Vihiga police arrest suspect, seize 100 litres of Illicit brew in Emuhaya raid
The suspect remains in custody and is expected to be arraigned in court to face charges related to possession and distribution of illicit alcohol and suspected drugs
The suspect remains in custody and is expected to be arraigned in court to face charges related to possession and distribution of illicit alcohol and suspected drugs
The NTSA ordered an immediate shutdown of Nicco Movers 1 Sacco and revoked its operator licence, directing all its vehicles to stop operating. The action follows investigations linked to the death of a KMTC student on Thika Road.
Senator Kibwana sought clarification from the Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations on what she termed as ‘alarming gaps’ in the issuance of national identity cards, passports and birth certificates.
KAM argues that unpredictability in tax regimes continues to undermine investor confidence in the manufacturing sector
Kindiki assured the National Gender and Equality Commission of continued government backing, saying its independence and role in promoting fairness will be protected and strengthened.
Efforts to trace the rightful owners of the recovered devices were successful, with victims positively identifying their phones at the police station
Records show ministries and departments sought approval to spend Sh276.7 billion under the emergency clause. However, only Sh206.8 billion was cleared, leaving Sh70 billion without approval.
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said the allocation includes Sh7.5 billion for upgrading the national electricity grid, a project aimed at addressing transmission and distribution challenges that have emerged as more households and businesses are connected to the power network.
Under Regulation 70(1) of the Public Service Commission Regulations, 2020, the mandatory retirement age in public service is set at 60 years, and 65 years for persons with disabilities.
The tour comes at a time when opposition figures are stepping up consultations on leadership unity and electoral strategy, including discussions on fielding a single presidential candidate in the next election cycle
The allocation would support programmes aimed at strengthening fisheries production, expanding aquaculture, and improving supporting infrastructure across the sector
According to the NPS, many of the products sold through illegal channels are manufactured in unsafe environments and often contain harmful substances that expose consumers to severe health risks.
The rise in sales boosted earnings from PS Kenya's health products business, which brought in Sh747 million during the year. The segment accounted for 54 percent of the organisation's total revenue of Sh1.37 billion, underlining the growing role of consumer purchases in supporting reproductive health access.
Presenting the budget statement on June 11, 2026, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said a secure environment is a prerequisite for sustained economic activity and investor confidence.
The funding gap is expected to pose challenges to some of the Judiciary's planned activities even as courts continue to deal with heavy workloads and growing demand for services.
CS Mbadi revealed that a special review committee examined 91,911 claims valued at more than Sh637 billion, approving 29,885 claims worth Sh235.6 billion for payment after verification.
During his state visit to Finland on Thursday, President Ruto said Kenya offers wide economic opportunities and has positioned itself as a safe destination for innovation and investment, especially in the digital economy.
These targeted allocations sit alongside complementary measures intended to deepen industry links and stimulate job creation
The agency emphasized that its mandate is not to interfere with lawful business activities but to combat the illegal trade in counterfeit products.
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi says the strategy is aimed at speeding up industrialisation and expanding key infrastructure by bringing in private capital alongside public funding
A major share has gone to input support measures, with Sh18 billion allocated to the fertiliser subsidy programme to ease costs for farmers and improve harvests. Another Sh2 billion has been set aside for seed subsidies, while Sh1 billion will fund efforts to revive coffee farming through the coffee seedlings programme.
Treasury CS John Mbadi says the government is using public-private partnerships, the National Infrastructure Fund, and strategic investments to deliver roads, energy, water, and industrial projects while safeguarding fiscal sustainability
The allocation follows a long-running dispute between the National Assembly and the Senate over the Division of Revenue Bill, 2026, which delayed agreement on how national revenue would be shared. The matter was resolved after seven mediation sessions that produced a final compromise.
Speaking during the presentation of the 2026/27 Budget Statement in the National Assembly on Thursday, Mbadi said the reform will eliminate manual procurement processes and close all exemptions, stating: “Beginning July 1, 2026 there will be no exemption to procure outside the system,” as the government pushes for greater transparency and accountability in public spending.
Wetang’ula emphasized that the Constitution does not place any obligation on the President to attend the budget presentation, noting that the process is handled by the National Treasury and Parliament.
John Mbadi arrived at Parliament Buildings with a marked budget vehicle and security escort ahead of the 3pm Budget reading for 2026/27, where he is expected to present Sh4.84 trillion spending.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says Kenya is pushing reforms to strengthen action on gender-based violence and femicide. The State is implementing recommendations already underway, while further proposals move through Cabinet approval and Parliament for legal backing.
State House is among the highest spenders on foreign travel, coming second only to the Foreign Affairs department. During the review period, State House spent Sh1.3 billion on foreign travel and Sh69 million on local travel.
The National Assembly Trade committee has launched investigations into an imported raw sugar consignment linked to Mombasa Sugar Refinery after concerns over traceability, safety details, and movement from Mombasa to Nairobi and Kisumu.
Official records indicate that one Kenyan was rescued from Cambodia in 2023, but between February and June 2026 alone, 360 Kenyans were repatriated from the country.