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IEBC sends ballot papers to 20 areas ahead of November 27 by-elections
News

IEBC sends ballot papers to 20 areas ahead of November 27 by-elections

Commissioner Hassan Noor Hassan supervised the release of ballot papers and statutory forms from the warehouse, noting that the teams handling the consignments had been briefed and equipped for the task. He said the commission had concluded all internal arrangements and was now focused on getting the materials to the designated regions in good time.

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DP Kindiki says new law will secure judges’ retirement
News

DP Kindiki says new law will secure judges’ retirement

According to Kindiki, the government has boosted the number of judges to help speed up the delivery of justice. Since 2022, 51 judges have joined the High Court, the Land and Environment Court and the Court of Appeal. Another 40 are currently being hired, while 45 more will be recruited next year.

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Life sentence for Nnamdi Kanu as court rules on terrorism-linked charges
Global Affairs

Life sentence for Nnamdi Kanu as court rules on terrorism-linked charges

The judgment, delivered in Abuja, centred on allegations that Kanu used Radio Biafra and other online platforms to issue commands and comments that encouraged violence. Judge James Omotosho said the prosecution successfully proved that the separatist leader was responsible for broadcasts and instructions that led to organised assaults, insisting the evidence left no doubt about his role.

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Opposition warns of rising threats to Kenya’s democracy ahead of by-elections
News

Opposition warns of rising threats to Kenya’s democracy ahead of by-elections

In their address, they pointed directly at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, saying the agency had introduced changes that were confusing, poorly explained, and likely to shut out thousands of eligible voters. The Opposition questioned the rollout of mandatory iris-scanning for voter registration, saying it was done without proper engagement with the public.

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Education ministry completes nationwide learner count ahead of capitation release
Education and Career

Education ministry completes nationwide learner count ahead of capitation release

During a media briefing on Friday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba explained that the final numbers will guide how much each school receives. Under the new figures, high school students will get Sh22,240 each, junior school learners will get Sh15,000, and primary school pupils will receive Sh1,540. He noted that past delays often happened because the ministry did not have clear data to work with.

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Police seize large cannabis hauls in Nairobi and Lamu as crackdown widens
Crime

Police seize large cannabis hauls in Nairobi and Lamu as crackdown widens

These recent busts highlight the scale of the drug problem Kenya faces, especially the illegal trade and rising use of cannabis. The National Police Service annual crime report shows that 3,860 people were arrested for possession in a recent year, 722 were arrested for trafficking, and 164 were arrested for cultivation.

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Mexico's Fatima Bosch crowned Miss Universe
Global Affairs

Mexico's Fatima Bosch crowned Miss Universe

The 25-year-old contestant had earlier in November walked out of a pageant event after an official publicly berated her in front of dozens of contestants and threatened to disqualify those who supported her.

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SHA sets clear process for reversing incorrect M-Pesa health contributions
Health and Wellness

SHA sets clear process for reversing incorrect M-Pesa health contributions

In the public notice, the authority outlined the necessary steps for individuals who have inadvertently made incorrect premium payments. To facilitate the refund, claimants must submit three documents: a copy of the M-Pesa statement reflecting the erroneous payment, a copy of a National ID, Alien ID, or passport, and a signed letter addressed to SHA’s CEO, requesting the refund.

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Traders rushed to apply for new 30-day port charges waiver
Business

Traders rushed to apply for new 30-day port charges waiver

The chamber informed its members that they must submit their applications by December 6, 2025 to enjoy the full waiver. The relief package targets containerised cargo that has stayed in the port or customs warehouses for extended periods, often due to delayed documentation, financial hurdles or stalled clearance procedures.

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DAP-K rejects viral letter claiming Eugene Wamalwa’s ouster
News

DAP-K rejects viral letter claiming Eugene Wamalwa’s ouster

DAP-K dismissed the document as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public. The party said the claims were built around lies and included a forged signature that was attributed to Seth Panyako, whom the letter described as acting secretary general. The party insisted that no such discussions or resolutions had taken place.

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Kyiv studies US-Russia draft as Zelensky plans talks with Trump
Global Affairs

Kyiv studies US-Russia draft as Zelensky plans talks with Trump

Zelensky’s remarks followed his meeting with senior US military officials in Kyiv, including US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, army chief of staff Gen Randy George and top commander in Europe Gen Chris Donahue. Though he did not endorse the draft, Zelensky said he “appreciated the efforts of President Trump and his team to return security to Europe,” signaling a desire to keep communication open with Washington even while raising concerns.

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IEBC warns against double voter registration ahead of November by-elections
News

IEBC warns against double voter registration ahead of November by-elections

The commission also called on the public to avoid circulating misinformation on social media that could affect the registration process. The current Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, which resumed on September 29, 2025, deliberately excludes the 24 electoral areas holding by-elections to maintain the focus on the integrity of the registration.

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Hollywood pays tribute to Chadwick Boseman with posthumous honour
Entertainment

Hollywood pays tribute to Chadwick Boseman with posthumous honour

Boseman’s journey in entertainment began on stage and on television before he gained worldwide recognition in film. He first appeared as T’Challa in “Captain America: Civil War” in 2016 and later led the blockbuster “Black Panther” in 2018, becoming the first Black actor to headline a major Marvel movie. He passed away in 2020 at age 43 after privately battling colon cancer for four years.

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