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The Senate wants county administrations to explain why employees have continued missing their monthly pay despite billions of shillings being allocated to devolved units.
Speaking during the 25th COMESA Summit in Harare, Zimbabwe, on Thursday, while handing over the Chairmanship to Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Ruto said the regional bloc had recorded improvements in economic growth, inflation and fiscal performance despite global economic uncertainty and supply chain disruptions
Chief Magistrate Harrison Barasa adjourned the case on Thursday after State prosecutor Vincent Monda and defence lawyer Chris Mutuku differed on how the court should proceed following a High Court ruling that overturned the couple’s acquittals on money-laundering charges.
The push follows a petition by Tharaka-Nithi Senator Mwenda Gataya, who has called for an investigation into the persistent delays affecting employees in several counties.
Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital Chief Executive Officer Dr Fredrick Obwanda said the investment was part of the facility's efforts to modernise its diagnostic equipment and improve the quality of healthcare available to the public.
The eye naturally produces a clear fluid that nourishes its internal structures and helps maintain pressure. Under normal conditions, the fluid drains through a network of channels. When the drainage system becomes blocked or does not work effectively, fluid can build up, raising pressure and putting the optic nerve at risk.
The arrests form part of efforts by detectives to disrupt the sale and distribution of narcotic drugs and other illicit substances in communities across the country
The committee, led by Molo MP Kuria Kimani, wants the National Assembly to approve all changes introduced by the Senate to the Public Audit (Amendment) Bill, 2024.
The woman, who is originally from Uganda and lives in Nigeria’s capital, is the wife of a diplomat. According to Nigeria’s Health Minister, Muhammad Ali Pate, she spent two and a half weeks in Kampala before returning to Abuja on October 3. She also made a two-hour stopover in Ethiopia’s capital during her journey back.
The Progress Plus Alliance (PPA) party leader compared Sifuna’s role to that of a preacher urging the country to return to its constitutional foundations, arguing that Kenya had lost direction and needed to use the law as its main guide in governing public affairs.
The planned release comes as health authorities continue efforts to contain the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola and prevent further infections. Kenya confirmed its first case on October 6 after a 40-year-old Kenyan who had travelled from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on October 3 died on October 5. Laboratory tests confirmed that the patient had contracted the virus.
The transactions involved varying amounts transferred on sporadic dates, a pattern the commission said was inconsistent with regular salary payments
SUPKEM National Chairman Al-Hajj Hassan Ole Naado said the council was prioritising dialogue with policymakers and state institutions to ensure government programmes address the needs of Muslims while promoting inclusive development
The inquiry will seek to establish how Francis was arrested and detained, including whether the officers observed established policing procedures and respected his constitutional rights as a journalist.
PS Sing’Oei said the new assignments are intended to improve Kenya’s engagement with other countries, support trade and investment, oversee public resources and ensure Kenyans abroad can access services through the country’s missions.
The Senate Education Committee, chaired by nominated Senator Betty Montet, found that the challenges extend beyond the availability of teaching staff, with thousands of children still unable to access formal pre-primary education despite legal and constitutional provisions guaranteeing access to basic education.
The warning, issued in collaboration with the ICT Authority, followed an alert by the PHP security team on two critical vulnerabilities, both of which received a severity rating of 9.2 out of 10 under the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS).
The Kisii senator also raised concerns about the country’s debt, claiming that public borrowing had increased from about Sh8 trillion when former President Uhuru Kenyatta left office to nearly Sh14 trillion under Ruto.
The medical update comes as the Pope returns to his public duties after spending four days at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he underwent surgery on 13 October. He was discharged over the weekend and stopped to speak with well-wishers as he left the hospital grounds.
Although the October–December rains offer the prospect of better harvests and some relief from rising food prices, the survey indicates that consumers may continue to face higher bills in the near term as fuel expenses, production costs and weather-related supply risks weigh on the market.
During cross-examination before Justice Alexander Muteti, lawyer Joel Mbaluka, representing Rose, Chris and Angela, sought to establish whether disagreements within the family had influenced Ndetei’s position on their continued detention as they await trial.
The former Deputy President said Munyiri would seek the Nyeri seat under the DCP banner.
The Health Cabinet Secretary said on Wednesday that 134 out of 135 people identified as contacts had been traced and quarantined, putting the contact tracing rate at 99.3 per cent.
The objection comes weeks after The Equitable Party announced plans to adopt the Linda Mwananchi Movement name, a move that would give Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s political vehicle a new identity ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Data from the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) shows that trade between Kenya and Italy grew by 39 per cent last year. Italian exports in 12 selected construction-related product categories were valued at approximately Sh1.7 billion.
Wetang’ula’s remarks come as political leaders and parties reposition ahead of next year’s elections, with competing alliances and political interests shaping the national debate.
Wanga has consistently defended ODM’s decision to work with the government, arguing that the arrangement lets the party advance its agenda while retaining its organisational structures and political ambitions.
The Deputy President urged residents to judge political leaders by their development records rather than campaign promises.
The retailer said the participation of institutional investors would help broaden ownership and support its proposed listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange
In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 21, 2026, the ODPP said the case arose from an operation conducted by Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers following a tip-off from a member of the public.