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Governor Mutai gets Senate nod to present ICT proof in impeachment row

UBA Kenya cuts losses, awaits fresh capital injection

The bank’s core capital stands at Sh1.49 billion against the CBK requirement of Sh3 billion by December and Sh10 billion by 2029.

Vehicle assembly in Kenya rebounds after three-year slump

Data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) shows assemblers produced 6,723 vehicles between January and June, up from 5,778 in the same period in 2024.

Blair joins Trump in White House talks on Gaza’s future

The White House said Trump wanted the war to end and wanted “peace and prosperity for everyone in the region.

Bill proposes solar-ready spaces in all new projects

If enacted, the National Construction Authority (NCA), in consultation with relevant government agencies, will identify areas where new buildings must provide space for solar systems.

WHO Africa meeting demands accountability in women and children’s health

Senegal, representing the Global Leaders Network (GLN), called for stronger accountability mechanisms within the African Union.

Engineers push for 10,000 jobs in petition to State

The petition outlined sector-specific job creation proposals, including 1,500 positions in the road sector through proper deployment of resident engineers, 2,000 in the energy sector if local companies are prioritised, and 4,000 in the affordable housing programme.

Equality court convicts Julius Malema of hate speech over 2022 rally speech

Two complaints had been filed against Malema, one by the South African Human Rights Commission and another by a citizen who claimed to have been threatened following the remarks.

Long-distance drivers boycott Mpox program until safety assured

Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDDCA) accused health authorities of sidelining them in decision-making and treating them as test subjects for new health interventions.

Kenya secures historic IUFRO World Congress for 2029

Jane Njuguna, CEO of the Kenya Forest Research Institute (Kefri), said the country’s successful bid was driven by its research capabilities.

Weak La Niña to delay and suppress Kenya’s short rains, forecast warns

The latest outlook from the Igad Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) shows that much of Eastern and Northern Kenya is likely to be hotter and drier than normal.

TikTok launches platform in Kenya to boost music careers

The platform, which was rolled out worldwide earlier this year, serves as a central hub of insights, combining performance analytics, audience data and creative tools.

KNEC announces 2027 as final year for KCSE under 8-4-4 system

The announcement coincides with the opening of the third term of the 2025 school calendar, which runs from August 25 to October 24.

Gunman kills two children, injures 17 in Minneapolis church attack

The shooting, which struck the Annunciation Church in southern Minneapolis, unfolded as dozens of children from a nearby Catholic school gathered to mark their first week back in class.

Kilifi exhumations reach 24 bodies as probe deepens

Authorities also collected scattered human remains and body parts, which will undergo DNA analysis to establish whether they correspond with the exhumed bodies.

Tanzania electoral body bars opposition candidate ahead of October polls

Mpina's disqualification came on the eve of the official campaign period, which begins Thursday, August 28, and deepens concerns over the narrowing space for opposition politics in the country.

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Former County officials tell Senate of money requests allegedly by Governor Mutai

The Senate is expected to continue hearing testimony on Thursday as the County Assembly pursues its case against Governor Mutai over the alleged coercion of officials for financial gain.

CJ Koome: Four judges ousted, 210 judicial staff dismissed since 2010

CJ Koome also highlighted that High Court stations and registries have now been established in every county, unlike before 2010 when they were limited to provincial headquarters and major towns.

Ruto explains why Katiba Day is not a public holiday

On August 25, 2025, he formally announced that August 27 will be observed annually as Katiba Day to serve as a reminder of Kenya’s collective responsibility to “obey, preserve, protect, and implement” the Constitution.

Governor Jama hails transformation of Garissa health sector

Jama cited multi-million shilling investments that have turned local hospitals into centres of excellence.

14 arrested as police probe juvenile gangs in Nairobi’s Umoja Estate

The probe comes after a viral video on social media showing a group of boys engaged in violent clashes, which led to the death of 15-year-old Joshua Kubiti.

Kenyan runner Charles Kipkurui banned 5 years for doping

The AIU says Langat’s ban follows a test on his urine sample which returned a positive result for banned substances

Isiolo Speaker Roba remains in custody as court delays plea

Rob faces charges of obstruction and misuse of county vehicles.

Isiolo Speaker Roba Koto arraigned over misuse of county vehicles and obstruction

The speaker, who has been entangled in a prolonged leadership wrangle in the Isiolo County Assembly, now finds himself at the center of criminal proceedings.

Nairobi forum drives growth of East Africa’s Halal industry

The event, themed “Halal Science, Innovation and Industry”, was hosted at Jamia Mosque’s Multi-purpose Hall and brought together a strong diplomatic delegation.

Ruto declares zero tolerance for fraud in SHA rollout

President Ruto said the government is using digitized systems to expose and eliminate the networks that previously drained public funds through the collapsed NHIF.

From streets to ballot: Boniface Mwangi eyes 2027 presidency

Mwangi, who has long been a critic of poor governance and corruption, used the occasion to invite Kenyans to reflect on the country's 15-year journey since the Constitution was promulgated in 2010.

Audit queries put Kenya School of Government under parliamentary spotlight

Discrepancies in staff remittances amounting to Sh2.3 million were also highlighted in the 2020 audit.

MPs move to cut IEBC costs, calls for in-house lawyers for election petitions

In a report presented to the National Assembly, JLAC highlighted that apart from legal fees, the pending payments include Sh0.36 billion owed to the Postal Corporation for election logistics and Sh0.92 billion in other outstanding bills.