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The Kisii County constituency, currently represented by Daniel Ogwoka Manduku of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), faces persistent security threats, according to Mobeck. Cattle rustling along the Maasai-Kalenjin border has long troubled residents, particularly in areas where his grandfather’s land sits at the junction of Kisii, Nyamira, Homabay, and Narok counties.
Machado is Venezuela's opposition leader and has been in hiding since the country's disputed 2024 election, which she and her supporters say was stolen.
According to the Transparency International 2024 index, Kenya scored 32 out of 100 and was placed 121 out of 180 countries, falling below both global and regional averages. Within East Africa, Rwanda leads with 57 points, followed by Tanzania at 41, while Kenya ranks just above Uganda and Burundi.
National Security Advisor Monica Juma led the reception and praised the team for representing the country with honour throughout the mission. She said the officers carried out their duties with professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility both to Kenya and to the people of Haiti.
According to the bulletin, nine counties- Wajir, Garissa, Kilifi, Kitui, Marsabit, Kwale, Kajiado, Isiolo and Tana River are in the alert phase and now “require close monitoring due to emerging drought conditions and potential impacts on food security, water access and pasture availability.”
The two documents, developed in collaboration with government agencies and international partners, aim to strengthen the role of the diaspora in national development.
His death marks the end of an extraordinary six-decade career dedicated to understanding and protecting Africa’s elephants.
The suspects, identified as Evaline Jepchirchir Rotich and Jane Chepkonga Chelanga, were apprehended by officers from the Parliament Police Station following multiple complaints from members of the public.
In its weekly bulletin released on December 9, the department noted that only a few areas in the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, parts of the Rift Valley itself, the Coast, North-eastern Kenya and the South-eastern lowlands are likely to experience occasional showers.
According to the UN Women, an estimated 840 million women, almost one in three, have been subjected to physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence, non-partner sexual violence, or both at least once in their life (30 per cent of women aged 15 and older).
Speaking during the commemoration of International Anti-Corruption Day 2025, Mvurya emphasized that youth must move beyond being mere victims of corruption to actively shaping integrity and accountability across the country.
EACC CEO Abdi Mohammed warns that six in ten young Kenyans would take a bribe, urging youth to read the 2024/2025 report and lead efforts against corruption.
As tensions flared, Boru openly confronted Senator Fatuma Dullo over the Senate’s ongoing probe into the Assembly’s affairs when she demanded to know whether they submitted the documents before the OAG.
Speaking during the launch of the Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary in Ngulia, Taita Taveta County, on Tuesday, President Ruto said the fund is structured to attract significant private-sector participation—up to six times more than the government’s initial input.
Appearing before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee, the county assembly was led by County Clerk Ngiroh Leo and Speaker of the Assembly Frederick Kaptui in relation to audit queries raised by the Office of the Auditor General for the 2023-2024 financial year.
In its latest review covering December 2024 to December 2025, the Commission recorded 57 deaths tied to violations of the right to life and hundreds of complaints related to abuses by both security agencies and private actors.
The sanctuary, covering more than 3,200 square kilometers, brings together 150 rhinos from Ngulia and 50 from the Tsavo West intensive protection zone.
According to the ODPP, the Chief Government Pathologist will supervise the exhumation and the repeat post-mortem, while experts from the Government Chemist collect samples for examination. The DCI will document every stage of the procedure, with the Fafi Subcounty Public Health Officer handling safety protocols during the operation.
Oswago said the police are “very well trained… they understand the law backwards,” but systemic issues, including promotions and rewards based on loyalty rather than merit, pressure officers to act in ways that serve political interests rather than legal or ethical standards.
Before releasing the funds, the company withheld Sh1 million, citing statutory obligations including PAYE, NSSF, the Social Health Insurance Fund, and the Housing Levy. This action sparked a new dispute, including contested execution steps and an attempt to attach company property to recover the deducted amounts.
GSF Commander Godfrey Otunge welcomed the new officers, noting their deployment comes at a crucial period and will help reinforce and accelerate progress made in countering gang activities. Boinett added that the incoming personnel had undergone intensive training and are dedicated to respecting international human rights standards and adhering to strict operational conduct.
Programmes coordinator Fredrick Njau says Kenya’s development must integrate infrastructure, environmental protection and community wellbeing to avoid human rights harms, flooding risks and loss of livelihoods.
The order comes shortly after Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe told Parliament that all assets leased under 30-year concessions will revert to government ownership once the contracts end. He defended the leases, finalized in May, as a strategic approach to attract private investment while safeguarding public property.
Speaking in an interview on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Njau said plastics have become an unavoidable part of modern life—found in cars, household items and even eyeglasses—but poor design and restrictive manufacturer rules are driving unnecessary waste.
Maraga warned that the commercialisation of critical government bodies could have long-term implications for the country. He said investigations underway are expected to uncover other deals that have not been made public.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) stated that Okombo is suspected of creating fake documents suggesting the property had been gifted to him by its previous owner, who has since passed away.
IEBC Chief Executive Officer Marjan Hussein Marjan said the by-elections tested the commission’s preparedness and operational strategies, including technology use and stakeholder engagement.
The annual review indicates that EACC received 4,183 corruption reports, of which 1,846 were picked for further investigation. The agency also conducted 166 integrity tests, contributing to the prevention of large-scale losses. Bribery emerged as the most reported offense, representing 37 per cent of all cases, with embezzlement of public funds following closely.
Breaking down the Sh3.5 billion awarded under AGPO, youth-owned businesses received Sh2.2 billion, women-owned businesses Sh1.25 billion, and businesses owned by persons with disabilities Sh66.7 million. AGPO, introduced under the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015, requires State entities to reserve 30 per cent of tenders for youth, women, and persons with disabilities, usually for common goods and basic services.
Kenyan lawmakers dominated the men’s 4x400m relay at Nelson Mandela Stadium in Namboole, with the team captained by Bunge Sports Club Co-Chairperson Vincent Musyoka crossing the finish line in 50.8 seconds.