Plan in advance! KeNHA issues festive season travel safety advisory
In a public notice dated December 21, 2025, the authority said traffic had already begun to rise significantly as Kenyans travel to celebrate Christmas and the New Year.
In a public notice dated December 21, 2025, the authority said traffic had already begun to rise significantly as Kenyans travel to celebrate Christmas and the New Year.
In a statement on Sunday, the Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Julius K. Bitok, confirmed that the placement exercise was conducted through an automated system designed to ensure merit, equity, and fairness.
The Ministry noted several key factors that facilitate the spread of infections, including close contact in crowded spaces such as parties, religious gatherings, and busy markets, as well as poor ventilation in indoor venues.
Ten more were wounded when around a dozen men attacked the tavern at Bekkersdal, in a gold mining area around 40 kilometres (25 miles) southwest of the city, just before 1:00 am (2300 GMT).
Detectives followed crucial leads that took them through the villages of Kina Meru, Kiutine, and Kina-Duba, ultimately resulting in the arrest of the NPR officer.
Officers recovered a “Retay Falcon pistol”, along with “a live 9mm hollow-point round and a spent cartridge of similar calibre”, items which have since been secured as exhibits to support the ongoing investigation.
The First Lady also extended prayers for the president’s continued wellbeing, urging God to bless him with strength, health, and wisdom as he leads the country.
In a message to staff on Sunday, Sing’Oei said 2025 placed intense demands on officers due to a rapidly shifting global environment, but noted that they rose to the challenge and continued to deliver on the department’s mandate.
The operation was led by officers from the National Police Service in collaboration with the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt the production and distribution of illegal drugs within residential communities.
Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA) Chief Executive Officer, Floice Mukabana, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to empowering apple mango farmers to penetrate global markets.
As many Kenyans head upcountry for the Christmas festivities, KeNHA has called for patience among all road users, cautioning against flouting traffic regulations.
The humanitarian agency said at least 253 households were burnt down, forcing affected families to seek shelter in schools, dispensaries and open spaces, with some spending nights under trees.
In a statement issued on December 21, 2025, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the suspects, Julius Otieno Mageta, alias Junior, and his accomplice Mohammed Omar Hamisi, alias Babu, were flushed out of their hideout and arrested following a tip-off from members of the public.
Chairperson Ethekon announced that the commission has named six Returning and Deputy Returning Officers to oversee the by-elections, with two officers deployed in each county where the polls will be conducted.
Most counties exceeded the legal wage bill limit of 35 percent of total revenue under the Public Finance Management (County Governments) Regulations, 2015. During the 2023/24 financial year, only Turkana, Narok, Kilifi, and Tana River stayed within the limit. Kisii County recorded the highest overspend at 68 percent of revenue, followed by Taita Taveta at 66 percent.
The revisions follow the Jamhuri Day celebrations at State House on December 12, where a total of 881 Kenyans were honored for their service and contributions to society.
In a statement issued on Saturday, December 20, the Deputy Inspectors General of Police, Eliud Lagat and Gilbert Masengeli, declared the two areas security-disturbed and dangerous. The move followed a security review carried out earlier in the day by the two officers alongside officials from the Ministry of Interior.
Judge Wanjala highlighted how e-filing, virtual hearings, online legal research, and digital record management have become essential tools in the modern justice system. Despite these advancements, he noted, technology must remain accessible, flexible, and designed with the users’ needs in mind.
The Defence Ministry further thanked regional and international partners, emphasising that collaborative efforts are key to the success of peacekeeping missions.
The areas affected are Hillo Gorgora, Hillo Orofa, Hillo Walkite, Hillo Tanzania, Hillo Irress Abamartille, Hillo Gootu, Hillo Tessum Qalicha, Hillo Karray, Hillo Hudda, Hillo Qoranjido, Hillo Irress Shindia, Hillo Rabaalee, and Hillo Godde Haroressa.
In a separate move, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has revoked Professor Ben Chumo’s appointment as Chairman of the Kenyatta University Council. Ogamba appointed Professor Clara Samiji Momanyi as the new Chairperson, with a three-year term starting December 19.
In a press statement dated December 16 and released on December 19, the bureau noted that Kibet’s efforts helped maintain stability and continuity in the execution of KLB’s mandate while the leadership transition was underway.
The Deputy President made the remarks on Friday at the Kenya Wildlife Service Law Enforcement Academy in Manyani, Taita Taveta county, while presiding over the graduation of 147 cadet officers and 103 junior officers.
Mombasa County Assembly has approved the 2025 Finance Bill, introducing new port, parking, dumping and fumigation charges, while cutting quarry transport fees, effective for 2026 once gazetted.
The festival will culminate with the renowned goat auction, presided over by President William Ruto. Cheboi encouraged leaders, locals, and visitors to support farmers by purchasing naturally salted goats for the Christmas and New Year celebrations.
To ensure smooth coordination, family members and the funeral committee are holding daily meetings at 4 pm at United Kenya Club in Nairobi. Additional planning sessions are taking place at Whispers Gigiri, Maili Saba in Kitale, and Lumakanda in Lugari.
The court’s order affects the Cooperation Framework signed on December 4 and comes in response to a petition by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah. The petition claims that the deal may contravene the Constitution in several ways, including bypassing Parliament under the Treaty Making and Ratification Act, ignoring public participation, breaching rules on public finance and devolution, and violating privacy rights. In granting the order, the court emphasised the need to protect transparency, accountability and the rule of law.
The DP said KWS has adopted modern surveillance systems, including AI-enabled tools, drones, satellite-linked patrol equipment, and upgraded digital radio networks to improve protection across parks and conservancies.
Justice Nixon Sifuna, who delivered the ruling, partially allowed a civil case filed by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) seeking to recover wealth allegedly acquired illegally during Waititu’s tenure. The commission had sought the seizure of assets totaling Sh1.9 billion, but the court approved confiscation of only those for which there was insufficient explanation regarding their source.
Kindiki said the expansion will strengthen Kenya’s position in leisure, adventure, and MICE tourism, while ensuring that tourism gains reach counties beyond traditional destinations.