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DPP appeals court ruling that freed terror convicts

Assistant DPP Duncan Ondimu, in his appeal, argued that releasing Alex Shikanda and Musharaf Abdalla poses a serious security risk and undermines public safety

Showdown looms as sugar millers allowed to sack staff

Agriculture PS, Kipronoh Ronoh instructed the managing directors of the four millers to issue redundancy notices to employees, a move that is set to affect more than 5,000 staff

SIM swap scam lands suspect in court as syndicate exposed

The suspect admitted that on June 16, 2025, he fraudulently secured a mobile line belonging to former Nairobi OCS, Samson Kiprotich Talam.

KeNHA to close Mombasa-Nairobi Highway section for two weeks

The affected stretch lies between Makupa Bridge and the Changamwe Interchange and will be closed from Saturday, August 23 to Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Alliance Girls teacher resigns amid sexual abuse allegations

In a resignation letter dated August 17 and addressed to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), Ayiro said he was stepping down with immediate effect.

Ruto forms multi-agency team to intensify war on corruption

The Executive Office of the President will chair the Multi-Agency Team, while the Office of the Attorney General will serve as its secretariat

Security Department uses 86 percent of development budget in first month

Data from the National Treasury shows that the department, which falls under the Interior Ministry, spent Sh3.4 billion in July out of its annual development allocation of Sh3.97 billion.

Kenya vs Madagascar CHAN quarter-final tickets crash online portal

The tickets, sold through the Mookh platform, went live at noon on Tuesday but the site was quickly overwhelmed and crashed

MPs support Ipoa’s push for budget autonomy and armed investigators

In its report tabled on August 5, the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security committee said the changes would strengthen Ipoa’s ability to carry out its mandate

ODM directs members to verify membership ahead of by-elections

Members can verify their status by dialing 483036# or visiting the party’s official membership website.

Ethical banking, technology meet in Premier Bank’s new App

The platform is designed to give customers seamless access to retail, corporate, card, and wearable banking

Sweden relocates 113-year-old Kiruna Church in historic operation

The relocation comes after years of preparation, as the old city centre faces risks of ground subsidence caused by over a century of iron ore mining.

Fresh pay dispute threatens to paralyse Moi University operations

The Universities Academic Staff Union (Uasu) has declared that teaching staff will down their tools from Wednesday if their grievances are not addressed

Lamu Port control row deepens as audit exposes governance gaps

An audit report shows that several government bodies and private companies are currently using the facility without formal agreements on management and ownership

Ambassador Pravednyk hails Kenya’s solidarity for Ukraine

The Ambassador said that Kenya has consistently supported Ukraine in international forums, particularly within the United Nations, voting in favor of Ukrainian initiatives and resolutions.

Gaza, Sudan aid worker deaths reach 383 in 2024, says UN

Besides those killed, 308 aid workers were wounded, 125 kidnapped and 45 detained last year

Kenya ties with Ukraine growing despite war challenges- Ambassador Pravednyk

Pravednyk highlighted agriculture, education, and trade as key areas of collaboration, while emphasizing Ukraine’s commitment to expanding opportunities for Kenyan students

KRA nets Sh171.5bn in July despite protest turmoil

Receipts grew by 7.5 percent to Sh171.5 billion, compared to Sh159.5 billion a year earlier when growth stood at only 2.8 percent.

Ukrainian Analyst: Ceasefire needed before Ukraine-Russia peace talks

Speaking to Radio Generation on Tuesday, Zalmayev said the discussions exposed the dangers of overlooking the Kremlin’s intentions and bypassing a ceasefire.

Court orders Safaricom, Airtel to release Skiza Tune royalties

The court lifted interim orders that had frozen payments since May, allowing artistes to now access the money collected from subscribers during that period

Online attacks targeting Judiciary a threat to democracy, CJ warns

Koome said that while social media has become a critical space for dialogue and the exchange of information, it is increasingly being misused to malign and discredit judicial officers

M23 rebels halt peace talks with DR Congo over ceasefire row

The rebels said they would only return to the table if the government respected the terms of the agreement

Ukraine peace talks in Washington end without clear commitments

The talks drew several European leaders to Washington, just days after Trump’s summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska failed to deliver a ceasefire

Duale appoints Dr Richard Lesiyampe as acting KNH CEO

Health CS Aden Duale said Lesiyampe brings vast experience to strengthen KNH's governance

Senate sets August 20 sitting to hear charges against Governor Mutai

In a notice issued on August 18, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi confirmed that the sitting will take place at the Senate Chamber in Nairobi from 2:30 pm.

KEWOPA condemns use of school uniforms in adult entertainment venues

The women MPs criticized the practice for undermining the symbolic value of school uniforms, which represent innocence, discipline, and learning

Kenyan delegation in Washington to secure trade gains

The officials will hold a series of meetings with U.S. government representatives, business leaders, and the private sector to explore long-term opportunities for Kenyan exports and foreign investment.

Take charge of governors' oversight, Raila tells MCAs

Raila recognizes Ruto, Uhuru as ODM founders ahead of party’s 20th anniversary

Raila reminded lawmakers that ODM was born from the country’s push for a new constitution in the mid-2000s, a period that redefined Kenya’s politics

Kenya Kwanza, ODM lawmakers pledge bipartisan cooperation for national unity

In a joint statement, the two parties said they will set aside differences and work together for Kenya’s progress