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The Defence Ministry further thanked regional and international partners, emphasising that collaborative efforts are key to the success of peacekeeping missions.
Bobi Wine and his party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), condemned the dismissal, calling it evidence of selective enforcement within Uganda’s security sector. Wine highlighted that other officers, especially in the military, openly support President Museveni without facing any consequences.
Among the files are photographs showing former Democratic president Bill Clinton alongside other well-known figures, including Mick Jagger and Michael Jackson, all linked to Epstein’s social circle.
The areas affected are Hillo Gorgora, Hillo Orofa, Hillo Walkite, Hillo Tanzania, Hillo Irress Abamartille, Hillo Gootu, Hillo Tessum Qalicha, Hillo Karray, Hillo Hudda, Hillo Qoranjido, Hillo Irress Shindia, Hillo Rabaalee, and Hillo Godde Haroressa.
Earlier this month, Putin declared that Russia has no intention of waging war in Europe but claimed it could act immediately if Europeans chose confrontation. On Friday, he added that further invasions would not occur “if you don't cheat us like you cheated us with Nato's eastward expansion”.
In a separate move, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has revoked Professor Ben Chumo’s appointment as Chairman of the Kenyatta University Council. Ogamba appointed Professor Clara Samiji Momanyi as the new Chairperson, with a three-year term starting December 19.
In a press statement dated December 16 and released on December 19, the bureau noted that Kibet’s efforts helped maintain stability and continuity in the execution of KLB’s mandate while the leadership transition was underway.
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) reported that last month, over 100,000 Gazans were under IPC Phase 5, the most extreme level of food insecurity, labelled as “catastrophic conditions” for households.
The Deputy President made the remarks on Friday at the Kenya Wildlife Service Law Enforcement Academy in Manyani, Taita Taveta county, while presiding over the graduation of 147 cadet officers and 103 junior officers.
The National Cyber Security Centre said it is collaborating closely with government partners to assess how the breach occurred and what data may have been affected. Systems operated by the Foreign Office but belonging to the Home Office were accessed during the incident, prompting a review of security measures.
The former President congratulated the graduands on their hard work and praised Kabarak University for fostering excellence, ethical leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit. He highlighted the vision of the late President Daniel Toroitich arap Moi, noting that the university continues to uphold its founding principles of faith, service, and academic excellence.
Mombasa County Assembly has approved the 2025 Finance Bill, introducing new port, parking, dumping and fumigation charges, while cutting quarry transport fees, effective for 2026 once gazetted.
A United Nations tribunal on war crimes had previously determined that inmates in the camp endured killings, beatings, sexual abuse, and cruel treatment during the conflict.
The festival will culminate with the renowned goat auction, presided over by President William Ruto. Cheboi encouraged leaders, locals, and visitors to support farmers by purchasing naturally salted goats for the Christmas and New Year celebrations.
To ensure smooth coordination, family members and the funeral committee are holding daily meetings at 4 pm at United Kenya Club in Nairobi. Additional planning sessions are taking place at Whispers Gigiri, Maili Saba in Kitale, and Lumakanda in Lugari.
The court’s order affects the Cooperation Framework signed on December 4 and comes in response to a petition by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah. The petition claims that the deal may contravene the Constitution in several ways, including bypassing Parliament under the Treaty Making and Ratification Act, ignoring public participation, breaching rules on public finance and devolution, and violating privacy rights. In granting the order, the court emphasised the need to protect transparency, accountability and the rule of law.
The DP said KWS has adopted modern surveillance systems, including AI-enabled tools, drones, satellite-linked patrol equipment, and upgraded digital radio networks to improve protection across parks and conservancies.
CS Ogamba acknowledged that the recent strike by university staff, though disruptive, brought attention to valid concerns over delayed salary payments and contract implementation.
Hip-hop selections included Gunna’s Just Say Dat, while Chappell Roan’s The Giver and Everything is Recorded featuring Sampha and Florence Welch’s Never Felt Better offered experimental sounds. International artists like Ganavya (Pasayadan), Olamidé with Daecolm, Seyi Vibez, Asake, and Young Jonn (99), Rosalía (Sexo, Violencia y Llantas), and Jason Isbell were included, along with Lil Naay & Myke Towers, Stacey Kent, Kacy Hill, Roe, Alex Warren, Khamari, Drake, Xavi & Manuel Turizo, and Obongjayar.
The National Treasury has released the draft 2026 Budget Policy Statement and invited public and stakeholder comments by January 9, 2026, in a key step shaping Kenya’s medium-term fiscal priorities.
Justice Nixon Sifuna, who delivered the ruling, partially allowed a civil case filed by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) seeking to recover wealth allegedly acquired illegally during Waititu’s tenure. The commission had sought the seizure of assets totaling Sh1.9 billion, but the court approved confiscation of only those for which there was insufficient explanation regarding their source.
According to KRA, the jurisdictions on the list will apply to CRS information returns for reporting periods starting January 1, 2025. Financial institutions covered under the reporting requirements are expected to ensure full compliance when preparing and submitting their returns.
Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul meet in an eight-round heavyweight bout in Miami on December 19, with combined purses above $80m and Netflix backing a global, fully professional event.
Kindiki said the expansion will strengthen Kenya’s position in leisure, adventure, and MICE tourism, while ensuring that tourism gains reach counties beyond traditional destinations.
President Donald Trump signed an order to speed reclassification of marijuana to Schedule III, signaling a major federal policy shift with implications for medical research, investors and state laws.
The Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Mutahi Kagwe, said the future of food production lies in modern farming systems that use science, technology and digital tools to raise yields per acre.
The American rapper, real name Thomaz Cameron Jibril, admitted to smoking a joint during his performance at the Beach, Please! festival last year in Costinesti.
In a statement on Friday, Secretary General Shakila Abdalla said the President’s claim over the Kibwezi-Mutumo-Kitui-Bondoni road project is false.
Supreme Court Judge Smokin Wanjala has urged Kenya’s Judiciary to ensure digital court tools remain accessible to persons with disabilities and vulnerable litigants, warning technology can become a new barrier to justice.
Australia will launch a major gun buyback and tighten licensing after a Bondi-area terror attack killed 15 people, as authorities move to cap firearm ownership and fast-track a national register.