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Nyaribo prepares for legal showdown with county assembly at Senate
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Nyaribo prepares for legal showdown with county assembly at Senate

Nyaribo has appointed lawyer Elias Mutuma to spearhead his defence, supported by advocates Zelmer Bonuke, Ombui Ratemo, Brianlee Murithi, and Erastus Orina. This marks his first appearance before the Senate, following three failed attempts at impeachment at the county assembly level, amid a tenure characterized by disputes with MCAs and other county officials.

Hernández freed in US after Trump overturns drug conviction
Global Affairs

Hernández freed in US after Trump overturns drug conviction

The former Honduran leader had been convicted in March 2024 for helping move cocaine into the US and for possessing machine guns. Trump announced the pardon last Friday, saying Hernández had been “treated very harshly and unfairly”, a position he repeated during a talk with reporters on Air Force One on Sunday.

Criminal gangs multiply across Kenya as 2027 elections near, report shows
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Criminal gangs multiply across Kenya as 2027 elections near, report shows

The problem extends beyond the capital. Counties including Kakamega, Busia, Bungoma, Vihiga, Kisii, Homa Bay, Kisumu, Tana River, Trans Nzoia, Mombasa, Murang’a, and Machakos have also experienced disruptions caused by gang proliferation. Most of these gangs are driven by political competition, high youth unemployment, and weakened community structures that fail to provide social support.

Boda bodas waiting to cross an intersection. PHOTO/Kenya Insights
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State warns of growing crime rings hidden in Boda Boda industry

According to the Jukwaa la Usalama report, boda bodas have become a lifeline for many communities, but weak oversight has led to confusion, growing lawlessness and rising safety fears. The review notes that many riders operate without registration or proper identification, allowing offenders to blend in with genuine operators.

The World Bank. PHOTO/The Express Tribune
Business

World Bank warns Kenya on rising debt

A World Bank review warns Kenya’s rising debt and falling tax revenues are squeezing development spending, urging five major fiscal reforms to restore stability, protect jobs and rebuild public trust.

Sh85bn county pension arrears: What you need to know now
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Sh85bn county pension arrears: What you need to know now

During the weekend session with the taskforce, Committee Chairperson and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi stressed the need for a complete account from every devolved unit. He said this would allow the team to produce a final report that covers all counties, especially those with the heaviest backlogs.

Gray’s stunner fires Birmingham into play-off contention
Sports

Gray’s stunner fires Birmingham into play-off contention

Watford began brightly and threatened inside the opening minute, but Birmingham soon seized control. Paik opened the scoring with a driven effort from outside the box on the half-hour, cutting through the chaos to find the bottom corner and give the home side the lead.