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Witnesses described emotional scenes, construction activity, and police intervention as prosecutors build their case over deaths linked to the secluded compound.
The State Department for Cooperatives says it needs Sh15.28 billion for 2026/27, but the National Treasury allocated Sh6.98 billion, leaving an Sh8.3 billion gap. PS Patrick Kilemi warned this may slow cooperative and coffee programmes.
Speaking during International Tea Day celebrations in Kericho County, Kagwe urged tea stakeholders to stop “wasting millions in unnecessary litigation” and instead engage the government through dialogue over the reforms.
Ruto said the intervention is part of wider efforts by the government to strengthen urban transport systems along the Coast and improve efficiency for residents who rely on the crossing for work and business activities.
A 27-year-old man was arraigned in Mombasa after detectives rescued 22 girls in an intelligence-led operation targeting an alleged child trafficking and sexual exploitation ring across Mombasa and Kilifi counties. He denied charges and was remanded.
Ghana has postponed its planned evacuation of more than 800 nationals registered in Pretoria after renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The Ministry cites time needed for screening, flight permits, and coordination with South African officials.
The EFF Youth Command leader argued that elections and free movement across borders do not automatically amount to democracy, saying only a few African countries practice it effectively.
The Kenya Bankers Association says real incomes have fallen 10.7%–12% over five years and proposes a uniform 5% PAYE reduction across all income bands to boost purchasing power, GDP, jobs and MSME lending.
The President also addressed the long-running challenge of squatters and absentee landlords, saying it remains one of the most complex land issues in the region.
Speaking in Mombasa on Thursday during the issuance of title deeds event in the coastal region, Ruto said “the life of Rachel Wandeto will not go in vain,” as he accused unnamed individuals of branding others traitors and weaponizing ethnicity for political gain.
The Safaricom-backed golfer heads into the tournament in high spirits after emerging as the overall winner during the opening leg of the second edition staged in April at Vet Lab Sports Club. Mohit produced a stellar display throughout the event, highlighted by a remarkable hole-in-one that laid the foundation for his victory.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki called for unity and solution-focused leadership during a title deeds issuance event in Mombasa, praising efforts to resolve historical land disputes, absentee landlord cases, and identity card vetting reforms for the Coast.
The petition has been filed by Nairobi-based lawyer Lempaa Suyianka, who is seeking court orders to compel disclosure of how much public money was spent on the 2025 edition and to stop the use of taxpayer funds for the 2026 event.
Speaking in Mombasa during the issuance of title deeds to coastal residents, Nassir said the cooperation between the two political formations was aimed at addressing historical land injustices and delivering practical solutions to wananchi.
Wambua said fuel remains a key driver of the economy and should not be subjected to what he described as excessive taxation due to its central role in production and daily life.
Kenya Women Senators Association (KEWOSA) condemned an alleged assault on two chiefs during a public participation meeting in Kileleshwa, Nairobi, saying they were hospitalised. It urged police and prosecutors to act. Robert Alai denied wrongdoing.
The Teachers Service Commission told lawmakers that the missing allocation is among the major challenges affecting its budget and could disrupt school administration while worsening welfare concerns for teachers already in acting roles.
The ongoing operation has brought together Kenya Red Cross aqua divers, Beach Management Units, and local fishing boats familiar with the channel, all working jointly to scan the waters in a continuous effort to locate the missing persons.
State House officials said the tour is part of ongoing government programmes aimed at accelerating development projects along the Coast while resolving historical land issues affecting many families.
In the ruling, the court declared as irregular proceedings in which a senior prosecutor had been compelled to appear before the Kajiado Law Courts to explain the basis of a decision to charge suspects in the case. Warrants of arrest issued against the prosecutor for allegedly failing to honour the summons were also quashed.
Five Kenyan fighters will feature on the card, with the event bringing together athletes from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan.
Speaking at the team’s residential training camp in Nairobi on Wednesday, federation president Eng. Richard Binga congratulated the athletes who made the final squad, urging them to treat the home tournament with discipline and seriousness.
The National Assembly’s Finance and National Planning committee has started public stakeholder engagements on the Finance Bill, 2026. Consultations run until May 29 as Parliament seeks views on proposed tax measures expected to raise about Sh117 billion.
Isuzu East Africa led the sector once again, selling 2,521 units, up from 2,0 units in the previous year. The company controlled more than half of the market at 53 per cent, strengthening its lead over competitors.
Kenya holds 23-day diesel, 28-day petrol stock, Kinyua says amid supply fears
Bomet head coach Sammy Omollo, known for his strong record in helping teams avoid relegation, credited the success to hard work and good club management, saying player welfare has been key to their improved results.
Muchiri, who also serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Federation of Public Transport Sector, stressed that attempts to reach the Transport Ministry failed, forcing operators to seek intervention from other government officials.
