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Former IEBC CEO James Oswago says Kenya’s voter registration targets are unrealistic, citing weak civic mobilisation, short registration drives and low funding as key barriers to higher voter turnout.
Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho defended the framework, saying it is already anchored in law and cannot be altered through subsidiary regulations. He explained that the key goal is to ensure smoother and faster distribution of funds to beneficiaries.
According to the 2024/25 State of the Judiciary and the Administration of Justice report, courts resolved 647,686 cases against 621,425 new filings, achieving a 104 percent case clearance rate. This contributed to a 30 percent reduction in backlog and a 3 percent drop in pending cases overall.
Investigators say the trio had been running a coordinated cyber fraud operation involving hacking into email accounts, swapping SIM cards and gaining unauthorized access to mobile banking systems, allowing them to drain funds from victims’ accounts.
Budget figures show a continued gap between what the judiciary receives and what it needs. In the 2024/2025 financial year, the institution was allocated about Sh21.85 billion against a requirement of roughly Sh44.9 billion. For the 2025/2026 financial year, funding rose to about Sh24.94 billion, while the need stood at around Sh40.1 billion, leaving a shortfall of over 35 percent.
At the centre of the case are allegations of irregular procurement and questionable financial transactions in the Kiambu County Government, mainly linked to road projects and how contracts were awarded.
Police confirmed that the two are in custody after being presented in court, where detectives obtained 10-day custodial orders to allow for further investigations.
Deputy Chief Registrar Paul Ndemo sexplained that the traditional court setup is largely confrontational, where one side wins and the other loses, a situation that can deepen disagreements rather than resolve them fully.
The Kenya Transporters Association has ordered immediate freight rate reviews after a Sh40 diesel price jump lifted operating costs by about 13–14%, following EPRA’s latest fuel price review.
DCI officers arrested four suspects in Athi River after raids on two houses and an apartment, seizing cannabis and targeting suspected trafficking networks affecting vulnerable communities.
Officials at the depots demonstrated automated monitoring systems showing real-time fuel levels. In Nairobi, tanks were shown holding millions of litres, including 10 million litres of diesel and more than 2.4 million litres of super petrol. Kisumu depots reported over 11 million litres of petrol and about 23 million litres of diesel.
Mudavadi emphasized that Kenya’s democratic progress depends on maintaining peace, assuring citizens that the government is committed to delivering credible elections.
Maangi told the Committee that Oryx received a direct request for proposal from the State Department of Petroleum on March 19, 2026, seeking urgent fuel supplies to cushion the country against global disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
According to the board, the appointment follows a structured selection process designed to identify a candidate with extensive experience in infrastructure development and large-scale project delivery across multiple international markets.
Speaking in Mombasa, Ida made it clear that despite her proximity to influential political figures, she does not consider herself part of the political class.
Mudavadi, however, stressed that the success of devolution depends on strong institutions and effective oversight. He said county assemblies are “indispensable” in ensuring accountability and faithful implementation of the Constitution. He added that devolution has improved access to resources and increased public participation, but still requires continued strengthening.
The case now places the Supreme Court at the centre of a defining constitutional question on how far the State can go in regulating online content while protecting digital rights and freedom of expression.
Omwoyo raised concern over what he described as a “crisis of deep stories,” saying many important investigative reports are not fully developed due to limited support for watchdog journalism.
In a ruling delivered on April 13, 2026, Justice L. P. Kassan found that the applicant had failed to meet the legal threshold required to grant stay orders.
The committee is focusing on how counties are using technology to improve revenue collection, strengthen transparency, and reduce losses in public funds. Lawmakers are also checking whether IFMIS is fully applied in financial processes to improve reporting and automate operations.
Senator Kajwang said the hearings are not intended to punish governors but to interrogate how public resources are used and to help counties improve financial management. He added that many of the audit concerns are systemic and can be addressed through cooperation between the two levels of government.
Chomba further explained that even stations handling large volumes are not spared, saying outlets that sell up to 5,000 litres a day can run out of fuel within hours due to supply bottlenecks and uneven distribution.
The Linda Mwananchi delegation accused government-linked actors of enabling rising cases of political violence and goonism, saying the attack on Osotsi reflects a wider pattern of intimidation targeting leaders in the country.
The committee reviewed financial records showing that the embassy was allocated Sh 401.44 million for the 2025/26 financial year, with Sh 366.44 million set aside for recurrent spending and Sh 35 million for development work.
The Narok Senator argued that leaders who have already served as governors and are linked to financial impropriety should face a permanent political lockout from the Senate.
Police said the weapons, handed over on Monday by two individuals, were accompanied by magazines and ammunition and have since been secured in the station armoury as investigations and further action continue under the amnesty-led disarmament exercise.
Laikipia Woman Rep Jane Kagiri says cheap sanitary towel imports are undercutting Kenya’s 10 local manufacturers, slashing jobs and leaving capacity idle, as she defends an Eco levy to support domestic production.
Petroleum outlets chair Martin Chomba noted that fuel imports are largely handled through agreements involving firms from Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, with the government stepping in to guarantee transactions due to the strategic importance of fuel.
Coastal counties, including Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale, Lamu and Tana River will also experience overnight showers, with light morning rainfall along the coast and isolated thunderstorms developing in the afternoon.
Sankok also questioned the rise of political donations and empowerment initiatives, saying it is difficult to explain how public officials are able to distribute large amounts of money within short periods.