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MP Barasa’s helicopter, cars seized over Sh4.4 million lawyer debt

The auctioneers left the seized properties in the MP's custody for seven days before removal and sale.

DP Kindiki warns against politicising Ojwang’s death, demands accountability

Kindiki said there must be personal accountability over the controversial death of Ojwang, who died while in police custody.

High Court halts public seal transfer to Head of Public Service

Justice Chacha Mwita made the ruling on Thursday, June 12, stating that the matter raises serious constitutional and legal issues that must be fully examined before any changes can be implemented.

Roads, rail and energy get boost in Sh23bn transport plan

Police get largest share as security budget rises to Sh464.9bn

The new funding will go into police operations, intelligence services, prison management, internal administration, and crime-fighting infrastructure such as forensic labs and mobility tools.

Probe launched after woman miscarries at Nyandarua police post

The incident has drawn fresh attention to the treatment of civilians in police custody, just days after several officers at the Central Police Station in Nairobi were interdicted following the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang.

Hospital report shows Albert Ojwang was already dead on arrival

Medical staff who examined him found no signs of life and described his body as cold with extensive injuries that pointed to a violent assault.

Hustler Fund gets extra Sh300 million, despite Sh6bn loan defaults

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi made the announcement on Thursday during the budget presentation, saying the aim is to improve access to credit for low-income earners and small businesses.

Sh300m more for Nairobi BRT despite Sh3.6bn spent and no services running

Inua Jamii Fund rises to Sh25.1bn in Sh41.4bn social protection boost

The boost aims to strengthen support for vulnerable groups, including older persons, orphans, persons living with disabilities, and drought-affected households.

CS Mbadi allocates Sh23bn to boost graft war and governance

This is an increase of Sh44.5 billion from the Sh656.6 billion allocated in the 2024–25 budget and continues a steady rise in education funding.

IPOA tells MPs CCTV hard disks were formatted after Ojwang’s death

IPOA chairperson Isaac Hassan said digital video recorder logs showed the formatting and replacement happened on June 8, 2025, between 07:23:29 and 07:23:48 hours.

One survivor confirmed in India air crash that killed over 200

Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik told Indian news agency ANI that one survivor was found and identified as the person in seat 11A on the London-bound Boeing 787-8 flight.

Officer James Mukhwana arrested over death of Albert Ojwang

Police Constable James Mukhwana of Central Police Station was arrested on Thursday, June 12, by officers from the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) in coordination with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA).

Ojwang’s death: IPOA closes in on three suspects, seeks their arrest

Parliament honors Gen Z protest victims as Treasury presents tax reform budget

The tribute came amid growing public concerns over taxation policies, as the budget aims to address Kenya’s economic challenges while acknowledging the pain caused by past tax reforms.

Education takes centre stage with Sh702.7 billion budget boost

This is an increase of Sh44.5 billion from the Sh656.6 billion allocated in the 2024–25 budget and continues a steady rise in education funding.

Treasury allocates Sh405.1 billion to counties, up by Sh17.6bn

This allocation represents 25.79 percent of the actual national revenue collected in the 2020/21 financial year, based on the most recent audited figures.

President Ruto announces creation of seven new State Departments

The reorganisation, outlined in Executive Order No. 1 of 2025 dated June 9, replaces the 2023 Executive structure and takes effect immediately.

Why DCI boss Amin wants OCS Taalam treated as suspect in Ojwang’s death

Amin said Taalam is linked to a questionable suicide narrative and failed to book the suspect at the station.

Protesters torch vehicles in Nairobi as clashes erupt over Ojwang's death

The protesters are demanding the removal of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat over the controversial death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang.

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IG Kanja says Lagat to step aside only if named in probe

Kanja explained that the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is leading the probe, and all individuals mentioned in connection with the case will be required to give statements.

Tear gas fired at youths demanding Deputy IG Lagat’s resignation in Nairobi CBD

The group was protesting the killing of Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody on Sunday morning.

DCI gets Sh100m to monitor social media as new law seeks more powers

The National Assembly has approved the budget allocation for the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to acquire Optimus 3.0, a software tool that can hack into and monitor social media accounts and internet usage.

Mbadi: I have a date with Kenyans as budget day arrives

Speaking on Thursday morning, just hours before reading the 2025/2026 budget in Parliament, Mbadi described the day as important and exciting.

Cops grilled by IPOA as Ojwang death probe deepens

The officers questioned include those from Nairobi’s Central Police Station and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).

Senate uncovers tender inequality in 22 counties

The National Cohesion Committee, in its report on the current state of the nation, notes that while some counties have issued tenders to these groups, they tend to award them to a small circle of pre-selected businesses, denying others a fair opportunity.

Extrajudicial killings reignite tensions in Ruto-Raila political deal

New rules strip counties of full control over revenue systems