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Adan Abdulla Mohamed appointed new KRA Commissioner General
The appointment was contained in a special Kenya Gazette notice dated May 18, 2026, and signed by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi Ng’ongo.
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LSK issues six demands over fuel, power price hikes, threatens court action
LSK President Charles Kanjama said the latest adjustments have worsened pressure on citizens and the business sector, accusing key state institutions of decisions that have pushed the cost of living higher.
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MKF interim chair hails Autocross as new beginning for registered federation
Tundo spoke on Sunday after the event, which attracted more than 45 competitors, just days after Sports Registrar Rose Wasike officially issued the federation with a Certificate of Registration on May 12, 2026, making MKF the legitimate governing body under the Sports Act.
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Kindiki: Fuel prices could have hit Sh400 without government intervention
Kindiki attributed the pressure on fuel prices to a global crisis tied to ongoing tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which he said had disrupted supply chains.
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CS Murkomen accuses politicians of hijacking fuel price protests
Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, Murkomen said at least 348 suspects had already been arrested as the government intensified security operations against what he described as organised criminal gangs behind the chaos witnessed in several parts of the country.
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Matatu sector loses over Sh500m in a day as strike over fuel prices escalates
The protests and partial transport paralysis seen in parts of the country on Monday followed the latest fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority, which saw diesel prices rise sharply.
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Four killed, 30 injured in fuel protests, Murkomen says
Murkomen said the violent scenes witnessed, including looting, road blockades and destruction of property, could not solve the issue of fuel prices and instead made the economic situation worse for citizens and businesses.
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Six officers injured as police arrest 225 during fuel price protests
Mohamud said the protests had not been formally communicated to the police in advance and insisted they quickly turned chaotic and violent.
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NCIC warns against hate speech after reshuffle redeploys County Commissioners to Meru
The Commission says such remarks circulating online are unlawful and divisive, and has launched investigations while warning that Kenya’s Constitution guarantees equal service nationwide.
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DP Kindiki warns against looting and violent protests amid Kenya’s fuel price pressure
He said government interventions had cushioned consumers and announced stakeholder talks led by President William Ruto’s appointees. He warned that demonstrations, looting, and anarchy cannot resolve the fuel crisis affecting households and industries nationwide.
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Transport paralysis hits Garissa–Nairobi route after sharp fuel price hike
The disruption affected major bus and saloon car taxi operators plying the busy Garissa–Nairobi highway. Commuters were stuck at bus stations and roadside terminals as transport operators protested rising operational costs.
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Ruto announces handover of 55,000 affordable housing units before year end
Speaking at the 13th World Urban Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan, Ruto said 8,000 housing keys had already been issued under the programme, while another 273,000 units were under construction across the country.
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Ombudsman warns of rising political intolerance, hate speech and violence
In a statement issued on Monday, Commission Chairperson Charles Dulo said the country was witnessing an “alarming surge” in threats, incitement and politically motivated violence targeting individuals because of their political opinions, affiliations or public expression.
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NCIC condemns deadly assault using petrol on Rachel Wandeto in Nairobi
The NCIC condemned an attack on gospel singer Rachel Wandeto in Kasarani, Nairobi, where she died after being set on fire with petrol. The Commission links the assault to threats against political expression and urges prosecution.
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Court of Appeal dismisses AG's appeal over SGR documents, upholds disclosure ruling
The court reaffirmed that access to public information is a constitutional right under Article 35, stressing that secrecy claims must meet strict legal thresholds and cannot override transparency in publicly funded projects.
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Interior CS Murkomen condemns killing of Rachel Wandetto in Mwiki
Wandetto died on Monday at Kenyatta National Hospital, days after suffering severe burns in an attack by unknown assailants in Nairobi’s Mwiki area, an incident authorities say may have been linked to political intolerance.
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Matatu owners warn protests may continue over rising fuel costs
Karakacha accused Treasury CS John Mbadi of threatening the economy through continued fuel price increases, saying the hikes were hurting transport businesses and ordinary Kenyans already struggling with rising costs of living nationwide.
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Kalonzo blames Ruto’s administration for nationwide transport paralysis after fuel hikes
In a statement issued on Monday, Kalonzo said the ongoing matatu strike and transport disruptions across the country were the direct result of policies implemented by the government following the latest fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
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Australian High Commission warns of transport protests, urges essential travel in Kenya
The advisory highlights risks of violent demonstrations, terrorism threats, and seasonal flooding. Authorities have urged the public to avoid crowds, monitor local media, and follow official guidance as disruptions continue across parts of the country.
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Media Council calls for coordinated African response to digital media challenges
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Bwire said African countries must shift from fragmented national approaches to a coordinated continental strategy that can better engage global technology platforms and strengthen media resilience.
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Interpol’s Operation Ramz leads to 201 arrests across MENA in cybercrime crackdown
The operation by the name Operation Ramz targeted phishing, malware, and online scams, also resulting in the seizure of 53 servers and nearly 8,000 intelligence pieces shared across 13 countries to strengthen regional cyber cooperation.
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MCK warns of online child safety risks, calls for media literacy
Media Council of Kenya’s Victor Bwire says misinformation and harmful online content are increasing risks for children and young people, including radicalization and exploitation. He urges media literacy, responsible internet use, and better cooperation beyond punitive laws.
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Faith Odhiambo warns fuel price hike points to deeper economic crisis
Former LSK President Faith Odhiambo says rising fuel prices and fears of a nationwide transport strike could deepen Kenya’s economic and social crisis, straining households, transport, trade and access to essential services.
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Lawyer Otieno says Finance Bill 2026 expands tax base, not many new taxes
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Otieno defended discussions around wealth tax, transparency, and accountability, arguing that Kenya’s taxation challenges are tied to weak public trust, poor service delivery, and limited transparency in public finance management.
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Mbadi blames Middle East war for fuel price hikes, calls matatu strike ‘uncalled for’
Speaking on NTV Kenya on Monday, Mbadi said the government had already spent about Sh35 billion through fuel subsidies and tax reductions to cushion consumers from rising petroleum prices.
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Wanjigi links Kenya’s economic crisis to debt, taxes, fuel prices and rising statutory deductions
Speaking during a TV interview on Sunday, Wanjigi said the country was nearing economic collapse, warning that rising debt repayments were consuming nearly all government revenue and deepening poverty nationwide.
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Nairobi commuters struggle as matatu operators suspend services in fuel-price strike
The strike, which took effect at midnight, disrupted movement in and out of the capital as matatus and buses withdrew services on several major routes, affecting workers, students and traders travelling to the city early Monday.
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ODM to push Gov't for fuel relief, says Oburu
Speaking during the ODM Nyanza Delegates Consultative Forum in Kisumu, Oburu said global events, including conflict in the Middle East, had contributed to the sharp rise in fuel prices. However, he maintained that the government could still ease the burden through tax adjustments.
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Yego wins record sixth African title in Accra
Speaking at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium after receiving his gold medal, Yego hinted that this could be his final appearance at the African Championships after successfully defending his title.
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Police assure heightened security ahead of Monday nationwide matatu strike
Police said the majority of transport stakeholders remain committed to normal operations, with the United Transport Association of Kenya distancing itself from the planned strike. The service urged the public to remain calm, continue with daily activities and cooperate with security officers.