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Counties sink businesses with Sh176bn unpaid bills crisis
The latest findings by Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o show that as of June 30, 2025, counties owed a total of Sh176.90 billion in pending bills.
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Counties trapped in wage bill crisis as development stalls
As the wage burden soars, development expenditure has fallen to worrying lows. Counties spent Sh123.76 billion on development, only 26 per cent of total expenditure, with 23 counties failing to meet the minimum 30 per cent legal threshold.
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Court of Appeal sets aside contempt fines against Matiang’i, Kihalangwa, and Boinnet
The case originated in March 2018 when Miguna attempted to return to Kenya after being deported the previous month.
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Siaya trails, Kisii leads as counties post mixed revenue results
Automation of collection systems and better infrastructure also boosted results. Counties that achieved progress were encouraged to set higher targets for the current financial year.
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Madrasa teacher charged with defiling four-year-old in Lamu
The alleged incident reportedly occurred in September 2025 at Utukuni area, Mkomani Location, Lamu Island, Central Sub-County, where Hussein is said to have intentionally and unlawfully penetrated the minor.
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Nairobi MPs give Defence Forces ultimatum over recruitment plan
The MPs, representing all 17 constituencies, including Senator Edwin Sifuna and Woman Representative Esther Passaris, described the plan as unfair and discriminatory, calling for its immediate reconsideration.
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Treasury to move ahead with e-procurement despite parliamentary and court opposition
Parliament had earlier revoked the directive requiring all public entities to adopt the digital platform, arguing that it violated Section 77 of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, which allows both manual and electronic methods.
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Ambassador Hiroshi highlights Japan’s role in strengthening Kenyan research
Hiroshi noted that collaborations with Kenyan institutions have strengthened intellectual capacity, produced highly skilled researchers, and created opportunities for global knowledge exchange.
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MPs stops air passenger fee allocation to Kenya Met
The proposed change was part of wider amendments that also include shifting the Tourism Promotion Fund to the Tourism Fund to avoid duplication of roles.
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Two arrested in Migori as police seize cannabis, illicit brew
According to police, the first arrest involved a 46-year-old female suspect, who was found in possession of a black bag containing 179 rolls of cannabis.
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Two arrested as police crack down on organized car theft in Nairobi
The vehicle had false number plates, and its chassis number matched a car reported stolen at Mutuya Police Station.
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NPSC opens applications for 10,000 police constables across Kenya
Physical and medical fitness are mandatory, along with a clean criminal record free of convictions or pending charges. Height requirements are 5 feet 8 inches for male candidates and 5 feet 3 inches for female candidates.
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Five arrested as Kiambu detectives rescue kidnap victim in Thindigua
According to investigators, the ordeal began when the victim’s girlfriend attempted to call her boyfriend, only for her call to be answered by an unfamiliar voice.
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Nairobi tops list of counties spending least on development projects
The report reveals that out of Sh14 billion earmarked for development, Nairobi spent just Sh4 billion, raising concerns over compliance with legal requirements.
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State seeks to proceed with Tirop murder case without missing suspect
Prosecutors Lucas Tanui and Clea Mureithi, appearing for the Director of Public Prosecutions, said the law permits the trial to continue even in the absence of the accused.
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Kenya’s potential and shared values fuel strong Japan partnership, says Ambassador Hiroshi
Hiroshi explained that this combination of potential and shared values has led to a steady flow of project proposals and requests from Kenya, which Japan has consistently responded to over the years.
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Nairobi, Kitui, Machakos lead counties in costly travel spree
According to the latest County Governments Budget Implementation Review Report, officials racked up billions on travel, with Nairobi, Machakos, and Kitui topping the list of spenders.
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Zuchu calls out CAF over unpaid performance fees at CHAN 2025 Final
In a statement shared on her official Instagram account, Zuchu expressed her frustration, stating, “I am writing to express my concern and frustration regarding the outstanding payment for my recent performance in Nairobi on August 30, 2025”.
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Senate condemns Governor Sakaja over defiance and absenteeism
Sakaja was expected to report on the status of pre-primary education in Nairobi but pulled out at the last minute, sending a County Executive instead.
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Ambassador Hiroshi: Longstanding Kenya-Japan partnership drives development and human capacity
Japan's longstanding partnership with Kenya has grown to more than Sh600 billion, making Kenya the largest recipient of Japanese aid in Africa.
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IPOA reviews 20,000 complaints, inspects 5,000 police facilities in five years
Between January and June last year alone, IPOA monitored 38 public order operations. The review found that the NPS often fell short of meeting the professionalism and accountability standards required under Article 244 of the Constitution.
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Kilifi police arrest four suspected “Panga Boys” gang members
Authorities said the operation is part of a wider effort to restore law and order in Mtwapa and surrounding areas. “Sustained surveillance and targeted operations will continue not only in Mtwapa but across the Coast region.
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Gloria Orwoba withdraws legal challenge over Senate removal
The notice was submitted through her lawyer, Ombaso, before Justice Chacha Mwita at the Milimani Constitutional and Human Rights Division, who granted the request and formally closed the case.
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Court extends detention of Kwa Bi Nzaro cult suspects as investigations deepen
Malindi Principal Magistrate Joy Wesonga said the prosecution had provided sufficient grounds for the extension.
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Workers across France strike over budget cut plans
Scuffles were reported in the cities of Lyon and Nantes, and in Paris small-scale clashes broke out between police and protesters.
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Police clearance certificates now available at select Huduma Centres
Police clearance certificates, also called Certificates of Good Conduct, are essential for employment, immigration, or professional licensing.
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Trump says TV networks 'against' him should 'maybe' lose licence
"They give me only bad publicity, press. I mean, they're getting a licence. I would think maybe their licence should be taken away," Trump said.
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MCAs pocket Sh1.57 billion while counties spend millions on travel
Busia County topped the list, spending Sh64.4 million, followed by Baringo with Sh50.4 million, Homa Bay at Sh45 million, Embu at Sh30.6 million, and Elgeyo Marakwet at Sh28.1 million.
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Why I’m resigning, Nairobi's Githurai MCA speaks
In a letter addressed to the Assembly Speaker on September 17, 2025, Waithira said he could no longer serve under conditions he described as neglectful and unresponsive.
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Family of Benedict Kabiru pursues legal action over status of missing officer
Kabiru went missing in March when a Kenyan convoy under the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission was attacked by armed gangs.