Justice Ndung’u said she accepted the nomination “with humility and gratitude,” adding that she is “proud to do so as a Kenyan dedicated her professional life to the service of Justice and the global and the protection of human dignity.”
David AbonyoRuto said Kenya supports a justice system anchored on independence, impartiality and credibility.
Chrispho OwuorLady Justice Aluoch noted that Africa has 33 voting states, Latin America 28, Eastern Europe 20, Western Europe 25, and Asia-Pacific 19, making a total of 125 countries involved in choosing judges.
Chrispho OwuorThe seat became vacant after the death of former Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno, who died in a helicopter crash at Chepkiep village in Mosop sub-county, Nandi county
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Cabinet Secretary said one of the government’s flagship programmes, the Hustler Fund, has so far reached more than 27 million Kenyans through collateral-free digital loans of up to Sh150,000.
David AbonyoThe CS said 19 of the cases involved betting and lottery advertisements that failed to comply with rules governing age limits, disclosure obligations, and watershed restrictions meant to protect children from harmful exposure.
Chrispho OwuorAccording to the schedule, Taita Taveta County delegates elections will be conducted first on Friday, May 22, 2026. Nyando Branch delegates elections will follow on Friday, May 29, 2026, while Kisumu County delegates elections are set for Friday, June 5, 2026.
Chrispho OwuorNational Treasury has set aside Sh2.9 billion for police recruitment in 2026/2027, but Inspector-General Douglas Kanja says the National Police Service needs at least Sh6.7 billion to hire officers before the 2027 election.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe attack took place near Omar Jillo Centre along the Mandera-Arabia Road in Mandera County, an incident that has raised concern over growing insecurity in the region and fears of retaliatory violence between communities.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iAt the centre of the turnaround is Sh1.54 billion in rent arrears owed by Huduma Kenya for occupying PCK premises between 2013 and 2015.
Maureen KinyanjuiOfficials from the State Department told MPs that the Sh800 million allocation was meant to support a pilot phase of a digital system designed to manage compensation claims for victims of wildlife attacks.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe court released each suspect on a cash bail of Sh300,000 or an alternative bond of Sh1 million with a surety of a similar amount. The matter will be mentioned for directions on May 26, 2026.
Chrispho OwuorThe Senate argues that the documents were not tabled before senators during the impeachment hearing and only appeared later in court after the process had already been concluded.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe planned money was set to support major initiatives such as South Lokichar Oil Field Development, which was to receive Sh5.519 billion, Upstream Oil and Gas Exploration at Sh1.405 billion, LPG Distribution and Infrastructure under the BETA programme at Sh991 million, the Lokichar-Lamu Crude Oil Pipeline project at Sh710 million, and petroleum exploration activities in Block TI worth Sh.250 million.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iInspector General Douglas Kanja said about 10,000 recruits are currently in various police training colleges, forming part of a wider push to boost operational readiness before the elections.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iPrincipal Secretary Kipronoh Ronoh said the agriculture sector continues to face pressure from delayed funding, rising operational costs and increased demand for subsidised farm inputs and extension services.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe concerns emerged during a session of the Special Funds Accounts Committee held at Bunge Towers on Tuesday, where lawmakers scrutinized the Fund’s operations as part of an ongoing review of Auditor-General reports covering the 2020/2021 to 2024/2025 financial years.
Bradley BosireThe proposed law, currently before the Senate Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights Committee, seeks to consolidate Kenya’s fragmented referendum laws into a single legal framework governing constitutional, county and public interest referenda.
Bradley BosirePolice further noted that they are now reviewing whether the gang could be behind a string of recent attacks reported in Nakuru and surrounding areas, pointing to a possible pattern of coordinated crimes.
Bradley BosireSpeaking before a National Assembly committee during deliberations on the 2026/2027 budget estimates at County Hall, Parliament Buildings, the legislator faulted security agencies for failing to protect civilians despite the heavy deployment of security personnel in the area.
Bradley BosireJubilee Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni urged rival political formations to unite, arguing that continued division could worsen youth frustration over jobs and inclusion. Speaking on Radio Generation, he linked stability to better economic outcomes ahead of 2027.
Chrispho OwuorGachagua also turned his criticism to Kenya’s diplomatic engagements, faulting recent visits by global leaders in Nairobi, including the UN Secretary-General and the President of France. He accused the government of staging such visits for political gain rather than focusing on pressing national issues.
David AbonyoPresident William Ruto said Africa must fund its own transformation by mobilising domestic resources and pushing fairer global financial systems. Speaking at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, he urged investment-driven growth and stronger multilateral cooperation.
Chrispho OwuorGachagua points out that the Court of Appeal had previously quashed the initial bench formed by Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu and directed that Chief Justice Martha Koome take charge of constituting a fresh panel.
Bradley BosireAU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf urged stronger regional integration, infrastructure investment, and policy coordination at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, warning illicit financial flows and instability could derail development goals.
Chrispho OwuorJubilee Party has selected Wilson Kigwa as its candidate for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election after internal consultations and nominations. The party says it will campaign on unity, development and accountable leadership.
Chrispho OwuorThe by-election, set for May 14, will see 44,447 registered voters elect a new member of parliament following the death of Johanna Ng’eno in a helicopter crash in Nandi County on February 28.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe case dates back to 2018 when LSK moved to court challenging sections of the cybercrimes law, arguing that some provisions threatened constitutional freedoms.
Maureen Kinyanjuieconomic transformation
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking at the Africa Forward Summit at KICC, President William Ruto renewed calls for urgent UN Security Council reform, arguing Africa’s lack of permanent seats weakens legitimacy. UN Secretary-General António Guterres made similar appeals in Nairobi.
David Abonyo