Counties under scrutiny as EACC reveals multi-billion corruption
Over the past three years, the commission has received 288 county-related graft cases from the Senate, exposing deep-rooted financial mismanagement in devolved units.
Maureen KinyanjuiOver the past three years, the commission has received 288 county-related graft cases from the Senate, exposing deep-rooted financial mismanagement in devolved units.
Maureen KinyanjuiEach declaration must cover an officer’s income, assets and liabilities, as well as those of their spouse and dependent children under 18 years. Officers must also include any “material change” as defined in Section 31(4) of the Act, which refers to significant variations affecting declared assets or income.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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.
David AbonyoIEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu emphasized the importance of early registration to ensure all citizens can participate fully in shaping the country’s democracy.
David AbonyoPublishers are contracted by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) to develop and supply textbooks to schools. They then hire printers to produce the books, but payment to printers only happens after the government clears the publishers’ invoices.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe bus, carrying around 60 passengers, reportedly collided head-on with a pickup truck while rounding a bend. The impact caused the bus to veer off the road and tumble down a 200-metre drop toward the Ocoña River. The vehicle, run by the Llamosas company, was travelling from Chala in Caraveli province to Arequipa city.
Maureen KinyanjuiBol 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).
David AbonyoMAK 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking during an interview at Radio Generation, Mohamed said the region has suffered decades of underinvestment and limited government attention, leaving once-promising reserves dormant.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiPolice 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiPS 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.
Ann NyamburaTreasury 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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.
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking 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.
Bradley BosireNjagi 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.
Bradley BosireThe legislator was elected in August 2022 under the Jubilee Party and was serving his first term.
Bradley BosireSpeaking 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.
Bradley BosireSpeaking during a meeting with youth groups in Garissa town, Muhumed urged them to recognize their power as a majority in the Kenyan demographics.
Yunis DekowThe other 42 people who were on board the vessel are missing and presumed dead.
Samuel OtienoIn 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.
Bradley BosireThe annual observance honors those killed or injured in road crashes, supports affected families, and advocates for stronger road safety measures.
David Abonyo