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The settlement provides for revised allowances, including Sh25,000 for uniforms and Sh30,000 for nursing service, while leave allowance will be calculated at one-third of basic salary, capped at Sh50,000. The health risk allowance remains unchanged at Sh5,000.
Under the plan, the city will be split into Nairobi North, Nairobi West and Nairobi East, each placed under a dedicated sub-regional police commander.
Officials at the depots demonstrated automated monitoring systems showing real-time fuel levels. In Nairobi, tanks were shown holding millions of litres, including 10 million litres of diesel and more than 2.4 million litres of super petrol. Kisumu depots reported over 11 million litres of petrol and about 23 million litres of diesel.
In the review released on April 14, 2026, EPRA said the new pump prices will take effect from April 15, 2026, and remain in force until May 14, 2026, marking another adjustment in the cost of fuel that is likely to affect transport and overall living expenses.
In a statement, Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale confirmed that a return-to-work formula had been reached, bringing an end to the disruption at the country’s largest referral hospital.
Sakaja described the decision as a powerful demonstration of leadership and accountability, noting that compliance with environmental regulations must begin at the highest level of government.
Mudavadi emphasized that Kenya’s democratic progress depends on maintaining peace, assuring citizens that the government is committed to delivering credible elections.
The central bank noted that it has received more than 800 applications since March 2022, reflecting strong interest in Kenya’s digital lending space.
The Office of the Auditor General reported that by June 30, 2024, only Sh 6,093,366 remained, leaving a variance of Sh 6,818,373. MPs said the gap raised concerns of possible violation of Regulation 54(1) of the PFM (National Government) Regulations, 2015, which bars diversion of funds meant for specific use.
Maangi told the Committee that Oryx received a direct request for proposal from the State Department of Petroleum on March 19, 2026, seeking urgent fuel supplies to cushion the country against global disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Data tabled before the committee showed that Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) remained the leading imported product, driven by its heavy use in transport and industrial activity across the country.
According to the board, the appointment follows a structured selection process designed to identify a candidate with extensive experience in infrastructure development and large-scale project delivery across multiple international markets.
Speaking in Mombasa, Ida made it clear that despite her proximity to influential political figures, she does not consider herself part of the political class.
The identity of the deceased had not been confirmed by the time of going to press, according to police.
Mudavadi, however, stressed that the success of devolution depends on strong institutions and effective oversight. He said county assemblies are “indispensable” in ensuring accountability and faithful implementation of the Constitution. He added that devolution has improved access to resources and increased public participation, but still requires continued strengthening.
The case now places the Supreme Court at the centre of a defining constitutional question on how far the State can go in regulating online content while protecting digital rights and freedom of expression.
Omwoyo raised concern over what he described as a “crisis of deep stories,” saying many important investigative reports are not fully developed due to limited support for watchdog journalism.
The Social Health Authority has begun phased rollout of Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund tariffs, starting with Level 5 and 6 hospitals, with full implementation expected within 21 days.
In a ruling delivered on April 13, 2026, Justice L. P. Kassan found that the applicant had failed to meet the legal threshold required to grant stay orders.
The strategy is anchored on the National Infrastructure Fund, which is intended to pool public and private capital for long-term projects. The Treasury noted that Kenya has sufficient financial resources locally but lacks structured coordination to fully channel them into PPP investments.
The committee is focusing on how counties are using technology to improve revenue collection, strengthen transparency, and reduce losses in public funds. Lawmakers are also checking whether IFMIS is fully applied in financial processes to improve reporting and automate operations.
Senator Kajwang said the hearings are not intended to punish governors but to interrogate how public resources are used and to help counties improve financial management. He added that many of the audit concerns are systemic and can be addressed through cooperation between the two levels of government.
Currently, EPRA has set fuel prices at Sh178.28 per litre for Super Petrol, Sh166.54 for Diesel, and Sh152.78 for Kerosene. This is according to the March to April fuel review announced on March 14, 2026.
Chomba further explained that even stations handling large volumes are not spared, saying outlets that sell up to 5,000 litres a day can run out of fuel within hours due to supply bottlenecks and uneven distribution.
The recruitment follows the departure of Humphrey Wattanga, who left office on Wednesday, April 8 after being placed on terminal leave by the board. He had earlier been asked to step aside but did not resign.
The audit findings come at a time when the Kenya Literature Bureau is facing declining financial performance. Its latest statements show a sharp fall in revenue, reflecting reduced demand for its publications.
The Linda Mwananchi delegation accused government-linked actors of enabling rising cases of political violence and goonism, saying the attack on Osotsi reflects a wider pattern of intimidation targeting leaders in the country.
The committee reviewed financial records showing that the embassy was allocated Sh 401.44 million for the 2025/26 financial year, with Sh 366.44 million set aside for recurrent spending and Sh 35 million for development work.
The Narok Senator argued that leaders who have already served as governors and are linked to financial impropriety should face a permanent political lockout from the Senate.
The examination council depends on a large workforce drawn mainly from the teaching profession to run national assessments. For the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education exams, 22,247 security officers, 54,782 invigilators, 12,126 supervisors and 10,765 centre managers were deployed.