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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).

Motorists lobby calls Cabinet’s Kiambu Road expansion risky and rushed

MAK pointed out that dualling would dramatically change the corridor’s environment. Kiambu Road is a vibrant commercial strip hosting malls, car showrooms, fuel stations, entertainment venues, schools, and numerous small enterprises that rely on accessible traffic and moderate speeds.

Wildlife in Northern Kenya faces neglect, says NECA boss

Speaking during an interview at Radio Generation, Mohamed said the region has suffered decades of underinvestment and limited government attention, leaving once-promising reserves dormant.

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

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.

JSC moves forward with selection of resident Kadhis, five positions open

In addition to the five Resident Kadhi roles, the JSC is filling 145 other judicial vacancies. These include 15 judges of the Court of Appeal, 20 High Court judges, 10 judges for the Environment and Land Court, 60 Resident Magistrates, and 40 adjudicators for the Small Claims Court.

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.

NECA warns of neglect threatening North Eastern Kenya’s rare wildlife

According to Sharmake Mohamed Sheikh, the CEO of the North Eastern Wildlife Conservancies Association (NECA), the region is home to one of Kenya’s richest and most diverse wildlife populations, with rare species found nowhere else in the world.

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.

Kenyan activists claims Uganda sent soldiers to suppress Gen Z protests

The activists detailed harrowing experiences inside what they described as a “safe house” under military control near Kampala. Njagi claimed some of the personnel guarding them admitted to taking part in operations against the Gen Z demonstrations in Kenya while wearing Kenyan police uniforms.

Seven men facing charges in Bristol child exploitation investigation

Police said the alleged abuse occurred between 2022 and 2025, with all victims under 18 at the time. The investigation, which began in November 2023 after concerns were raised about the exploitation of one teenage girl, eventually uncovered a broader pattern of abuse affecting multiple victims.

Kenya’s Phoebe Okowa elected judge of International Court of Justice

PS Sing’oei revealed that Prof. Okowa secured the position after four rounds of voting by both the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and the UN Security Council, outpacing three other candidates.

End of an Era: US coins its last penny

Treasury officials note that pennies, which honor President Abraham Lincoln and are composed of copper-plated zinc, now cost nearly four cents to produce—more than double their cost ten years ago. Eliminating production is expected to save approximately $56 million per year.

Mob injures three DCI officers, frees five murder suspects in Kasipul

The injured officers were taken to Rachuonyo South Sub-County Hospital for treatment. Police have since launched a manhunt to re-arrest the suspects and trace those who organized the mob assault.

Kenyan teacher killed, body missing; 8 freed, 3 detained in Tanzania – Mudavadi

Speaking during a briefing on Wednesday, Mudavadi said John Ogutu, a Kenyan teacher at Sky Schools in Dar es Salaam, was shot on October 29, 2025, around 7 pm at Goba Centre in Ubungo District.

Kenyan activist Bob Njagi exposes alleged abuses in Uganda after month-long detention

Njagi described his ordeal as part of a wider pattern of arbitrary arrests and mistreatment allegedly carried out by a military unit under General Muhozi Kainerugaba, the son of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni.

Isiolo South MP Mohamed Tubi is dead

The legislator was elected in August 2022 under the Jubilee Party and was serving his first term.

Ruto, Kindiki pledge inclusive development for Ukambani

Speaking on Wednesday at the start of a development tour of the region, the two leaders said their administration is implementing an inclusive programme aimed at improving the lives of all Kenyans, regardless of political affiliation.

Wajir DG Ahmed Muhumed urges youth to register as voters

Speaking during a meeting with youth groups in Garissa town, Muhumed urged them to recognize their power as a majority in the Kenyan demographics.

Dozens of migrants feared dead off Libyan coast

The other 42 people who were on board the vessel are missing and presumed dead.

Gachagua writes to IG Kanja over alleged political violence in Mbeere North

In a letter dated November 12, Gachagua, who now leads the Democratic Change Party (DCP), alleged that groups linked to Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku were issuing threats against him and his supporters in the constituency.

NTSA to lead World Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims

The annual observance honors those killed or injured in road crashes, supports affected families, and advocates for stronger road safety measures.

Mudavadi: Over 500 Kenyans rescued from scam centres in Southeast Asia

Over 200 Kenyans have joined the Russian Army – Mudavadi

Mudavadi said reports indicate that recruitment networks targeting African nationals, including Kenyans, are still active both in Russia and within Kenya.

State to expand NYS intake, launch commercial arm to empower youth

Speaking before the Senate plenary on Tuesday, Ruku said the expansion comes under a presidential directive aimed at ensuring more youth access opportunities to acquire employable skills across all counties.

MPs pass landmark Bill regulating fertility treatments and surrogacy

The Bill seeks to safeguard ethical practices, protect the rights of parents, surrogates, and children, and outlaw commercial surrogacy and other exploitative arrangements.

Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian warehouse and land as West Bank attacks surge

The incidents were the latest in a recent surge in settler violence coinciding with the olive harvest season, when Palestinians head to their agricultural land around towns and villages.

City Hall targets billboard firms owing Sh500 million in new crackdown

The county says the firms owe more than Sh500 million in unpaid advertising fees, even though most had already received payments from private clients.

Hundreds of Kenya School of Government certificates declared invalid in crackdown on fraud

In a notice signed by the Director-General, KSG stated that certificates numbered MA 0251 to MA 1000 “do not originate from the school and cannot be recognised as evidence of any qualification.”

CS Cheptumo urges collective action against teen pregnancies

Speaking before the Senate plenary on Wednesday, Cheptumo said teenage pregnancy remains a growing societal challenge that demands collective effort, especially from families and communities.