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The fire burned more than 23,000 acres, causing roughly $150 billion in damages, and raged for over three weeks, affecting parts of Topanga and Malibu. Among the structures destroyed were the homes of several celebrities, including Mel Gibson, Paris Hilton, and Jeff Bridges.
The move is aimed at strengthening transparency and ensuring members are not overcharged or inconvenienced due to billing errors.
The group also wants the commission to confirm whether a Data Protection Impact Assessment was conducted before the iris scan system was introduced and to clarify which systems or external parties, if any, can access the biometric data, as well as the safeguards in place to prevent misuse.
Lecturers under the University Academic Staff Union (UASU) and Kenya University Staff Union (KUSU) staged a march outside the University of Nairobi on Wednesday, reiterating their demand for the full Sh7.9 billion owed under the 2017–2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and pressing for talks on the 2025–2029 CBA.
The Court of Appeal in Nairobi has dismissed an appeal by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) of India, which had challenged a High Court decision allowing Krish Commodities Limited to register six trademarks bearing the word “Basmati.”
The two countries last fought between 1998 and 2000 over the border town of Badme, a conflict that claimed tens of thousands of lives. Although Abiy mended ties with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki after taking office in 2018, that alliance has since fractured, particularly following disputes linked to the peace deal that ended the Tigray conflict in 2022.
The joint initiative will be formally launched at the Safari 7s Tournament from October 10–12, 2025, at Nyayo Stadium. During the tournament, SHA will provide ambulances, emergency medical services, and organize health awareness activities under the theme “Play Well, Live Well.”
Under the deal, once all hostages are returned, Israel will release 250 Palestinians serving life sentences and 1,700 Gazans who were detained during the fighting in Gaza.
The National Assembly has summoned Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo to appear before the National Assembly’s Special Funds Accounts Committee on November 4, 2025, following a string of 16 missed invitations to address concerns over 14 public funds under his ministry.
According to probation reports presented in court, the boys were found with falsified papers and admitted they were in the country without proper documentation. They told the court they were in the process of regularising their stay in Kenya when the flag incident occurred.
Lecornu, one of Macron’s most trusted allies, became the third prime minister to step down in under a year amid deep divisions in a hung parliament that has struggled to function since last year’s elections. Macron asked him to remain temporarily in office to hold consultations and try to forge consensus on a way out of the political impasse.
Research by MWARP indicates that 84 per cent of Kenyan youth have tried betting, with about one-third engaging daily. This amounts to daily losses of roughly Sh242 million, funds that could instead pay for rent, school fees, or daily household needs.
These expenses include updating and reviewing systems for collecting entries, securely storing data, conducting the automated random selection of winners, and carrying out security checks. The Diversity Visa application fee of $330 (Sh42,570) will still cover all other costs related to the program.
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba on Wednesday said the directive is aimed at protecting children and ensuring compliance with established school schedules.
Kenya is tackling this threat with a comprehensive approach that goes beyond traditional law enforcement operations. Multi-agency raids have led to major drug seizures, including heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine. Meanwhile, the National Drug Observatory is providing data to monitor emerging trends and guide targeted interventions.
He described it as a privilege to serve as Kenya’s first Ambassador to Slovenia and to help lay the foundation for lasting friendship and cooperation.
According to a media release dated October 8, 2025, KUCCPS Chief Executive Officer Dr. Agnes Mercy Wahome has urged institutions to submit their programs through the KUCCPS online placement system.
Anyoso was arrested on October 8, 2025, after investigations revealed that she used a falsified Bachelor of Commerce degree certificate purporting to be from the University of Nairobi.
Speaker Amason Jeffah Kingi congratulated the Senator on her appointment and urged fellow senators to fully support her as she takes on the new international leadership role.
Maraga said the appointment marks a key step in shaping his campaign leadership team under the “Maraga ‘27” banner, anchored on the slogan Reset, Restore, Rebuild.
The payout marks the close of a financial cycle in which KTDA-managed factories have finalised their performance audits and dividend computations.
Duale said the inclusion of mental health under Taifa Care reflects the government’s commitment to equitable, inclusive, and sustainable healthcare, ensuring that no Kenyan is left behind.
According to detectives, the suspect allegedly killed his wife, Ann Njeri Atheera, and their two daughters, Natalia Nyambura, 6, and Tyra Jones, 4, on the night of September 27, 2025.
Gilgil MP Martha Wangari sought a statement from Education CS Julius Migos Ogamba on measures being taken to resolve the stalemate between the Government and university staff unions.
The vision is to make KRA services easier, faster, and fairer by leveraging technology through platforms such as iTax and eTIMS, Artificial Intelligence and data analysis.
The endorsement came during a public participation forum organized by the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) to gather views from creators and industry players on the registration and licensing of Collective Management Organizations (CMOs).
PS Omollo added that the government has deployed sufficient security personnel and is working closely with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to coordinate operations ahead of polling day.
Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe and Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya confirmed that the Nairobi Coffee Exchange is on the verge of going digital, ending years of market manipulation by cartels.
Speaking during a media breakfast in Nairobi on Wednesday, October, 8, 2025, Barasa unveiled the Ministry’s ambitious plan to grow over 100 million fruit trees in schools across the country during the short rains season.
The president said Somalia’s full membership in the EAC presents new opportunities that the country must embrace through linguistic and cultural connection.