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Taxpayers bear Sh233 billion legal burden as Government defaults

The health sector carries the heaviest burden, with nearly Sh100 billion in unsettled awards, some stemming from contracts dating back to President Daniel Moi’s era.

West Bank village reflects mounting strain on Palestinian Authority

At the same time, Israel stopped transferring tax revenues it collects on behalf of the Palestinian Authority. The disagreement involves Palestinian school materials and payments to families of Palestinians jailed or killed by Israel, including attackers. Palestinian officials say more than four billion dollars is now being withheld.

CS Kagwe pushes for funding and reforms to rescue sugar sector

Kagwe said the government has engaged widely with stakeholders and is committed to presenting the proposed changes without delay. The reforms are intended to improve governance, ensure transparency, and enhance benefits for farmers and workers alike.

President Ruto reappoints five Government Board chairpersons

Mzee Mwinyi Mzee has been reappointed as Non-Executive Chairperson of the Coast Development Authority

UK and four European allies launch joint drone and missile defence project

vThe initiative is designed to strengthen European security cooperation while providing a faster and cost-effective response to emerging aerial threats. Officials say the first weapons from this partnership are expected to be ready within the next year.

Transporters warn of rising looting, call for security escorts

Kenya Transporters Association reported that organised criminal groups have stolen eight coffee consignments over the past two months.

Cameroon soldiers receive prison terms for Ngarbuh attack

The military court handed down terms ranging from five to 10 years for each soldier, following a case that highlighted one of the country’s most notorious incidents in the ongoing Anglophone conflict. A member of a local militia also received prison time for participating in the violence.

KeNHA to remove encroachments at Roysambu ahead of bus park project

This follows a similar operation at Githurai, where illegal structures blocking the road reserve were removed to make room for a modern bus park.

Kakamega police deny receiving notice of Sifuna rally

Western Regional police commander Issa Mohmud stated that his office had not received any written communication regarding the Saturday meeting scheduled at Amalemba Grounds.

Venezuelan Opposition politician freed but questions scope of amnesty

Guanipa, who leads the centre-right Justice First party and previously served as vice-president of the National Assembly, had been in hiding following accusations of terrorism and treason tied to his rejection of the 2024 election results.

Kenyans told to brace for widespread rains and possible floods

High-risk counties include Migori, Nyamira, Bungoma, Kakamega, Embu, Murang’a, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kisii, Narok, Kajiado, Makueni, Machakos, Nairobi, Kericho, Bomet, Taita-Taveta, Kitui, Kwale, Mombasa, southern Tana River, and parts of Kilifi.

Trump signals possible targeted strike on Iran amid nuclear talks

The US has steadily increased its military footprint in the Gulf in recent weeks, signaling readiness as negotiations continue.

PS Sing’Oei engages Ukrainian and Russian envoys on safety of Kenyans abroad

Authorities have reported that some Kenyans have been misled into joining fighting forces through false job offers. Security agencies warn that unemployed youth, former military personnel, and other vulnerable groups are being targeted with promises of high-paying contracts, only to be sent into conflict zones.

CHADEMA calls on AU to investigate Lissu detention, questions Samia’s summit role

CHADEMA called on the African Union to publicly address Tanzania’s electoral process, back independent investigations into reported violations, condemn the use of treason laws against political opponents, and reiterate that political authority must come from citizens’ freely expressed will rather than fear or coercion.

Obado seeks dismissal of Sharon murder case, claims evidence is weak

During submissions filed in court, Obado insisted that criminal convictions must be based on solid facts and not on assumptions, rumours or unverified claims.

Trump unveils replacement 10% tariff after court rejects previous levies

The high court ruled 6-3 that the president had exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), a law from 1977 that allows the executive to regulate trade in times of emergency.

Importing Maize From Zambia, Yet That 40,000 Acre Of Land Is Ours? Joakim Simiyu & Peter Mucendu

Billionaires Are Being Killed In Kenya: Dr. George Njenga

Newbies Murang’a stun KU to advance to the semis of 3x3 basketball

Newcomers Murang’a University of Technology (MUT) knocked them out 17-9 to book a semifinal slot.

Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs in major blow

The justices, divided 6-3, held that Trump's aggressive approach to tariffs on products entering the United States from across the world was not permitted under a 1977 law called the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

Police seek Sh6.76bn to address officer recruitment funding gap - Kanja

Kanja said that the service is targeting to recruit 10,000 police officers every year in order to bridge the current police to population ratio of 1:531 against the United Nations Standard of 1:450, faulting the budgetary limitations, saying it remains a major challenge.

Counties push for sweeping changes to Fisheries Bill to safeguard devolution

In submissions presented before the Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation led by the Chairperson, Kangogo Bowen (Marakwet East), the stakeholders have called for clearer recognition of county governments in fisheries management, noting that fisheries is a devolved function under the Constitution’s Fourth Schedule.

Meja promises fair and inclusive hiring if approved PSC chair

During his vetting by the National Assembly Labour Committee, Meja said the government plans to streamline recruitment by introducing online interviews to reduce human interference, promote fairness, and improve transparency in the hiring process.

Matiang'i is still Jubilee flag-bearer, says SG Ole Kenta

Party leaders, led by Secretary General Richard Ole Kenta, spoke during the official opening of the party’s new county offices in Kisii County on Friday.

Yoon Suk Yeol apologises for martial law, denounces life sentence verdict

In a statement released by his lawyers on Friday, Yoon acknowledged the public impact of his actions, saying he was sorry for the frustration and hardship brought upon citizens by the decree.

Nairobi MCAs approve 21-member team to review County-National cooperation deal

The committee will analyse the contents of the agreement, review its legal and financial impact, assess how it may affect the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 budgets, and oversee public participation as required by Article 196 of the Constitution.

Tullow Oil secures new financing as 2025 cash flow hit by delays

The company says the new transaction strengthens liquidity and allows focus on cost efficiencies and production optimisation.

Sh2.05m worth of drugs, stolen phones seized in Ukunda anti-narcotics raid

The operation, described by authorities as intelligence-led, marks a significant step in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking and organized crime along the coast.

Nanyuki man jailed 35 years for bar murder after beer dispute

The conviction was handed down before Justice A.K. Ndungu, following a robust prosecution led by Counsel Lucas Tanui, Jackson Motende, and Esther Kimani.