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Kenya Power said the 2,439.06 megawatts (MW) peak recorded on December 4, 2025, marks the highest power demand in Kenya’s history, highlighting the urgent need for additional generation.

UASU petitioned the IMF Wage Bill Mission to Kenya over what it describes as persistent breaches of collective bargaining rights and long-standing pay injustices affecting university lecturers.

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has called on accounting officers to hand in their financial statements within one month after the end of the financial year, ensuring compliance with the Constitution.

WHO and the World Bank report 1.6 billion people pushed deeper into poverty by health costs and 4.6 billion lacking essential services, as Kenya and other nations struggle to meet UHC goals.

The decision, which was arrived at on December 4, was announced on Friday in a statement published by its Embassy in Tanzania.

The Public Service Commission has extended for six months the temporary deployment of over 1,400 former NHIF staff to the Social Health Authority, amid delayed recruitment and ongoing concerns over SHA services.

Chief Officer Mana said Turkana has made "significant gains" in reducing Global Acute Malnutrition (GAM) rates despite persistent food insecurity and dwindling humanitarian funding. "These studies are already yielding important lessons," she noted.

ODM leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga, Beryl’s brother, addressed the questions surrounding the ceremony, explaining that the family’s decision respected both longstanding customs and the instructions left by their late father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.

In a statement, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres commended US President Donald Trump for his efforts and congratulated Presidents Félix Tshisekedi of DR Congo and Paul Kagame of Rwanda on what he called an “important milestone”.

At the Kasarani Stadium, Police responded positively to last weekend’s defeat to Shabana by putting in a disciplined and patient display against a stubborn Sharks outfit.

Ruto witnessed the signing of a landmark agreement with the United States, securing a US$1.6 billion (Sh208 billion) investment in Kenya’s health sector over the next five years.

Kindiki noted that electricity access plays a big role in improving education, business and security in places that have long remained underserved.

At the forum, an additional 15 National Health Compacts, country-led, five-year reform plans that align health and finance institutions behind measurable goals, were introduced.

Researchers analysing about 500,000 GLP-1 users report a 12% higher risk of chronic cough, possibly via worsened acid reflux. The findings matter as Ozempic and Wegovy use grows worldwide.

A Nairobi mother’s story highlights hidden hunger, where families eat enough to feel full but lack vital nutrients, raising risks of anaemia, poor growth and obesity as food costs and urban diets shift.

Somalia qualified for the relief after demonstrating strong macroeconomic reforms and improvements in governance, public financial management and domestic revenue mobilisation.

Ida Odinga stepped in to calm rowdy youth who disrupted the funeral of her sister-in-law, Beryl Odinga, in Kisumu, as family members urged respect during the burial ceremony.

ICJ Kenya has named human rights lawyer Demas Kiprono as Executive Director from January 2026, succeeding Eric Mukoya, highlighting his record in digital rights and strategic litigation.

Parliament’s Health Committee has approved a Bill to criminalise detaining patients or bodies over unpaid medical bills in Kenya, imposing fines and jail terms while requiring lawful debt recovery.

The author and academic passed away following a long illness, according to his family.

The Kenya High Commission in Dar es Salaam has issued a safety advisory to Kenyans in Tanzania ahead of December 9 Independence Day, amid fears of illegal protests and possible unrest.

As Uganda heads toward its 2026 elections, the prospect of restricting online platforms highlights growing fears over political stability, freedom of information, and public safety during sensitive periods.

Governor Wanga’s decision to sever ties with her deputy has drawn criticism from sections of Homa Bay residents, including Luo elders, who are calling for unity.

For the families of Dumi Cluster, the handover marked an emotional transition, from despair under leaking tents to the promise of a dignified future in solid, secure homes.

Chief Justice Martha Koome has assigned Judge Richard Mwongo to hear a petition at the Embu High Court challenging Mbeere North MP Leo Wa Muthende Njeru’s election over alleged identity and voter registration issues.

The National Police Service is mourning AIG Philip Kipchirchir Tuimur, who died at home in Nandi, as officers seize illegal motor vehicle number plates and arrest nine suspects in separate raids.

Parliament has approved the Public Service Internship Bill, 2022, promising stipends, leave and insurance for interns in public institutions, pending President William Ruto’s assent to make it law.

Nominated MP Denar Hamisi died on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at about 7:00 am, the National Assembly has confirmed. Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has formed a team to coordinate his funeral arrangements.

Tanzanian authorities have banned December 9 protests, calling them illegal amid post-election unrest, disputed death tolls and international pressure over rights and security.

Congolese Soukous legend Kanda Bongo Man has received a Lifetime Achievement MTM Award in Bristol, England, recognising his role in promoting Soukous and Congolese culture in the UK and beyond.

Tanzania has pushed back against foreign criticism over the October 29, 2025 elections, highlighting a Commission of Inquiry as the Commonwealth places the country on its Formal Agenda.

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi has signed the 2025 Miraa and Other Substances Control Act, introducing strict zoning, licensing and rehabilitation measures to curb drug abuse and protect youth across the county.

Tanzania's response has been predictable. Officials describe the criticism as foreign interference and insist that the country will not be 'lectured by outsiders on democracy'.

Kenyan senators have tabled a motion urging the Health Ministry to build and equip national teaching and referral hospitals in all regions, arguing that overreliance on Nairobi facilities leads to preventable deaths.

Washington hails a "historic" US-brokered Rwanda-DR Congo peace deal, but renewed clashes, mistrust between leaders, and warnings of US mineral ambitions reveal a fragile reality on the ground.

The initiative seeks to create an inclusive system where injured officers receive the support they need to continue serving in meaningful roles within the military.

Police in Kenya arrested 29 suspects, including chiefs and civil servants, over a forgery network linked to fake IDs, land titles and official letters, exposing citizens and banks to major financial risks.

Parliament’s Justice Committee has backed a bill to scrap Kenya’s law criminalising suicide attempts, urging a shift to health-based care and stronger mental health services nationwide.

In Tubas, wide-ranging raids, curfews and bulldozer activity caused extensive damage to homes, roads and water networks, displacing families and cutting water supplies to nearly 17,000 people.

The 2026 World Cup draw in Washington set heavyweight clashes, including England-Croatia and Brazil-Scotland, outlined host paths for USA, Canada and Mexico, and highlighted star players who could define the tournament.

Applying during the amnesty allows developers to avoid enforcement actions, secure guidance from county officials, and integrate their property into the county’s plans and infrastructure.

KMPDU Secretary General Dr Davji Atellah described the discussions, held at the union’s Nairobi offices, as producing a “progressive and actionable work plan” that addresses long-standing concerns affecting doctors in the county.

The participants also discussed ongoing EU maritime security initiatives and priorities and ensured harmonisation of approaches and synergies of action.

The 2025 KJSEA saw 1,130,669 grade nine students sit for the exams, marking a key milestone in the transition to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).

World Bank Group’s Chief Economist and Senior Vice President for Development Economics, Indermit Gill, therefore warns that despite the improving global financial conditions, developing countries should not deceive themselves as they are not out of danger.

Kindiki told graduates during KMTC’s 94th ceremony on Thursday that the government had accepted the college’s request to be included in the Helb programme.

In a statement shared from Addis Ababa on December 5, the firm explained that the application, built to operate smoothly on all networks, was suddenly blocked on mobile data provided by Ethio Telecom.

The UK-funded programme, which was launched in 2018, focused on strengthening policing, promoting gender equality, enhancing peacebuilding, and integrating climate-security measures.

Supported by the Chinese Embassy and hosted by the Kenya–China Economic and Trade Association (KCETA), whose members include major firms such as Huawei, CRBC, and AVIC, the event combined full track-and-field competitions with lively fun games, fostering camaraderie, teamwork, and cross-cultural exchange among employees from diverse companies.

These officers, who had previously undergone specialised training, were recalled Thursday to the GSU Training School for final briefings and preparation for departure.

Under the deal, the United States will provide US$1.6 billion (Sh208 billion) over five years, while Kenya will contribute approximately US$850 million (Sh110.04 billion) from domestic resources.