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Sakaja also said the county could start clamping buildings belonging to defaulters, as allowed by law, but expressed hope that such measures would not be necessary.

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Munuve's boldness was perhaps most visible in 2023 when he initiated an impeachment motion against Governor Sakaja, citing mismanagement and poor service delivery.

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The floods, triggered by heavy rains, have overwhelmed drainage systems and caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure across parts of Nairobi. At least six people died overnight in Nairobi following heavy rains on Monday.

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With the continued support from international partners and the success of this pilot, Nairobi is one step closer to providing its residents with a public transport system that meets their needs and enhances their daily lives.

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Speaker Kenedy Ngondi said Munuve was headed to the office in the CBD on Tuesday morning when he developed chest pains.

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The transport setback unfolded just as climate experts projected more intense rainfall across parts of Kenya and the Greater Horn of Africa.

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Developers allege that the Parklands Residents Association is intent on preventing other Kenyans from acquiring and developing property in the area.

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The MPs urged Governor Sakaja to adopt a more inclusive approach, warning that continued disregard for elected leaders would worsen Nairobi’s governance crisis.

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Many residents feel that the eviction process has been rushed and handled in a way that does not respect their long-standing ties to the area.

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A weekly programme detailing scheduled appearances of executives, committee meetings, and other assembly business will be published on the county website and shared with MCAs, sectors, and the media every Friday.

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The crisis has been years in the making. Although the cemetery was declared full in 2001, burials have continued there on a weekly basis.

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Njau noted that the agency has concluded testing fixed speed cameras along major Nairobi roads, including Thika Super Highway, Mombasa Road and Southern Bypass.

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The charges against them arise from an incident in which they allegedly declined to arrest Jama for assaulting Ayni.

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Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris asked why proper consultation wasn’t done at inception, while MP Paul Katana proposed that a variation of the original project be allowed to enable completion.

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The ruling, issued on Monday, April 14, follows investigations that identified the drivers as unfit and flagged multiple safety violations within the Sacco’s operations.

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In a statement on Monday, Super Metro reassured passengers of its commitment to meeting all necessary safety and regulatory standards.

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The coordinated exercise resulted in the arrest of several individuals and the seizure of multiple shisha delivery systems.

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Ng’ondi lamented that City Hall officials have allowed unchecked development of high-rise buildings without adequate oversight or adherence to the law since Sakaja took office in 2022.

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The families were served breakfast and lunch and received free medical checkups.

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The problem, often invisible to the untrained eye, is becoming more prominent as residents start noticing unusual dental issues among their young ones.

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The union has accused the county of violating labour laws, noting that the delay has left many healthcare workers unable to meet basic obligations, including food, rent and school fees.

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Whether navigating crowded streets or managing a side hustle, time in Nairobi is not just a concept; it is a precious resource in high demand.

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KeNHA also urged drivers to adhere to the traffic management plan, follow project road signs and cooperate with police and traffic marshals on-site to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow.

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Mosiria emphasised the importance of maintaining a quiet and conducive environment, particularly in an area that is home to learning institutions and a number of offices where meetings and other official functions are held.

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The Deputy President dismissed suggestions that the incidents were accidental. "It defies logic to imagine these are mere accidents when they keep happening year after year. We will get to the bottom of this matter and resolve it permanently."

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Chief Government Pathologist Johansen Oduor on Tuesday announced the post-mortem results, revealing that Kemunto died from strangulation, confirming initial suspicion of foul play.

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The delay, according to the committee, stemmed from a change in the bridge’s design, which exceeded the initial estimated cost.

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The strike, which began on February 27, 2025, has been called off following the successful resolution of all nine demands made by KMPDU.

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Traders have reported that the recruits, who are not in uniform, have been harassing individuals caught violating city by-laws, making it difficult to differentiate them from criminals.

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The operation is aimed at eliminating unauthorised water access in Nairobi and its environs to ensure fair distribution and maintain water quality.

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CS Chirchir said the project was part of the government’s broader effort to integrate all road users into Kenya’s modern infrastructure.

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Industry analysts suggest that the decline in new building projects is primarily driven by expectations of reduced demand in the coming months.

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The company confirmed that while the bus veered off the road and landed in a ditch, no injuries or casualties were reported.

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The group further condemned the forced displacement of Palestinian families and accused the Israeli government of committing acts of genocide through ethnic cleansing and occupation policies.

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The move has sparked heated debates over legality, financial transparency, and the impact on private contractors.

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His burial was attended by family, friends and colleagues who worked with him at Wilson Airport where he operated.

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The Speaker noted that the issue of quorum has become a recurring problem, affecting the smooth running of the assembly’s business.

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Represented by lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, the petitioners claim that the decision was made without consulting stakeholders, including traders, suppliers, and workers at the market.

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With a population of over 1,000 Muslim families living in congested conditions, only a few can afford a decent meal to break their fast.

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The move aims to eliminate bureaucratic delays that have long frustrated developers, increased costs, and stalled projects.

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Two mobile phones recovered from the two suspects will be forwarded to the DCI Cybercrime Unit for analysis.

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The computers were sent by President William Ruto following a request made by the MP during the President’s visit to the institution last week.

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MPs say they have not been given clear details about the project’s budget, timelines, or financing arrangements.

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As the country geared up to host the Africa Climate Summit in September 2023, the iconic building underwent a massive transformation, one that has since drawn both praise and criticism.

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Community members reported being blocked from recovering more bodies after six were retrieved from the water-filled quarry on July 12, 2024.

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The court found that KICC was fully aware of the required timelines for executing the contract after awarding the tender but failed to update the contractor on the progress, leaving the firm in limbo.

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In a press statement, Otsieno Nyamwaya, the associate director of HRW Africa, said volunteers had claimed that police officers had threatened them and forced them to stop retrieving the bodies.

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The recovery of the land followed a lawsuit filed by Giraffe View Estate Limited, which claimed the land was wrongly taken from the public.

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The violence peaked with the tragic death of a British national, Charles Frederick, who was allegedly knocked down by Ruto’s motorcade along Ngong Road. The incident sparked outrage, with many Kenyans questioning the government’s disregard for safety.

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The affected section stretches from City Hall Way Roundabout to Parliament Roundabout.

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The debate comes even as President William Ruto, during his tour of city, assured that all persons displaced from riparian lands due to floods would be prioritised in the allocation of social housing units.

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Preliminary investigations indicate that Musembi is suspected of first having taken some poisonous substance in an attempted suicide, but when did not work, he stabbed himself in the neck.

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The incident occurred around 2 pm as President William Ruto's motorcade was heading to Kibra from Lang’ata constituency.

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Following the president’s visit to Ruaraka, gangs looted shops, attacked traders, and later moved to Thika Superhighway, where they targeted motorists and passengers in vehicles stuck in traffic.

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The installation, inspired by Dubai’s world-renowned fountain, will incorporate artificial intelligence and robotics to synchronise water movements with music and lighting, creating a captivating visual and auditory experience.

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The Green Belt Movement, founded by the late Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Prof Wangari Maathai, while celebrating Wangari Maathai Day, cast doubt on the government’s commitment to protecting the environment.

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Governor Johnson Sakaja lauded the progress, citing streamlined revenue collection systems as a key driver of the increase.

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In her latest financial report for 2023-2024, Auditor General Nancy Gathungu revealed that the county paid Sh30,024,578 to the contractor, yet there is no supporting technical report detailing the completed and pending work.

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The forecast indicates that estates in Kamukunji, including Eastleigh, Pumwani, parts of Gikomba, and Muthurwa, will receive over 35mm of rainfall.

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The President emphasised that the project would not only improve sanitation but also create employment opportunities for thousands of youth.

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The President also highlighted the project's scale, proposing an increase in building height to accommodate more residents due to land scarcity.

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The president aunveiled a commemorative plaque to officially open the Zawadi Comprehensive School Dishi Na County kitchen,

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Auditor-General Gathungu said the value for money and the regularity of expenditures on these projects could not be confirmed.

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The newly-inaugurated mosque is expected to serve embassy visitors, staff and members of the surrounding community.

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Joseph highlights the harsh realities of hunger and addiction, which are the major factors driving many young people into crime and drug abuse.

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“To all who have insulted me and called me names, I forgive you all. While on this pulpit, I want to declare that I have forgiven you. I won’t fight you, but let God deal with you," he said.

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Ruto praised Bishop Edward Mwai for his leadership, contrasting him with clerics who criticise his government.

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Muthui’s family is now demanding the immediate arrest and prosecution of the officer responsible for his death.

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Past rainy seasons have caused severe flooding in the city, leading to water entering homes, blocking roads, and damaging property.

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Wahome has maintained that Khan injured himself and that she was not responsible for his death. He died while undergoing treatment at Avenue Hospital.

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Journalists were on the ground documenting protests sparked by the alleged shooting of two teenage boys on the night of March 4, 2025, in Majengo.

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One of the most notable cases cited by Gathungu is from 1991, where City Hall was ordered by the High Court to pay Sh299,375,214 to a party. Despite the court ruling, this amount continues to grow due to unpaid interest.

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A motion tabled by Kileleshwa Ward MCA Robert Alai seeks to regulate non-motorised transport within the city to improve road safety and ease congestion.

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The teenager's killing sparked protests that led to more deaths and injuries as police opened fire on demonstrators.

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The staff received Sh17,000 for February instead of their usual Sh18,000, leaving them confused as midterm breaks had never affected their wages in the past.

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Said Athman Kamukunji, Human rights defenders, have raised concerns over the escalating violence.

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After being detained for several hours, the officers returned his camera and phone, but the footage he had taken of the protests had been deleted.

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Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan condemned the killing of the teenager and demanded swift action on the officer responsible for the shooting.

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They said they are struggling to run their wards, with some claiming they have had to buy basic items like tissue paper from their own pockets.

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Commuters have expressed disgust at the growing problem, with some saying that the situation has become a significant deterrent to using matatus.

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Tarus opposed the application to detain him, arguing that it does not require his incarceration for the pending investigations to be conducted.

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Informal settlements along riparian land in Nairobi experienced some of the worst devastation during last year’s floods.

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Kithuka had relocated to a different house after Scott's body was found and before he was arrested by the DCI's Homicides Unit.

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Sakaja emphasised that while operational staff like drivers followed orders, administrative action had to be taken against those who issued the illegal directives.

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Each household received 12 kilograms of wheat flour, 10 kilograms of maize flour, 10 kilograms of rice, 10 kilograms of sugar, and three litres of vegetable cooking oil.

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These closures come just days after a disruption was announced at the Haile Selassie roundabout for the construction of a pedestrian underpass, highlighting KeNHA's ongoing efforts to improve road safety and infrastructure.

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The Mutuini market was the first of 20 markets the county government planned to build by 2027 to address the shortage of trading spaces in Nairobi.

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