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The sting operation at Analo’s home in Syokimau, Machakos County, led to the recovery of Sh51.3 million and $113,000 (about Sh14 million), bringing the total to approximately Sh65.3 million.

The plan also focuses on protecting vulnerable populations, improving cross-border coordination, and ensuring rapid response to new cases. With no licensed vaccine or specific treatment for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, it aims to reinforce health systems to enhance resilience during emergencies.

Arati argues that the publication portrayed him as a person lacking integrity and falsely suggested that he threatens people, associates with criminal gangs, engages in violence, mismanages county resources, violates procurement laws, and avoids accountability.

Farmers received 385,000 tea seedlings, 111,000 coffee seedlings, 70,000 avocado seedlings and 3,000 macadamia seedlings, helping strengthen household incomes while advancing restoration efforts.

Maraga had, in September 2020, advised President Uhuru to dissolve the 12th Parliament after the MPs repeatedly failed to pass laws aimed at implementing the constitutional requirement that no more than two-thirds of members of elective or appointive bodies be of the same gender.

KMTC noted that applicants who do not receive any communication should consider their requests unsuccessful due to a lack of available slots.

21 of the 24 deaths recorded in May occurred during police operations linked to protests. 19 people were killed during anti-fuel hike demonstrations held on May 18 and 19, while two others died during an earlier protest by boda boda riders who were demonstrating against alleged police harassment.

The group also raised alarm over what it describes as increasing commercial encroachment at Ngong Road Forest, citing the construction of a luxury hotel and plans to allocate 10 hectares of forest land for a road linking the Bomas of Kenya to Talanta Stadium.

According to authorities, 49 victims were buried in communal graves at the site after recovery efforts were completed. However, two people survived the ordeal, managing to walk more than 50 kilometres across the desert before raising the alarm with authorities in Agadez after reaching Assamaka.

EPRA said the decision was informed by the need to forestall an escalation in electricity costs for consumers and businesses.

The draw extended McCarthy's unbeaten run as Harambee Stars coach, but Sunday's rematch against Lesotho will offer another opportunity for Kenya to sharpen their preparations and address the shortcomings identified from the first meeting.

Until his appointment as Deputy Commander, Major General Nkoimo was the General Officer Commanding Central Command.

Koross reminded employers and workers to continue remitting contributions in accordance with the law, warning that failure to do so could attract penalties and deny workers benefits that have already accrued.

According to the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the investigational therapy, known as MBP‑134, will be offered to individuals at high risk of exposure.

NTSA urged all public service vehicle operators and crew members to exercise maximum caution and strictly obey traffic rules to prevent further loss of life on the roads.

The vaccine has so far been tested in early-stage human trials involving 39 volunteers, mainly to assess safety and determine whether the AI-designed antigen is well tolerated in the human body.

The shoreline communities, where thousands of fishermen, traders and transporters interact daily, depend heavily on informal water routes that often lack proper health screening.

The organisation notes that health facilities in the region are operating under extremely challenging conditions, with high needs and limited resources.

Following approval, the Estimates will now form the basis of the Appropriation Bill, which will authorise government spending in the new financial year.

The case before the Kisumu High Court challenges the decision to allow the open-field cultivation and market release of genetically modified Bt maize (MON 89034) in Kenya.

Despite the setbacks, health authorities and international partners continue to scale up response efforts, including surveillance, contact tracing, and safe burial operations, in an attempt to contain the outbreak.

The incident comes as FIFA faces growing criticism over ticket prices for the expanded 2026 World Cup, jointly hosted by the United States (US), Canada and Mexico.

The recent wave of unrest has raised concern among stakeholders, even as authorities insist that the situation remains contained to a small number of affected schools.

The Nairobi Expressway will be fully closed in both directions between James Gichuru Road and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) from 10:00 pm on Saturday until 3:00 pm on Sunday.

President Ramaphosa announced that South Africa had agreed to reopen its market to Kenyan tea, coffee and spices, ending a dispute that had strained trade relations between the continent’s two largest economies in the East and South.

The DCI noted that detectives are now focusing on a person of interest captured in images obtained during investigations, who is believed to have critical information that could advance the case.

In Sudan alone, more than nine million people are internally displaced, while nearly 19.5 million face acute hunger, as ongoing conflict and funding shortfalls continue to undermine humanitarian response efforts.

President Ruto described Kenya and South Africa as complementary economies with the potential to accelerate the continent's development.

The downturn was driven largely by surging memory prices and heightened shipping costs linked to escalating conflict in parts of the Middle East, which disrupted logistics and increased landed device prices across several markets.

Uganda's Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary Diana Atwine said the country had so far confirmed 15 Ebola cases, including 11 imported cases and four infections among health workers who treated the first patient.

CS Murkomen said the planned Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit (NMPU) will, among other priorities, focus on maintaining public order and protecting businesses in the city.

KRA Commissioner for Customs and Border Control Lilian Nyawanda said the VAT reduction was necessary to cushion consumers from rising fuel costs, although it significantly reduced revenue collections from one of the country's key tax streams.

Ruto noted that Kenya and South Africa are well positioned to drive Africa’s digital transformation through collaboration in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, e‑commerce, and cross‑border payments.

The petition relates to allegations of forced disappearances involving young fishermen operating in and around Lake Nakuru National Park.

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi told the committee that the county had experienced technical hurdles in uploading its 2022–2023 procurement plan to the Public Procurement Information Portal.

Rising cases of stress and depression are overwhelming Kenya’s National Child Helpline, exposing urgent gaps in child mental health support and response systems.

A new targeted therapy has been approved for women with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, offering extended survival and renewed hope following promising clinical trial results.

A major review of 17 studies suggests a possible association between cat ownership—particularly in childhood—and an increased risk of schizophrenia-related disorders later in life, though researchers stress the evidence does not prove causation.

Nyoro said the proposed facility lacks public support and questioned the government's decision to continue pursuing the project despite growing opposition and ongoing legal challenges.

Tedros said 344 cases have been confirmed in the DRC, including 60 deaths. Meanwhile, the number of suspected cases has now been reduced from over 1,000 last week to 116 as teams work through the backlog.

Parents of 165 Ambira High students have moved to court challenging a directive requiring Grade 10 learners to pay Sh33,000 for strike-related damages, arguing the levy is unlawful and has denied learners access to education.

When the matter came up before Justice Roselyne Aburili at the Milimani Law Courts, the court was informed that none of the respondents had filed replying documents despite being served with the petition.

Matiang’i questioned the rationale behind the construction of new State Lodges, including reported plans for one in Meru, arguing that such projects are unnecessary given existing infrastructure and the availability of private hospitality facilities across the country.

For Kenyan supporters, KBC's acquisition of the rights means viewers will be able to enjoy live World Cup action on free-to-air television.

Ruto argued that turning down the request would have been irresponsible given the regional health threat and decades of American support for Kenya’s health sector.

The decision also applies to 94 co-accused persons who are facing the same charges in connection with deaths linked to the Shakahola tragedy in Kilifi County.

Kenyan pilgrims who took part in Hajj 2026 have praised improved organisation, accommodation, sanitation and welfare services in Saudi Arabia, describing the pilgrimage as one of the most smooth and well-coordinated in recent years despite minor health cases reported during the period.

The petitioner argues that the office of the Kenya Railways Managing Director is a public trust position charged with overseeing public resources, managing strategic infrastructure projects and safeguarding public assets.

After the raid and recovery, the official was escorted to the EACC headquarters in Nairobi for questioning.

Katiba Institute argues that Murkomen exceeded his legal authority when he allegedly instructed police officers to shoot individuals who approached police stations or posed a threat to officers.

CRBC informed the court that the railway project is already about 40 per cent complete, with major construction works having been undertaken along the corridor.