He warned that the situation points to systemic lapses within implementing agencies, including the State Department for Housing and Urban Development and the National Land Commission.
By Bradley BosireMaangi told the Committee that Oryx received a direct request for proposal from the State Department of Petroleum on March 19, 2026, seeking urgent fuel supplies to cushion the country against global disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
By Bradley BosireCourt documents from the family’s lawyers reveal that Nkanu was initially admitted to Atlantis Hospital in Lagos with a mild illness that worsened over time.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe developments come amid growing public concern over the treatment and welfare of vulnerable populations in the capital, particularly street families.
By Bradley BosireThrough a letter issued on Tuesday, the DPP instructed the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to reopen the case and examine the circumstances that led to the singer’s death. Detectives were directed to complete the probe and submit their report to the prosecution within seven days.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement issued on Monday, the Authority said Matoke had been held at the police post as he awaited transfer and formal booking at Muthangari Police Station in Nairobi County on Thursday, December 11, 2025. His death occurred at around 7 p.m under circumstances that remain unclear.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe National Assembly’s Special Funds Accounts Committee expressed frustration with CEO Henry Tanui, who could not provide the full records of borrowers, repayments, and fund disbursement, one year after queries were first raised.
By Maureen KinyanjuiLegislators said the shift from the previous Linda Mama Programme has left many women without support, exposing them to unnecessary confinement after delivery.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn its announcement, the Commission explained that the matter will not be handled internally alone. It will invite the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to carry out independent reviews over what the Commission described as suspected financial issues. These external probes will run alongside the internal disciplinary proceedings.
By Rose AchiengAviation Principal Secretary Teresia Mbaika said the inquiry, led by the Air Accident Investigation Department, is expected to run for 30 days to allow experts to conduct a full analysis of the wreckage and determine the cause of the accident.
By Maureen KinyanjuiDetectives from Kabete Police Station have begun reviewing the recovered CCTV footage and collecting forensic evidence to help identify the culprits. Preliminary findings suggest the attackers may have had prior knowledge of the school’s layout.
By Ann NyamburaTSC Director for Legal, Labour and Industrial Relations Cavin Anyuor revealed that since January 2024, the commission has received 111 reports of sexual misconduct involving teachers. The complaints range from sexual relations with learners to harassment, flirtation and sodomy. He said these cases are handled through the Code of Regulations for Teachers.
By Rose AchiengAppearing before the National Assembly Committee on Public Debt and Privatization, Kenya Airways chief executive officer Allan Kilavuka gave a detailed account of how the 2012 expansion plan aimed at transforming the airline into Africa’s leading carrier by 2021 turned into one of the country’s most costly corporate failures.
By Rose AchiengSenators are seeking answers from both security agencies and Del Monte Kenya Limited, demanding information on the number of incidents, the identities of those responsible, and measures taken to prevent further human rights violations.
By Maureen KinyanjuiInvestigators have already questioned more than 15 people, including colleagues, employees, boda boda operators at the crime scene, bank staff he dealt with, and individuals he met at a restaurant along Jakaya Kikwete Road shortly before he was gunned down on September 9.
By Maureen KinyanjuiWainaina described the experience of being arrested as distressing but said it could not compare to the grief faced by Mbobu’s family and colleagues.
By Rose AchiengMachakos Deputy County Commissioner David Rotich confirmed that no students sustained physical injuries. However, a few were treated for trauma at Machakos Level 5 Hospital before being released and taken back to the school.
By Glory KathuriThe commission said its probe is examining accusations that Sh700 million was paid in salaries to ghost workers. The inquiry also focuses on conflict of interest in the awarding of contracts worth Sh265 million to Takaful Insurance of Africa Ltd and Tina Gardens Hotel, companies alleged to be linked to the Governor.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Interior Boss expressed concern over the increasing cult-related fatalities, describing them as a result of weakened communal responsibility and vigilance.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTo facilitate the investigations, EACC has directed the Assembly to provide original documents, including the procurement plan and budget for 2023/2024, conflict-of-interest registers, tender records, evaluation reports, payment vouchers, IFMIS statements, and bank details of the winning bidder.
By Maureen KinyanjuiNTSA and NEMA were questioned over inclusivity in their recruitment processes, with the committee directing both to broaden the scope of job advertisements to reach more ethnic groups.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe CS noted that individuals trained by the government on the use of weapons have a greater duty than civilians and must not use their skills to threaten the public.
By Maureen KinyanjuiHer mother, Lucy Ngugi, painfully recalled the moment the bullet tore through their home.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMembers questioned a 2014 feasibility study that cost Sh163 million, which was not approved by the Ministry of Energy, yet KenGen is now seeking new consultants to update it.
By Rose Achieng