Banisa by-election hopeful Issack Malela Ali wins residents’ support
At a gathering on Thursday, attended by elders, women and youth, Malela Ali was nominated as the candidate to represent Banisa under the People’s Liberation Party (PLP).
At a gathering on Thursday, attended by elders, women and youth, Malela Ali was nominated as the candidate to represent Banisa under the People’s Liberation Party (PLP).
The critical meeting comes as the fragile Horn of Africa nation grapples with insecurity, economic hardship and a governance crisis.
Murkomen expressed concern over the order, which suspended the recruitment exercise that had been scheduled for Friday, October 3, 2025, describing the decision as unprecedented, noting that police hiring has not been stopped in the past four years.
County Secretary Joseph Ogutu said the government is deeply concerned by the incident and pledged support for injured healthcare workers, while urging calm and dialogue.
In a statement on Thursday, October 2, 2025, the party said it has already nominated Moi as its candidate after extensive consultations, deliberations, and consensus within the party and with the people of Baringo.
The CJ lamented that despite visible signs declaring courts as corruption-free zones, the culture of bribery persists among Kenyans.
According to the governor, the nominees were drawn from a list recommended by a Selection Panel established to identify competent and qualified candidates for the vital county board.
The organisations further urged the Kenyan government to engage Ugandan authorities to ensure the safe return of its citizens and to prevent the criminalisation of cross-border activism.
The guidelines include streamlining the legal processes, harmonising the procedures, accelerating adjudication and having a consistent and predictable judicial officers in Special Magistrates’ Courts.
Their arrest followed detailed digital forensics conducted by Shauri Moyo detectives, which traced electronic footprints directly linking the duo to the September 2, 2025 fraud incident.
Investigators allege the posts contained deliberately false information about Russian military operations against civilians in Ukraine. His home was also searched during the investigation.
Preparations for the nationwide exercise had been underway, with joint recruitment panels meeting at the Administration Police College in Embakasi for briefings.
PS Agengo described the incident as a grave violation of the rights and dignity of the child and vowed that those responsible will face the full force of the law.
Fresh data from the central bank shows that DIB Bank Kenya, Consolidated Bank of Kenya, Co-operative Bank of Kenya, Kingdom Bank, UBA Kenya Bank, Diamond Trust Bank Kenya, Premier Bank Kenya, and Access Bank Kenya have all raised their overall weighted average lending rates in the year to August.
The initiative aims to tackle drought, flooding, and lightning, while promoting resilient crops, installing lightning arresters in schools, and coordinating strategies across the 14 counties of the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB).
Kindiki said Kenya must move beyond its traditional reliance on wildlife safaris, cultural heritage and coastal retreats by introducing innovative products and tapping into non-traditional attractions.
Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Professor Julius Bitok, reaffirmed that no student involved in property destruction will go unpunished.
The decision marks the second time the accused have been denied bail since the case began. They are charged with the murder of the legislator, which occurred on April 30, 2025, around 7:40 pm at the City Mortuary Roundabout along Ngong Road in Kilimani, Nairobi.
Maraga was unveiled at the Green Action House, where he outlined his political vision and pledged to work towards strengthening the party ahead of the next General Election. He told party officials and supporters that his decision to join UGM was guided by shared values and principles.
Some studies have raised concerns about possible links between its use during pregnancy and conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, but Dr. Mohamed emphasized that there is no conclusive scientific evidence supporting these claims.
In a statement released on its official platform, the agency emphasised that all applications must be submitted digitally within the two-week window.
Earlier last month, Patterson was sentenced to life in jail after a jury found her guilty of killing three relatives and attempting to kill another by serving them a toxic beef Wellington laced with poisonous mushrooms.
Justice John Chigiti Mugwimi granted the federation’s request against KWS and the State Law Office, with the matter set for mention on November 25, 2025. The order means the new fees cannot be applied until the case is further heard.
In his speech, Pope Leo, condemned critics who “ridicule those who speak of global warming,” echoing the words of his predecessor Pope Francis. His comments come just weeks after US President Donald Trump dismissed climate change as a “con,” making the Pope’s message widely seen as a direct response to climate sceptics.
The IG also warned the public about the consequences of corruption, stressing that anyone involved, either giving or receiving bribes would face legal action.
Kenya claimed a total of 11 medals in Tokyo, including seven gold, two silver, and two bronze. Of the gold winners, six were women and one was a man. The champions included Beatrice Chebet (5,000m & 10,000m), Faith Kipyegon (1,500m), Peres Jepchirchir (women’s marathon), Lillian Odira (800m), Faith Cherotich (3,000m steeplechase), and Emmanuel Wanyonyi (800m).
The proposal, fronted by Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris on behalf of survivors and advocacy groups, sought to amend the Penal Code and the Sexual Offences Act to create a separate offence with clear penalties and victim protection measures.
The tragic incident occurred early in the morning at Arerti Mariam church in Minjar Sheknora, around 70 kilometres from the capital Addis Ababa, where thousands of worshippers had assembled for the annual Orthodox Christian celebration of St Mary.
The county has invoked the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019, which gives it powers to stop illegal construction, prosecute offenders, impose penalties and demolish structures that violate development regulations.
Police said the incident occurred on September 19, 2025, during the last lesson before games at the school in Kilifi South Sub-County. The teacher, identified as Ian Tembo, allegedly instructed Grade 8 pupils to kneel before administering corporal punishment.