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Since the establishment of SHA, the Digital Health Agency (DHA) has provided healthcare providers with a portal to support the submission and transmission of claims to SHA, particularly during the transition period.
The economist also raised concerns over the speed of the investment process and the absence, in his view, of sufficient public information on the project's economic projections
The refinery is being developed at a time when Kenya remains heavily dependent on imported petroleum products. Data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics shows that petroleum-product imports increased by 12.2% to 5.5 million tonnes in 2025, while domestic demand rose by 9.9% to 5.7 million tonnes. The country's petroleum import bill stood at Sh528.8 billion during the year
The Sh2.2 trillion investment comes as Lamu continues to emerge from years of insecurity linked to attacks by Al-Shabaab militants, which affected communities, businesses and access to essential services, especially in areas bordering Boni Forest.
While the court declined to stop the September 30 groundbreaking, it directed that no changes be made to the disputed land as the legal process continues.
Speaking at the refinery launch in Mokowe, Lamu County, on Wednesday, Ugandan President said the project should be viewed beyond its location in Kenya and as part of a wider effort to strengthen economic links between neighbouring countries.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony in Mokowe, Lamu County, on Wednesday, Ruto said investors should be regarded as development partners and warned those he accused of using disputes and court cases to seek private negotiations with investors
Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony in Lamu on Wednesday, Timamy criticised those who had gone to court seeking to stop the development, accusing them of acting against the interests of local residents.
ong the products expected from the facility is polypropylene, which he said could help meet the needs of Kenya’s plastics manufacturers.
MV Da Yang docked at the port on Saturday carrying 2,930 metric tonnes of heavy construction machinery to be used in the development of the Sh2.2 trillion refinery.
The proposed refinery is expected to have the capacity to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil a day, which would make it the largest refinery in East Africa once completed.
According to Marubu, she reached out to Timamy six times during the mobilisation exercise but received no response and said the governor did not organise any grassroots mobilisation meeting.
Resident Magistrate Flavian Mulama convicted Issa after ruling that prosecution evidence proved he was found in possession of narcotics and items linked to drug preparation and distribution.
According to the statement by KDF on Monday, the explosives were discovered during intelligence-led route clearance patrols targeting critical transport corridors used by both security personnel and civilians, highlighting the persistent threat posed by terrorist groups despite sustained military pressure in the region.
Ledama Olekina argued that the Controller of Budget's recent report on county governments' local and foreign travel expenditure risks being viewed as a distraction instead of serving as a meaningful accountability mechanism.
The senator raised concerns about the transparency of the acquisition process, compensation of affected residents and the continued expansion of military facilities in the area, saying local communities deserve clear answers regarding the use of their ancestral land.
The President also addressed the long-running challenge of squatters and absentee landlords, saying it remains one of the most complex land issues in the region.
The ongoing operation has brought together Kenya Red Cross aqua divers, Beach Management Units, and local fishing boats familiar with the channel, all working jointly to scan the waters in a continuous effort to locate the missing persons.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the bus, registration number KCW 208A, belonging to Buscar Sacco, was travelling from Lamu to Nairobi when it was flagged down for checks.
In a judgement delivered by Resident Magistrate Hon. Flavian Mulama, Diana Akinyi Simiyu was found guilty of trafficking in persons contrary to Section 3(1) as read with Section 3(5) of the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Act, 2010. The court ruled that the prosecution had proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.
Governor Timamy spoke during the awarding of scholarships under the KCB Foundation 2026 Senior School Scholarship Programme at the Lamu County Headquarters on Monday.
The occasion, flagged off by Aisha Miraj, the Lamu County Executive Committee Member for Trade and Tourism, marked a vibrant showcase of athletic skill and traditional festivities.
These recent busts highlight the scale of the drug problem Kenya faces, especially the illegal trade and rising use of cannabis. The National Police Service annual crime report shows that 3,860 people were arrested for possession in a recent year, 722 were arrested for trafficking, and 164 were arrested for cultivation.
According to the National Police Service (NPS), the operation was launched after officers received a tip-off warning of suspected criminal activity inside a house in Wiyoni.
The training is part of a broader effort to bridge the digital divide and tackle rising youth unemployment, particularly in underserved and rural areas.
Lamu Police Commissioner Wesley Koech has revealed that initial intelligence suggests more than 70 suspected militia members.