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Cooperatives face deregistration as Oparanya enforces reforms

National registration opens for youth climate service program

The national registration portal opened recently and will remain active for 10 days, allowing youth from all 47 counties to apply.

Haliburton the hero as Indiana Pacers win dramatic game 1 of NBA final

Tyrese Haliburton scored with 0.3 seconds left for Indiana's first and only lead of the game, and the Pacers, the last-minute comeback kings of these playoffs, did it again to beat the Thunder 111-110 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night.

Bribe offer exposes failed murder plot on 82-year-old patient in Kisii

Police report that a medical intern was offered a bribe of Sh10,000 by people sent by the nurse to inject the elderly man with a dangerous, unknown drug.

Heavy tax burden on tea sector draws fire from Senators

CS Mbadi stated that there is no double taxation within the tea sub-sector. He emphasized that any tax applied to tea at any stage of the value chain is consistent with other sectors, ensuring a fair and equal taxation system.

Ministry admits to Sh64 billion school debt as funding crisis worsens

Appearing before the National Assembly Education Committee, Ogamba admitted that the ministry has not been able to track the exact amount but did not dispute the figure raised by lawmakers.

Tree locusts ravage vegetation in Turkana South

The locusts, spotted earlier this week in Lochwa-ang’ikamatak, Kanaodon, and Lokapel, have attacked vegetation, including acacia and fruit trees, as well as the invasive Mathenge plant.

History made as first woman to lead Kenya Rugby Union named

Harriet Okach was named as the new Chairperson to serve the remainder of the current term, which was vacated by ex-chair Alexander Sasha Mutai who stepped down on Friday, 30th May at the RFUEA Grounds during a Special General Meeting.

Teen Crisis: Over 1,000 pregnancies in Lamu as leaders ‘fail girls’

The two rights groups say the sharp rise in pregnancies puts the lives and futures of hundreds of girls at risk and signals serious failure by both national and county leadership.

Ex-Sri Lanka cricketer charged for match fixing

The 40-year-old was indicted before the High Court in the southern city of Hambantota on match-fixing charges relating to a local tournament in 2020.

Njeri, detained software developer: ‘This is just the beginning’

On May 30, Njeri was arrested by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations while running errands in South B.

Angata Barrikoi clashes sparked by disputed 2,500-hectare land, says PS Korir

Korir on Thursday explained that the disputed land covers about 2,561.44 hectares and borders the Angata Barrikoi Registration Section (Kipsigis), Tanzania, and Kuria East Constituency in Migori County (Gwitembe).

Gambia to investigate controversial sale of Jammeh’s seized assets

New Bill seeks to stop hospitals from detaining bodies over unpaid arrears

The Health (Amendment) Bill, No. 56 of 2024, sponsored by Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina, seeks to criminalise the detention of dead bodies in hospitals when families genuinely cannot afford to clear medical bills.

Elon Musk says Trump would have lost 2024 election without his help

Musk donated around $290 million (Sh37.6 billion) to Trump’s campaign and other Republican candidates, helping secure victories in the White House, the House of Representatives, and the Senate.

Foreigners paid Sh30m for Kidneys as Kenyan donors got pennies, MPs told

Explainer: What you need to know about the Burundi elections

Although Ndayishimiye is not on the ballot, as his seven-year term runs until 2027, the election is a key test of his leadership and the strength of his party, the Council for the Defense of Democracy–Forces for the Defense of Democracy (CNDD-FDD).

CBK Governor turned away over missing documents in ethnic diversity probe

Court blocks Parliament’s move to exclude counties from road fund

New report flags Kenya as key hub in regional gold smuggling network

A new report by SwissAid reveals that Kenya’s involvement in the illegal gold supply chain has expanded consistently over the last ten years, with the bulk of the precious metal eventually finding its way to the United Arab Emirates, especially Dubai.

Appeals court halts ruling against Nairobi Alcoholic Drinks Control Fund

In its ruling, the court stated, “An interim stay on the execution of the judgment issued by High Court Justice Mugambi on March 6, 2025, is hereby granted until the Court delivers its final decision on November 7, 2025.”

Jonathan Moi’s son demands DNA tests for 19 claimants in inheritance dispute

In his petition, Kiprono insists that the tests are essential to confirm biological ties and guarantee that only genuine heirs are included in the estate's succession process.

KQ writes down aircraft value by Sh3bn over disposals and repairs

The national carrier said the more than tenfold increase in depreciation from Sh214 million in the previous year was due to a significant write-down on its owned fleet.

Murang’a Senator Nyutu slams MPs over IEBC vetting

In a TV interview aired on Thursday, June 5, 2025, Nyutu alleged that MPs failed in their oversight role and acted under pressure from the Executive, resulting in what he termed as a compromised and superficial vetting exercise.

Gov’t considers securitizing HELB, Hustler Fund, and road levy

Principal Secretary Dr. Chris Kiptoo stated that up to 50 percent of the revenue collected from the road maintenance levy will be directed toward the securitization initiative.

Kenya Rugby Union to name new Chairperson Friday following Mutai resignation

Moses Olukohe Ndale and Harriet Achieng Okach will compete for the position of KRU Chairperson.

Kenya backs Invention Studios expansion ahead of global summit

The announcement follows a high-level meeting in Nairobi between Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, Salim Mvurya, and Invention Studios President Nicholas Weinstock.

Nairobi residents alarmed by garbage dumping on Juja, Jogoo Roads

They report that large piles of trash are frequently abandoned by the roadside in several locations, leading to environmental degradation and posing significant health hazards to the local community.

World Bank resumes Uganda funding after two-year halt

The legislation, which includes severe penalties such as life imprisonment and the death penalty, prompted the global lender to halt new financial support in August 2023, citing conflicts with its core values.

Paramilitary raid on Sudan displacement camp leaves 14 dead

The assault struck both a market and nearby residential sections within the Abu Shouk camp.