Global Affairs
Refugee families decry new food ration cuts in Daadab camp
Chronic underfunding has plagued the camp for years, but residents say the latest ration cuts are among the harshest
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Jubaland unveils labour reforms, consumer safeguards and major IDP resettlement plan
The plan includes the creation of an inter-ministerial committee tasked with assessing the qualifications and legal compliance of foreign workers.
Education and Career
Sh76 billion owed: Auditor General warns on rising university liabilities
The audit further revealed that six universities recorded operating deficits totaling Sh3.2 billion, meaning their expenditures exceeded revenue.
News
DP Kindiki roots for peace as foundation for development in marginalized areas
KIndiki stressed that peace and unity are critical for development, urging residents to back ongoing efforts to secure lasting stability in the region.
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Sh229 million in County imprests unaccounted for, says Auditor General report
The report shows that some officers held multiple imprests in violation of the Public Finance Management (County Governments) Regulations, 2015.
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Five arrested in Kisii as NACADA seizes bhang worth Sh2 million
Among those arrested is the wife of Geoffrey Nyabira, a fugitive already facing a drug trafficking case at the Kisii Law Courts
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Wakenya tusichome mechi! Ruto's plea ahead of Sunday's clash
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said six official fan zones have been established in Nairobi to curb overcrowding at Kasarani.
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Gov't launches nationwide training for over 8,000 chiefs, assistants
CS Murkomen said the training is in line with President William Ruto’s plan to modernise and reform the security sector
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Kenyan team meets Haiti’s new leader over security mission progress
The violence has fuelled Haiti’s humanitarian crisis. According to the UN, 5.7 million people, more than half the population, face severe food shortages, and over one million have been displaced.
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Officers warned of Sh4m fine, surcharge for skipping E-GPS in procurement
PPRA Director-General Patrick Wanjuki said officers responsible for such transactions are breaching the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015, and warned they will be personally liable for the amounts paid through those deals. “
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Court stops arrest of Nairobi housing chief without warrant
In his ruling, Justice Mwamuye clarified that the orders do not stop police investigations or lawful summons, but strictly prohibit any arrest without a court-sanctioned warrant.
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US report flags extrajudicial killings in Kenya during 2024 protests
The report draws on findings from major human rights organisations, including Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International, which accused police of excessive and unlawful use of force
Global Affairs
Mali arrests French national over alleged spy plot
The man, identified as Yann Vezilier, is alleged to have been operating on behalf of French intelligence
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Leaders warn of growing repression and rights abuses in Kenya
Siaya Governor James Orengo and National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo pointed to recent violations targeting those who challenge the political status quo.
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Ruto nominates Lorionokou, Wahome for ORPP; Onganga picked for KNCHR
Lorionokou and Wahome were selected from a group of ten candidates who had been shortlisted for the two positions
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EACC, South Africa’s Special Investigating Unit forge closer ties in anti-corruption drive
The announcement came during a courtesy call by an SIU delegation at the EACC’s Integrity Centre headquarters, where both agencies pledged to advance their partnership
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Court upholds mandatory retirement age, dismisses challenge
Petitioner Charles Chege Gitau had challenged the regulations that require employees to retire at 60 years or 65 for persons with disabilities.
Education and Career
MPs on the spot over missing Sh4.1bn bursary funds
According to the report, 125 constituencies claimed to have assisted thousands of students, but have failed to provide proof of these payments.
Health and Wellness
Private hospitals give Duale two weeks to clear NHIF arrears
The Rural and Urban Private Hospitals Association of Kenya (RUPHA) expressed growing frustration over the government’s failure to fulfill its promise of payment
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Bill seeks second chance for offenders with minor convictions
According to the Bill, expungement would improve employment opportunities, promote rehabilitation and social integration, and reduce reoffending.
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President Ruto shakes up foreign service with 20 new diplomatic nominations
The changes are part of his administration’s broader effort to improve the country’s diplomatic presence and service delivery
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State to fit long-distance trucks, PSVs with tracking gadgets to curb road carnage
The gadgets will monitor vehicle performance and driver behaviour in real time, with data transmitted to help enforce road safety rules.
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Court blocks Government move to privatise Kenya Pipeline Company
In his Friday ruling, Justice Bahati Mwamuye directed that the National Treasury must not offer, allocate, transfer, dispose of, or in any way deal with any shares of KPC for now
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Transporters decry Illegal county levies in petition to President Ruto
Kenya Transporters Association accuses county administrations of enforcing unlawful fees on trucks using national roads
Crime
Former REREC boss jailed for using fake degree to secure job
The magistrate fined him Sh100,000 or one year in prison for using a forged document, and a further Sh2.9 million, double the amount he unlawfully obtained or two years in jail for fraudulent acquisition of public funds.
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Makotsi: Kenya still trapped between mature and tribal politics
Makotsi said democracy operates on a “winner takes all” principle, which Kenyans must learn to accept while allowing elected leaders the space to serve their terms
Education and Career
Sh496m worth of NG-CDF projects stalled across 29 constituencies
The NG-CDF, designed to channel resources directly to constituencies, supports grassroots initiatives such as school construction, security infrastructure, and bursaries for students from needy families.
News
MPs reject proposal to redirect road maintenance funds
MPs questioned the legal and practical basis for allocating 1.5 per cent of the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF) to the State Department of Roads while retaining 10 per cent for “critical interventions,” warning that it could set a harmful precedent.
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Raila, CoG Chair push for Governors’ pension and medical cover
CoG Chair noted that some cannot even afford basic necessities, including fuel for official duties, and questioned why pensions exist for MPs and an impending law will grant them to MCAs, yet governors are excluded.
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Youth leader, Makotsi defends Senate’s mandate in county governance
Makotsi, who describes himself as a long-time supporter of Raila, said he was disappointed by the former Prime Minister’s recent remarks, which downplayed the Senate’s oversight powers