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Chakama Deaths: Mackenzie, seven others charged in court
The eight suspects face charges under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, the Penal Code, and additional murder-related counts before the High Court.
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Police identify 18-year-old as suspect in Tumbler Ridge shooting
Authorities confirmed the suspect, Jesse Van Rootselaar, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the scene, while the motive behind the attack remains unclear.
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ODM faces tighter discipline as Mbadi backs Sifuna’s removal
Mbadi defended Sifuna’s ouster as a necessary measure to safeguard ODM’s structure. He argued that expecting a senior official to stay in office while pursuing a path contrary to the party’s direction was unrealistic.
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Senator Oburu says ODM’s eyes on Deputy President seat as 2027 nears
Oburu said there should be no doubt that ODM has set its sights on the office, stressing that the party’s interest is about public service, not personal rivalries.
Global Affairs
AU, UN and partners demand de-escalation of Sudan conflict
In a joint statement, the five bodies — collectively known as the Quintet — expressed “grave concern at the continued escalation of the conflict in the Sudan” and urged parties to stop further military action.
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Mbadi: NEC’s recommendation on Sifuna follows party rules
Mbadi explained that the next steps involve review by the National Governing Council (NGC) and subsequent ratification at the National Delegates Conference (NDC), in accordance with the party constitution.
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COB Nyakang’o warns of weak monitoring of Turkana oil revenue
Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o told MPs that weak legal safeguards and limited transparency threaten proper oversight of Turkana petroleum revenues, urging clearer monitoring of county and community oil shares.
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Governors suspend appearances before senate CPAC, demand committee reconstitution
The CoG further demanded the reconstitution of affected Senate committees as a prerequisite for restoring confidence in the oversight process.
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Ombudsman orders KUPPET Kisii branch to release BBF records or pay fines
In a decision issued by the Office of the Ombudsman, the Commission directed KUPPET, through the Kisii Branch Executive Secretary, to facilitate access to documents requested by Mr. F.O., a union member, in a letter dated February 17, 2025.
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After ODM shake-up, Kuria challenges Sifuna to declare allegiance
On Wednesday, ODMs National Executive Committee (NEC) resolved to remove Sifuna as its Secretary General.
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Businessman awarded Sh3.5 million for illegal deportation to Somalia
Justice Bahati Mwamuye declared that Osman is a Kenyan citizen by birth and found that state agencies violated his constitutional rights by removing him from the country without due process.
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Sifuna removed as ODM Secretary General after Mombasa NEC meeting
The NEC further announced that Catherine Omanyo, one of the party’s Deputy Secretaries General, will assume the role in an acting capacity pending the election of a substantive office holder.
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Sakaja rules out return of County functions to National Government
Sakaja maintained that the constitutional framework governing devolution must be respected and that Nairobi County would retain its legally assigned responsibilities.
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Swiss national arrested in Watamu for defiling minor
An 85-year-old Swiss national was arrested in Watamu, Kilifi County, after police found a missing 15-year-old girl in a villa. He remains in custody pending arraignment as investigations continue.
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Government assures MPs of readiness for Lokichar oil transport
The government told Parliament Kenya’s roads and rail will support crude oil transport from South Lokichar, with trucking to Mombasa from 2027 and a planned shift to a road–rail system from 2030.
Business
Kenya Power EV charging use jumps 188% as revenue triples in 2025
The company has onboarded 205 customers to its e-mobility tariff and installed EV chargers across Nairobi, with plans to expand to Voi, Mombasa, Nyeri, Nakuru, and Eldoret.
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Fake News alert: World Bank reiterates commitment to NYOTA
The Bank reaffirmed its partnership with the Kenyan government, highlighting the program’s role in creating jobs and supporting vulnerable youth nationwide.
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Drought clash: Ruto, Kindiki respond to Gachagua’s allegations
Speaking in Garissa at the start of his three-day visit to the region, Ruto dismissed Gachagua as an “idler,” questioning his ability to plan or execute development programmes.f
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Treasury clarifies tax-free pension for retirees from December 2024
The changes, aimed at improving retirees’ welfare, come through the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024, which was assented to in December 2024.
Crime
EACC charges Kisumu bus park officer over alleged bribe
EACC has arrested and charged Kisumu County revenue officer Francis Muga Odhiambo over an alleged Sh10,000 bribe from a businessman at Kisumu Bus Park. He denied the charges and was released on bail.
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Uwezo, WEF struggle while digital lending reaches millions
Uwezo Fund disbursed Sh431.4 million for the year ending June 2025, missing its Sh600 million target and reversing the growth seen in 2023-24, when it exceeded Sh500 million following “rigorous sensitisation and relaxation of loaning guidelines” at the grassroots.
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ODM’s Oburu Oginga urges discipline, warns against external interference
ODM leader Oburu Oginga warned members against defying party resolutions, condemned external interference from Azimio partners, and said ODM will now formally assert its independence from the coalition.
Business
Capital Markets Authority approves new firms to expand investor access
Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority has licensed four firms, including Rock Advisors and Green Margin Capital, to expand banking, brokerage and advisory services, aiming to deepen markets and widen investor access.
Health and Wellness
Health regulator sets March deadline for facility ownership verification
KMPDC Chief Executive Officer Dr. David G. Kariuki called on affected facilities to forward certified copies of all relevant ownership, governance and licensing documents for review.
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Police seize 110 litres of chang’aa in Kisumu, arrest two in raids
National Police Service officers seized 110 litres of chang’aa and suspected cannabis in coordinated raids in Kisumu and Machakos, arresting two suspects as part of a wider crackdown on illicit drugs and alcohol.
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MPs question huge tax breaks for Gulf Energy in Turkana oil deal
During public participation on the proposed Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) between the government and GEBV, the committees expressed concern over a proposed increase in cost recovery from 65 per cent to 85 per cent.
Global Affairs
School shooting in Canada's British Columbia leaves 10 dead
In the RCMP release, six individuals, not including the suspect, were found deceased inside Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. Another person died while being transported to a local hospital.
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Media Council urges ethical journalism amid AI surge
Speaking on Radio Generation, Omwoyo described AI as “advanced, automatic,” highlighting that many people have been using it without even realizing it.
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Saboti MP Caleb Amisi rejects ODM removal, calls move politically motivated
Amisi explained that the party cited his holding of two positions—county chairperson and deputy organizing secretary—as the reason for his removal. He insisted that he was legitimately appointed to both roles and described the action as a technicality used to sideline him.
Business
Pension defaults rise as NSSF arrears top Sh5 billion
During the review period, unremitted contributions alone accounted for Sh2.03 billion, split evenly between Sh1.01 billion from employees and Sh1.01 billion from employers.