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Court bars police from arresting blogger Ndiangui Kinyagia
The case will be heard again on July 18.
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Business
New Sh2.6 billion Shimoni fishing port set to boost marine sector
The new port includes a 75-metre by 30-metre jetty and a 135-metre causeway capable of docking two vessels at once.
Technology
Cloudflare gives publishers power to block AI bots and demand pay
Cloudflare’s new tool is aimed at what the company calls “uncooperative” AI bots—those that disregard opt-out signals and continue to scrape websites.
News
Senators push for legal changes to grant municipalities financial autonomy
Kericho Governor Eric Mutai, who appeared before the committee, said the Urban Areas and Cities Act must be amended to allow municipalities to keep and use the revenue they collect.
News
Over 1,000 health facilities shut down for SHA fraud, says Ruto
These facilities, located in Kisumu, Bungoma, Busia, Nairobi, Mandera, Wajir, Kajiado, and Kilifi, were found to be engaged in various forms of malpractice.
News
Ex-MCA files petition to remove Sakaja over gross misconduct
In his petition, Ochar argues that the Nairobi County Assembly has the authority to initiate the impeachment process under Standing Order 213, once the matter is subjected to public participation.
Crime
Mental health concerns grow as suicide cases rise
Within just three days, police recorded five deaths in Siaya, Kajiado, Busia, Kisii, and Nyamira counties prompting fresh calls for early intervention and stronger mental health support.
News
Kenyans still buying counterfeit goods despite high awareness, says report
The Authority estimates that one in every five products sold in the Kenyan market is counterfeit, leading to a loss of about Sh800 billion every year.
Sports
Tragedy as Liverpool forward Diogo Jota dies in road crash aged 28
Jota died in car crash near Zamora, in northwestern Spain, Spanish state-owned TV station said on Thursday.
News
Governors face budget blow as Senate caps recurrent spending
The Senate approved a significant reduction of the expenditure limit for county executives from Sh33.75 billion in the previous financial year to Sh23.41 billion.
News
DCI boss Amin expected in court over activist Ndiang'ui's disappearance
High Court Judge Chacha Mwita issued the directive after the DCI failed to comply with earlier orders to produce the activist dead or alive. Amin is expected in court at 11 am.
News
Authority warns against market allocation in logistics sector
Kemei cautioned that approving quotas for local companies could have serious legal implications and disrupt market operations.
Top Stories
Blogger Kinyagia resurfaces 12 days after disappearance
His return to communication comes after days of public concern and questions about his whereabouts.
Business
AfDB: Kenya losing Sh194 billion annually to graft and tax loopholes
In addition, tax exemptions and incentives are causing a further revenue loss of Sh105 billion each year.
News
Shortage of booklets delays birth certificates across Kenya
According to the KNBS report, Nairobi issued the highest number of birth certificates at 152,433, followed by Kiambu with 67,632 and Kilifi at 62,352.
News
Muslim politicians reject ruling on children born out of wedlock
Wajir Deputy Governor Ahmed Muhumed described the ruling as a form of judicial overreach.
Global Affairs
Microsoft cuts 9,000 jobs as AI reshapes workforce
Microsoft currently employs 228,000 people globally, according to figures from June 2024.
News
Bill seeks age cap and term limits for top police chiefs
According to the Bill, its main objective is to amend the National Police Service Act Cap 84 to introduce an age cap of 60 years for individuals nominated and appointed to the positions of IG and DIG.
Business
IMF concludes Kenya Governance review, report expected by year-end
The outcome of the mission will be a detailed report capturing the team’s findings and offering recommendations to guide the country forward.
Global Affairs
Trump demands immediate resignation of Fed Chair Powell
Trump's latest outburst follows remarks made by Powell during a central bankers’ meeting in Portugal.
Health and Wellness
Kenya gets Sh4.9 billion for vaccines as 15 million children targeted in national drive
Health Director-General Patrick Amoth said the allocation will help end stockouts permanently, with discussions underway to safeguard the money for exclusive use in vaccine procurement.
News
Four dead, dozens missing after ferry capsizes off Bali
So far, 29 survivors have been pulled from the sea, as rescue teams continue to scour the area for the missing.
Global Affairs
Zimbabwe journalist jailed over satirical piece targeting Mnangagwa
Faith Zaba, the editor of the Zimbabwe Independent, appeared in court on Wednesday after being charged with publishing a column titled "When you become mafia state", which prosecutors claim was intended to stir public hostility toward the 82-year-old head of state.
News
Slain hawker to be buried on July 11 as family seeks justice
President William Ruto donated Sh1 million to support the family’s burial plans, as pressure mounts on authorities to charge the police officers linked to Mwangi’s death.
News
After 64 years, USAID shuts down leaving 14 million lives at risk
A damning report by The Lancet warns of the consequences of USAID’s closure, projecting that 14 million people could die globally by 2030 due to the funding gap
News
Sean 'Diddy' Combs acquitted of sex trafficking, convicted on lesser charge
The jury, after 13 hours of deliberation over three days, found Combs guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, each of which carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison.
Global Affairs
Israel urged to seize ceasefire opportunity as Trump backs hostage deal with Hamas
The latest push for a truce comes as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens.
Global Affairs
Qantas investigates data breach impacting millions of customers
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the airline said hackers had infiltrated a third-party platform used by one of its customer support centers.
News
Widow of slain Blogger Ojwang delivers tearful tribute, calls for justice
Fighting back tears, Nevinina Omondi recounted their final conversation and the deep emotional toll his death has taken on her and their young son.
News
KNEC clarifies lost title deed, says missing document linked to Old Kileleshwa plot
This comes just a day after the council publicly announced the loss of a grant title for a parcel identified as LR. No. 209/6900.