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UDA dismisses Gachagua’s Claims as “satirical drama devoid of facts”
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UDA dismisses Gachagua’s Claims as “satirical drama devoid of facts”

The exchange followed Gachagua’s letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, in which he raised concerns about alleged threats to his safety ahead of the Mbeere North by-election. In the letter, he pointed to what he called imminent violence, citing widely circulated videos on social media and demanding swift police action.

Government reopens after 43-day shutdown as Trump approves funding deal
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Government reopens after 43-day shutdown as Trump approves funding deal

The president signed the measure into law on Wednesday night, only hours after the House of Representatives passed it in a 222-209 vote. The Senate had narrowly approved the same bill two days earlier. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said federal agencies would “resume normal operations” and acknowledged that “people were hurt so badly” during the 43-day closure.

President Kiir fires Vice President Bol Mel in major political shake-up
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President Kiir fires Vice President Bol Mel in major political shake-up

Bol Mel, who took office as one of the country’s five vice presidents in February, has also been demoted from the military rank of general, which he was awarded in September. His appointment earlier in the year followed a decree by President Kiir that replaced Wani Igga, with Bol Mel taking the role on behalf of the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM).

Benin City’s $25 million museum faces political stand-off before opening
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Benin City’s $25 million museum faces political stand-off before opening

The museum occupies six hectares in the southern Nigerian city, incorporating an archaeological dig and architecturally striking buildings by British-Ghanaian designer Sir David Adjaye, renowned for the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington. It was envisioned as a showcase for both historic artefacts, such as the famed Benin Bronzes, and contemporary creative work from across West Africa.

New county licensing law to grant automatic approval after 28 days
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New county licensing law to grant automatic approval after 28 days

The County Licensing (Uniform Procedures) regulations of 2025 also seek to consolidate multiple county permits into a single licence, simplifying operations for traders and investors. The initiative, spearheaded by the Investment, Trade and Industry ministry, aims to improve the investment climate and reduce bureaucratic obstacles.

Members of the National Assembly during a plenary sitting in Parliament buildings. PHOTO/Parliament of Kenya
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Kenya clears way for new EAC customs union members with National Assembly approval

The ratification brings Kenya in line with other partner states moving to approve the amendment. After all nine EAC members complete the process, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Somalia will each appoint three representatives to the committee.

Kenya’s refugee support system teeters on collapse amid Sh2.6bn shortfall
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Kenya’s refugee support system teeters on collapse amid Sh2.6bn shortfall

According to a new mid-year report by the Refugee Group (NRG), the country’s refugee response system is now “under strain,” with deteriorating infrastructure, rising insecurity, and declining livelihoods across settlements. The Shirika Plan, launched in 2021 in collaboration with UNHCR and the World Bank, sought to replace the traditional camp-based approach with a model that allows refugees to access schools, healthcare, formal jobs, and financial services as part of Kenya’s broader development goals.

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