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Court to Rule on Kindiki’s Legitimacy as DP on July 31
The latest developments include activist Fredrick Mula seeking to take over a case Gachagua's team wants withdrawn, a move strongly opposed by his lawyer Paul Muite.
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Man appeals 20-year jail sentence for defilement, gets life instead
Ojwang had appealed the initial ruling, arguing that the sentence was too harsh.
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Senate targets abusive county askaris in new law push
A committee led by Wajir Senator Abass Sheikh is reviewing gaps in current laws and considering nationwide standards for recruitment, training, and discipline.
Sports
Fixtures: Club World Cup continues Friday with Chelsea in action
Flamengo, manager Filipe Luis vowed on Thursday that his team will remain faithful to their "fierce, relentless style" as they prepare to face Chelsea in a highly anticipated Club World Cup encounter Friday.
Sports
Kenya to face Tanzania in CECAFA women's decider Saturday
The two sides will meet on Saturday at the Azam Complex Stadium in Dar Es Salaam as Tanzania seek to retain their title, with Kenya eyeing their crown on their rivals perch.
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Kaluma faults constant protests, warns against turning activism into business
Posting on X, Kaluma said Kenya should not become a nation where activism thrives like a business.
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Boniface Mwangi faults judiciary over masking of police suspects in court
Mwangi lambasted judicial officers for enabling what he described as a culture of impunity, criticizing the routine use of masks, hoodies, and jackets to obscure identities in courtrooms.
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EACC reclaims stolen land worth Sh320 million in two counties
The properties, which included government housing units, had been illegally taken over by private individuals in collusion with corrupt public officials.
Global Affairs
Zambia concludes mourning for former President Lungu amid family tensions
Initially extended by nine days to allow for the return of Lungu’s body from South Africa, the mourning period was abruptly concluded after the family halted repatriation, accusing the state of breaching prior agreements related to the funeral.
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Shortlisted candidates for police commission roles set for July interviews
There are eight candidates shortlisted for the position of Chairperson and 11 for the members.
Education and Career
Public universities ordered to retrain teachers ahead of grade 10 rollout
Education officials say the majority of teachers are not yet equipped to deliver the new senior school curriculum, which will focus on three specialised pathways.
Global Affairs
Taiwan detects 50 Chinese warplanes in fresh show of force
Taiwan’s defence ministry confirmed on Friday that the aircraft were detected in the 24-hour period leading up to 6 am, with an additional 24 aircraft spotted later in the day,including fighter jets and drones—engaged in joint air-sea drills with Chinese warships.
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Court orders DCI to probe IPOA-held phone over suspicious messages
Investigating officer Abdirahman Jibril told the court that the phone had been sealed in an official chain of custody envelope in the presence of himself and OCS Talam.
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Raila: Politics crashed the JKIA-Adani deal
Raila revealed that the first JKIA expansion contract was awarded while he served as Prime Minister, but was cancelled after the grand coalition government left office.
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Counties plot national rollout of free school meals
The draft includes school gardens, trained food handlers, sanitation upgrades, and strong community engagement.
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Raila: No matter our disagreements, our country comes first
The retreat, opened by President William Ruto, brought together Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries and senior government officials to evaluate progress under the Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
Education and Career
MPs grill TSC over teacher shortages and skewed hardship pay
MPs have raised concerns over the Teachers Service Commission’s approach to hardship allowances and teacher deployment, accusing it of relying on flawed classifications and ignoring remote areas.
Crime
Officer detained for 21 days over Ojwang’s death as probe unfolds
Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Robinson Ondieki said the matter is of public interest and granted the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) more time to complete investigations.
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Civil society demands UN probe into Kenya’s link to Sudan militia
Rights groups are demanding answers from the Defence Ministry and UN Security Council over allegations that Kenyan-marked weapons ended up with Sudan’s RSF militia.
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Rose Njeri freed as court rules cybercrime case was defective
Her arrest was linked to her role in creating an online platform that enabled citizens to send emails to Parliament’s Finance Committee, voicing their concerns over the proposed Finance Bill, 2025.
Sports
NBA Finals: Game 7 to determine new champion as Pacers thrash Thunder
All in all, it was a game to forget for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who went into Thursday’s Game 6 needing one more win to bring home the Larry O’Brien trophy.
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Senate blocks core of President Ruto’s graft law revisions
Only three out of 12 reservations were accepted, with senators dismissing broader definitions meant to close loopholes involving family ties and perceived conflicts.
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Treasury seeks Sh18.9 billion to cover budget gap as revenue falls short
The funds are intended to address salary gaps, support key sectors like social protection, housing, and security, and ensure uninterrupted delivery of public services.
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10 years, no pay: Counties push small traders to the brink
Tharaka Nithi and Garissa were singled out for failing to clear long-standing bills, with one firm owed since 2014.
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Kenyans mask up today in honour of Boniface Kariuki
Witnesses say two officers confronted him—one slapped him while the other hit him with the butt of a gun. The first officer then raised his firearm and shot him at close range. The officers walked away as protesters tried to question them.
Education and Career
UoN drops out of top 1,000 global universities in new QS rankings
The university has in recent years faced internal leadership disputes and financial difficulties, which may have contributed to its declining performance.
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State House gets Sh3.7 billion boost as rear ends
The third supplementary estimates come amid overall budget increases and cuts to key departments, as the Treasury blames revenue shortfalls on past social unrest and the shelved Finance Bill.
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Three-judge bench to hear petition on Sh4.6 trillion Uhuru-era debt
The case accuses top officials of misusing public funds, but the Attorney-General argues it could interfere with an ongoing audit.
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Tough new road rules: Alcoblow returns, inspections made mandatory
The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days. The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days. The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days.
Crime
Police reservist killed in Sololo ambush as tensions rise in Marsabit
The incident has heightened tensions in the area, which has been under Operation Maliza Uhalifu, a multi-agency security campaign launched in 2024 to curb cattle rustling and restore order in northern Kenya.