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Three more freed in Kasipul MP Ong’ondo Were murder case

Those freed are Juma Ali Haikal, Douglas Muchiri Wambugu and David Mihigo Kagame.

EU bans all air carriers certified in Tanzania over aviation safety concerns

The decision follows an update to the EU Air Safety List, which now includes all air carriers certified in both Tanzania and Suriname due to what the European Commission described as failure to meet international safety standards.

MoH probes rising misuse of Diabetes drug Ozempic for weight loss

Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni confirmed the probe on Thursday and said the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) is handling the matter following concerns from medical experts.

Garissa businesses thrive ahead of Eid-Ul-Adha celebrations

A spot check by Radio Generation found that shoppers are turning out in large numbers, filling markets, visiting tailors for last-minute outfits, and purchasing livestock for the holiday’s traditional sacrifices.

High Court stops Parliament from sending Constitution Amendment Bill to President

Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that while Parliament can continue debating the Bill and even send it to the Senate, it cannot proceed to submit it to the President.

PS Muthoni defends nicotine license revocation

Muthoni stated that the nicotine market had become heavily compromised, making it difficult for the government to regulate the safety and standards of products in circulation.

Moi family agrees on estate sharing, ending years of uncertainty

Moi’s children and grandchildren agreed to share out the listed land parcels and money held in two undisclosed bank accounts.

Rains fuel Chikungunya surge in Mombasa, 25 cases confirmed

Fatma Ali, the Deputy Manager Emergency Operations Center in Mombasa, said on Wednesday, June 4, that out of 45 samples tested by the Kenya Medical Research Institute, more than half returned positive results.

MPs increase own budget to Sh48bn amid cuts to health, education

KUCCPS faces query over use of public funds for Private University placements

TikTok launches new tools to let users control their 'For You' feed

The updates include three main tools—Manage Topics, Smart Keyword Filtering, and an educational guide—all aimed at helping users discover content that fits their interests and avoid what they don’t want to see.

Adan Abdi: Life’s delightful laughs and a unique approach to stand-up comedy

Adan’s style of comedy entails social commentary, political satire and inside perspective of how it is to essentially navigate life as a Somali living in Kenya.

Tanzania denies torture claims by Mwangi and Atuhaire

DR Congo bans media coverage of ex-president Kabila

Putin vows to respond to Ukraine drone attack, Trump warns

After a phone call with Putin that lasted more than an hour, Trump shared that the Russian leader "did say, and very strongly, that he will have to respond to the recent attack on the airfields."

SOS Children’s villages launches Sh882m emergency appeal for Somalia crisis

The appeal, which will run until April 2026, aims to address growing needs in nutrition, health, clean water, education, child protection, and food security, especially among women and children who are most affected.

Okoa Uchumi warns 2025 budget will hurt poor and widen inequality

The group criticised the government’s focus on increasing tax revenue without addressing wastage, duplication, and misplaced spending priorities.

Treasury drops PAYE relief plan as revenue falls short

Mbadi said the government had explored ways to reduce PAYE through simulations, but the failure by KRA to meet its revenue targets made the proposal unsustainable.

Government launches ID registration drive targeting high school students

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok stated that the initiative aims to help students access employment opportunities, university admissions, and financial support like the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) promptly.

Catholic priest murder case shaken by mysterious deaths of suspects

Their bodies were discovered abandoned along the Mogotio-Kiptuno road, sparking alarm among local residents and church leaders.

MP Baya pulls back bill to remove Muguka from scheduled crops list

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki confirmed in a statement on Wednesday that after meeting with MP Baya and following consultations with leaders from Embu County, the MP agreed to retract the proposed legislation.

Judge denies bail, orders mental assessment after UDA official threatens prosecutor in Kasipul MP case

Ebel Ochieng Kalo, a board member of the Lake Basin Development Authority, is in custody over the killing of Kasipul MP Charles Were and appeared before Justice Diana Kavedza at the Milimani Law Courts.

KISM flags 42 percent noncompliance in procurement sector

The revelations follow a detailed audit that exposed widespread breach of procurement laws, especially within county governments.

JSC declares 45 judge vacancies after budget-driven suspension

In a Gazette Notice dated June 4, 2025, Chief Justice and JSC Chairperson Martha Koome declared 15 vacancies in the Court of Appeal, 20 in the High Court, and 10 in the Environment and Land Court.

Tanzania blocks X over pornography, citing national laws

Information, Communication and Information Technology Minister Jerry Silaa said the decision was a deliberate move by the government to enforce digital content regulations and protect national values.

Gov’t to launch AI training for public servants by July 2025

Customized AI training modules will be designed to address the specific needs of different public service roles.

Court postpones bail ruling for officers charged over Samantha Pendo’s death

Justice Margaret Waringa Muigai had been expected to deliver the ruling on June 4, 2025, but adjourned the matter to June 10, citing the need to ensure all parties receive essential documents.

Early celebrations for Police as they await first KPL title

With just two matches left to play this season, Police have amassed 61 points.

South Korea elects opposition’s Lee Jae-myung after political turmoil

Lee’s victory ends a period of intense political turmoil but sets the stage for new challenges, including uniting a deeply divided nation and managing complex foreign relations.

CS Murkomen declares Friday public holiday to mark Eid-Ul-Adha

Murkomen noted the announcement in a gazette notice released on Tuesday, June 4, 2025.