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Police Spokesman Muchiri Nyagah, in a statement on Wednesday evening, said the intervention targets areas within Tseikuru and Ukasi in Kitui County, where repeated attacks have been reported in recent weeks.
According to the report, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations increased its personnel from 6,712 in 2024 to 7,460 in 2025, adding 748 officers within a year. The unit remains largely male-dominated, with 6,433 men making up 86 percent and 1,027 women accounting for 14 percent.
Mandera County IEBC coordinator, Aadan Harar, said the commission had achieved about 73% of its 25,000-voter target across Mandera’s six constituencies.
Kibiwott’s appointment is expected to further energise ongoing national efforts as Kenya seeks to meet its reforestation targets and strengthen environmental sustainability initiatives across the country.
Samburu MPs led by Naisula Lesuuda have rejected a proposal by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and Public Service Commission to downgrade the county’s hardship classification, warning it could affect teachers and learners.
The debate comes days after a brutal daytime attack at Kwa Kamari Trading Centre in Tseikuru subcounty, where seven people were killed when heavily armed assailants struck without warning.
In a statement, the senator described his late mother as a pillar of strength and a central figure in the family whose life was defined by faith, humility and service.
The statement further indicated that the most critical period will be between May 2 and May 3, when river levels are expected to peak. During this time, widespread flooding could affect areas such as Garissa, Hola, and Garsen, with water spilling into nearby floodplains and delta regions.
Officials from Kenya Ports Authority said MSC’s presence reflects Kenya’s rising role in global maritime labour supply, with Dr Sudi Mwasinago noting growing opportunities for Kenyan workers in international shipping and hospitality.
Court of Appeal judge Francis Tuiyott, during a Judicial Service Commission interview for a Supreme Court position, raised questions on whether “consent” in FGM cases is truly free, urging courts to interpret the law with Kenya’s constitutional history.
Kindiki said the government is shifting from debt-driven financing to a model that leverages private capital to fund critical infrastructure projects.
The National Gender and Equality Commission says it is concerned about killings affecting women and girls in Kitui County. In a meeting with county officials and the Deputy County Commissioner, NGEC urged stronger prevention and faster reporting.
In a second operation at the Kenya–Uganda border, officers based at Malaba Police Station stopped another attempt to smuggle drugs into the country. The suspect, Julius Okadapao, a 31-year-old Ugandan national, was arrested at the Posta area in Malaba after his luggage raised suspicion among officers on duty.
PS Mang'eni says Africa should turn critical mineral deposits into jobs and prosperity through local processing, MSME participation and formal support for artisanal miners, using blended finance and technology.
The National Police Service says heavy rains have raised river levels, increasing flood risk for downstream communities. Kenya Red Cross reports flooding across Nairobi and other counties, with hundreds of households affected and rescues underway.
Mudavadi said conflicts in different parts of the world, including the Middle East and Eastern Europe, are continuing to affect Kenya through higher fuel prices and increased transport costs, putting pressure on public spending.
The ruling is a major setback for operators who have been pushing Kenya’s Nganya culture.
Local reports and security updates indicate that at least seven people have been killed in recent attacks connected to the cross-border clashes, heightening fear among residents and prompting renewed calls for intervention.
Heavy rainfall has caused flooding across counties including Nairobi, Machakos and Kajiado, affecting hundreds of households and disrupting transport. Kenya Red Cross says rescues, assessments and evacuations are ongoing as rainfall continues.
During the trial, the prosecution maintained that the officers acted together in inflicting the injuries that caused the death of the suspect while he was under their care. A total of 14 witnesses testified to support the case presented in court.
Ruto said the country had moved away from the economic pressure that marked the period after the Covid-19 shock, describing the current situation as one of recovery and growth.
Principal Administrative Secretary Beverly Opwora urged Kenyans to share timely, accurate information with security officials to curb emerging threats. She said chiefs and local structures support early warning, disaster response and peacebuilding.
Principal Administrative Secretary Beverly Opwora says Kenya’s national administration system—through regional commissioners, chiefs and village elders—links citizens to services, supports ID verification, and mobilises communities for programmes, security and disaster response.
KPLC officials told the committee that delays were partly caused by disruptions following the collapse of the Finance Bill 2024, which affected payments to contractors. However, MPs dismissed the explanation, insisting that the agency must take responsibility for delivery.
Weather-related shocks remain a major factor driving hunger. The report shows that one-third of people experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity in 2024 were in countries where extreme weather events were the main cause.
NCIC CEO Daniel Mutegi says Kenya is strengthening legal and institutional tools to curb hate speech and political incitement ahead of the 2027 elections. Mutegi outlines a three-phase peace roadmap and notes the NCIC Act Bill is in third reading.
The standoff had seen governors refuse to appear before key Senate committees, a move that disrupted oversight work and triggered sharp exchanges over how counties are monitored and held accountable.
Matiba stressed that procurement and supply chain systems play a central role in managing such risks because they determine how goods and services move from source markets to consumers.
According to the Kenya National Gender and Corruption Survey 2025 by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, bribery in procurement remains widespread, with at least 1.5 percent of service seekers reporting paying bribes in procurement processes, averaging about Sh24,020 per case. Overall, nearly 38.9 percent of Kenyans reported experiencing corruption when accessing public services
A large part of the risk is linked to the country’s deep reliance on mobile money services, with more than 30 million users and over $50 billion (about Sh6.45 trillion) processed annually.