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Senate seeks safety assurances over proposed Sh500 billion Siaya nuclear power plant

Counties

Senate seeks safety assurances over proposed Sh500 billion Siaya nuclear power plant

Appearing before the committee chaired by Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga on Thursday, NuPEA Chief Executive Officer Justus Wabuyabo said Lenya Village had been identified as the preferred site for Kenya's first nuclear power plant following extensive regional assessments and screening of potential locations.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

Court freezes Imenti State Lodge project pending constitutional case

Corridors of Justice

Court freezes Imenti State Lodge project pending constitutional case

In its ruling, the court said allowing the project to continue before reaching a final decision could defeat the purpose of the petition if the challengers ultimately succeed.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

UEFA threatens boycott of FIFA competitions over World Cup stake sale

Sports

UEFA threatens boycott of FIFA competitions over World Cup stake sale

The decision was reached unanimously by UEFA's 55 member associations during an emergency meeting on Thursday.

Samuel Otieno 30 Jul 2026

Magistrate allows fresh evidence in Rex Masai death inquiry

Corridors of Justice

Magistrate allows fresh evidence in Rex Masai death inquiry

In a ruling delivered on Thursday, Principal Magistrate Geoffrey Onsaringo said the proposed witnesses could provide material evidence that would assist the court in making a fair determination of the inquest.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

DPP approves graft charges against Nakuru County officials, three companies

News

DPP approves graft charges against Nakuru County officials, three companies

Those facing charges are Lorna Karamuta Mubichi, Daniel Wainaina, Kennedy Mungai, Timothy Kiogora Muriithi, Josphat Kimemia, Peter Gitau Thabanja and Solomon Sirma, all employees of the County Government of Nakuru. Also charged are Kenneth Muriithi Ndubi and Brian Mwenda Ndubi

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

What you need to know about the contentious IEBC Bill

News

What you need to know about the contentious IEBC Bill

Instead, the Bill introduces a complementary mechanism for transmitting results where electronic transmission is impossible because polling stations lack the minimum 3G network coverage required to send statutory result forms electronically.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

Jalang'o says mandatory NYS is key to raising disciplined and resilient youth

News

Jalang'o says mandatory NYS is key to raising disciplined and resilient youth

Jalang'o said the transition from secondary school into adult life should involve more than classroom learning, arguing that young people need an environment that teaches resilience, self-discipline and accountability.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

Wilson Airport reopens main runway after six-month upgrade

Nairobi

Wilson Airport reopens main runway after six-month upgrade

Runway 07 is the main landing runway for commercial aircraft operating at Wilson Airport, with flights approaching through the BOMAS-Uhuru Gardens flight path.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

EACC recovers Sh100m in public assets in Mombasa and Kwale after court rulings

Coast

EACC recovers Sh100m in public assets in Mombasa and Kwale after court rulings

According to EACC, the courts found that the officials who facilitated the allocations were guilty of the tort of misfeasance in public office after acting "unprofessionally, in bad faith and in excess of the powers conferred by the law on their offices."

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

Misinformation! Wiper dismisses claims Kalonzo met Ruto

Politics

Misinformation! Wiper dismisses claims Kalonzo met Ruto

Addressing journalists on Thursday, Wambua insisted there had been no meeting between the two leaders and no discussions regarding any political cooperation or alliance.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

Standard Chartered Kenya reports Sh62.5bn in sustainable finance assets

Business

Standard Chartered Kenya reports Sh62.5bn in sustainable finance assets

Since 2021, the bank has generated Sh7.9 billion in cumulative sustainable finance revenue, driven by demand for solutions supporting climate resilience, financial inclusion and long-term growth.

Samuel Otieno 30 Jul 2026

Growing mental health challenges among learners spark calls for early intervention

Education and Career

Growing mental health challenges among learners spark calls for early intervention

Homa Bay County Education Director Eunice Khaemba said schools were witnessing an increase in learners facing mental health challenges, adding that many of them come from homes where parents are also dealing with depression and anxiety.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

MPs question Sh800m Kewi consultancy deal over cost and contract terms

News

MPs question Sh800m Kewi consultancy deal over cost and contract terms

Members directed the Kenya Water Institute (Kewi) to provide the consultancy contract, a detailed breakdown of the work expected at every campus and an explanation of how the Sh800 million consultancy fee was calculated.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

Court bars Governors from blocking Senators’ access to county records

Corridors of Justice

Court bars Governors from blocking Senators’ access to county records

The decision was made by a three-judge bench, which found that election to the Senate does not take away a senator's constitutional right to access information under Article 35. The judges also ruled that Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) enjoy the same right and can personally request county government records whenever they need them.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

CS Kagwe unveils plan to revive Kwale Sugar Mill, clears Sh66 million farmer debt

News

CS Kagwe unveils plan to revive Kwale Sugar Mill, clears Sh66 million farmer debt

The initiative is expected to revive sugarcane farming along the Coast, create thousands of jobs, reduce the country's reliance on imported sugar and stimulate economic activity across Kwale and neighbouring counties.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

Utumishi Girls turns to prayer as recovery from deadly fire continue

Education and Career

Utumishi Girls turns to prayer as recovery from deadly fire continue

Principal Rufina Nkonge said the gathering marks the school's first prayer day since learning resumed after the institution reopened in phases on July 2.

Bradley Bosire 30 Jul 2026

Police seizes 3,450 rolls of cannabis in Embu, arrests drug suspect in Machakos

Crime

Police seizes 3,450 rolls of cannabis in Embu, arrests drug suspect in Machakos

In a statement on Thursday, the National Police Service (NPS) said the operations were part of sustained intelligence-led efforts to dismantle criminal networks, disrupt drug trafficking and bring offenders to justice.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

EACC arrests seven over Sh120 million Nakuru County tender scam

Rift Valley

EACC arrests seven over Sh120 million Nakuru County tender scam

The arrests follow investigations into claims that an economist employed by the county used companies owned by her husband to secure lucrative public tenders, with investigators alleging that part of the proceeds was channelled to senior county officials.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

Aisha Jumwa quits UDA, ends ties with Ruto's party

Politics

Aisha Jumwa quits UDA, ends ties with Ruto's party

Jumwa's announcement ends her association with the ruling party, where she previously served in President Ruto's Cabinet as the Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Culture, the Arts and Heritage.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

Fake News! No plan to ban live election result streaming ahead of 2027 polls, says IEBC

News

Fake News! No plan to ban live election result streaming ahead of 2027 polls, says IEBC

Speaking in Nairobi during a consultative forum on the draft Election Campaign Financing Regulations, 2026, Ethekon described the reports as false and urged Kenyans to disregard information suggesting the commission was seeking to restrict media coverage of the electoral process.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

Aid cuts raise alarm as Kenya faces El Niño flood threat

News

Aid cuts raise alarm as Kenya faces El Niño flood threat

KRCS Secretary-General, Ahmed Idris, said financial support from the United States has dropped by about 40 per cent, affecting humanitarian programmes that have relied on international assistance for many years.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

School heads raise alarm over Sh22.5 billion funding deficit

Education and Career

School heads raise alarm over Sh22.5 billion funding deficit

KESSHA chairperson Willy Kuria said schools received only Sh6,577 per learner during the first term, while Sh1,375 was retained by the Ministry of Education. That brought the total allocation to Sh7,952, leaving schools with a funding gap of Sh3,170 per learner.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

HELB opens applications for 2026/2027 postgraduate partial scholarships, sets August 31 deadline

Education and Career

HELB opens applications for 2026/2027 postgraduate partial scholarships, sets August 31 deadline

HELB further stated that applicants who previously benefited from its loan programme must show that they are actively repaying their loans or have fully settled them before they can be considered for the scholarship.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot. PHOTO/Nairobi Leo

News

Senate sets stage for Governor performance ranking

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot said the report will be based on findings from independent state agencies instead of opinion polls or perception surveys that have often been used to rate governors.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

Besigye's Wife: 'He is unconscious, unable to speak' after court collapse

Health and Wellness

Besigye's Wife: 'He is unconscious, unable to speak' after court collapse

The opposition politician has remained behind bars since November 2024 after he and his aide, Obeid Lutale, were arrested in neighbouring Kenya before being taken back to Uganda, where both were later charged with treason.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

Police blame reckless driving for rising deaths on South Sudan link road

North-Eastern

Police blame reckless driving for rising deaths on South Sudan link road

The Sh38 billion South Sudan Link Road has witnessed at least six crashes between June and July involving motorcycles, private vehicles, public service vehicles and an ambulance. One of the fatal accidents also triggered violence, with members of the public setting a vehicle on fire after a motorcyclist was killed.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

ODM still firm despite defections and internal fallout, says Jalang'o

Politics

ODM still firm despite defections and internal fallout, says Jalang'o

Speaking on Radio Generation on Thursday, the legislator argued that only a small number of elected leaders had distanced themselves from the party while the overwhelming majority of ODM members continue to discharge their responsibilities both in Parliament and at the grassroots.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026

Nairobi warns property owners as six firms begin debt recovery

Counties

Nairobi warns property owners as six firms begin debt recovery

Nairobi City County Revenue Authority warned that failure to clear the arrears could attract enforcement measures allowed under the National Rating Act 2024. These include attachment and auction of property, listing with credit reference bureaus and any other lawful recovery action.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

Nairobi unlocks Sh49.27 billion budget after MCAs ends month-long standoff

Counties

Nairobi unlocks Sh49.27 billion budget after MCAs ends month-long standoff

The county expects to finance the budget through Sh23.47 billion from the equitable share and grants, Sh20.86 billion generated from its own revenue, Sh3.2 billion from the Health Facilities Improvement Fund and liquor licensing, and Sh1.7 billion from projected cash balances.

Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Jul 2026

DCI detains two persons of interest in killing of Dr Victoria Mutiso

The agency said investigators have pursued multiple leads through witness interviews, forensic examinations and targeted operations aimed at identifying those responsible for the killing.

David Abonyo 30 Jul 2026