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Why I’m running for President – Martha Karua

Early this year, in March, Karua maintained that she would not be a presidential running mate in the 2027 general elections.

EACC questions Garissa Governor Nathif Jama over Sh1.2bn probe

The commission said its probe is examining accusations that Sh700 million was paid in salaries to ghost workers. The inquiry also focuses on conflict of interest in the awarding of contracts worth Sh265 million to Takaful Insurance of Africa Ltd and Tina Gardens Hotel, companies alleged to be linked to the Governor.

Civil society seeks to dissolve Nairobi County over graft, poor services

Kenya Bora Tuitakayo said since September 2022, when Sakaja’s administration took over, Nairobi has been subjected to corruption, poor services, and financial mismanagement.

Taxpayers to bear Sh25bn fines from delayed government bill payments

Nyakang’o observed that the piling up of pending bills has put businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, under severe pressure as their cash flow is restricted by long-delayed payments.

Witnesses narrate starvation and denial of education in Shakahola case

Among those who testified was Dominic Kahindi Mwakudza, who narrated how police approached him over his brother, Felix Katana, who had four children.

Ebola outbreak in Kasai kills 16, including four health workers

The outbreak has affected Bulape and Mweka health zones in Kasai Province where health officials have been carrying out investigations.

Ruto affirms plan to employ UHC staff on permanent, pensionable terms

The President urged counties to support the initiative so that the more than 7,500 workers can begin earning enhanced pay under the new terms this month.

Parastatals hold Sh404bn of Kenya’s pending bills

Murkomen to unveil reforms on police promotions, transfers

The reforms, ranging from promotion of police officers to their transfer, will also ensure the officers do not stay at a particular rank and location for long.

Witness recounts losing 12 kin to Mackenzie’s cult

Titus Ngonjo Gandi told Principal Magistrate Nelly Chepchirchir that his wife, Esther Birya Masha, lured their two sons, Harry and Isaack Ngala, into Mackenzie’s cult

KFS may manage private forests under new law to boost revenue

The proposed amendment to the Forest Conservation and Management Act, 2016, introduces a clause enabling KFS to provide “technical assistance to the county governments and individual owners of private land in the development of agro-forestry and commercial forestry in private land and community land.”

Isiolo on edge: Two assemblies, one county in chaos

The confusion has been compounded by the government printer, which has been accused of publishing controversial gazette notices endorsing rival leaderships.

Kigame promises values-driven presidency, pledges citizen-powered campaign

Kigame’s vision seeks to redefine the presidency as a platform that prioritizes values, fairness, and empowerment, challenging the entrenched norms of Kenyan politics.

Bill seeks to anchor harm reduction in law to support drug addicts

The Harm Reduction Bill, 2025, aims to anchor harm reduction services in law and ensure they are available in public health facilities as part of efforts to reduce drug-related deaths, overdoses and the spread of infectious diseases.

IGAD to unveil migration and displacement report in Mombasa

IGAD said the report offers insights into labour migration, remittance flows, forced displacement, and demographic changes within member states including Kenya, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan and Uganda.

Prison chief dismisses Mackenzie’s poisoning allegations

Mackenzie, who has been locked up for over two years in relation to the Shakahola massacre, had told the court that harmful substances were planted in his cell to harm him.

Ipoa hands 184 cases to DPP on Gen Z, Azimio protests

Ipoa chairperson Issack Hassan said most of the cases involve officers suspected of unlawful conduct during the Gen Z demonstrations and the Azimio cost of living protests in late 2023 and early 2024.

11 suspects held as probe into Kwa Binzaro cult killings deepens

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said investigators have established that a number of the victims were brought into the country from Asia before being radicalised and eventually killed.

Gangs target Kenyans in broad daylight as Nairobi's CBD security woes persist

Videos circulating online show victims warning others to stay vigilant, particularly in the evenings when streets are poorly lit.

Murkomen calls for public vigilance as new cult graves unearthed in Kilifi

The Interior Boss expressed concern over the increasing cult-related fatalities, describing them as a result of weakened communal responsibility and vigilance.

Hustler Fund gets new boss as Nkukuu exits

Tanui, a seasoned financial services professional with more than 24 years experience, has worked at Ecobank, Consolidated Bank of Kenya, and the Industrial and Commercial Development Bank of Kenya.

Judiciary embarks on nationwide prison decongestion drive

Chief Justice Martha Koome said the initiative reflects a shift from punitive incarceration to rehabilitation and reintegration.

Sakaja urged to prioritise service delivery as Nairobi ODM MPs rally support

The lawmakers emphasized that the pause in political tensions should now translate into concrete results for residents.

By-elections campaigns to run from October 8, IEBC confirms

Commission chairperson Erastus Ethekon said the campaign period will begin on October 8 and end on November 24, two days before voting.

CS Murkomen confirms probe into alleged Jubaland forces in Mandera

The Cabinet Secretary also cautioned politicians against politicising the issue, emphasizing that security matters are treated with the utmost care to safeguard national interests.

Public servants secure Sh43bn pay boost as wage bill soars

Data from the SRC shows that Sh36.45 billion, or 84 percent of the additional pay, was released between April and June this year.

Explainer: Steps to impeach a governor or deputy governor in Kenya

Article 181 sets out the grounds for removal, which include gross violation of the Constitution or any law, abuse of office or misconduct.

US House panel releases 33,000 pages of Epstein files

Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, a Republican, ordered the documents to be published online on Tuesday.

Four men face 12 new charges in fraudulent SIM swap of former OCS Talaam

The accused now face 12 counts, including conspiracy to commit a felony, computer fraud, identity theft, and possession and use of multiple national identity cards.

Governors push back on e-procurement rollout, cite system failures and legal gaps

Abdullahi said governors welcome any system that enhances accountability and automation in public procurement, but the current digital platform is riddled with flaws that have stalled service delivery.