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School heads warn of early closure, exam disruption over Sh18bn capitation delay

Kessha national chairman Willy Kuria cautioned that many schools were already unable to function effectively.

Poor roads, reckless driving, and unroadworthy vehicles blamed for August fatalities

Transport CS Davis Chirchir said the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and road agencies have begun implementing recommendations from the reports.

Conservatory orders stalling House business- Speaker Wetang’ula

Wetang’ula stated that several committee and House proceedings have been halted by conservatory orders, calling on Judiciary to address the matter urgently

Murkomen puts on notice Miraa transporters over deadly crashes

The CS lamented that miraa transporters have not honored a call to have a sit-down with security officials in order to find a way forward.

NEMA begins crackdown on illegal plastic bag factories

In a statement, the Authority said the operation follows reports that some companies have continued manufacturing the outlawed bags despite the ban.

EACC places four governors, 11 ex-governors under graft probe

EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud said the probes touch on embezzlement of public funds, money laundering, conflict of interest, and possession of unexplained wealth.

Elon Musk and X reach settlement with axed Twitter workers

Some workers sued the company over their terminations and severance packages, after some 6,000 staff were sacked as part of a cost-cutting measure after Musk took over the company in 2022.

Six fan zones revealed in Mombasa ahead of Harambee Stars’ CHAN quarterfinal clash

Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said the venues include Changamwe Grounds in Changamwe, Uwanja wa Mbuzi in Nyali and Mama Ngina Waterfront

TSC promotion guidelines give edge to senior teachers

Kenya secures Sh22 billion Japan loan to boost industry and cut power costs

Under the financing arrangement, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry will receive Sh13.1 billion to support local vehicle assemblers parts manufacturers and expand electric vehicle production

Government issues 514,000 passports amid ongoing delays, says report

The report further revealed that the backlog of uncollected passports had reduced from 90,000 to 56,000 in the past three months, marking a steady clearance of pending cases.

MP Kiarie pushes for parliamentary oversight on AI

The lawmaker explained AI’s promise in agriculture and medicine but cautioned that AI-generated misinformation is already undermining democracy

Measles outbreak confirmed in Malindi amid low vaccination levels

At least four children have been diagnosed with measles in the Shella area of Malindi town.

Wetang’ula calls on lawmakers to uphold integrity amid bribery claims

Wetang’ula warned that recent claims of legislators soliciting inducements to influence legislation have cast doubt on Parliament’s credibility

Man who conned woman of Sh130,000 in fake job scam arrested

The incident dates back to February 2024 when a Kenyan woman working in Lebanon connected with Kimeli on TikTok, where the suspect used the alias “City Tycoon.”

Misleading! SHA denies claims of Sh20 million payout to ghost facility

SHA Chief Executive Officer Mercy Mwangangi, clarified that Nyandiwa Level 4 Hospital in Gwassi, Suba South Constituency, is a fully operational facility that has been in existence since the 1970s

Kwale residents call for guaranteed shares in public asset sales

A key concern raised was the fate of workers once privatization takes place, with residents insisting that strong labour laws and protections must be put in place to prevent layoffs

Five bodies exhumed from Kwa Binzaro mass graves

Government Pathologist Richard Njoroge confirmed the number and cautioned that the operation, already yielding “five bodies out of six exhumed graves,” was just the beginning.

CHAN: Police announce road closures, diversions in Nairobi

Police said motorists from Nairobi’s Central Business District heading to Thika Road towards Ruiru, Juja, and Thika should use Kiambu Road at Exit 4

Kenyan fans get boost as CAF expands Kasarani attendance limit

The clearance, which allows 80 percent stadium capacity, is a boost from the 27,000 fans admitted during Harambee Stars’ 1-0 win over Zambia

Misinformation undermining Parliament's progress- MP Ichung’wah

The Kikuyu MP cited to the contentious Finance Bill, 2024, as an example of how disinformation can derail critical legislation.

State committed to tackle second-generation alcohol menace

Murkomen revealed that at least five businessmen have been linked to the illicit trade, with one already in custody.

Delays on roads bill could stall projects, warns MP Junet

The Suna East MP said the Bill, sponsored by Homabay Town MP Peter Kaluma on behalf of the House Legislative Caucus, is key in addressing constitutional defects identified in the Kenya Roads Board Act

Russia launches biggest wave of strikes on Ukraine for weeks

The attacks came as US President Donald Trump spearheads diplomatic moves to halt the war.

Ex-driver sues Kang’ata, Senate over Ethiopian Airlines crash petition

David Mburu Karanja argues that Kang’ata unlawfully listed him in a Senate petition regarding lack of support for families of victims of Flight ET 302, which crashed on March 10, 2019, killing all 157 people on board.

Treasury unveils plan to clear Kenya Railways pension arrears

CS explained that the Kenya Railways Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme (KRSRBS) was facing difficulties because it had been set up as a non-contributory scheme.

Nine arrested in Nairobi's Eastleigh courier crackdown

The operation was conducted by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) in collaboration with the National Police Service

MPs tighten rules on KPC sale, demand State retains control

Beyond ownership structure, MPs demanded strong safeguards to prevent the emergence of a monopoly.

Fake! Expressway dismisses claims of closure to allow Gachagua’s procession

The company clarified that the Nairobi Expressway remains a public road adding that all planned road closure notices are only shared through its official social media platforms

Treasury rejects Sh200,000 payout for former councillors, suggests Inua Jamii support

CS Mbadi said that only a legal framework could allow the government to make such payouts, even though the request involved just 328 former councillors who served for less than 20 years.