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Brian Muinde Kimithi, 19, a St. John’s University student, has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct in connection with the reported rape of a St. Joseph woman.
Addressing the MPs, Kenya National Chamber of Commerce regional chairperson Nickel Tarel backed the proposal, saying it would guarantee Safaricom’s independence from government control and raise funds to complete stalled development projects.
Speaking to the press on February 7, 2026, Nuno said those involved in crime have only two choices: abandon their activities or leave the entire Coast region.
Detectives swooped in and arrested the suspects, identified as Samuel Ogando Odoyo, a member of the Kenya Defence Forces; Onyango Nelson Kasera, a police officer; and Joseph Mulwa Mwambi, a civilian.
A major focus of the session will be the government’s response to criminal gangs operating in different parts of the country. MPs want Murkomen to explain what security agencies are doing to dismantle these groups and stop their activities, amid claims that some gangs are linked to political interests.
Failure to comply or attempts to bypass the sanctions are considered offences under POT-TFR regulations. The frozen assets include hundreds of millions of shillings across accounts belonging to ten Kenyans and three foreign nationals.
At the same time, the church demanded swift action from Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja against those involved in the Nyeri attack.
A recent report from the Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA), submitted to Parliament, reveals that at least 17 counties owe more than 20 per cent of their annual revenue in pending bills.
The Small Claims Court was rolled out in April 2021 to offer an affordable and fast option for resolving civil disputes involving amounts not exceeding Sh 1 million. The courts were introduced to reduce delays and limit lengthy litigation that often locks out ordinary citizens.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen re-appointed Yakub Rashid Abdullahi as Non-Executive Chairperson of the Firearms Licensing Board under the Firearms Act.
In a message addressed to ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga, Salah said his involvement has always been driven by a desire to strengthen the party and widen its reach. He maintained that his actions were meant to support, not undermine, ODM and its leadership.
According to the Auditor-General, the county’s records are unclear on which biological assets are still under county control and which have been handed out.
The Ministry of Labour, through the State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs, confirmed that 1,213,214 beneficiaries are set to receive Sh2,000 each for the January cycle, with disbursements starting on Thursday, February 6, 2026.
The ministry said it has received complaints from applicants who are unable to select the A and B Series booklets when applying online.
Among the top appointments, Maj. Gen. Alphazrd Muthuri Kiugu has been named Chairperson of the Anti-Doping Agency for a three-year term, replacing the official appointed in 2024.
The shutdown will take place from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am between February 6 and 13, affecting the corridor from the University of Nairobi Roundabout to Westlands Roundabout.
In a statement issued by ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga, the party said it was necessary to make its stance clear following public attention around activities linked to Salah that had been wrongly associated with ODM.
President Ruto met Coast leaders at State House, Mombasa, on Thursday evening, where he said his administration was committed to unlocking the region’s economic potential.
The PS explained that the victim has now received medical attention and her full salary, including any outstanding arrears. She has also been supported in seeking legal assistance related to the assault.
The decision restores the agency’s authority to arrest, detain, and prosecute him under the law.
Investigators also found a cash bail receipt tied to a separate attempted robbery with violence case. One suspect reportedly has an active arrest warrant in that case.
With Wambua stepping down, the Commission has begun the process of finding a new CEO and Commission Secretary, following the Constitution, the Commission on Administrative Justice Act, and public service regulations.
Ruto reiterated that his administration remains focused on implementing its development agenda and urged Kenyans to judge leaders by their tangible programmes rather than slogans.
Garissa Governor Nathif Jama, Lagdera MP Mohamed Abdikadir, Garissa County Commissioner Mohamed Mwabudzo and other local leaders presided over the event, describing it as a major milestone in bringing government services closer to the people.
The Auditor-General has flagged unsupported balances, a Sh14.5 million payroll variance and Sh157.8 million unreconciled transfers in Bomet County’s 2024/25 accounts, prompting tough questioning by senators over financial controls.
ICJ Kenya has condemned CCTV-recorded police assaults in a Nandi Hills pool hall and urged IPOA and the ODPP to launch swift criminal investigations and prosecutions beyond internal disciplinary action.
According to court records, the offence occurred on the morning of August 22, 2024, at Mirizani Village, Mwaluphamba location, Shimba Hills sub-county, Kwale County.
ODM leader Oburu Odinga has clarified party policy after Edwin Sifuna’s Citizen TV remarks, affirming the legitimacy of ODM organs and stressing unity, discipline and structured coalition planning.
Karua cast doubt on the integrity of the process, saying the decision to appoint an acting CEO from outside the existing deputy structure was difficult to justify, given the temporary nature of the role.
Under Houghton, Amnesty Kenya established 165 Circles of Conscience in 35 counties, creating a robust grassroots network that has strengthened human rights advocacy at the local level.