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CS Murkomen calls for continuous police training to curb brutality at public gatherings
Murkomen emphasized that proper and regular training is key to reducing incidents of police brutality during public gatherings.
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IEBC opens 12,520 temporary positions ahead of nationwide voter registration
Applicants must be Kenyan citizens aged 19 and above, with a minimum of KCSE grade C- (minus) or its equivalent, and possess computer skills.
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ODM’s Philip Etale urges youth to seek change through the ballot, not streets
Drawing from his own experience, Etale spoke about the deep physical and emotional pain he endured during past anti government protests. He linked his health struggles to repeated exposure to tear gas during demonstrations, saying the impact stayed with him long after the protests ended.
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Kisumu Governor confirms SGR phase 2B and 2C construction to begin in March
The SGR Phase 2B line will stretch approximately 264 kilometres, forming a vital connection between the Lake Region and Kenya’s wider railway network.
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Murang’a, Nakuru and Kiambu lead in county automation drive
Murang’a achieved a score of 98.3 per cent, leading all 47 counties. Nakuru followed with 87.3 per cent, Kiambu with 83.9 per cent, Kisumu at 81.2 per cent, and Meru completed the top five in the ranking.
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Kenya launches Unified Digital Platform for diaspora services
Kenya’s Consulate General in Dubai has announced integration of diaspora services on a unified eCitizen–DIIMS platform, centralising registration, emergency requests and crisis reporting for Kenyans living abroad.
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NTSA unveils Sh42bn smart licences, instant fines system
The project is expected to cost Sh42 billion in the first two to three years, funded entirely through private debt and equity. Under the programme, 700 fixed and 300 mobile speed enforcement cameras will be installed along highways, supported by a National Command and Control Centre to monitor compliance.
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Dennis Onsarigo predicts coalition politics ahead of 2027 election
The Orange Democratic Movement has been struggling to maintain unity since the death of its long-time leader in late 2025. Tensions flared in February 2026 when the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) dismissed Secretary General Edwin Sifuna over alleged indiscipline and procedural breaches. Catherine Omanyo’s appointment as his replacement intensified the divisions.
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Wandayi stands by political activities, cites legal rights for CSs
Despite serving in government, Wandayi emphasized his loyalty to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), asserting that he remains an active lifelong member.
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Etale: ODM members will rise above rivalry and come together
Etale used the biblical story of the prodigal son to illustrate his point, highlighting that even those who have strayed from the party will ultimately return.
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Onsarigo: How ODM splits could complicate Ruto’s strategy to win over Raila’s base
Within ODM, the camps led by party leader Oburu Oginga and embattled secretary general Edwin Sifuna have gone all out in the battle to inherit Raila’s political turf.
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MPs call for full audit as State Lodge land disputes rise
State House Comptroller Katoo ole Metito highlighted Kisumu and Nakuru lodges as the most affected.
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MPs reject IEBC’s Sh63 billion request, approve Sh43 billion for 2027 polls
The Commission anticipates registering 28.63 million voters, including 6.3 million new entrants identified from the National Population Register, across 55,393 polling stations, an increase of 9,169 stations from the 46,229 used in the 2022 elections.
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African youth face deepening challenges, LEAP Africa says
, Nwakanma explained that LEAP Africa, a 24-year-old youth development organization founded in Nigeria and now operating across the continent, was established to foster a new generation of African leaders.
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Uproar in National Assembly after ODM lawmakers dropped from key committees
Suba South MP Caroli Omondi is among the most affected. He has been removed as chairperson of the Constitution Implementation Oversight Committee and redirected to the Sports and Culture Committee, a shift he views as a demotion from a critical constitutional watchdog role.
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House committee clears Ida Odinga for UNEP envoy role
The report is set to be tabled during Wednesday’s plenary sitting, where Members of Parliament will debate the recommendation and vote on whether to adopt or reject it.
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Police arrest 14 over chaos at Sifuna Kakamega rally
Western Regional Police Commander Issa Mohmoud said the suspects were picked up later that evening while travelling in a private vehicle. He said they were intercepted through a joint operation between officers in Kakamega and Kisumu as they headed towards Kisumu.
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Drone strike kills M23 Spokesperson in North Kivu amid ceasefire talks
Ngoma’s death emerges as both Kinshasa and M23 work to uphold a Qatar-brokered ceasefire. The arrangement includes a joint monitoring and verification system with representatives from Qatar, the United States, and the African Union overseeing compliance.
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Karua raises alarm over Besigye’s failing health after court appearance
Karua also sent a message of support to Winnie Byanyima, Besigye’s spouse, commending her strength during what she described as a painful and prolonged period for the family.
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MP approves Sh280.8 million to protect HIV prevention efforts
National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) Acting CEO Douglas Bosire told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health that shifting global funding patterns have left prevention activities exposed.
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Head of Public service orders immediate action on Tvet audit findings
Koskei instructed that audit findings must lead to corrective measures, stressing that efficiency is measured by implementation rather than documentation.
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Kindiki: I am focused on delivering projects, not idle talk
Kindiki outlined that the government’s record will be evident through completed projects, which he said will serve as the administration’s performance benchmark ahead of future campaigns.
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Weatherman confirms early start of 2026 long rains
Meteorologists attribute the early-season rains to favorable atmospheric conditions, including enhanced convective activity linked to the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), which is expected to temporarily boost moisture and rainfall amounts in parts of the country during late February and early March.
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Overcrowded prisons threaten justice systems, Murkomen tells African delegates
Murkomen said congested prisons strain public resources, weaken rehabilitation efforts, and undermine human rights protections.
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New water projects put on hold as Parliament highlights budget constraints
Committee Chairperson MP Kangogo Bowen said ministries must avoid overextending their budgets, arguing that launching new projects while existing works remain incomplete is impractical.
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State House requests extra Sh9.17bn to close budget gap
State House Comptroller warned that the current budget would not support key projects, programmes, and operations essential to State House’s mandate.
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Huduma Kenya alerts public on fake appointment letter
The public was also reminded to report any suspicious documents immediately.
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IEBC tightens polling station security ahead of Thursday’s by-elections
Voting will be conducted using biometric verification through KIEMS kits, with polling stations operating from 6 am to 5 pm Any time lost due to delays in opening will be compensated, and voters in line at closing will still be allowed to cast their votes.
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Kenya Airports Authority opens applications for CEO role
The MD/CEO will report to the Chairperson of the Board of Directors and serve as the Accounting Officer, responsible for managing daily operations, leading strategic initiatives, driving revenue, engaging stakeholders, managing risk, and promoting efficiency across the Authority.
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Kenya embraces humane justice reforms, focuses on community supervision
The Interior CS framed the reforms as part of a broader justice transformation agenda that prioritizes dignity, accountability, and long-term social stability.