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Garissa’s new 400-bed mother and child hospital to transform regional healthcare
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Garissa’s new 400-bed mother and child hospital to transform regional healthcare

Governor Nathif Jama said his administration had allocated funds for what he described as “one of the most important health investments in a generation,” crediting the project with the potential to ease chronic congestion at Garissa Referral Hospital and reduce preventable deaths among mothers and infants.

Leadership, financial gaps hit Garissa University, audit finds
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Leadership, financial gaps hit Garissa University, audit finds

The audit, conducted by Auditor General Nancy Gathungu for the period ending June 30, points out that the university has been functioning without a substantive chancellor since February 2022. During this period, the vice chancellor has only been serving in an acting role, leaving the university without permanent leadership at the top.

Ketraco warns Sh49bn shortfall could stall key electricity projects
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Ketraco warns Sh49bn shortfall could stall key electricity projects

The delayed funding puts at risk projects designed to expand the network, create new transmission routes, and increase the capacity to carry power from domestic sources and neighboring countries. Ketraco says the funding gap could affect lines meant to strengthen areas where the grid is already overloaded and unreliable, highlighting the urgency of these developments.

Omtatah asks court to abolish National Tallying Centre in presidential polls
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Omtatah asks court to abolish National Tallying Centre in presidential polls

Filed as Constitutional Petition No. E757 of 2025, the case challenges the legality of the National Tallying Centre, Section 39 of the Elections Act, and Regulation 83(2). Omtatah says these provisions create extra layers of verification at the county and national level, grant powers to County Returning Officers and the IEBC Chairperson to re-check or change results, and delay public access to election outcomes. He insists these measures contradict the Constitution and invite unnecessary interference and delays.

Sakaja explains reason behind hospital account shift to Sidian Bank
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Sakaja explains reason behind hospital account shift to Sidian Bank

Sakaja noted that the county followed the law, stating that the Public Finance Management Act does not tie counties to specific banks, allowing them to choose an institution that best supports their operations. He added that interest rates offered by the previous bank were not favourable, which pushed the county to look for a better offer.

Kitui's CEC death linked to heart fluid build-up, no foul play involved
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Kitui's CEC death linked to heart fluid build-up, no foul play involved

Family doctor Ancient Kituku, who observed the examination, said Nzilani’s heart “burst and leaked a lot of blood,” causing pressure that prevented it from functioning properly. This condition, known as cardiac tamponade, occurs when fluid or blood gathers in the sac around the heart, stopping it from pumping effectively.

IEBC rejects claims of election interference ahead of Magarini poll
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IEBC rejects claims of election interference ahead of Magarini poll

The statement comes in response to a letter from Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua, dated November 24, 2025. Gachagua had alleged that a senior IEBC officer was obstructing or influencing the by-election process. IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon confirmed the letter had been received and the issues thoroughly noted.

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