Global Affairs
Death toll rises to 78 as flooding ravages Texas, dozens still missing
Governor Greg Abbott confirmed an additional 10 deaths across other counties and said 41 individuals were still unaccounted for.
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Kenya, UK ink climate pact to cut emissions by 35 percent by 2035
Beyond energy, UK-Pact support has also extended to forest conservation efforts.
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Masengeli says CBD is open as roadblocks, checks disrupt Nairobi movement
The checkpoints forced commuters to walk long distances, with some reporting being stranded after public transport vehicles were blocked from entering the city.
Health and Wellness
Sh58.5 billion polio boost targets Kenya’s urban vaccine gaps
The fresh investment will support various activities, including vaccine delivery, surveillance, emergency interventions, and awareness campaigns in countries considered high-risk.
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Passaris shelves public order bill, calls for dialogue on civil freedoms
Appearing before the Administration and Internal Security Committee last week, Passaris defended the Bill, arguing that recent violent protests, including arson and looting on June 25, made it necessary to establish clearer rules.
Global Affairs
Israel launches first strikes on Houthi Sites in Yemen since Iran truce
Ahead of the strikes, IDF spokesperson Avichay Adraee issued a warning in Arabic urging civilians to leave the targeted sites, including the ports and power plant.
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Wetang’ula’s active political role raises alarm over Speaker’s impartiality
During several stops across coastal counties, Wetang’ula has delivered highly charged speeches echoing Kenya Kwanza’s agenda and countering the opposition’s “One Term” campaign
Education and Career
Teachers in hardship areas sue TSC over exclusion from promotions
The association argues that the decision denies these teachers their rightful career progression opportunities in the 2024–2025 financial year.
Global Affairs
US deports eight men to South Sudan after court ruling
So far, the US has deported individuals to El Salvador and Costa Rica, and reports suggest talks with Rwanda, Benin, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Eswatini and Moldova.
Business
KRA granted powers to pursue non-resident taxpayers
This adjustment means that the KRA’s authority now covers third-party enforcement mechanisms such as agency notices and financial intermediary obligations even for individuals and businesses that are not physically present or permanently established in Kenya.
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Raila leads saba saba tributes at Kamukunji, urges national reflection
He stressed the importance of Kamukunji in Kenya’s political history, calling it the birthplace of major movements.
Global Affairs
Khartoum slams UAE for backing RSF, distorting global narratives
Sudan pointed to recent diplomatic meetings held by the Non-Aligned Movement in New York, accusing the UAE of trying to suppress solidarity with Sudan and block any reference to RSF as a rebel group.
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LIVE: Scenes as Kenyans mark Saba Saba 2025
Heavy security was deployed in Nairobi and across major towns.
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Power struggles, clan rivalries fuel Guyo’s impeachment battle
Despite a court order halting the impeachment process until a case filed by Guyo is heard, the Isiolo County Assembly moved forward with the motion.
Global Affairs
Peru President doubles salary despite 2% approval and public rage
Boluarte took office in December 2022 after former president Pedro Castillo was impeached. As the vice president, she assumed leadership under constitutional succession.
News
Nairobi CBD cordoned off as police brace for saba saba protests
Roadblocks were mounted on various stategic places , Thika Road at Pangani, Mombasa Road at Nyayo Stadium, and Ngong Road at the City Mortuary junction.
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Kenya Railways reschedules night Madaraka express to 8 am after fault
Passengers who had tickets for the disrupted journey were directed to report to the Mombasa Terminus, with their original tickets still valid for the revised time.
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Audit uncovers Sh6.6bn irregularities in school infrastructure projects
An audit report has revealed numerous flaws, including incomplete and poorly done works, unexplained delays, and breaches of procurement laws in the construction of classrooms, laboratories and sanitation facilities.
Global Affairs
7/7 anniversary: King Charles calls for unity and respect across faiths
Explosions on three underground trains and a double-decker bus killed 52 people and injured more than 700, in one of the deadliest terror incidents in the UK's history.
News
Hijacked and violent: Nairobi MCAs distance themselves from saba saba protests
Calling themselves “Leaders of Progress, Not Protest,” the MCAs said they will begin naming individuals they accuse of orchestrating the violence and unrest during the protests.
News
Madaraka Express night service temporarily suspended
No further details were given about the nature of the technical issue or when the service would resume.
Sports
Kenya waives visa fees for CHAN, AFCON visitors
Uganda has already rolled out a similar visa waiver, while Tanzania is expected to follow soon.
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Police warn against violence ahead of Saba Saba protests
The police also warned against any attempts to enter protected government premises or restricted areas, stressing that such actions fall under the Protected Areas Act and will lead to immediate legal consequences.
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Human rights bodies condemn attack on KHRC, demand action
The groups expressed concern over the intimidation of journalists who were covering the event, saying it was a direct assault on media freedom and called for protection of journalists against threats and violence.
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Uchaguzi centre: IEBC targets 2026 start for new Sh3.5 billion office
Marjan explained that the new office would help the Commission cut down on high recurrent expenses, including rent and hiring of external venues for meetings, training, and material storage.
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IEBC shuts down voter portal for system upgrade
The commission assured Kenyans that the registration data of 22,120,458 voters, collected during the 2022 General Election, remains secure and will not be affected by the ongoing migration process.
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Fear of unrest forces school closures before saba saba
The Education Stakeholders Association of Kenya has expressed concern over the growing number of school closures triggered by protest-related fears.
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CS Murkomen: Right to protest must not be used to justify chaos
The CS criticised those he said were hiding behind constitutional rights to incite unrest for political gain, warning that such actions not only threaten peace but erode national progress.
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Passaris claims foreign forces behind protests ahead of Saba Saba
Passaris warned that while those behind the unrest stay safely abroad, it is young people in Kenya who end up facing harm during the demonstrations.
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108 Eritreans abandoned at Kenya-Uganda border in suspected human trafficking
The group, which includes men, women, and minors, was found stranded in the remote area after being dropped off by unidentified individuals using two buses.