptions affecting nitrogenous fertiliser supplies passing through the Gulf region.

Kenya cuts medicine import bill as local drug production picks up

Figures from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics show Kenya spent Sh15.6 billion on medicinal and pharmaceutical products between January and March 2026, down from Sh20.4 billion during the same period last year

IEBC sets record straight on assisted voting as Ol Kalou poll continues

The commission also reminded residents that every eligible voter listed in the certified Register of Voters for the constituency must first be identified using the Kenya Integrated Elections Management System (KIEMS) kit before receiving ballot papers.

Theological colleges given 90 days to meet education rules

The order is contained in a report by the National Assembly Committee on Public Petitions following a petition filed by Rev Josiah Njiru, Chairman of the Association of Pentecostal Vocational and Training Institutions of Kenya.

Ol Kalou Poll: UDA’s Muchina confident of victory, vows to respect final result

Speaking after casting his ballot at Huruma Primary School on Thursday, Muchina said the high voter turnout reflected residents' enthusiasm to exercise their democratic right and choose a leader who would represent them for the remaining term in Parliament.

Malala raises KIEMS delays, police accountability concerns in Ol Kalou by-election

Speaking in Ol Kalou while touring polling stations on Thursday, Malala said voting had generally begun peacefully, with residents turning out in large numbers despite earlier concerns over alleged intimidation. He, however, noted that some elderly voters were taking longer to be identified by the KIEMS kits, slowing the voting process.