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Tough new road rules: Alcoblow returns, inspections made mandatory

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Tough new road rules: Alcoblow returns, inspections made mandatory

The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days. The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days. The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 20 Jun 2025

Police reservist killed in Sololo ambush as tensions rise in Marsabit

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Police reservist killed in Sololo ambush as tensions rise in Marsabit

The incident has heightened tensions in the area, which has been under Operation Maliza Uhalifu, a multi-agency security campaign launched in 2024 to curb cattle rustling and restore order in northern Kenya.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 20 Jun 2025

Ojwang' case: Murkomen summoned as MPs discredit IPOA findings

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Ojwang' case: Murkomen summoned as MPs discredit IPOA findings

MPs said the report failed to address key concerns, including the legality of Ojwang’s transfer and the role of top police officials.

By Ann Nyambura 20 Jun 2025

Former TSC boss tapped for Murang’a county job

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Former TSC boss tapped for Murang’a county job

The County Assembly has 21 days to vet the nominees. Meanwhile, the recruitment of her replacement at TSC remains suspended following a legal challenge.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 20 Jun 2025

MPs summon CS Mutua over bias in overseas job placements

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MPs summon CS Mutua over bias in overseas job placements

This was after it emerged that most beneficiaries come from just three counties; Machakos, Makueni and Kitui. The National Employment Authority disowned the process, saying it was handled entirely by the ministry.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 20 Jun 2025

Ruto vows crackdown on schools defying eCitizen directive

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Ruto vows crackdown on schools defying eCitizen directive

Speaking during the Third National Executive Retreat on Thursday, Ruto accused some school heads of resisting the move because they have something to hide.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Concern as Kenya forfeits 5,000 job opportunities in UAE

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Concern as Kenya forfeits 5,000 job opportunities in UAE

Hamdan Global, a top human resource firm tasked with sourcing labor for leading employers in the UAE, voiced concern over Kenya's inability to deliver on the opportunity.

By Brenda Socky 19 Jun 2025

Senators raise concern over outdated medical equipment in Laikipia County

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Senators raise concern over outdated medical equipment in Laikipia County

The Senate Standing Committee on Health toured various healthcare facilities across the county to assess service delivery, infrastructure capabilities, and the condition of medical equipment.

By Brenda Socky 19 Jun 2025

Mandera quarries shut after two workers abducted

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Mandera quarries shut after two workers abducted

The two workers, Martin Musyoki from Nyeri and John Kambua from Sagana, were kidnapped on Wednesday by four armed men believed to be militants.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

LSK to file contempt charges against IG Kanja

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LSK to file contempt charges against IG Kanja

This development, which adds to the growing scrutiny facing the country’s police leadership, was revealed by LSK Council Member Gloria Kimani during a live television interview on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

By Brenda Socky 19 Jun 2025

Two men sentenced to 30 years for aiding Dusit D2 terror attack

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Two men sentenced to 30 years for aiding Dusit D2 terror attack

The court also noted that a third suspect in the case had earlier entered a plea agreement and was convicted in January 2025.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Gen Z pressure forces lawyer to quit police brutality case

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Gen Z pressure forces lawyer to quit police brutality case

Keaton said the volume of calls and messages he received after taking up the case had become overwhelming.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Finance Bill 2025 passed by MPs, awaits Ruto’s assent

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Finance Bill 2025 passed by MPs, awaits Ruto’s assent

The bill now awaits President William Ruto’s assent.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Grief in South C as fire claims lives of three young boys

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Grief in South C as fire claims lives of three young boys

The boys, aged between two and five, were trapped inside their home on the first floor of Huda Apartment along Ole Shapara Road when the fire broke out around 1 am.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Court approves 15-day detention of police officers in hawker shooting case

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Court approves 15-day detention of police officers in hawker shooting case

The two officers, attached to Kileleshwa Police Station, appeared before Milimani principal magistrate Benmark Ekhubi, where the court approved their detention after IPOA and the officers’ defense lawyers reached an agreement.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Two police officers arraigned over Nairobi street vendor shooting

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Two police officers arraigned over Nairobi street vendor shooting

The shooting took place along Moi Avenue during anti-police protests sparked by the death of blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

KNBS backs recognition of Pare and Chuka as distinct tribes

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KNBS backs recognition of Pare and Chuka as distinct tribes

KNBS told MPs that other formerly stateless communities had been recognised, and urged Parliament to act before the 2029 census.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

All Government contracts to go public from July 1

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All Government contracts to go public from July 1

The PPRA has ordered agencies to register by June 30 or risk losing procurement powers. The Treasury has ruled out payments for contracts outside the new platform.

By Rose Achieng 19 Jun 2025

Court orders State to respond in Talaam, Mukhwana detention case

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Court orders State to respond in Talaam, Mukhwana detention case

The court set June 30 for further directions on the matter.

By Ann Nyambura 19 Jun 2025

Mediheal loses court case, to pay Sh422 million for unlawful termination

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Mediheal loses court case, to pay Sh422 million for unlawful termination

The court found that the hospital failed to pay the workers’ salaries for several months, forcing them to resign under pressure — a move ruled as constructive dismissal.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

New Mombasa commuter rail to ease transfers from SGR terminus

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New Mombasa commuter rail to ease transfers from SGR terminus

The new service aims to reduce transfer costs and ease movement for thousands of passengers who have relied on road transport for the final stretch into town. The

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Sh10.7 billion legal claims rock Nairobi County

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Sh10.7 billion legal claims rock Nairobi County

The scandal traces back to manipulated court cases and has triggered a taskforce review of legal bills. County Attorney Christine Ireri says all payments are now subject to strict internal vetting to protect public funds.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Software developer held over Sh57.5. million NCBA bank fraud

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Software developer held over Sh57.5. million NCBA bank fraud

The suspect is accused of altering banking systems to allow fake or unfunded cash withdrawals. The case will be mentioned on June 24.

By Rose Achieng 19 Jun 2025

The billion-shilling tour: Counties choose travel over services

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The billion-shilling tour: Counties choose travel over services

The trips, justified as workshops and benchmarking visits, were flagged as unnecessary and wasteful, especially amid economic hardships and stalled county development.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

UoN to lead Kenya's farewell to Ngugi wa Thiong’o

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UoN to lead Kenya's farewell to Ngugi wa Thiong’o

The event at Taifa Hall will include performances, tributes, and exhibitions of his work, and is open to the public.

By Rose Achieng 19 Jun 2025

Hustler Fund faces storm over Sh8 billion unaccounted for

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Hustler Fund faces storm over Sh8 billion unaccounted for

Cooperatives PS Patrick Kilemi admitted before the Public Accounts Committee that the funds were never requested, citing confusion during the establishment of the MSMEs department.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

David Maraga: I will restore the rule of law if elected president

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David Maraga: I will restore the rule of law if elected president

Maraga, who led the judiciary from 2016 to 2021, cited police brutality, ethnic politics, and corruption as key reasons for his decision, and said he will rely on crowdfunding instead of personal wealth or political handouts.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 19 Jun 2025

Sh8 billion in Hustler Fund not misused, says Cooperatives PS Mang'eni

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Sh8 billion in Hustler Fund not misused, says Cooperatives PS Mang'eni

To clear the matter, Mang'eni promised to provide the Public Accounts Committee with all the necessary documents to prove that the money was not misused.

By Ann Nyambura 19 Jun 2025

SSC-Khaatumo Police arrest 23 suspects in Las Anod gang rape case

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SSC-Khaatumo Police arrest 23 suspects in Las Anod gang rape case

According to the statement seen by Radio Generation, one suspect remains at large, with security forces actively pursuing their capture.

By Yunis Dekow 18 Jun 2025

Book review: “Ink and Scars” by Jasmeen Ahmed

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Book review: “Ink and Scars” by Jasmeen Ahmed

Her hybrid collection of prose poems, fragmented narrative, and raw diary-like entries takes readers deep into the haunted corridors of memory, faith, heartbreak, and healing.

By Yunis Dekow 18 Jun 2025