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Ethekon: I nearly didn’t apply for IEBC job

Appearing before the National Assembly Justice and Legal Affairs Committee, Ethekon said he was hesitant to apply when the position was first advertised.

Projected global heat to remain unrelenting until 2029 – Report

The 2025 Global Annual to Decadal Climate Update from the WMO forecasts that yearly global surface temperatures will range between 1.2 and 1.9 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

Kip Keino Classic 2025: What you need to know

The annual event has been growing in stature ever since it was launched six years ago.

Police granted access to MP Koimburi’s medical records in torture probe

Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Robin Ondieki directed The Karen Hospital and Plainsview Hospital in Ruiru to release the MP’s records covering the period between May 26 and May 29, 2025.

Ministry silent as Grade 9 school selection deadline passes

The silence from the ministry has unsettled parents, school heads, and learners who are looking to the government for guidance on what is a defining stage of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).

Gov't owes retirees over Sh108 billion in unpaid pensions

The delayed pension payments are causing serious hardship among retirees, including security officers and teachers.

Hamilton must accept he is 40 now, he is slower, says Rosberg

Hamilton has yet to win a place on the podium this season and has struggled to get his car going, trailing in the wake of McLaren's upwards trajectory and his learning curve with a new vehicle in his hands.

US to double steel and aluminium tariffs to 50%, Trump says

Trump said the move is aimed at boosting the domestic steel industry, strengthening the national supply, and reducing reliance on China.

CS Mutua orders DCI to act on Kazi Majuu recruitment fraud

Mutua gave the order following a recruitment event in Mombasa County on May 28, where it was discovered that scammers had been selling photocopied government youth fund forms for Sh50 each to unsuspecting applicants.

Court nullifies 227 promotions in AG’s office, declares process unlawful

Justice Byram Onganya stated, "The entire process resulting in the promotion of all interested parties is unconstitutional, irregular, null and void."

Ruto and Raila demand end to fishermen harassment in Lake Victoria

President Ruto supported Raila’s position and said the government would take steps to clearly define the international boundary between the two nations.

Government addresses Mwea farmers’ concerns over imported rice

During a high-level meeting held on Thursday at the offices of the Mwea Rice Growers Multipurpose Cooperative Society, key stakeholders reached a consensus on measures aimed at protecting farmers from financial losses.

Key public services underfunded as Sh218 billion gap hits 2025/26 budget

Among the major unfunded areas are the school feeding programme, loans for higher education students, free education in public schools, fertiliser subsidies, and healthcare financing for holders of public insurance.

Kenya Power to roll out 47,000 low-cost electric cookers in clean energy drive

Kenya Power says the initiative is part of the Kenya Electric Cooking Market Development Initiative (KEMDI), which seeks to reduce consumer costs by half and drive the adoption of high-quality, energy-efficient appliances in urban centres.

Mater Heart Run 2025: Traffic disruptions expected on several Nairobi roads, 9 counties

The event is set for Saturday, beginning at 7 am and concluding around 11 am.

Two arrested in Eldoret over phone hacking and resale racket

According to a statement released by the National Police Service (NPS) on Friday, May 30, 2025, the arrests occurred on Thursday, May 29, 2025, after a public tip-off.

Sh4.31 billion paid in advance without work, MPs question KAA over JKIA project

The committee also noted a Sh7.4 million payment to PricewaterhouseCoopers for technical advisory services after its contract was terminated under unclear circumstances.

Government deploys special team to end gang terror in Embu

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, who visited the town on Friday evening, assured residents that the government has responded to their cries and is determined to restore safety.

Key suspect in Fr Bett’s murder arrested as police hunt continues

The suspect was cornered by residents at Tot Sub County hospital, where he had gone to seek refuge while being pursued by locals and police reservists.

Tears and delays: Kibra fire families stranded as DNA results drag on

DNA testing began Thursday at the City Mortuary, where heartbroken relatives gathered to give samples.

US Senator likens East Africa abductions to lawlessness

Senator Jim Risch, who also serves as the chairman of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, sharply criticized the regional governments, stating that recent reports of kidnappings and torture reveal a significant lapse in governance.

Matatu boss charged in Sh309 million insurance scam

Karakacha was charged alongside Compliant Insurance Agency and seven others.

Content creators reject gambling ad ban, demand inclusion

The Digital Content Creators Association of Kenya (DCCAK) said the decision was made without involving those directly affected, despite their role in promoting ethical and regulated content.

Drama as Sasha Mutai resigns as head of Kenya Rugby Union

Mutai resigned in a huff on Friday at the Rugby Football Union of East Africa RFUEA Grounds, claiming that he had been ambushed by fellow board members over a number of issues regarding integrity.

Court nullifies SHA job adverts that favored former NHIF employees

Ruto orders Homa Bay Prison relocation to expand Tom Mboya University

President William Ruto made this announcement on Friday, during the Blue Economy Summit held in Homa Bay County.

Senator Okenyuri condemns surge in femicide, calls for swift justice

She called on Kenyans to reject the normalization of abuse and to challenge systems that allow perpetrators to evade justice.

MultiChoice Africa faces setback in Sh681 million tax dispute

The tax appeals tribunal, chaired by Christine Muga, concluded that KRA was justified in disallowing MultiChoice's input tax claims despite compliance with filing through its Kenyan representative, MultiChoice Kenya Ltd.

Over 10,500 land disputes to be fast-tracked to unlock stalled State projects

These cases include issues such as land fraud, double allocations, illegal acquisition of public land, evictions, compulsory acquisition, historical injustices, and the right to a clean environment.

BCLB bans celebrities, influencers from promoting gambling in Kenya

This comes as the government lifts the 30-day suspension on gambling advertisements across all media platforms.