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Court of Appeal judge Francis Tuiyott, during a Judicial Service Commission interview for a Supreme Court position, raised questions on whether “consent” in FGM cases is truly free, urging courts to interpret the law with Kenya’s constitutional history.
Kindiki said the government is shifting from debt-driven financing to a model that leverages private capital to fund critical infrastructure projects.
Health CS Aden Duale says talks with the European Investment Bank will expand a solar and battery programme targeting 2,000 facilities nationwide, starting with a pilot at Kenyatta National Hospital to improve service continuity.
The National Gender and Equality Commission says it is concerned about killings affecting women and girls in Kitui County. In a meeting with county officials and the Deputy County Commissioner, NGEC urged stronger prevention and faster reporting.
President William Ruto announced a partnership with Amsons Group to construct 10 mother and child hospitals in Kenya. Amsons will fund construction while the government provides land, equipment and health personnel, supporting Universal Health Coverage.
Kenya says it will integrate traditional and complementary medicine into its national health system to strengthen primary healthcare and universal health coverage. Dr Ouma Oluga said the approach will use policy, regulation, quality assurance and referral linkages.
In a second operation at the Kenya–Uganda border, officers based at Malaba Police Station stopped another attempt to smuggle drugs into the country. The suspect, Julius Okadapao, a 31-year-old Ugandan national, was arrested at the Posta area in Malaba after his luggage raised suspicion among officers on duty.
KRA explained that the draft regulations were developed by the Commissioner General acting on behalf of the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury, following the requirements set out under the Statutory Instruments Act, Cap. 2A.
PS Mang'eni says Africa should turn critical mineral deposits into jobs and prosperity through local processing, MSME participation and formal support for artisanal miners, using blended finance and technology.
The National Police Service says heavy rains have raised river levels, increasing flood risk for downstream communities. Kenya Red Cross reports flooding across Nairobi and other counties, with hundreds of households affected and rescues underway.
Although the official location is still to be announced, Rabat is widely expected to serve as the host city. The capital already hosts FIFA’s first regional office in Africa, a move seen as part of deeper engagement between the body and African football structures.
Mudavadi said conflicts in different parts of the world, including the Middle East and Eastern Europe, are continuing to affect Kenya through higher fuel prices and increased transport costs, putting pressure on public spending.
The ruling is a major setback for operators who have been pushing Kenya’s Nganya culture.
Local reports and security updates indicate that at least seven people have been killed in recent attacks connected to the cross-border clashes, heightening fear among residents and prompting renewed calls for intervention.
Heavy rainfall has caused flooding across counties including Nairobi, Machakos and Kajiado, affecting hundreds of households and disrupting transport. Kenya Red Cross says rescues, assessments and evacuations are ongoing as rainfall continues.
MPs noted that the shift from the National Health Insurance Fund to the Social Health Authority has created new challenges for cancer patients, especially in accessing consistent and affordable treatment. The House was told that Kenya records about 44,000 new cancer cases every year, with over 29,000 deaths, with breast, cervical, and prostate cancers being the most common.
During the trial, the prosecution maintained that the officers acted together in inflicting the injuries that caused the death of the suspect while he was under their care. A total of 14 witnesses testified to support the case presented in court.
Ruto said the country had moved away from the economic pressure that marked the period after the Covid-19 shock, describing the current situation as one of recovery and growth.
Under the new rules, players who cover their mouths with hands or jerseys during confrontations risk an immediate red card.
Principal Administrative Secretary Beverly Opwora urged Kenyans to share timely, accurate information with security officials to curb emerging threats. She said chiefs and local structures support early warning, disaster response and peacebuilding.
Principal Administrative Secretary Beverly Opwora says Kenya’s national administration system—through regional commissioners, chiefs and village elders—links citizens to services, supports ID verification, and mobilises communities for programmes, security and disaster response.
KPLC officials told the committee that delays were partly caused by disruptions following the collapse of the Finance Bill 2024, which affected payments to contractors. However, MPs dismissed the explanation, insisting that the agency must take responsibility for delivery.
Board member Eric Ooko said he only became aware of the State House engagement after President Ruto publicly criticised the hospital leadership during a rally in Cheptais, Mount Elgon, where he referred to board members as “fraudsters, charlatans and conmen”
Weather-related shocks remain a major factor driving hunger. The report shows that one-third of people experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity in 2024 were in countries where extreme weather events were the main cause.
NCIC CEO Daniel Mutegi says Kenya is strengthening legal and institutional tools to curb hate speech and political incitement ahead of the 2027 elections. Mutegi outlines a three-phase peace roadmap and notes the NCIC Act Bill is in third reading.
According to the 2026 Annual National Shadow Budget, the government borrowed a net Sh1.03 trillion in the 2024-25 financial year, but only Sh582.9 billion was channelled towards development expenditure. This gap has sparked concern over whether borrowing is delivering meaningful long-term benefits.
The standoff had seen governors refuse to appear before key Senate committees, a move that disrupted oversight work and triggered sharp exchanges over how counties are monitored and held accountable.
Matiba stressed that procurement and supply chain systems play a central role in managing such risks because they determine how goods and services move from source markets to consumers.
Design images released by the US State Department show Trump’s portrait placed alongside sections of the Declaration of Independence text, with the American flag in the background. His signature appears in gold as part of the design.
The report released by WMO on Wednesday found that at least 95% of Europe experienced above-average annual temperatures in 2025, with extreme weather stretching from the Mediterranean to the Arctic.