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The Government has dispatched police and military helicopters carrying medical personnel and Red Cross staff to assist in the ongoing search and rescue operations.
Speaking to mourners, Uhuru highlighted Ireri’s unwavering support and encouragement, especially over the past year, when he and others faced both personal and health challenges.
LSK President Faith Odhiambo described the experiences of Jane Pariwat and a 17-year-old boy only identified as FST as alarming, noting that both individuals suffered at the hands of those meant to protect citizens and uphold the law.
Canada, Norway, and the United Kingdom indicated their continued engagement with Tanzanian authorities, expressing hope that dialogue and restraint will prevent further escalation. They stressed that safeguarding human rights and promoting trust in the political process are essential for long-term stability in the country.
This is not the first time Parliament has raised concern over misinformation. Just days earlier, the National Assembly released a separate statement noting that false Bills were being shared on social media, some presented as if they were recently passed by the House. The statement, issued on October 22, 2025, pointed out that digital tools were being used to create convincing imitations of official documents.
The disaster has primarily affected Korou Sub-Location, with the worst-hit areas being Kakibigen and Morror, where at least two fatalities have been confirmed. Homes have been swept away, forcing residents to flee for safety as rescue operations continue.
The association explained that the Health Ministry’s pending liabilities cover several subsidy and maternal health programmes, including Sh2.12 billion for Linda Mama, Sh1.42 billion under the programme for orphans and vulnerable children, Sh289 million for older persons and persons with severe disabilities, and Sh4 billion for indigent households under the universal health coverage roll-out.
In its announcement, the Commission explained that the matter will not be handled internally alone. It will invite the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to carry out independent reviews over what the Commission described as suspected financial issues. These external probes will run alongside the internal disciplinary proceedings.
According to Ogamba, the government has already paid Sh4.3 billion as the first part of the 2021–2025 CBA and an additional Sh2.73 billion as the second part. He said the remaining Sh2.73 billion is set to be cleared in the coming financial year as originally planned.
The remarks came shortly after Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen issued a gazette notice confirming a six-month waiver on all charges related to ID replacement and correction of information. The directive, which took effect immediately, was issued under the amended Registration of Persons (Amendment) Rules, 2025.
The result cements Suluhu’s position at the helm of the East African nation, extending her leadership following her succession of the late John Magufuli in 2021.
The decision follows intense fighting in El-Fasher, the last major city under SAF control in western Sudan. After a prolonged siege, the RSF seized the city, triggering reports of civilian abuses that UN investigators describe as ethnic cleansing targeting non-Arab populations. Analysts say the violence is part of both parties’ strategy to retain control after losing legitimacy in the 2021 coup.
The payment arrangement follows advisory input from the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and weeks of pressure from university unions demanding that the government honour the negotiated terms. Staff had accused authorities of delaying obligations contained in the collective bargaining agreements, saying the situation had left many workers struggling financially.
UNHCR teams say more than 60,000 civilians have already fled towards Tawila, about 80km away, as fear rises and reports of executions and abuse emerge. Eujin Byun from the UN refugee agency said new arrivals are sharing distressing testimonies of rape and other atrocities, while aid workers struggle to offer them food, shelter and medical care.
The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) confirmed reports of at least ten fatalities in Dar es Salaam, Shinyanga, and Morogoro. OHCHR spokesperson Seif Magango called on security forces to “refrain from using unnecessary or disproportionate force, including lethal weapons, against protesters, and to make every effort to de-escalate tensions.”
In the notices, the Commission confirmed that Mitkei and Tembelio Wards will not have ballots cast. The two areas were declared uncontested, meaning the nominated candidates will take up their seats without undergoing a competitive vote, a process permitted under election rules where only one valid candidate is presented.
The decision was made after investigators asked for more time to complete crucial inquiries into the shooting of Constable Hassan Lolkidid on October 29, 2025 at Mikiti area in Mai Mahiu Township, Naivasha sub-county. The four officers; Jim Murithi, Emmanuel Sang, Antony Wang’ombe, and Joshua Keter, are all based at Mai Mahiu Police Station.
CS Ogamba said the council’s approved recurrent budget for the 2024/25 financial year allocated Sh5.9 billion for national assessments and examinations. Out of this, Sh3 billion was designated for the KCSE exams, Sh2 billion for the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), and Sh900 million for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA). However, the total requirement stood at Sh12.72 billion, creating a funding gap of Sh6.8 billion.
According to Central Bank of Kenya records, diaspora remittances reached $5.8 billion (Sh749.4 billion) in 2024, with a large share used to cover household expenses, including medical costs.
The directive was formally communicated through a special gazette notice dated October 31, 2025, signed by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. The notice states that the waiver takes effect immediately and applies to all citizens seeking a replacement of their national ID cards.
Following the operation, LSK issued closure notices dated October 23, 2025 to offices found operating contrary to the law. The Society said such activities breach legal and professional standards and cannot be tolerated. It added that the action marks a continuation of wider efforts to protect the public and ensure that anyone offering legal services is properly trained, verified and licensed.
Trump announced the decision ahead of a scheduled meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping, arguing that nuclear testing was needed to “balance power” against rival nations. The US last carried out a nuclear test on September 23, 1992, under the administration of George H. W. Bush.
The operation brought together officers from NACADA, the National Police Service and local administration teams under the Rapid Results Initiative ordered by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.
Many residents are salvaging what little they can from damaged homes. Water and food supplies have become scarce in some places, forcing families to rely on emergency assistance. With roads cut off and communication networks down, relief efforts have been slow and dangerous.
The Regularisation of Unauthorised Developments Regulations, 2025 set out a detailed system for developers to apply for approval of buildings that were constructed without proper permits or that deviated from approved designs. The framework seeks to end years of unplanned construction that have left many neighbourhoods exposed to unsafe structures and poor infrastructure.
He told residents in Kasipul that the decision made by President William Ruto and the late Raila Odinga was clear, and leaders must follow it without breaking ranks.
The Committee determined that while Gor had engaged third-party vendors to manage ticketing and access control, the club retained a non-delegable duty of care to ensure safety, order, and effective supervision during official matches.
The suspects, Peter Muriithi, Catherine Kinyua, Lilian Njeri, and Samuel Mbuthia were nabbed in Marimanti, Tharaka Nithi County, after fleecing their victim under the guise of SHA membership registration.
The International Federation of Red Cross further reported that more than 740,000 children are malnourished, including nearly 179,000 facing severe malnutrition. Over 109,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women are also in need of urgent nutrition and health services.
Speaking during a press briefing in Nairobi on Friday, UASU Secretary General Constantine Wesonga said the decision followed extensive deliberations by the union’s top organs, the National Executive Committee (NEC) and the National Delegates Conference (NDC).