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Obado conviction leaves mystery of Sharon Otieno's killers unanswered

Evidence presented during the trial showed that on the day Sharon was killed, Oyamo invited her and a protected witness, identified only as XYZ, to Graca Hotel. He allegedly promised to give them money so they would stop speaking publicly about Sharon's relationship with Obado and her pregnancy.

Teachers Allocation by County: Top Recipients

Teachers Service Commission Acting CEO Evaleen Mitei said the distribution was guided by public school numbers, learner enrolment, the expansion of junior schools and teacher shortages

Ruto, Cabinet Secretaries ring changes in boards of public institutions

President Ruto also appointed Moses Wekesa Mwambu Mabonga as the non-executive chairperson of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), replacing an earlier appointment made through a 2025 Gazette Notice.

More than 220,000 evacuated as wildfires rage across France and Spain

Around 200,000 people have now been evacuated from south-west France, mainly in the Gironde and Landes regions, as firefighters battle large blazes fuelled by hot and dry conditions. French President Emmanuel Macron has mobilised the military to strengthen emergency operations.

Luo elders move to fill Raila Odinga’s traditional leadership role

According to the elders, the office exists to safeguard the interests, traditions and unity of the Luo people while also offering guidance on important issues affecting the community and the country.

LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers for final NBA chapter

James now joins a fourth NBA team after successful spells with Cleveland, Miami and the Lakers. He has won NBA championships with every franchise he has previously represented, lifting two titles with Miami before returning to Cleveland, where he guided the Cavaliers to their historic NBA championship in 2016.

Court stops planned aviation workers’ strike, flights to continue

The court scheduled the Jambojet case for hearing on July 29, 2026, while the Kenya Airways case will be heard on September 29, 2026. KAWU was also directed to file its responses before the hearing dates.

Murkomen puts politicians on notice over illegal political mobilisation

Murkomen said security agencies would not allow the formation of unlawful groups targeting government officials, electoral officials or ordinary citizens, adding that the country cannot afford to take national security lightly.

ICC votes to remove Karim Khan as Chief Prosecutor over misconduct findings

Khan, who became the ICC's third prosecutor in 2021, was removed after 82 member states voted in favour of his dismissal during a special session held at the United Nations headquarters in New York.

Governor Kang'ata ditches UDA for Gachagua's DCP ahead of 2027

Kang'ata made the announcement at Gachagua's Wamunyoro residence, where the former Deputy President officially received him into the party in a meeting attended by supporters.

Misquoted! CS Duale refutes claims of ethnic incitement

In a statement issued on Friday, Duale said he had been "widely misquoted" and that his remarks delivered in Lafey Constituency had been taken out of context to advance "false and misleading narratives."

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NCIC launches probe into alleged ethnic incitement by CS Duale

NCIC applauded members of the public for reporting the matter and urged Kenyans to continue submitting complaints involving divisive political rhetoric and ethnic profiling, saying public cooperation was critical in preserving national cohesion.

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns

Shahabuddin had been expected to remain in office until 2028 and was among the few officials from Hasina's administration who survived the sweeping changes that followed the July 2024 uprising.

Cotu rejects reported NYS deployment to Airports, backs aviation workers

The labour federation has declared its full support for the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), which has accused aviation agencies of pushing ahead with employment changes that threaten workers' rights and job security.

Ramaphosa wins court order halting Farmgate impeachment inquiry

The latest decision follows a Constitutional Court ruling in May that found Parliament had acted unlawfully when it decided not to establish an impeachment inquiry after an independent panel concluded in 2022 that Ramaphosa might have a case to answer over the Farmgate matter.

KEPSA backs NextGen KE programme to expand youth employment opportunities

Speaking during the programme's launch at State House, Nairobi on Friday, KEPSA Chief Executive Carole Kariuki described youth employment as one of Kenya's most pressing priorities, saying the initiative represents a practical approach to expanding economic opportunities for young people

New eCHIS V3 platform set to boost primary healthcare nder Taifa Care

The new platform is expected to modernise Kenya's community health information systems by providing secure, scalable and interoperable digital infrastructure capable of supporting real-time decision-making while improving service delivery for frontline health workers

DCI arrests four, seizes cannabis worth Sh13.4m in Nandi, Kiambu, Kisii

The DCI noted that the coordinated operations reflected the determination of law enforcement agencies to target organised narcotics syndicates operating across the country

Merishaw School: Cultural immersion gives students lessons beyond the classroom

Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Friday, Karua said the school's cultural immersion programme gives students the opportunity to engage with different communities, helping them gain a deeper understanding of diverse cultures, lifestyles and perspectives

Poll: Opposition supporters favour Gachagua backing unity candidate over presidential bid

The findings indicate that many opposition supporters see a united coalition as the best path to mounting a strong challenge against President Ruto rather than having several candidates compete for the presidency.

Top rugby action expected at Prinsloo 7s this weekend in Nakuru

The fixtures will begin as early as 8:00 am, with defending 2024 circuit champions Kenya Harlequin FC starting their campaign against Embu RFC in the opening match on Saturday morning.

Kiambu breaks revenue record with Sh6.5 billion collection

Figures from the Controller of Budget and the Kiambu County Treasury show the county has recorded steady growth in own-source revenue over the years. Collections increased from Sh2.9 billion in the 2021/22 financial year to Sh3.6 billion in 2022/23, before rising to Sh4.6 billion in 2023/24, Sh5.45 billion in 2024/25 and finally Sh6.5 billion in 2025/26.

Italy missed out on Ancelotti, can they land Guardiola?

Italy approached Ancelotti, who took over as Brazil coach in 2025 and extended his contract until the 2030 FIFA World Cup, before opening talks with Guardiola.

Over 17,000 pass through Mombasa Airport as Kenya's tourism momentum holds

The passenger numbers come as the government steps up efforts to market Kenya as a safe, attractive and competitive destination for international visitors. Tourism officials say sustained arrivals reflect continued confidence among travellers and the resilience of the tourism sector

Ruto tells youth to focus on learning as government rolls out NextGen.KE

The President encouraged young people to view their first jobs as opportunities to acquire knowledge, build discipline and develop character rather than simply earn an income

Detectives rescue 48 women in Kajiado crackdown on alleged sexual exploitation

The crackdown were carried out following public tip-offs and intelligence reports linking properties in the two towns to activities involving sexual exploitation, prostitution and the production of explicit online content

IG Kanja tells court he learnt of Gatoto School orders a day before summons

The case arises from orders issued by Justice Mutai on June 25, 2026, directing the Principal Secretary for Basic Education and the County Education Board to register Gatoto Community Primary School as a private non-profit APBET primary school under the Basic Education Act.

CBK seeks tougher anti-money laundering powers in Microfinance Bill

The regulator also wants the proposed law to retain penalties for institutions that breach anti-money laundering requirements, saying those provisions already exist in the current law but have been left out of the new Bill.

JSC opens applications for tribunal posts, 201 internship opportunities

The JSC said interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through its online jobs portal, where detailed job descriptions, appointment requirements and application instructions are available