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Former NCIC VC, Nyutu faults Commission over ouster, cites political witch-hunt

Nyutu said she was blindsided by the commission’s announcement, having learned of her dismissal through a press release.

FBI arrests, extradites Kenyan-based suspect in Washington State killing

The suspect was arrested in Kenya by agents from the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), working in coordination with Kenyan authorities and Interpol.

House Committee wants DCI to probe Lands Ministry over fraud claims

The Committee on Implementation expressed disappointment during a sitting on Tuesday after the Ministry failed to provide clear progress on the enforcement of recommendations from two House reports adopted in the 12th Parliament.

Murkomen defends terrorism charges against protesters, calls out LSK over bail stance

Murkomen took a swipe at the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), accusing it of siding with lawbreakers at the expense of ordinary Kenyans.

New Journalism guidelines get industry support, await MPs’ nod

KUJ Secretary General Erick Oduor described the code as a vital framework to guide responsible, ethical, and professional journalism in the country.

Kordofan emerges as crucial battleground in Sudan's prolonged civil war

The spotlight has turned to Kordofan following airstrikes earlier this month that claimed hundreds of civilian lives.

Tirop murder trial stalls again as prime suspect fails to appear in court

Eldoret High Court Judge Robert Wananda, who had been scheduled to kick off the trial proceedings on Tuesday morning, expressed frustration at the continued delays.

Auditor flags KFS over flawed staff dismissals, legal blunders

The audit also exposed further legal failures, noting that KFS had paid Sh8.17 million in compensation in some cases after failing to attend court to defend itself.

Unrest at Nakuru Girls forces immediate school closure

The incident, which unfolded shortly after evening prep on Tuesday night, saw a group of students breach the examination room and vandalise key school facilities.

Ruto to Maraga: You can’t lead a country you don’t believe in

President expressed disbelief at Maraga's comments, especially considering his long service in public office.

Ruto unveils Sh44 billion market deal to fund landmark Stadium, push economic reform

President Ruto described the Sh44 billion raised as a milestone that affirms Kenya’s ability to tap local markets to finance large-scale projects.

Treasury releases Sh7 billion to counties for local climate action

The programme is designed to strengthen local capacity to respond to climate shocks and natural hazards through community-driven initiatives.

Why KWS is targeting a park fee hike to sustain conservation

KWS oversees about 20 per cent of Kenya’s land, including 24 national parks, 29 national reserves, and 215 community conservancies.

Nairobi Water loses Sh8.5bn to unbilled supply

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu, in her report for the year ending June 30, 2024, exposed that the company is operating at a negative working capital of over Sh3.4 billion.

Selective demolitions? Senate puts CS Wahome on the spot

Wahome defended the government’s approach, saying the ongoing Nairobi River clean-up targets areas with high pollution levels, not specific locations or communities.

National Assembly passes tough new law to curb gambling addiction

The law introduces strong restrictions on advertising, including a ban on using celebrities and public vehicles to promote gambling.

Public trust eroded as Gov't strays from its promises, says Muluka

Muluka blamed the administration’s collapse in delivery on a leadership team obsessed with luxury, showmanship, and internal competition.

Where’s the money? Treasury PS faces fiery Parliamentary probe

In the audit of the State Law Office for the 2022/23 financial year, Auditor General Nancy Gathungu found that Sh116.83 million was collected from 15 out of 34 gazetted marriage centres.

Nairobi MCAs rage at city MPs over presidential event lockouts

The MCAs insisted they play a crucial role in city governance and deserve to be treated with the same honour as MPs when the President visits Nairobi.

MPs slam Energy Ministry over costly fuel despite Sh1.4 trillion G-to-G deal

Committee chairperson and Nyatike MP Tom Odege criticised the ministry for failing to deliver relief at the fuel pumps, saying Kenyans have not felt the impact of the G-to-G agreement.

US strikes major trade pact with Japan as tariff threats ease

Following the April declaration, the tariff plan was suspended for 90 days in response to global market disruptions, giving Japan's trade team time to engage Washington in talks.

Judiciary fails to spend Sh520m in development budget

The shortfall came as the Judiciary raised concerns over a funding crisis, saying it was receiving less than half of its annual resource needs from the Exchequer.

Why Gen Z’s “amorphous” activism is shaping Kenya’s future

Wako, on Wednesday said that the leaderless and partyless nature of the current youth movement is intentional and strategic.

Activist Wako: By-Elections will reveal collapse of traditional party influence

IEBC over the weekend revealed that their immediate priority is organizing 23 by-elections across the country, which include six constituencies, one Senate seat, and 16 Member of County Assembly (MCA) positions.

Gaza hunger crisis deepens as 15 more, including infant, die of starvation

Three of the others were children, including 13-year-old Abdulhamid al-Ghalban, who died in Khan Younis in the south.

16 missing in Kilifi as cult investigation unfolds

According to detectives, some of the suspects in custody have revealed that the number of victims may be higher than initially thought.

Nigeria Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan barred from Parliament despite court order

According to the Senate's standing orders, a suspended lawmaker is barred from accessing the parliamentary complex until the suspension period lapses, in this case, September.

Ministry of Health unveils new rules to fix nursing internship mess

Among the key interventions is the introduction of a centralised digital platform that will manage the submission of internship applications.

US House Speaker halts proceedings to delay Epstein files vote

Last week, Trump instructed Attorney General Pam Bondi to request the release of all relevant grand jury testimony in the Epstein case.

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