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Trump cannot deploy National Guard to Illinois, court rules

The Chicago-based US Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit also ruled that the force could remain under federal control for now.

KeNHA announces 3-week closure of Njoro–Mau Summit Road for repairs

According KeNHA, the road will be closed from Thursday, October 16, 2025, to Thursday, November 6, 2025.

Treasury PS denies snubbing parliamentary committee 16 times

In a statement seen by Radio Generation, Kiptoo said the reports were misleading and did not reflect the reality of his engagements with Parliament.

Climate crisis deepens as saltwater intrusion turns River Tana undrinkable

The crisis has been so acute that local community efforts have been mobilized to safeguard the remaining freshwater.

DP Kindiki says focus should remain on development, not politics

Speaking on Saturday at the Maara Constituency Economic Empowerment Engagement in Chogoria, he dismissed calls to engage in politics without a clear agenda. However, he assured residents that when the political season arrives, the team will compete strongly.

Garissa Youth Summit resolves to form new regional action plan

Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs, Fikirini Jacobs, praised the summit as a "powerful testament to the energy and innovation of Garissa’s youth," and strongly advocated for new national and county policies that treat young people not just as beneficiaries, but as "co-creators of our future."

Teachers petition Parliament to boost STEM and Computer Science education

The association is also seeking enhanced support for Computer Science education nationwide to ensure learners are ready for a technology-driven future.

Kenya Met forecasts hotter days, less rain for Nairobi and surrounding counties

From Saturday, October 11 to Monday, October 13, the capital is expected to experience cloudy mornings giving way to sunny intervals, with light showers likely in a few areas.

King Charles’s coat of arms to appear on British passports in December

This is the first full redesign of British passports in five years, following the 2020 change from burgundy to dark blue after the UK left the European Union. Passports currently featuring Queen Elizabeth II’s coat of arms will remain valid until they expire.

Kenya seeks global funding to replace cancer-linked asbestos roofs

Hinga said over 257,000 housing units are currently under construction nationwide, employing more than 300,000 workers each day. In addition, 147,000 student accommodation units are being built to tackle housing shortages in learning institutions.

Britain, France and Germany to unlock frozen Russian assets for Ukraine

Since 2022, when Russia launched its full-scale assault on Ukraine, the UK has frozen more than £25 billion of Russian assets. Previously, only profits and interest earned from these holdings had been directed to support Ukraine’s resistance.

Customs system downtime as KRA conducts iCMS maintenance Sunday

The iCMS is KRA’s digital platform that integrates all customs procedures into one central system, enabling efficient processing of import and export declarations, cargo management, and payments of duties. It connects KRA with external stakeholders such as traders, shipping lines, and clearing agents, allowing real-time communication and faster service delivery.

Dozens killed as floods sweep through Mexico after days of heavy rain

The state of Hidalgo was the worst affected, with 16 deaths reported and widespread destruction across towns and villages. Roads were left impassable, electricity lines were brought down, and thousands of residents were forced to flee their homes as fast-moving water surged through streets.

Spain on high alert as Storm Alice brings heavy rainfall and floods

Rainfall in some areas could reach 250–300 mm over the next few days, raising concerns about flash floods and landslides. The storm is associated with a DANA, or Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos, which describes a pocket of cold air at high altitudes that becomes detached from the main jet stream.

Talanta sports city edges past halfway mark with 61% of work completed

The 60,000-seat stadium is set to host football and rugby, complemented by major infrastructure including a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor along Ngong Road, a railway station for spectators, and a connecting route from the Southern Bypass to the Bomas International Conference Centre.

Burkina Faso rejects US deportation proposal, visa services suspended

Several African nations have cooperated with US deportation plans in recent months. Eswatini, Ghana, Rwanda, and South Sudan have all received deportees, while Nigeria, like Burkina Faso, refused to accept them. Earlier this week, Eswatini received ten deportees, adding to a prior group of five that the US described as serious criminals.

CJ Koome appoints over 200 magistrates to handle specialised cases

The appointments, contained in Gazette Notices dated October 10 and 19, 2025, target corruption, land, and labour disputes, areas that have recorded some of the highest case backlogs in the courts.

Qatar to launch F-15 training base in Idaho as US ties strengthen

Details about the number of F-15 jets and the base’s operational timeline remain undisclosed. Last month, President Trump signed an executive order pledging full support, including military intervention if necessary, to protect Qatar. The agreement represents a rare security commitment, with features that resemble those of NATO alliances.

Kenya faces looming drought, authorities urge stronger preparedness

The warning follows forecasts from the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC), which projects a high chance of below-normal rainfall for October–December 2025 in eastern Kenya, southern Ethiopia, parts of Somalia, and northern Tanzania. ICPAC notes that this period is a key rainfall season, accounting for up to 70 percent of annual precipitation in some parts of the Horn of Africa.

Macron’s gamble: Lecornu reinstated in bid to restore stability

Lecornu’s reinstatement shocked even his allies. Only two days earlier, he told French television that his “mission is over” and that he was not seeking a return. Despite that, the Élysée confirmed that Macron had formally asked him to form a new government, giving him “full authority” to act.

IEBC concludes candidate registration, sets new rules for November by-elections

According to the directives issued by Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon, any nomination disputes must be resolved within ten days of being lodged and not later than October 21, 2025.

Kindiki urges youth in Africa and Arab world to take charge of their future

The Deputy President also reaffirmed Kenya’s dedication to initiatives that equip young people with skills, nurture innovation, and amplify their influence globally.

Russian missile and drone strikes cut power across Ukraine

Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko confirmed that twelve people were injured in the city. In Zaporizhzhia in southern Ukraine, a seven-year-old boy was killed and seven others were hurt. Central Cherkasy reported ten injuries from the attacks.

Trump to impose 100% tariff on Chinese goods as rare earth tensions rise

Financial markets immediately reacted to the escalating rhetoric, with the S&P 500 falling 2.7%, its sharpest decline since April.

Gideon Moi details reasons behind Baringo Senate withdrawal

The former senator said he had an open discussion with the President about the projects he started during his previous term but could not complete.

BBS Mall developer Abdiweli sets sights on Sh5bn venture at Tatu City

Valued at more than Sh65 billion, the project will combine residential units, retail spaces, offices, warehousing and logistics facilities, and a mosque. It will also border 30 acres of parkland and recreation areas.

Nema orders counties to enforce 2022 waste management law

Nema Director General Mamo Mamo said counties must now put in place systems and structures that support the implementation of the law, which came into effect on July 8, 2022.

Government releases Sh1.5 billion to resolve Postal Corporation salary delays

The payment dispute arose from long-standing rent arrears. An Auditor General’s report indicated that since 2014, Huduma Kenya has occupied 23 Posta buildings without formal lease agreements, accumulating Sh1.66 billion in unpaid rent and utility bills.

Sudan football official gets 15-match ban for referee assault

MPs urge KISE to expand disability education beyond Nairobi

KISE also highlighted a funding need of Sh86 million for the Parental Empowerment Centre, which is still incomplete due to a shortfall of Sh185 million.