Vihiga leaders propose 100 day RRI to combat GBV

Vihiga County leaders have adopted a 100-day Rapid Response Initiative (RRI) to strengthen the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) including sexual violence, domestic abuse and femicide. This is a short-term, high-impact management strategy used by government agencies and county administrations to fast-track key projects, boost accountability, and deliver measurable public service targets within 100 days...

Omar appears before IEBC Committee, denies advocating electoral fraud

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General, Hassan Omar, has defended his controversial remarks about deceased voters, telling an Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Committee that he was using figurative language to urge Coastal residents to register and vote in the 2027 General Election. Omar, who appeared before the IEBC Electoral Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee...

Court Issues New Directives in Former Governor Waititu's Prison Sentencing

Last week, the High Court upheld the convictions of Waititu, his wife, and their co-accused on several corruption charges and overturned their acquittal on money laundering charges.

MTRH Quarantines Patient Amid Ebola Fears

The hospital has issued a clarification over its Ebola monitoring measures as authorities continue tracing contacts linked to confirmed infections.

Waititu, wife and co-accused to wait longer for sentencing in Sh588 million fraud charges 

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, his wife Susan Wangari Ndung'u and two co-accused will return to court next week as they await directions from the High Court on sentencing over money laundering charges linked to a Sh588.7 million road construction tender. The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court on Thursday scheduled the matter for mention on October 27 [...] The post Waititu, wife and co-accused to wait longer for sentencing in Sh588 million fraud charges  appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Murang'a assembly clears Mungai to head county public service board

The Murang'a County Assembly has endorsed Dr. Tabby Wambui Mungai for appointment as chairperson of the County Public Service Board, clearing a major hurdle in the process of filling the top leadership position at the county's human resource management agency. The approval followed the adoption of a vetting report by the Assembly's Governance and Legal...

Government intensifies war on illicit alcohol

The government has intensified its crackdown on illicit alcohol and drug cartels, conducting 125 raids in the past 10 days, as it prepares tougher laws to dismantle criminal networks blamed for supplying dangerous alcoholic drinks to the public. Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki said the new laws will target manufacturers, distributors and financiers of illicit...

Institutions urged to embrace  transparency, consistency and accountability to restore  public trust

Senior government officials and institutional leaders have called for stronger transparency, accountability and public engagement, to restore confidence in public institutions as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election. Speaking at the inaugural Global Trust Summit 2026: 'The Nairobi Dialogue on Global Trust,' Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, said rebuilding public confidence requires institutional...

Governor Badilisha condemns indiscriminate destruction of Aberdare forest

Governor Moses Kiarie Badilisha has condemned wanton destruction of Aberdare forest, terming the jungle as a lifeline for millions of people in more than 10 counties. Speaking in Ndaragwa during Mashujaa Day celebrations, Badilisha noted that over the last one year, in both local and national platforms, he had raised alarm on the systemic cutting...

How Shakahola murder verdict could shape Mackenzie's other trials

The judgment is not the end of the legal battles facing Mackenzie and his associates.

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Malindi DCC urges vigilance after Shakahola convictions

Malindi Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Harrison Matevwa has called on residents to work closely with local administrators and security officers to rid the region of unscrupulous preachers. Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations at the Langobaya Divisional Headquarters, Matevwa noted that the area still harbours wayward religious leaders who must be identified and rehabilitated to safeguard...

Uganda-Kenya tourism boom spurs calls for cheaper regional air travel

Ugandan tourism stakeholders are calling for a review of air transport policies within the East African Community (EAC) to lower travel costs and boost tourism and trade, as visitor numbers between Kenya and Uganda continue to rise. A delegation of more than 50 Ugandan tour operators, travel agents, hoteliers and travel influencers has arrived at...

State Agencies Face 5% Monthly Penalty After Latest Directive

The levy applies to a wide range of public institutions, including national and county government departments, state corporations, the Judiciary and public universities.

Kisii Senate race: Gichana's entry threatens to upset Onyonka's 2027 political calculus

The entry of flamboyant Kitutu Chache North politician Don Bosco Gichana into the Kisii senatorial race has introduced a new twist to the county's increasingly fluid political landscape ahead of the 2027 General Election. Gichana has declared his intention to contest the Senate seat, reportedly on an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket, setting the stage [...] The post Kisii Senate race: Gichana's entry threatens to upset Onyonka's 2027 political calculus appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Police probe political violence at Meru Mashujaa fete

Police launch a manhunt for the owners of 10 motorbikes used to ferry goons.

Dr Mutiso murder: Prof Ndetei exposes family feud in ex-wife, children's murder case bail plea

Professor Ndeti described his ex-wife as a 'pathological liar' and their children as 'thugs'.

No salutes for Governor Natembeya: Storm over county commissioner's order

Natembeya dismissed the commissioner, labelling him an 'overzealous sycophant'.

Ruto's North Rift tour lays bare UDA's 2027 succession wars

Ruto's 10-day tour of the North Rift has laid bare intense internal succession rivalries within...

Corruption and insecurity drag Kenya down in global rule of law ranking

The report highlights mounting political interference in courts and shrinking freedoms of...