Health and Wellness
306 nursing internships cancelled, 316 restored in Ministry review
Duale affirmed the government’s commitment to fairness and accountability in handling internship opportunities.
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Ruto, Museveni to preside over cross-border steel factory launch
The project is a collaboration between Kenyan investors and Ugandan resources, designed to strengthen cross-border trade and boost local manufacturing.
News
Government taken to court over use of anti-terror law on protesters
The groups say that more than 70 individuals were charged under the Prevention of Terrorism Act without meeting the legal standards required for such serious offences.
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Ruto, Museveni push for cross-border deal to ease pastoralist clashes
The agreement, now in its final stages, is expected to ease long-standing tensions, especially in the conflict-prone Turkana-Karamojong border corridor.
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Court drama as Starlet Wahu murder suspect Matara accuses prison officers of extortion
Matara, who appeared in court in handcuffs, interrupted the session to accuse the officers of demanding bribes from his family.
Business
Ex-CBK boss Nyaoga takes up role on Absa Bank board
His appointment comes after the retirement of two long-serving members of Absa’s board
News
Kenya protests Tanzania’s new tax and business rules
Kenya maintains that its commitment to regional integration remains firm and is anchored in the foundational EAC principles of free movement of goods, people, services, labor, and capital.
News
Trial dates set for officer accused in Gigiri police canteen shooting
The prosecution was given 21 days to submit additional documents, including statements from Corporal Kae, who was injured in the same incident.
News
Senate legal committee rejects bid to scrap public vetting timelines
The proposal triggered sharp exchanges during the committee’s deliberations, with several senators warning it could undermine accountability and open the door to backdoor appointments.
News
Central OCS Talaam placed on half salary as IPOA probes death of Albert Ojwang
In addition to being stripped of official duties, Talaam has been ordered to vacate the government house he occupies.
News
Gov't to seize property linked to drug and alcohol crimes
The CS expressed frustration over the slow progress in the fight against illegal alcohol and drug trafficking.
News
Kenya protests Tanzania’s small business ban, demands EAC action
Kenya’s National Assembly Trade, Industry and Cooperatives Committee chairperson Bernard Shinali joined the calls for a firm response, saying the ban warrants economic retaliation.
Health and Wellness
Duale: Corruption is crippling Kenya’s fight against tobacco
The CS noted that while Kenya has solid laws to regulate tobacco use, corruption has made it difficult to apply them effectively.
News
KETRACO faces Sh13 billion legal risk as MPs query project delays
According to audit reports, the prolonged implementation timelines risk pushing up costs and extending power shortages, particularly in areas counting on expanded electricity access for economic development.
News
Government prohibits alcohol sales in 10 common places
In the new policy by Nacada, alcohol sales are now banned in ten specific locations including homes, restaurants, online platforms, and supermarkets.
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New Nacada policy bars under-21s from alcohol access and promotion
The policy prohibits those under 21 from accessing alcohol outlets, even when accompanied by an adult.
Health and Wellness
Kenya loses 3,400 women annually to cervical cancer as vaccine uptake lags
According to the Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN), Kenya reports about 5,845 new cervical cancer cases each year, with more than 3,000 deaths.
News
MPs reviews law shielding Kenyatta and Moi estates from inheritance tax
Inheritance tax is widely used to redistribute wealth, reduce inequality, and increase state revenue.
News
IEBC: Why you can't recall your MP now
IEBC chairperson Erastus Ethekon said the Commission supports this right in principle, but cannot act beyond what the law permits.
News
IEBC insists Kipchumba’s nomination followed party list rules
The Youth League called on the IEBC to revisit the nomination, saying the decision had violated the party’s structure and created confusion within ODM.
Education and Career
MPs demand answers on hardship allowance disparities for teachers
MPs questioned the TSC, accusing it of selectively promoting and deploying teachers to rural schools that attract hardship allowances, while sidelining local educators.
News
AA Kenya wins court battle over Sh27m tax dispute
Justice Patrick Otieno upheld the decision of the Tax Appeals Tribunal, which had earlier found that learners enrolled in AA’s driving school were indeed members of the association, making their fees non-taxable income.
News
Treasury allows duty-free rice imports to bridge supply gap
The move comes shortly after the government had announced plans to reduce rice imports by nearly 50 percent in a bid to promote local farming and reduce the influx of cheaper imports.
News
LSK opposes Passaris proposals, cites threat to Article 37
Article 37 of the Constitution protects the right to peaceful assembly, demonstration, and freedom of expression.
News
Vulnerable Kenyans to receive monthly cash, services under new Law
A key part of the law is the creation of a National Board for Social Protection, which will oversee registration, coordination, and delivery of both cash and non-cash benefits.
News
Ruto signs Conflict of Interest law after standoff with Parliament
The new law repeals the Public Officer Ethics Act and establishes a consolidated legal framework for preventing and addressing conflict of interest in public office.
News
Majority of counties miss budget deadline, risk losing funds
According to the Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o, only 15 counties have so far submitted their 2025–26 financial year budgets.
Global Affairs
Dispute between Egypt and UAE derails Sudan peace talks
At the centre of the dispute was a proposal by the UAE to exclude both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces from any role in a future transitional process.
News
Public pressure on Gov't a sign of progress and accountability, says Lutomia, Youth Advocate
The Youth Advocate said the current administration is different from past ones where top officials could evade responsibility without consequence.
News
MPs back KBC pensioners in Sh3bn row over lost funds, legal fee dispute
Martin Nyongesa, who chairs the scheme, told MPs that by 2018 KBC had failed to remit Sh750 million in staff deductions, a figure that has now shot to Sh3.27 billion.