Beyani said his visit to Kenya from December 15 was prompted by reports of systematic and targeted attacks against protected civilian populations across Sudan, which he said are protected under both the Genocide Convention and the Geneva Conventions.
Bradley BosireThe horrific incident which also left another person dead and another wounded, highlights the escalating violence in Ecuador as the country faces a record number of homicides.
Chrispho OwuorThe Commission highlighted ongoing reforms, including the drafting and recent validation of a policy and bill on ethnic minorities and marginalized communities, investments in historically underserved regions, and the establishment of the Minorities and Marginalised Affairs Unit (MMAU) under the Presidency.
David AbonyoChairperson Abdi Mohamed said the appointments will be instrumental in optimising the benefits administration and accelerating the processing of claims, reinforcing the Authority’s commitment to transparency and financial protection for all Kenyans.
Chrispho OwuorThe President said Kindiki had been tireless in supporting the government’s development agenda across all parts of the country, describing him as a capable and professional leader.
Bradley BosireKenya has launched a minority rights policy centred on land protection, cultural heritage and climate resilience, with new commitments on community land titles, sacred sites and climate funds for vulnerable communities.
Chrispho OwuorCS Kagwe explained that the response will adopt an all-of-government approach, treating crops, livestock, and livelihoods as a single interconnected system.
David AbonyoIn a public notice issued on Thursday, the Senate said the South Lokichar Field Development Plan and the associated Production Sharing Contracts were tabled in the House on 27 November 2025.
Chrispho OwuorEnergy lawyer Halima Ali says Kenya’s proposed sovereign wealth fund could stabilise the economy, but warns its success hinges on governance, transparency and insulating savings from political and budget pressures.
Chrispho OwuorSpeaking during the national commemoration, the President said the policy provides a comprehensive framework to operationalise Article 56 of the Constitution, which mandates affirmative action to ensure representation, protect culture and guarantee equitable access to opportunities for minorities and marginalised groups.
David AbonyoInvestigators questioned Nyaribo at the EACC’s Nairobi Integrity Centre on Wednesday, recording his statement on claims of irregular procurement and awarding of a Sh382 million contract to Spentech Engineering Limited. The commission alleges the firm received payments exceeding the actual work completed.
Maureen KinyanjuiJustice Ibrahim died at 4.30 pm on December 17, 2025, after a period of illness. Sources close to the family said he had been taken to India for medical treatment, but doctors later advised that he be brought back to Kenya so he could spend his final days at home.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe petition, lodged at the Constitutional and Human Rights Division in Milimani Law Courts, Nairobi, argues that the fund, announced via a State House statement on December 15, 2025, constitutes a national public fund that should only be created under the Constitution or through legislation. The fund, described by the government as central to a Sh5 trillion infrastructure agenda, is said to bypass required legal channels.
Maureen KinyanjuiKileleshwa MCA Robert Alai accuses Nairobi County of lax billboard enforcement as officials step up a crackdown that removed 275 illegal structures and warned firms of fines up to Sh2 million.
David AbonyoTraditionally, IEBC has relied on Kenyan missions abroad as polling stations, but long distances have made voting difficult for citizens in remote areas. Diaspora voting began under the 2010 Constitution in 2013 in four East African Community states: Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi, with South Africa added in 2017. By the 2022 elections, it had expanded to the USA, Canada, the UK, Germany, the UAE, Qatar, and South Sudan.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe original petition named both JW Marriott and Ritz-Carlton as respondents, claiming the camp disrupts wildlife migration routes and breaches constitutional safeguards for ecosystems. Since filing, however, discussions between involved stakeholders have reportedly addressed some of the concerns
Maureen KinyanjuiNTSA is urging Kenyan motorists to plan trips, service vehicles and address fatigue as road deaths surpass 4,400, with tougher inspections and mobile courts targeting repeat traffic offenders.
Chrispho OwuorThe EU holds roughly €210bn (£185bn; $245bn) of Russian money, with most controlled by Euroclear, a Belgium-based financial institution. Belgium, along with several other member states, has voiced opposition to releasing the funds directly. So far, only the interest earned from these assets has been passed on to Ukraine.
Maureen KinyanjuiKileleshwa MCA Robert Alai faults Nairobi’s governance on individual leaders, cartels and weak enforcement, citing billboard revenue losses and MCAs’ limited power as key signs of systemic failure.
Chrispho OwuorChirchir noted that the government, in collaboration with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), is ramping up road safety education, especially ahead of the festive season when travel spikes across the country.
Maureen KinyanjuiKMPDU highlighted the challenges of Kenya’s public health system, including heavy patient loads, long working hours, emergency responsibilities, and overlapping duty periods. The union defended dual practice as a necessary coping mechanism due to limited staffing, delayed salaries, intense workloads, and insufficient incentives for doctors to focus solely on public service.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe charges, which came into effect on December 1, 2024, required importers to pay 50 cents per kilogramme of coal, an increase from the previous rate of 16 cents, as well as Sh500 for every phytosanitary certificate issued.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe assault, which struck Australia’s Jewish community during a Hanukkah celebration, claimed 15 lives and left many more injured, making it the country’s deadliest shooting since 1996. In addition to the murder charges, Akram faces 40 counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent to kill and one charge of displaying a symbol associated with a banned terrorist group.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Nigeria Football Federation claims the dispute revolves around a set of players who recently changed their international allegiance. Among them are Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Axel Tuanzebe, both of whom appeared in the match. The NFF argues these players violated Congolese law, which prohibits dual citizenship, yet they reportedly hold European and French passports.
Maureen KinyanjuiFigures released by the Controller of Budget show that Nairobi County accounted for more than half of the outstanding debt, with total borrowings of Sh1.9 billion. The County Executive owed Sh1.5 billion, while the County Assembly had pending obligations amounting to Sh316.7 million by the close of the quarter.
Maureen KinyanjuiBeginning in 2026, the service will allow millions of Airtel subscribers to send texts and access data in regions without conventional mobile network coverage, with new satellites promising speeds up to 20 times faster than current satellite solutions.
David AbonyoMany tents are at risk of being torn apart or blown away by the strong winds, as they are mostly constructed from thin tarpaulin or plastic sheets over weak wooden frames. Unicef has increased aid during the ceasefire, delivering 250,000 winter clothing kits, 600,000 blankets, and 7,000 tents, but officials stress that the scale of the crisis far exceeds the support available.
Maureen KinyanjuiLeaders emphasized that Justice Ibrahim’s contributions went beyond the courtroom. His guidance in electoral governance, through roles such as Chairperson of the Judiciary Committee on Elections and initiator of the Court’s ad hoc Committee on Elections, helped ensure credibility, coordination, and fairness during Kenya’s sensitive election periods.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe County Governments Budget Implementation Review Report for the first quarter of the financial year ending June 30, 2026, released on Monday by Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o, lists Kericho, Tana River, Turkana, Bomet, Siaya, Trans Nzoia, Baringo, Kilifi, Kwale, Kajiado, Kisumu, Mombasa, Vihiga, Busia, West Pokot, Bungoma, Uasin Gishu, Wajir, Laikipia and Kisii as counties that did not spend any money on development.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement, Moi said he was deeply troubled by the recent outbreak of violence in Ang’ata Barikoi, in Transmara, which has seen dozens of homes set alight and people injured.
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