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Achilo, who fell ill in November, was admitted to Mbagathi Hospital on November 8, 2025, but passed away after several weeks of treatment on November 30, 2025. The family now faces a combined bill of Sh86,190, with Sh39,190 for medical services and Sh47,000 for mortuary charges.
Gender, Culture and Arts Cabinet Secretary Hannah Cheptumo said the first phase will focus on Garissa, Kakamega, Jericho, Kilifi, Kisii, Makueni, Marsabit, Murang'a, Narok, Siaya, Tharaka Nithi, Turkana and Vihiga.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Kalonzo pointed to the arrest of Anthony Kibagendi as an example of what he described as selective enforcement of the law.
Kenya Revenue Authority has issued a special tender for integrated enterprise systems, inspection technologies and consultancy services, marking a major step in its digital and enforcement upgrade.
Duale spoke during a strategic engagement forum held in Bomet County that drew participation from unions, private health providers, faith-based organisations and development partners. The meeting was co-chaired by Bomet Governor Hillary Barchock.
For individual investors, the USSD application offers a quick and convenient mobile option. Interested applicants can dial *483*816# from their registered Kenyan mobile number, with payment integrated via M-Pesa.
The new unit will focus on areas considered vulnerable to vandalism and will work closely with police officers and multi-agency teams seconded to the county.
Interested bidders can access the bidding documents free of charge from KETRACO’s website and seek clarifications from the Senior Manager, Supply Chain.
FKF and ACAKORO have launched a free U15 national team scouting exercise in Ndhiwa, marking the first phase of Kenya’s Road to U17 World Cup 2027 talent development project.
Wakiihuri’s dedication translated into historic achievements. He became the first Kenyan to win the World Championships marathon gold in 1987 with a time of 2:11:48.
Mudavadi noted that Germany remains one of Kenya’s most significant development partners, ranking fifth overall, with commitments totaling approximately €2.5 billion.
OpenAI and the Gates Foundation have launched a Sh6.45 billion Horizon 1000 initiative to deploy AI in primary healthcare, starting in Rwanda and targeting 1,000 clinics across Africa by 2028.
DCI said the inquiry into the crash, which occurred on the night of December 13, 2025, at the Karai area along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway, is still underway and has been “wide-ranging and comprehensive.”
More than 60 per cent of these recommendations are administrative, revealing weaknesses in internal controls and accountability among Accounting Officers. She also pointed to delays in implementing recommendations that involve multiple agencies, citing weak inter-agency coordination as a major obstacle.
Approved by the Capital Markets Authority on 8 December 2025, the ALP REIT holds the distinction of being the first industrial income REIT in East Africa. It introduces a tax-efficient investment structure to Kenya’s industrial real estate sector, opening the market to a broader pool of institutional investors.
The World Meteorological Organization confirms 2025 as one of the three warmest years on record, with record ocean heat and 2015–2025 the warmest 11-year period, underscoring the ongoing climate crisis.
The NGC will deliberate on key political and governance matters when it meets next week, including the implementation of the government’s manifesto, party elections, and ongoing political engagements.
The public hearings will be held in major towns and county headquarters across the country. The first sessions will take place on 3rd February in Nairobi, Mandera, Machakos, and Nyandarua. On 4th February, hearings will move to Nakuru, Wajir, Kitui, and Nyeri.
The offer opens ownership of one of the country’s most strategic energy assets to local, regional, and international investors, with 5% of the shares reserved for employees under an Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP).
During the ceremony, President Ruto reaffirmed his strong belief in the potential of Kenya’s youth, describing it as “deep and unshakable.” He said young people have the “capability, the energy, the talent and the resolve to turn our grand ambition into reality,” adding that Kenya’s youth “rank among the very best in the world in terms of our human capital development.”
The Treasury expects retirements to accelerate across education, security services, and long-standing ministries, pushing the number of pensioners on the government payroll beyond 370,000 by 2026, up from about 340,000 in 2023. This surge is expected to inflate both monthly pension payouts and lump-sum gratuities.
Meja joined the PSC in January 2025 and his promotion would position him at the helm of one of the country’s key constitutional commissions responsible for overseeing public service management.
The announcement follows a previous commitment to acquire 11 Boeing 737 MAX jets, bringing Ethiopian Airlines’ total fuel-efficient Boeing order book to 20 aircraft, reinforcing the carrier’s position as Africa’s leading airline.
KenGen confirmed that electricity supply remains stable, noting that “All other turbines at the facility remain fully operational.” The company emphasized that the incident was isolated and did not affect the wider operations of the wind farm.
Treasury records show KRA collected Sh1.161 trillion between July and December 2025, missing the Sh1.314 trillion needed to stay on track for its Sh2.627 trillion annual target.
After his death, social media circulated videos that appeared to show his body being transported to a mortuary, sparking speculation about what caused his passing. Family members clarified that he had suffered from a persistent illness that triggered seizures.
The move comes as Posta faces declining local use, challenged by digital communication and competition from private courier services. Upcountry matatu saccos have also increasingly handled parcel delivery, acting as informal couriers alongside commuter services.
The upcoming service will provide Wi-Fi access on an hourly, daily, or weekly basis, similar to the model that has long driven mobile data usage in Kenya.
Health facilities in Baidoa and Mudug are overwhelmed with cases of measles, diphtheria, and acute watery diarrhoea among displaced people and host communities seeking medical care.
CBK Governor Kamau Thugge told the National Assembly’s joint committee on Finance and National Planning and Public Debt and Privatisation that the sale of a 15 percent government stake to South Africa’s Vodacom Group is unlikely to affect M-Pesa, the mobile money service holding more than Sh250 billion in customer funds.