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The party explained that the nomination process is anchored on Article 61(1) of its constitution, alongside Rule 7(1) and Part VIII of its Party Elections and Nomination Rules, which guide internal electoral procedures.
The Jubilee official argued that the so-called United Opposition does not have a formal written agreement outlining its principles, structure, and membership.
Appearing before the committee to defend the department’s budget estimates on Monday, Principal Secretary for Cabinet Affairs in the Office of the Deputy President, Idris Salim Dokota attributed the delays to challenges with the government’s Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system, but MPs dismissed the explanation, citing stronger performance by other agencies using the same platform.
Led by Maara MP Kareke Mbiuki, the committee said the absence was affecting its ability to properly interrogate the ministry’s spending plans and delayed progress on final budget approvals.
The Employment Act, 2007, requires that employees must retain at least one-third of their basic salary after deductions. However, audit reports now indicate that a rising number of workers are falling below this threshold as statutory and financial deductions continue to accumulate.
The fresh application places the medical evidence at the centre of the constitutional petitions seeking to overturn Gachagua’s impeachment.
Kioni explained that the changes were informed by prolonged internal struggles between factions allied to him and those linked to East African Legislative Assembly MP Kanini Kega, which weakened party operations and triggered leadership disputes.
The department further cautioned that some areas within the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin and the Rift Valley are likely to experience heavy downpours during the forecast period.
Felix Odinga Okumu was presented before the court after his arrest in connection with the murder of Reverend Julius Ndumia, who was killed during a violent incident at PCEA Tabuga Church earlier this month.
Commission Chief Executive Officer Peter Leley told Members of Parliament that the funding remains key in addressing growing mental health concerns among police officers, especially those working in remote and high-pressure areas.
Speaking at the University of Nairobi on Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron stressed that building real independence in technology will require heavy investment in infrastructure, especially in energy production, computing capacity and digital systems that can support artificial intelligence development across both Africa and Europe.
The campaign gathered pace on Sunday evening shortly after French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at State House, Nairobi, when Ruto introduced the former Supreme Court judge to the French leader as Kenya’s official candidate for election to the ICC bench.
The French leader interrupted the session during discussions centred on culture and youth voices, telling delegates that the constant disruptions showed disrespect to those addressing the gathering.
The commission has called for stronger enforcement of sexual offences laws, improved safeguarding systems, and expanded access to education and healthcare, warning that every case signals systemic gaps in protecting vulnerable children.
A women’s movement lobby led by former senator Gloria Orwoba has petitioned Kenya’s Ministry of Public Service, Gender and Affirmative Action, urging urgent reforms to address misogyny, harassment, online abuse and intimidation, including in politics.
The multi-agency team destroyed 380 litres of busaa and 40 litres of changaa. The authority says the crackdown is part of efforts to enforce alcohol control laws and curb illegal brewing activities in the region.
The corporation said the structures were erected unlawfully on railway property and dismissed claims circulating online, maintaining it has followed due legal process while reclaiming railway reserve land across the country.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Aligula said counties must move beyond basic support roles and actively invest in infrastructure such as landing sites, ice plants and fish processing facilities to strengthen the value chain.
Eric Aligula, Head of the Oceans and Blue Economy in the Office of the President, says Kenya’s blue economy contributes about 2% of GDP. He cites weak infrastructure and less than 13% fisheries exploitation.
The summit brings together French President Emmanuel Macron and about 30 heads of state in Nairobi, making it one of the largest diplomatic events hosted in Kenya in recent years.
The new laws are expected to strengthen tax administration, widen incentives for investors operating in special economic zones and establish a stronger legal structure for technology-driven cities and large-scale strategic projects
In a statement issued on Sunday, Cabinet Secretary Hanna Cheptumo expressed shock, sorrow and outrage over the death of the child from Muthokima Ward in Tharaka North Sub-County following her disappearance and the recovery of her body.
In the review of KFS accounts for the financial year ending June 30, 2025, Gathungu flagged gaps in governance, missing financial records and possible violations of the law in agreements involving community forest associations.
Speaking during a public address on Sunday, the Mandera Woman Representative claimed local communities had endured intimidation, insecurity, and disruption of daily activities due to the presence of the forces in the area.
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Ng’ong’o said the institution has supported generations of creatives, cultural exchange programmes and language training initiatives extending from Nairobi to regional town.
Committee work has also been affected, with meetings frequently cancelled due to poor attendance or absent witnesses. Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, governors, and heads of state agencies have increasingly skipped summons, frustrating oversight work
Participants said they had compiled 60 priority proposals after extensive consultations, which have been captured in a white paper set to be submitted to African heads of state attending the summit.
The French President noted that relations between Kenya and France had grown stronger since his first state visit to Kenya seven years ago, which marked the first official trip by a French Head of State to the country.
Ruto said Kenya and France have maintained close diplomatic relations since 1963, when France became one of the first countries to recognise Kenya’s independence.
Set to be held in Nairobi from May 11-12, 2026, the summit brought together heads of state, defense experts, and regional policymakers to discuss security cooperation, economic resilience, and the strengthening of defense partnerships among other important subjects.