Political leaders slam Gachagua over saba saba unrest and US trip
Wetang’ula accused some politicians of encouraging young people, especially those from Generation Z, to take to the streets but then abandoning them when trouble broke out.
Wetang’ula accused some politicians of encouraging young people, especially those from Generation Z, to take to the streets but then abandoning them when trouble broke out.
Boniface, a mask vendor, was fatally shot by a police officer during the June 17 protests in Nairobi, a death that left a deep scar on those who knew him.
The total pending bills had climbed to Sh172.51 billion, with Nairobi alone accounting for Sh115.69 billion, nearly 70 per cent of the total owed by all 47 counties.
The two night guards were on duty when the attackers struck. One of them sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at Garissa County Referral Hospital.
The 12.5-kilometre commuter railway line, launched in December 2023, connects Riruta, Karen, Bulbul, and Ngong. Once completed, it is projected to carry 10,000 passengers daily and ease traffic congestion.
Speaking in the Senate on Thursday, Sifuna raised concern that entire communities across the city, including Mathare, Korogocho, Majengo Gorofani, and Kwa Reuben, have gone years without electricity yet still receive regular bills from the power distributor.
A significant portion, Sh2.7 billion, is linked to legal fees owed to at least a dozen law firms, while the rest includes Sh360 million for logistics, mostly owed to the Postal Corporation of Kenya, and Sh920 million under other miscellaneous claims.
The proposed changes come amid concerns that some county bosses have appointed as many as 30 chief officers due to the absence of legal restrictions.
In a ruling delivered on Thursday, a three-judge bench—comprising Justices Roselyne Aburili, John Chigiti, and Bahati Mwamuye—dismissed a petition filed by Kelvin Roy Omondi and activist Boniface Mwangi.
The suspects are currently in custody and are expected to be presented in court.
The delegation was received by Garissa County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Livestock and Agriculture, Milgo Keinan, and the Director of Donor Coordination, Dubow Mohamed.
President William Ruto euologised him as a prominent voice in the country’s Islamic leadership and justice system.
During the hearing, the defence sought to interrogate the investigating officer about how the accused were allegedly involved in any criminal activity, leading to tense exchanges in court.
KWS Director General Prof. Erastus Kanga said the move is driven by the need to align with current economic realities and sustain the country’s conservation mandate.
The three deceased girls aged under 10 years and in Grades One and Two were among several pupils who had gone to use the toilet when the structure caved in.
According to Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry, Lee Kinyanjui, the government is considering reforms to the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) exemption framework.
Nowrojee, widely respected for his fierce advocacy for human rights and justice, passed away in the United States on April 5, 2025, aged 84.
James Muriithi, 41, who was shot on Monday at Makutano in Mwea, died on Thursday morning at Kenyatta National Hospital.
Tribunal documents indicate that Mutua's first term ran from October 26, 2015, to October 21, 2018
Kilonzo said public hospitals have been facing serious shortages due to Kemsa’s failure to deliver needed commodities on time.
The prosecution says the trio jointly took part in the killing, which has sparked national attention due to the victim's age and the nature of her marriage.
The case was filed on June 25, 2025, by Katiba Institute, which challenged the police practice of blocking public roads without advance notice.
Under the proposed Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2025, all private vehicles that are more than four years old will be required to undergo annual roadworthiness checks.
The beneficiaries include Elgeyo-Marakwet, Embu, Isiolo, Kirinyaga, Laikipia, Lamu, Nyamira, Nyandarua, Samburu, Taita-Taveta, Tharaka-Nithi and Vihiga.
Two officers linked to Kariuki’s shooting have been arrested and are facing murder charges.
Chief Justice Martha Koome described his death as a huge loss to both the Judiciary and the nation.
In a video seen by Radio Generation Kenya, three plainclothes men, believed to be officers, are seen confronting Maiyo and pushing him against a wall before leading him away.
The audit follows concerns raised by the Auditor General on Kenya Power’s strained financial health and its inability to recover billions spent under government-backed projects.
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi disclosed that at least 316 Kenyans have died while working in Gulf countries since 2022.
The President warned that politicising violence and destruction of property only serves to divide the country, and called on leaders to be responsible.