Sonko secures Speaker post as political tensions deepen in Senegal
Analysts say the role could give him considerable influence and make it harder for the president to advance policies if he does not secure enough backing in parliament.
Analysts say the role could give him considerable influence and make it harder for the president to advance policies if he does not secure enough backing in parliament.
Speaking on Tuesday during the launch at the tournament venue, Otieno said the one-day, four-team competition aims to bring together mothers and grandmothers, bridge socio-economic gaps, and spread the Christian gospel.
The utility said the proposed licences will not negatively affect the public or local authorities. KenGen has invited stakeholders to inspect application documents and submit objections or representations to the regulator within 30 days.
Speaking during a farewell meeting with outgoing Apostolic Nuncio Hubertus Matheus Maria van Megen at Parliament Buildings on Tuesday, Wetang’ula said religious institutions have a critical role in speaking on justice, peace and accountability, but must remain fair and impartial in political matters.
Images from the scene showed the minibus lying on its side in Buggenhout, a small town near Aalst, to the north-west of the Belgian capital Brussels.
In a statement issued in Nairobi on May 26, 2026 , the Authority said the approvals will expand the range of savings and investment products available in the market, from conservative money market funds to more complex multi-asset and alternative strategies targeting both retail and institutional investors.
He outlines that weak communication undermines accountability and public trust, noting that government messaging is often reactive rather than strategic, despite extensive policy activity across ministries and agencies.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki opened the 68th International Sugar Organization Seminar at Diani Beach Resort in Kwale County, saying reforms aim to boost efficiency, investment and value addition in Kenya’s sugar sector.
KEPSA said the Finance Bill comes at a time when Kenya’s fiscal situation remains under pressure, with the National Treasury targeting Sh3.38 trillion in ordinary revenue collection for the 2025/2026 financial year. At the same time, businesses continue to face high production and operational costs.
In a statement on Tuesday, she said the figure reflects a full spectrum of child protection cases recorded in the system, including missing children reports, recoveries, reunifications, and protection interventions.
CS Mbadi told the committee that the shift is intended to ease pressure on the national budget and allow more self-reliant financing among state agencies involved in commercially viable projects.
Following the swearing-in ceremony, attention is expected to shift to the First Reading of the Finance Bill, 2026, one of the key items lined up for consideration by lawmakers.
A UN report says climate change affects people differently, with women and girls facing disproportionate risks. It highlights displacement, disrupted services and gender-based violence, while urging women’s inclusion in policy and disaster planning.
The National Police Service described the recovery as a demonstration of the impact of coordinated security operations being undertaken under Operation Maliza Uhalifu, an initiative established by the Ministry of Interior and National Administration to tackle insecurity, banditry and organised crime in affected regions.
The dispute traces back to an April 24 NEC resolution that sought to compel the three officials to step aside over claims involving the alleged misappropriation of about Sh42 million connected to CHAN insurance funds and procurement-related concerns.
Economist and KRA Chair Ndiritu Muriithi says Kenya has industrial capacity, but weak policy incentives and low confidence in locally made goods are slowing manufacturing. He urges counties to target interventions and improve local revenue collection.
The recruitment process follows the exit of former IPOA Chairperson Isaack Hassan, who was recently appointed as a Judge of the Court of Appeal.
The updated app now supports Face ID and fingerprint authentication when approving transactions. This replaces the earlier system that depended only on manual PIN entry, which had raised concern among some users over ease and security of access.
Counties expected to experience showers and thunderstorms include Nandi, Kakamega, Kisumu, Narok, Nyeri, Kiambu, Nairobi, Meru and Embu, among others.
Waruku in Kileleshwa ward was also hit by a fire overnight that left at least 20 houses and 11 businesses badly affected
Lawmakers are now seeking detailed records showing how the funds were distributed across the six counties selected for the pilot phase of the digital compensation system. They want breakdowns per county and sub-county, payment records, and a full list of all beneficiaries.
Officials drawn from Vocal Africa, Fast Action Business Community, Tuk Tuk Association, Boda Boda Association and Taxi Association said the new structure is unfair to residents and business operators who rely heavily on the channel for daily movement and trade.
The Police Spokesperson urged Kenyans to rely on confirmed information before drawing conclusions on individual cases, stressing the need for calm and verification when dealing with such reports.
The 10-year Ugandan bond offers investors a return of 13 per cent. Uganda also has the option of raising an additional Sh3.2 billion (€25 million) through a green shoe option if demand from regional investors exceeds expectations.
The Missing Child Kenya Foundation says the figures show a long-standing challenge in coordination, even as government and stakeholders push for stronger systems to track and respond to cases involving missing, abducted and abandoned children.
World U-20 cross-country champion Frankline Kibet headlines the squad alongside Cynthia Chepkurui, who recently claimed the African U-18 3,000m title; Mercy Chepng’eno, who won silver at the African Championships in Accra; Joyline Chepkemoi, the African U-20 3,000m bronze medallist; and African Youth Games champion Emmanuel Lemiso.
Among the schools and clubs represented at the gala were Aga Khan Academy, Juja Preparatory School, Kiota School, M-PESA Foundation Academy, Leyians Swimming Club, Genesis Sports Limited, Goldfish, Woodcreek, Crawford International School, and Mombasa Aquatics, among others.
Appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Blue Economy, Principal Secretary Julius Korir said the department’s budget estimates amount to Sh56.481 billion, comprising Sh8.525 billion for recurrent expenditure and Sh47.956 billion for development expenditure. This places the department Sh365 million below the BPS ceiling.
In a statement issued by the newly constituted Commission after the swearing in of its chairperson and seven commissioners, NCIC noted that it was now “fully constituted and ready to serve” amid a growing trend of political intolerance, hate speech and ethnic profiling.
Speaking during a public engagement in Kisii on Monday, Kindiki said the government’s investments in roads, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, healthcare, education and agriculture had already earned public confidence across the country.