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Figures released by the Controller of Budget show that Nairobi County accounted for more than half of the outstanding debt, with total borrowings of Sh1.9 billion. The County Executive owed Sh1.5 billion, while the County Assembly had pending obligations amounting to Sh316.7 million by the close of the quarter.
Beginning in 2026, the service will allow millions of Airtel subscribers to send texts and access data in regions without conventional mobile network coverage, with new satellites promising speeds up to 20 times faster than current satellite solutions.
Many tents are at risk of being torn apart or blown away by the strong winds, as they are mostly constructed from thin tarpaulin or plastic sheets over weak wooden frames. Unicef has increased aid during the ceasefire, delivering 250,000 winter clothing kits, 600,000 blankets, and 7,000 tents, but officials stress that the scale of the crisis far exceeds the support available.
Leaders emphasized that Justice Ibrahim’s contributions went beyond the courtroom. His guidance in electoral governance, through roles such as Chairperson of the Judiciary Committee on Elections and initiator of the Court’s ad hoc Committee on Elections, helped ensure credibility, coordination, and fairness during Kenya’s sensitive election periods.
The County Governments Budget Implementation Review Report for the first quarter of the financial year ending June 30, 2026, released on Monday by Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o, lists Kericho, Tana River, Turkana, Bomet, Siaya, Trans Nzoia, Baringo, Kilifi, Kwale, Kajiado, Kisumu, Mombasa, Vihiga, Busia, West Pokot, Bungoma, Uasin Gishu, Wajir, Laikipia and Kisii as counties that did not spend any money on development.
In a statement, Moi said he was deeply troubled by the recent outbreak of violence in Ang’ata Barikoi, in Transmara, which has seen dozens of homes set alight and people injured.
PS Bitok said the Ministry of Education values the partnership it enjoys with teachers’ unions, describing it as critical to the successful implementation of ongoing and future reforms in the sector.
In a public statement dated December 17, 2025, the Board said the incident occurred at a construction site on Plot LR No. 1870/M/165 along Ndonyo Sabuk Avenue, off Peponi Road.
The building, which was still under construction and designed to have three basement levels and 13 suspended floors, has been cordoned off as multi-agency teams carry out technical assessments to determine whether it can be salvaged or requires demolition.
The union says the policy, which would block claims approved by doctors between 8 pm and 5 pm does not reflect the realities of public hospitals and could disrupt service delivery.
Justice Ibrahim passed away on Wednesday evening at a hospital in Nairobi, marking the end of a distinguished legal career that spanned more than four decades and left a lasting imprint on Kenya’s judiciary.
Giving chilling testimony, the minor described witnessing the incident while pretending to sleep. The accused, Shafa Bilal Shaklane, a community health volunteer, has denied the charges and was released on a Sh1 million bond.
Pathologists said the injuries were caused by blunt force trauma, resulting in extensive damage to the chest, including a perforated heart, which was identified as the primary cause of death.
In a press statement dated December 17, 2025, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the government remains focused on delivering quality Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in line with Article 43 of the Constitution, which guarantees every Kenyan the right to accessible and quality healthcare.
According to an update issued by the DCI on Wednesday, the probe is being conducted by detectives from the Investigations Bureau at the agency’s headquarters and targets multiple health facilities spread across several counties.
Kenya has repatriated 18 citizens from Russia and launched reintegration and counselling support, as authorities work with Russian and Ukrainian governments to prevent forced recruitment and secure safe passage home.
In a port position update dated December 16, 2025, KPA said the vessels scheduled to call at Mombasa include 29 container ships, 15 conventional cargo vessels, eight car carriers, and one oil tanker.
Aggrey Masai, Director of the National Registration Bureau, reassured citizens that the system restoration is a top priority. He also clarified that the government has no plans to reintroduce replacement fees, explaining that removing charges had led to a surge in applications, especially from rural areas.
President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Tuesday that Russia sees the winter cold as one of its most dangerous weapons. "Every night Ukrainian parents hold their children in basements and shelters hoping our air defence will hold," he told the Dutch parliament.
The planned services come after Arusha Airport underwent an extensive upgrade that was completed in June, with Tanzanian authorities now taking steps to designate it as an international entry and exit point. Customs and immigration facilities are being installed, which will allow direct international flights and reduce reliance on alternative airports.
The announcement comes a week after the US seized an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast. Venezuela has not yet responded to the latest directive. Trump added that Venezuela was "completely surrounded by the largest Armada ever assembled in the History of South America" and claimed the force "will only get bigger" and "be like nothing they have ever seen before."
The Kenyans had entered South Africa on tourist visas and illegally taken up work at a processing centre, despite the fact that earlier visa applications for Kenyan nationals to do this work had been denied, South Africa's Ministry of Home Affairs said in a statement.
Reflecting on his earlier bid for the Kiambu governorship, Kuria distanced himself from the loss and shifted the focus to outcomes rather than titles.
Fuel prices play a central role in the cost of goods and services across the economy, meaning any increase at the pump would have pushed up transport, production, and household expenses. With shipment costs for diesel and kerosene rising by up to five percent last month, the government increased subsidies to shield consumers and prevent further strain on the cost of living.
Consultant psychologist John Wills Njoroge says 3.5 million Kenyan men have faced sexual abuse, yet few report it, highlighting stigma, under‑reporting and long‑term trauma despite growing legal and support mechanisms.
The Board further warned that supermarkets, cosmetic shops, household goods stores, online sellers and other general retail outlets are not allowed to stock or sell prescription-only medicines. It said any outlet found engaging in this practice would face enforcement action for breaching existing laws.
Addressing residents while on the campaign trail, Museveni said he had spoken to the children of former fighters to underline the weight of leadership and the trust voters place in those they elect. He warned that careless decisions during elections often leave ordinary people bearing the cost.
Ruto's remarks place him at odds with Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui, who in October said the government would seek parliamentary approval to repeal the 17.5 percent export and investment promotion levy on clinker and steel. Kinyanjui said the levy had produced unintended outcomes for companies operating in these sectors.
U.S. government figures show that Tanzanian citizens issued B-1 and B-2 visas recorded an overstay rate of 8.30 per cent. For holders of F, M, and J visas, which cover students, exchange visitors, and their dependents, the overstay rate was higher at 13.97 per cent.
In 2024, the Children’s Court ordered joint legal custody, granted physical custody to the mother and directed the father to meet major costs, including school fees, transport, medical cover and clothing. Dr JNM challenged the ruling, saying it placed an unfair financial load on him and ignored the idea of shared parental duty.