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Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira told MPs on Wednesday that the review of electricity pricing is unavoidable due to recent shifts in fuel costs, especially diesel, which feeds into power generation.
Security officers say the arrests are part of an ongoing sweep targeting those involved in the incident, with 170 suspects already in custody. Police also recovered more than 200 mobile phones and several weapons believed to have been used during the disturbances, with investigators now working to establish the wider network behind the operation.
Murkomen said the situation has reached worrying levels, with incidents of organised groups allegedly linked to political interests becoming more visible during demonstrations.
Following the review, EPRA announced that Super Petrol in Nairobi will now retail at Sh197,60 per litre, while Diesel will go for Sh196.63 per litre. The changes reflect reductions of Sh9.37 per litre for Super Petrol and Sh10.21 per litre for Diesel.
The watchdog agency confirmed that it has dispatched a Rapid Response Team to the area to begin investigations into the circumstances surrounding the shooting, in line with its legal mandate to probe deaths and injuries resulting from police action.
In a statement, the NPS spokesperson, Muchiri Nyaga, said the decision was taken by the Inspector General to safeguard the integrity of ongoing investigations and ensure accountability in the handling of the incident.
The report also raises concern over questionable transactions, pointing to Sh15.64 billion reflected in bank records but not captured in the cash book. Of this, Sh14.89 billion has remained unresolved since 2008.
In a press statement issued by the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development, Mang’eni said full attendance and participation in the upcoming classroom-based training will be a strict condition for accessing the second batch of Sh25,000 in start-up capital.
The Interior CS said the training programme for police recruits has been deliberately structured to equip officers with the knowledge, skills and mindset required to maintain law and order while protecting lives and property.
MPs challenged Energy PS Alex Wachira over rising fuel prices and stalled Last Mile power connectivity, disputing progress claims and warning of delays in rural electrification across several constituencies.
Speaking during a development tour of Kirinyaga County, Kindiki emphasized the need for respect across the political divide, saying leaders should not be subjected to personal attacks regardless of their affiliations.
Communicating via a statement on their social media platform, Chess Kenya (CK) noted that only those who finished joint 11th at nationals were given a seat at the table and now the champions will represent Kenya at the Africa Youth Championships in Entebbe.
Mudavadi said Kenya is positioning itself as a strategic gateway for Portuguese investors targeting Africa’s fast-growing markets, citing its connectivity and regional integration advantages.
The crackdown, led by County Receiver of Revenue Tiras Njoroge, focused on drivers who bypass official payment systems and instead rely on informal parking attendants commonly referred to as “parking boys.”
The country has not had a top envoy in the US since Ebrahim Rasool was expelled last year after he accused President Donald Trump of trying to "project white victimhood as a dog whistle".
In its inaugural statement dated April 14, the newly elected LSK Council said it would act as the “statutory guardian of the rule of law,” cautioning that institutions entrusted with justice were under strain.
A Mombasa court has ruled Pastor Paul Mackenzie and 30 co-accused must answer 191 murder charges in the Shakahola case, after 121 witnesses and forensic evidence established a prima facie case.
The regulator seeks to curb risks linked to ride-hailing apps, GPS tracking and profiling. Stakeholders have until May 15, 2026 to submit feedback on proposed rules covering data protection policies, cross-border transfers and compliance requirements.
In a press statement read by DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday, the leaders claimed Kenya’s energy value chain had been turned into “a criminal enterprise,” linking recent fuel price increases to alleged manipulation of government-to-government oil arrangements and emergency procurement processes.
He said the project will “significantly ease movement of people and goods.” He also announced electricity expansion for 28,000 homes, a new stadium, and upgrades to Suneka Airstrip to improve transport and trade.
The President also defended the government-to-government fuel import arrangement, saying it had strengthened supply and protected the country from shortages experienced elsewhere
Lesiyampe said the shortage has been felt most in busy areas such as maternity and paediatrics, where patient demand often goes beyond what available staff can manage.
MP Nyoro has urged urgent cuts to fuel taxes and higher subsidies, accusing the Kenyan government of inaction, opaque pricing and a flawed G-to-G fuel deal that keeps pump prices high.
The petition under review was submitted by Anselm Mwadime, who is seeking changes to the classification of the Tsavo parks. The ministry maintained that such changes would interfere with conservation systems and long-term ecological stability.
In a notice issued on Wednesday, the company said the adjustment followed an internal review of its operations in light of changing economic conditions.
The dispute also focused on a requirement that bidders submit audited financial statements for 2023 and 2024, which had to be certified within three months before the closing date. The board said the wording of the clause was confusing and could be interpreted in different ways.
The National Police Service said internal processes to document and review the incident had already begun, alongside independent investigations.
Speaking exclusively to Radio Generation on Tuesday, KKF president Eng. Richard Binga said the event reflects Kenya’s growing strength in karate and its ability to host major international competitions.
Members of the committee, including Igembe Central MP Daniel Kiili Karitho, Kilome MP Thaddeus Nzambia, Sotik MP Julius Sigei, and Lunga Lunga MP Chiforomodo Mangale Munga, raised concern over failure to comply with ethnic balance requirements in staffing, delays in release of scholarship funds, and lack of insurance for institutional assets.
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya warned that fuel prices rising above Sh200 per litre were placing severe pressure on households and businesses.