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Sugar mill leasing sparks uproar in Senate

While the State says the plan is meant to revive the struggling firms, senators argue that the process lacked transparency.

Land disputes and drug abuse linked to rising GBV cases in Kirinyaga

This came to light during a public participation forum hosted by the Presidential Task Force on GBV at the Kirinyaga Central CDF Hall in Kerugoya.

PwC audit uncovers Sh192 million loans held by fired KUSSCO officials

The loans were among red flags raised in an audit conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Benni McCarthy breaks silence on Sancho

The conflict, which began in September 2023, was sparked after ten Hag publicly criticized Sancho's training performance.

Irrigation projects stall over budget slash

CS for water has called the committee to reinstate Sh2.8 billion that was removed from the 2025/26 budget for irrigation projects.

Kafala system fuels abuse of Kenyans in Saudi Arabia- Report

The Kafala system, which links a migrant worker's legal status to their employer, gives sponsors almost complete control over workers' mobility.

Moi University begins downsizing staff, cites financial challenges

The institution attributes the surplus workforce to the return of personnel following the granting of charters to several of its former satellite campuses.

SHA warns employers: Pay health contributions or face jail, penalties

Under the law, all employers including the national and county governments are required to register with the Social Health Authority.

Court drops plea as two face fresh murder charges over Wajir teen’s death

The court’s decision came after a mental health report revealed that one of the accused, Mussa Sheikh Ahmed, was unfit to stand trial.

IDPs still await Sh6.5bn compensation 8 years later

Its been eight years after the High Court allocated Sh6.5 billion for their settlement.

MP Kaluma slams LGBTQ agenda, calls for protection of African culture

The MP called on African leaders to stand firm in defending traditional family values.

Gunshots fired as chaos erupt at Gachagua’s party launch in Nairobi

The chaos erupted on Thursday morning shortly after Gachagua and top officials of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) had left the venue.

Gachagua unveils new party with Malala, Waruguru, and Kamanda in leadership team

The party will be led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala serving as the interim Deputy Party Leader.

U.S. Senate questions Kenya’s loyalty following President Ruto’s China visit

On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, urged caution in dealing with African countries such as Kenya.

Fee hikes threaten to lock out aspiring lawyers

Thousands of aspiring lawyers could soon be priced out of the legal profession.

CS Mbadi rules out parents paying for KCSE exams amid budget row

Mbadi said the suspension of exam funding was temporary and aimed at reviewing how the funds have been used in the past.

African scientists make breakthrough in breast cancer genetics

The research, led by the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience, is the first of its kind to focus on African women living on the continent.

Why many thought Hustler Fund was a handout - CS Oparanya

CS Oparanya told the Senate plenary that the fund, launched shortly after the 2022 elections, was mistaken by some borrowers as a reward rather than a loan facility.

Halle Bailey gets restraining order against ex-boyfriend DDG

According to court documents filed in Los Angeles, Bailey detailed a pattern of abuse, including a violent incident in January 2025 during a custody exchange.

132 senior police officers to be promoted

The ongoing interviews, which started on Tuesday and will conclude on Thursday.

Zari Hassan blasts women trying to connect with her sons

Zari strongly criticized women reaching out to her in an attempt to get close to her sons.

Nairobi County clamps Freemasons’ Hall over Sh19 million land rates

County officials stated that the enforcement followed legal procedures, including the issuance of demand notices and public warnings to the property owners.

Murkomen reveals lack of data as only 13 missing persons reported this year

Murkomen’s statement comes as the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) continues its investigations into abductions and enforced disappearances.

Labour court suspends move to deregister water union

Tribunal halts Lang’ata housing project over environmental concerns

According to Omtatah, the site is part of a 120-metre-wide Trans-African Transport Corridor Road and Rail Reserve, already hosting the Southern Bypass.

Sh70 billion borrowed through Hustler Fund, says CS Oparanya

A total of Sh70 billion borrowed from the Hustler Fund since November 2022.

Ethiopia signs Sh219.3 billion investment deals in minerals and energy

In a statement issued on Tuesday night, the ministry said the agreements were signed during a two-day investment conference held in Addis Ababa.

Sh66m funding deficit stalls diaspora agency since 2023

Edu Afya discontinued over double payments – CS Duale

CS Duale said the scheme, which was meant to offer health insurance to students in public secondary schools, had been misused and had become unsustainable.

Revenue dispute halts Senate debate

The formula, which will guide revenue distribution for the next five years, drew sharp divisions among senators.