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Hassan Ole Naado defended his tenure, arguing that the council operates fully within the law and that elections, when due, will be held according to SUPKEM’s constitution.

This year, candidates’ names and index numbers have been removed from all scripts, with identification slips packed separately to guarantee impartiality.

South Africa has insisted that handing the gavel to a chargé d'affaires would be a breach of diplomatic protocol.

Hundreds of residents, many of whom had not yet received their relocation facilitation funds, were caught off guard on Sunday as demolition crews began clearing the estate, which is home to at least 40,000 Kenyans.

Malaysia is regularly invoked by Kenyan politicians as a benchmark—once comparable to Kenya at independence, but now an upper-middle-income economy.

Recent consumer-protection reviews reveal that most camera compromises occur not from sophisticated cyberattacks, but from basic user-side vulnerabilities such as weak passwords, outdated apps, and unsecured Wi-Fi networks.

WHO emphasises that while the risks are concerning, the exact effects and safe exposure levels are still unclear, highlighting the urgent need for further research.

Tchiroma, a former minister and once a close ally of President Biya, has declared himself the rightful winner of the October 12 vote and vowed to reject any result suggesting otherwise.

Volcanic ash spreads across the Red Sea into Yemen as scientists monitor this rare geological event.

The Quad—comprising the US, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)—has spent over two years trying to end the war and revive Sudan’s stalled transition to civilian rule.

Governor Khalif said the county had made what he described as “tremendous milestones” in efforts to enhance access to healthcare for residents living far from the Mandera County Teaching and Referral Hospital.

Residents accuse Nairobi city officials of favoritism as illegal billboards are removed selectively, calling for action across all neighborhoods.

The petitioners are seeking multiple conservatory orders, including the immediate restoration of water and electricity, a halt to any further evictions, and an order stopping home demolitions until the application and main petition are resolved.

Farmajo warns of severe economic hardship in Somalia, claiming government inaction, while President Hassan Sheikh defends his administration's efforts to address rising inflation and poverty.

ODPP informed the court that they had received official confirmation that Purkiss is being held by British authorities, and that the UK courts will conduct case management proceedings as part of the extradition process.

Among the measures agreed upon are the elimination of tariffs on Kenyan agricultural produce and beef, a move aimed at boosting the country’s exports and strengthening bilateral trade.

Political pundits view the November 27 by-elections as the first showdown between President William Ruto’s broad-based government and the United Opposition.

Nyakong'o, who had deferred his studies at Kisii University, told the court he was lured by a promise of a lucrative customer care job in Bangkok, Thailand, paying Sh180,000 per month.

The petitioner, Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, argues that the current system of centralised verification not only duplicates work already done at the constituency level but also opens the door to delays, interference and lack of transparency.

The Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology will allow meter readings to be captured automatically, cutting down on human error and speeding up the billing process.

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu expressed concerns that her office’s audit recommendations are often not implemented, with many issues recurring in subsequent years due to the absence of enforcement mechanisms and administrative sanctions.

While men dominated criminal, civil and traffic cases across all courts, the report indicates women’s participation was largely limited to family-related matters, such as adoption and probate, highlighting persistent gender gaps in access to justice.

KeNHA noted that transporters have increasingly been stacking sugarcane beyond permissible height limits, with nighttime movement further raising the risk of accidents due to poor visibility.

As of 2024, approximately 589 million adults aged 20 to 79 are living with diabetes, which equates to roughly one in nine adults worldwide. Projections indicate that by 2050, this number could rise to 853 million.

The council emphasised that these polls are both illegal and misleading, as they do not adhere to scientific or professional standards.

Zuma-Sambudla has consistently denied the allegations, with her lawyer calling the case weak and her family labeling it a politically motivated attack on her father.

Kidnappings for ransom have become an increasing threat to schools in Nigeria, particularly in the north-central and northwestern regions.

The finals will consist of four groups of four teams, with each group playing a round-robin format. The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage.

Kakamega Homeboyz end winless run with 2–0 victory, while Leopards and Seal share points in thrilling FKF Premier League action

Uganda to ship 200,000 tonnes of milk and dairy products to Nigeria after Kenya’s restrictions, opening a new regional market and easing domestic trade pressures

After Saturday’s results, Gor Mahia remain firmly on top with 19 points, four ahead of Kakamega Homeboyz, while Kenya Police climbed to third following their win over Mathare United.

Robert James Purkiss, 28, said he only learned of her death weeks later while on a military exercise in Canada and insisted he had never met the 21-year-old.

Data from the Treasury shows that State House alone spent more than double its quarterly target in the first three months of the 2025/26 financial year, raising concerns over fiscal discipline.

The call for scrutiny comes after City Hall moved its primary accounts to Sidian Bank, a shift that raised questions from MCAs and finance officers over its timing and necessity.

The report shows that fines accounted for 42.34 per cent of the Judiciary’s total revenue, while court fees remained the largest contributor at 47.35 per cent.

For anyone sending heavy media such as HD videos, raw images, software files, or large documents, these tools provide seamless alternatives that work across devices and platforms.

From homes to community halls, women like Awrelia are finding their voices and reshaping what the future can look like – for their daughters, their families, and their country.

Kenya storms Tokyo Deaflympics with 10 medals so far, led by Lucas Wandia’s historic 3,000m steeplechase gold and Elikana Rono’s 800m title defence.

Bungoma shock Gideon Starlets, Kayole thrash Kisped, Ulinzi return to winning ways as FKF Women’s Premier League weekend delivers drama and chaos.

Guinea-Bissau has a long history of political instability, with multiple coups and attempted takeovers since gaining independence from Portugal more than 50 years ago.

Unpaid taxes dating back to 2020 have triggered a standoff, with MPs warning that unless Treasury intervenes, essential projects in hundreds of constituencies could grind to a halt.

More than 60 stalls were gutted in Saturday night blaze, leaving traders devastated and millions in losses as repeated market fires threaten livelihoods.

UAE’s new “AI for development initiative” targets education, healthcare, agriculture and climate projects, promising advanced computing power and global partnerships to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation.

Agriculture Principal Secretary Paul Ronoh said the audit will specifically target employees whose earnings appear disproportionate to their farm sizes.

Ruto criticised sections of the media, claiming they had exaggerated Uganda’s stance on accessing the ocean.

KNCCI CEO K.K. Mutai praised Isiolo for its bold investments, saying the modern abattoir alone could reposition the county as a regional trade hub.

According to the police report, the Ethiopian troops advanced from the Sesii area—roughly two kilometres from the station—while firing, and are said to have pushed nearly one kilometre into Kenyan soil.

The TSC confirmed receiving 131,734 applications for the 21,313 promotion vacancies, reflecting an oversubscription of 618 per cent.

According to the National Treasury, the surge was driven by higher charges for work permits, passports and national identification replacements, pushing non-tax revenues to record levels.

Kenya also faces low pension coverage, with over 70 per cent of workers retiring without a pension beyond payouts from the National Social Security Fund (NSSF).

More than 3,000 people have died in road accidents since January, prompting senators to push the Ministry of Roads and Transport and the NTSA to implement measures that could reduce fatalities.