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City lawyer moves to oust Ruto advisors, demands refund of public funds

Lempaa contends that the public remains uninformed about the actual duties of the advisors and their significance to the country.

Babu Owino seeks update on Kenyan police deployment in Haiti

Owino voiced concern about the well-being of the officers, citing the heightened dangers they may be facing in the troubled Caribbean nation.

Canadian photographer jailed for two years over stolen Churchill photo

Jeffrey Wood admitted to stealing the original print from the Château Laurier hotel in Ottawa sometime between late December 2021 and early January 2022.

Saudi Arabia to permit alcohol sales at 600 locations beginning in 2026

This change is part of the Kingdom’s broader Vision 2030 strategy, designed to position Saudi Arabia as a premier global destination for tourism and international business ahead of high-profile events like Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup 2034.

Aid cuts leave Congolese refugees in Burundi facing starvation and violence

Claude, a former bouncer from Uvira in eastern DRC, fled to Burundi in February to escape escalating violence linked to the M23 rebel group, which is reportedly backed by Rwanda.

Court upholds former IG Koome’s liability in police brutality case

In her decision, Justice Roselyne Aburili affirmed an earlier judgment issued on December 31, 2024, by Justice Jairus Ngaah.

Police issue 72-hour ultimatum to Malala over Kakamega rally chaos

The Western Regional Police Commander noted that DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala failed to inform authorities about the political rally and procession held on Saturday.

Tourists from nations affected by Trump’s tariffs shun U.S. travel

Additionally, travelers from both the UK and the US are showing a stronger preference for local getaways, likely influenced by ongoing economic uncertainty.

HRW reports Uganda’s campaign of hatred and violence against LGBTQ community

Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated that Ugandan officials have engaged in extensive discrimination and violence, while also fueling misinformation and hostility toward LGBTQ individuals following the 2023 law’s passage.

Kirinyaga thieves break into church, consume altar wine

The church's night guard came under criticism for allegedly sleeping while on duty, as the robbery occurred during his shift.

Ghana temporarily closes US embassy amid visa scandal allegations

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa revealed that the decision to shut down the embassy comes after an audit team he appointed uncovered serious irregularities linked to corruption within the diplomatic mission.

Fistula survivor shares experience to raise awareness

Data from the 2022 Kenya Health Demographic Survey (KHDS) shows that Bungoma County records a high number of teenage pregnancies.

Some Kenyan workers should be exempt from SHIF contributions, says World Bank

The World Bank notes that Kenya’s largely informal economy poses a major challenge to contribution-based healthcare funding models like the SHIF.

Petition filed to stop Nairobi’s Green Army project over labour abuse claims

The petitioners, Dedan Rachuonyo and Felix Odiwour, claim the project has subjected workers to inhumane, exploitative and unconstitutional treatment despite being launched by the Nairobi City County government as a job creation and environmental clean-up programme.

Wanyama returns as McCarthy unveils provisional Harambee Stars squad

Head coach Benni McCarthy included Wanyama in the squad released on Monday, marking the midfielder’s first call-up since announcing his retirement from international football in 2021.

Woman accused of poisoning in-laws with mushrooms tells court she loved the victims

She is also charged with attempted murder after her husband’s uncle survived the meal but required an extended hospital stay.

Opposition accuses Ruto gov't of state repression and rights abuses

In a detailed statement, the coalition pointed to a pattern of human rights violations, including abductions, torture, extrajudicial killings, and disruption of peaceful political assemblies.

Gachagua has lost it – MPs halt house, demand arrest over 2007 remarks

Minority Leader Junet Mohamed led the charge, urging security agencies to act without delay.

State’s Sh125bn dilemma over Titanium dip

The State Department for Mining’s 2023-2027 strategic plan outlines an objective to boost revenue from the sector from Sh15 billion in the 2023/24 financial year to Sh125 billion by 2027/28.

Key things about South Korea's snap presidential poll

Yoon Suk Yeol was originally expected to remain in office until 2027, but his presidency came to an abrupt and controversial end.

Two nabbed in Machakos with bhang valued at Ksh7.5 million

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reported that the suspects had hidden the narcotics in ten gunny bags in an attempt to evade detection.

King Charles to deliver historic address to Canadian Parliament

The 76-year-old King, who is undergoing treatment for cancer, made the journey to Canada’s capital at the prime minister’s request, joined by Queen Camilla.

Two sentenced to 28 years in prison for defiling minor in Kilifi

The prosecution revealed that the duo covered her mouth and dragged her into a nearby thicket.

Rickey Bolden to headline 22nd National Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi

The high-level event, organised by Kenya’s bicameral Parliament through the National Assembly and Senate, brings together the country’s top leadership, legislators, religious leaders, diplomats, and invited guests.

TSC CEO search halted after court challenge on constitutionality

Wetang’ula orders urgent probe into MP Koimburi’s disappearance

The Speaker added that detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations had been denied access to the MP at the request of his family.

Five questioned in Koimburi probe as police doubt abduction

Officers on Tuesday said they are planning to question the MP himself “at the earliest opportunity,” but efforts to reach him have been blocked by his family.

Kindiki: Isiolo–Mandera road will transform Northern Kenya

Kindiki said the Sh100 billion project, the longest single road project in Kenya’s history, is now taking shape after years of broken promises by past governments.

1,206 officers dead, 4,569 gone from Police Service since 2022

Kanja revealed that 1,206 officers have died, 326 resigned, and 289 have been dismissed during this period.

Alex Mutua charged with murder of British national, Campbell Scott

Mutua is accused of committing the offence on February 16, 2025, in Pipeline, Nairobi, together with others who are still at large.