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National Lands Commission tops list as State hospitality spending hits Sh11.7bn
The National Land Commission (NLC) accounted for the largest share of the hospitality expenditure, spending Sh1.71 billion during the year under review.
Exclusives
Lawyer Munyeri warns Kenya against hostility towards poorer East African neighbours
The developments have highlighted tensions between domestic efforts to protect jobs and businesses and Kenya's commitments under the East African Community's integration framework
Africa
10 killed, 40 abducted in deadly northwest Nigeria raid
The attack happened on Sunday in Tofa, located in Rabah district, with the assailants also making away with a large number of livestock, according to local resident Hadiyyatullahi Hamisu.
Sports
Ex-Sports PS Kaberia, nine others to face charges over Sh330m CHAN funds
According to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the charges follow investigations by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), which submitted its inquiry file for review.
Politics
Ngirici, Njiru pile pressure on opposition to pick one Ruto rival
Ngirici said the Mt Kenya region should also rethink the political choice it made in the 2022 election, when it largely supported the Kenya Kwanza alliance
Exclusives
Nairobi MCAs’ financial dependence raises oversight concerns, Alai says
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Alai said the financial dependence of MCAs on governors leaves them with little recourse when their salaries are delayed, despite their constitutional role of scrutinising county governments.
Business
Omondi-Achola steps in as Centum CEO after Mworia’s exit
Before joining Centum, Omondi-Achola spent more than 13 years at Kenya Airways, holding senior positions including Chief Transformation Officer, Director of Strategy and Performance Management, Acting Chief Commercial Officer and General Manager of Jambojet
News
Wadid Benaabou begins tenure as France’s new envoy to Kenya
Benaabou appointment as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to Kenya was made through a presidential decree dated August 7, 2026.
Sports
Fiorentina sack Fabio Grosso after three straight Serie A defeats
The 48-year-old was shown the door on Sunday, barely three months after taking charge of the Italian club. Grosso had arrived in June following a successful two-year spell with Sassuolo, but he was unable to turn that form into results at Fiorentina.
Central
Mt Kenya wildfire destroys 8,700 hectares of moorland
More than 800 people have been deployed in the operation, bringing together local communities, Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) rangers and Kenya Defence Forces personnel.
Global Affairs
Ruto praises Meloni as her government becomes Italy’s longest-serving
Ruto recalled his official visit to Italy in April 2026, saying the engagement had helped give fresh energy to relations between the two countries.
News
PS Sing’Oei apologises to Burundians over harassment amid trader crackdown
Sing’oei made the assurance during a visit to the Burundian Embassy in Nairobi on Monday, where he met nationals seeking clarity over their status following President William Ruto’s recent remarks on foreign traders.
Business
New NBO2 data centre boosts Kenya’s digital hub ambitions
The facility was officially launched by Principal Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy John Tanui and Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications Stephen Isaboke.
News
Gov’t opens registration window for undocumented foreigners
Those who present themselves to their respective embassies or high commissions for identification will, during the registration period, be presumed legally present in Kenya.
Counties
Senate puts Governor Bii on notice over Eldoret’s financial woes
The Senate Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations told Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii that Eldoret City cannot rely on limited revenue streams to fund its expanding responsibilities. Senators also raised concerns about the ethnic diversity of the city workforce and asked for clearer plans to improve collections and board composi
Counties
Police failure to arrest Governor Guyo sparks Senate fury
The Senate has escalated pressure on Inspector General Douglas Kanja, asking why police have not arrested Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo to appear before the County Public Accounts Committee. The committee says Guyo has continued public and political activities while the IG sought to reschedule due to a trip to China.
Corridors of Justice
Magistrate Rose Ndombi recuses herself from Mutegi corruption case
Ndombi said she and Mutegi studied law together, were admitted to the Roll of Advocates on the same day and later joined the Judiciary as part of the same cohort.
Business
NSE: Kenyan shares lead investment returns after strong eight months
The strong performance by equities comes against a backdrop of relatively stable monetary conditions in Kenya
News
KRA defends cargo clearance requirements amid stakeholder concerns
The Authority said the requirement for an export declaration when clearing imported goods is not a new administrative measure outside the law, but is anchored in the Tax Procedures Act
Corridors of Justice
DPP closes Rex Masai death inquest after 30 witnesses testify
Appearing before Milimani Principal Magistrate Geoffrey Onsarigo on Monday, Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Jalson Makori told the court that the prosecution had called 30 witnesses and presented 48 exhibits.
