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From left: Kenya Airports Authority MD Moses Wekesa and State Department for Aviation and Aerospace PS Teresia Mbaika appear before the National Assembly Lands Committee in Parliament on 25th August, 2026. PHOTO/DAVID BOGONKO NYOKANG'I

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Wajir Airport Row: MPs send aviation PS back over land questions

A National Assembly committee sent the Aviation Principal Secretary and Kenya Airports Authority managing director back to prepare more comprehensive answers on Wajir Airport expansion plans and concerns raised by residents about demolitions, evictions and compensation.

By David Bogonko Nyokang'i 25 Aug 2026

Judiciary set for major facelift as cabinet approves Sh26 billion expansion plan

Corridors of Justice

Judiciary set for major facelift as cabinet approves Sh26 billion expansion plan

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Judiciary welcomed the approval, saying the expansion had become necessary due to increasing pressure on its current facilities.

By David Abonyo 1 Jul 2026

Analyst raises governance concerns over public infrastructure and insecurity in Kisumu

Nyanza

Analyst raises governance concerns over public infrastructure and insecurity in Kisumu

Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Nyamori pointed to Kisumu as an example, claiming that poor maintenance of critical infrastructure, especially public lighting systems, had contributed to a rise in insecurity and disrupted economic activity.

By David Abonyo 29 Jun 2026

Safina Party calls for urgent support for traders after Gikomba Market fire

Nairobi

Safina Party calls for urgent support for traders after Gikomba Market fire

The party urged authorities to investigate the recurring blazes and strengthen safety measures in public markets, saying traders deserve secure business environments rather than repeated cycles of devastating losses

By Chrispho Owuor 22 Jun 2026

Kindiki urges teachers to shape civic behaviour beyond classrooms

Education and Career

Kindiki urges teachers to shape civic behaviour beyond classrooms

The DP said Kenya’s democracy allows citizens to speak freely and demand accountability, but warned that such freedoms must be exercised responsibly and without destroying livelihoods or public infrastructure.

By Ann Nyambura 23 May 2026

Floods claim 50 lives, leave thousands homeless across 17 counties

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Floods claim 50 lives, leave thousands homeless across 17 counties

Counties affected include Nairobi, Kisumu County, Narok, and others in western and southern Kenya. Authorities report that over 12,300 homes have been swept away or rendered uninhabitable, forcing residents into temporary shelters or unsafe conditions.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 12 Mar 2026

KAA denies Adani role in JKIA upgrade

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KAA denies Adani role in JKIA upgrade

Kenya Airports Authority has clarified that India’s Adani Group is no longer involved in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport’s upgrade, confirming the proposal was cancelled and the project is fully government-funded.

By Chrispho Owuor 3 Mar 2026

Nairobi County sets up special unit to fight vandalism

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Nairobi County sets up special unit to fight vandalism

The new unit will focus on areas considered vulnerable to vandalism and will work closely with police officers and multi-agency teams seconded to the county.

By Bradley Bosire 21 Jan 2026