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Addressing the officers at Toussaint Louverture Airport on April 27, 2026, Murkomen said the operation stands out as a key moment in Kenya’s engagement in global peace initiatives. He delivered a message of appreciation from President William Ruto and Kenyans, noting the emotional weight of leaving communities the officers had worked to protect while preparing to reunite with their families.
Output is also forecast to increase, with production projected to grow by 4.8 per cent to 727,000 tonnes in 2026. The rise is linked to improved yields and a steady increase in acreage under the crop.
Motorists have been advised to exercise caution due to poor visibility during heavy rains, while residents living in low-lying and landslide-prone areas have been urged to remain alert.
CCTV technician James Githinji explained that he replaced the Digital Video Recorder, installed a new hard disk, changed five cameras and restored the power supply. The upgrades brought back all 11 cameras within the compound, though coverage remained limited to selected areas.
The plane, which was on a domestic flight from Yei, went down about 20 kilometres south-west of the capital shortly after takeoff. The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority says investigators have been sent to the crash site to establish the cause.
ODM strategic advisor Fredrick Okango says Linda Mwananchi gatherings are unofficial and not sanctioned by ODM organs. He criticises indiscipline and questions parallel leadership linked to Siaya Governor James Orengo, as internal divisions widen.
The project is part of a joint programme between Nairobi City County and the national government, delivered through the Kenya Urban Roads Authority. The wider plan is aimed at upgrading roads, improving drainage, and ensuring the city can better handle extreme weather while supporting movement within key urban areas.
Mbijiwe, currently Chief of Staff in the Meru County Government since April 2025, outlined his public service record, having served as a Member of County Assembly in Meru from 2013 to 2022. He told the committee that his background in governance, education, and community work, including faith-based initiatives, has prepared him for the role.
The separatist Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) group said on Sunday the Russian troops had agreed to withdraw permanently, and claimed control of Kidal, declaring it "now free".
The Senate inquiry is expected to examine whether control of county finances is being used to limit the legal mandate of municipal boards, raising concerns about accountability and service delivery in urban areas.
Appearing before the Senate Committee on Cohesion and Equal Opportunities on Monday, the agency not only presented staffing numbers but also outlined how it is aligning its operations with constitutional requirements on diversity, fairness, and equal opportunity.
The court has further authorised forensic analysis of relevant digital evidence, including call data records and financial transactions, to support the investigation.
The 23-year-old, on Saturday, 25 April, landed a spot in the NFL, getting picked by NFL franchise Philadelphia Eagles after going undrafted through seven rounds, meaning that he has now signed as an undrafted free agent through the NFL International Player Pathway (IPP) program.
The court heard he recruited and radicalised a minor, facilitating their attempted travel to Somalia with promises of financial gain and military training.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission condemned alleged hate speech by Garissa politician Bare Sahara Ahmed and confirmed his arrest, saying freedom of expression does not extend to incitement or divisive remarks. The case is under legal review.
In a statement on Monday, detectives said the suspects—Boniface Kilonzo Mwaniki, Josphat Musili and Muia Mutune—were apprehended following investigations by the Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau (CRIB) and the Operation Action Team (OAT).
Appearing before a three-judge bench comprising Eric Ogolla, Anthony Mrima and Freda Mugambi on Monday, his legal team said the amended petition no longer seeks his return to the deputy presidency.
Speaking Monday in Nairobi at the World Health Summit Regional Meeting, President Ruto urged African governments to take primary responsibility for health financing and reforms, warning donor dependence and fragmented systems are weakening resilience.
In a letter dated April 27, 2026 to the IEBC chairperson, the party clarified that the process will comply with all necessary electoral procedures.
Senior mental health expert Dr. Lukoye Atwoli told the World Health Summit Regional Meeting in Nairobi that African health systems face unprecedented strain from funding cuts, climate shocks and supply chain fragility, urging enforceable commitments.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and family appeared at Milimani High Court on Monday for an impeachment-related hearing. The case concerns his challenge to the impeachment process, with multiple applications still pending.
In a Radio Generation interview, lawyer and political analyst Fanya Mambo Kinuthia said Kenya’s democracy remains vibrant despite tensions, while urging voters to reject fear ahead of 2027 and calling for stronger rights protections and oversight.
The county government estimates that the new arrangement will reduce electricity spending by about Sh 30 million every month, alongside Sh 500,000 in monthly maintenance savings.
Kenya, making its debut at the tournament, lost their tournament opener in the national championship division 2, 33-45 against ACT Buccaneers on Thursday, a hard fight that ended in a narrow loss in the dying minutes.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Dr. Abdi said SHA “payout is around 80%,” noting that the current system is performing better in settling claims compared to its predecessor.
The move comes after a fatal crash along the Mai Mahiu–Narok Road in the Nairegia area, where eight people died following a head-on collision involving multiple vehicles.
Social Health Authority chair Dr. Abdi Mohamed says teachers’ medical cover was transferred to SHA to save costs and expand access from about 800 to 10,000 facilities, while curbing misuse and fraudulent claims.
Muturi also criticised what he described as pressure to push the agreement through Parliament without enough time for proper examination. He insisted that lawmakers must be allowed sufficient space to interrogate the details before making any decision.
Since the death of party leader Raila Odinga in October last year, Sifuna has maintained that supporting Ruto’s re-election was not part of the 10-point agreement between Odinga and the President.
Omanyala clocked 9.95 seconds, just behind Blake, who won in 9.93 seconds. The Kenyan sprinter has shown steady improvement since starting his 2026 season in Addis Ababa with a 9.98 win, followed by victory at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi with a time of 9.96.