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Somali leaders meet in Nairobi, push for creation of 'future council'
The critical meeting comes as the fragile Horn of Africa nation grapples with insecurity, economic hardship and a governance crisis.
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Murkomen urges court to lift police hiring freeze, cites urgent need for officers
Murkomen expressed concern over the order, which suspended the recruitment exercise that had been scheduled for Friday, October 3, 2025, describing the decision as unprecedented, noting that police hiring has not been stopped in the past four years.
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Siaya County condemns violence against striking nurses
County Secretary Joseph Ogutu said the government is deeply concerned by the incident and pledged support for injured healthcare workers, while urging calm and dialogue.
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Gideon Moi to contest Baringo senatorial by-election
In a statement on Thursday, October 2, 2025, the party said it has already nominated Moi as its candidate after extensive consultations, deliberations, and consensus within the party and with the people of Baringo.
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CJ Koome cautions public against bribing judicial officers
The CJ lamented that despite visible signs declaring courts as corruption-free zones, the culture of bribery persists among Kenyans.
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INFOGRAPHIC: Kenya's 2027 presidential hopefuls
They include President William Ruto, and former Chief Justice David Maraga, who at the time of going to press declared that he has officially entered the 2027 presidential race, running on the United Green Movement (UGM) Party ticket.
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Wajir Governor Abdullahi nominates seven to County Public Service Board
According to the governor, the nominees were drawn from a list recommended by a Selection Panel established to identify competent and qualified candidates for the vital county board.
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Rights groups demand release of Kenyan activists abducted in Uganda
The organisations further urged the Kenyan government to engage Ugandan authorities to ensure the safe return of its citizens and to prevent the criminalisation of cross-border activism.
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EACC, NCAJ roll out guidelines for speedy trial of graft cases
The guidelines include streamlining the legal processes, harmonising the procedures, accelerating adjudication and having a consistent and predictable judicial officers in Special Magistrates’ Courts.
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Father and son arrested in Nairobi M-Pesa scam targeting agents
Their arrest followed detailed digital forensics conducted by Shauri Moyo detectives, which traced electronic footprints directly linking the duo to the September 2, 2025 fraud incident.
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Recruitment of 10,000 officers suspended by Nairobi Court
Preparations for the nationwide exercise had been underway, with joint recruitment panels meeting at the Administration Police College in Embakasi for briefings.
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PS Agengo condemns Kilifi pupil’s death after alleged beating
PS Agengo described the incident as a grave violation of the rights and dignity of the child and vowed that those responsible will face the full force of the law.
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Kakamega unveils climate-smart budget and action plan ahead of regional conference
The initiative aims to tackle drought, flooding, and lightning, while promoting resilient crops, installing lightning arresters in schools, and coordinating strategies across the 14 counties of the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB).
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Kindiki: Let’s diversify our tourism products to grow sector
Kindiki said Kenya must move beyond its traditional reliance on wildlife safaris, cultural heritage and coastal retreats by introducing innovative products and tapping into non-traditional attractions.
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Bail denied again for three accused in MP Ong’ondo Were murder case
The decision marks the second time the accused have been denied bail since the case began. They are charged with the murder of the legislator, which occurred on April 30, 2025, around 7:40 pm at the City Mortuary Roundabout along Ngong Road in Kilimani, Nairobi.
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Maraga unveiled as UGM presidential candidate ahead of 2027 elections
Maraga was unveiled at the Green Action House, where he outlined his political vision and pledged to work towards strengthening the party ahead of the next General Election. He told party officials and supporters that his decision to join UGM was guided by shared values and principles.
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Court blocks KWS from charging new park fees
Justice John Chigiti Mugwimi granted the federation’s request against KWS and the State Law Office, with the matter set for mention on November 25, 2025. The order means the new fees cannot be applied until the case is further heard.
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IG Kanja warns Kenyans against bribery ahead of police recruitment
The IG also warned the public about the consequences of corruption, stressing that anyone involved, either giving or receiving bribes would face legal action.
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Ruto rewards Kenyan Tokyo medalists with Sh27 million and housing plan
Kenya claimed a total of 11 medals in Tokyo, including seven gold, two silver, and two bronze. Of the gold winners, six were women and one was a man. The champions included Beatrice Chebet (5,000m & 10,000m), Faith Kipyegon (1,500m), Peres Jepchirchir (women’s marathon), Lillian Odira (800m), Faith Cherotich (3,000m steeplechase), and Emmanuel Wanyonyi (800m).
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MPs reject move to create specific law against sextortion
The proposal, fronted by Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris on behalf of survivors and advocacy groups, sought to amend the Penal Code and the Sexual Offences Act to create a separate offence with clear penalties and victim protection measures.
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Crackdown on unauthorised developments kicks off in Nairobi
The county has invoked the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019, which gives it powers to stop illegal construction, prosecute offenders, impose penalties and demolish structures that violate development regulations.
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Kilifi teacher arrested over death of pupil after alleged beating
Police said the incident occurred on September 19, 2025, during the last lesson before games at the school in Kilifi South Sub-County. The teacher, identified as Ian Tembo, allegedly instructed Grade 8 pupils to kneel before administering corporal punishment.
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Lishenga: Wealth gap and living conditions shape Kenyans’ health
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Thursday, Lishenga explained that health outcomes in the country are driven by what he called the “social determinants of health.”
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Lishenga: Technocratic SHA language locked out public
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation, Lishenga explained that some university postgraduates had produced a paper analysing the failures in communicating SHA reforms, and their findings pointed to a key problem: overly technical language that shut out the public.
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Nakuru activist petitions IEBC to prove election system security
In his petition, Omusundi called on the commission to openly recognize the risks posed by spyware and AI-driven interference, insisting that the threat model should cover all electoral assets.
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High court frees Sh537 million frozen in Mike Sonko case
In a judgment delivered on Wednesday, Justice Nixon Sifuna ruled that the agency failed to provide evidence linking the funds to criminal activity.
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Kenyan activists detained in Uganda amid support for Bobi Wine
Free Kenya Movement National Chairman Bob Njagi and Secretary General Nicholas Oyoo were apprehended on Wednesday afternoon at Stabex Filling Station in Kireka, according to the movement.
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DPP presents four more witnesses in Starlet Wahu murder trial
Clinical officer Olang testified about treating a male patient around 11pm on the night of the murder. He identified the patient in court as Matara and said he had two stab wounds; one on the right thigh and another on the right hand, and appeared intoxicated.
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Migori family demands answers after Allan Kamau allegedly dies in custody
Kamau had been held at Komwamu Police Post in Kuria West following a dispute with his aunt over trees valued at Sh30,000, and his sudden death has left relatives demanding urgent answers from the authorities.
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Airport workers call off strike after resolving dispute with KAA
KAA’s Acting Managing Director, Mohamud Gedi, expressed gratitude to the KAA Board of Directors, led by Chairman Caleb Kositany, as well as government ministries for facilitating the talks.