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According to the Bill, the total amount approved includes Sh6.2 billion rolled over from the 2024/25 financial year and Sh10.6 billion allocated for the 2025/26 period.

President William Ruto signed the Bill into law on Wednesday at State House, Nairobi, following its approval by the National Assembly on April 30 and by the Senate on July 23 without any amendments.

Senator Daniel Maanzo criticised the bill as reckless, stating, “Even the Supreme Court has timelines. Without them, a nominee could automatically be appointed without scrutiny. The Senate should be involved in vetting, not just the National Assembly.”

LSK President Faith Odhiambo criticised the proposals introduced by Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris, calling them short-sighted and designed to weaken Article 37 of the Constitution.

The proposed law seeks to amend the Central Bank Act by making it mandatory for businesses to accept cash for goods and services, and prohibits additional charges for customers who choose to pay in cash.

The proposals, which have stirred public debate, include raising the minimum legal age for handling, purchasing, consuming and selling alcohol from 18 to 21 years.

Probation officer Benard Musitia said that compounded by other recent events revolving around security, the public is still in a latent state with the potential to erupt into a chaotic situation.

The House committee expressed concern over the Fund’s financial management and weak oversight systems, warning that continued non-compliance could trigger a wider shake-up of state-backed initiatives meant to benefit women, youth and vulnerable groups.

He most recently served as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Umma University, where he guided the institution through a phase of academic and administrative development.

Head of Public Service Felix Koskei said officers who repeatedly fall short of set targets or disregard lawful instructions will now face formal sanctions under a new performance management framework.

NACADA warns that without immediate action, the public health and socioeconomic consequences of substance abuse will continue to escalate, affecting individuals, families, and communities nationwide.

The letter states that Talaam’s suspension from duty will remain in place as investigations continue. Ojwang, a 31-year-old teacher and blogger, was arrested in Homa Bay and later moved to Nairobi, where he died under mysterious circumstances.

Four civil society organisations have filed a constitutional petition seeking to block further arrests, terming the move a dangerous misuse of counter-terrorism laws to suppress dissent.

CS Murkomen said the new strategy is aimed at making the illegal alcohol and drug trade more difficult to sustain, while also creating a pool of funds that can be redirected to rehabilitation services, treatment, and public education.

The ban is expected to impact both urban and rural residents, particularly those who rely on supermarkets, restaurants, or delivery services to access alcohol.

The directive marks a major shift in Kenya’s alcohol control framework, where for years the legal drinking age had been set at 18.

Going forward, the sale of alcohol and cigarettes at events where children are present, including sports and entertainment events, art and music competitions, shall be prohibited, in the new proposals.

Munyakho regretted that the death of his Yemeni colleague, Abdul Halim, was not intentional, describing it as a misunderstanding that spiralled out of control.

The Commission explained that this legal gap prevents it from facilitating the removal of MPs and Senators through public petitions.

The Commission said it used the original party list submitted by ODM in July 2022 and followed the required order of gender and priority to arrive at Kipchumba’s name.

The policy reinforces their role in public awareness campaigns, community-based prevention initiatives and identification of at-risk individuals and areas with a bid to minimize the incidence and prevalence of alcohol drugs and substance use.

Although over 8,500 rice farmers in Kirinyaga and surrounding counties had urged the government to support local production before opening up to more imports, the numbers tell a different story.

The new law repeals the Public Officer Ethics Act and introduces a detailed structure to manage conflicts of interest in government.

UN statistics show that from 2020 to 2023, there were more than 200,000 detected victims globally, which is just the tip of the iceberg.

High Court judge Diana Kavedza was urged last month by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to deny bail to the six accused.

Audit reports presented during the session revealed that four major power transmission projects are behind schedule, raising fears of cost overruns and continued electricity shortages in regions relying on improved access.

The assault occurred at the Seeki National Police Reserve camp in Mukogodo, where heavily armed attackers stormed the post and opened fire.

The petition, filed by public interest advocate John Wangai, targets Section 7(3) of the Estate Duty Act (Cap 483), which explicitly states that inheritance tax shall not apply to the estates of the two late presidents.

MPs also heard the tragic story of Peter Kimeu, a retiree who died while queuing at a hospital after failing to get treatment due to delays in receiving his pension.

LSK President Faith Odhiambo said the police are now openly deciding who can assemble and who cannot, an act she termed a blatant violation of Articles 243 and 244 of the Constitution.

LSK President Faith Odhiambo criticised IPOA for lacking transparency and only acting when pressured, saying it has become part of a justice system that continually frustrates victims of police brutality.

Prisoners are now set to benefit from a more transparent and accountable clemency process, with reintegration protocols to enhance public safety.

Last week, Murkomen accused the LSK of “siding with suspected criminals” and undermining efforts to curb protest-related violence, but Odhiambo responded by warning that labeling individuals as terrorists without trial endangers Kenya’s democratic foundations.

The photojournalist, a protected witness, shared a video clip allegedly identifying Murangiri as the shooter and submitted five photographs said to have been taken on June 18, 19, and 20 last year.

The update tool is part of its wider digital transformation plan to curb fraud, verify vehicle authenticity and improve the accuracy of ownership data.

However, the Cabinet said the disbursement will be conditional upon contractors agreeing to extend the final payment deadline by 120 days.

Key measures include the formation of a Religious Affairs Commission, leadership standards, reforms to religious broadcasting and civic education to combat extremism and promote tolerance.

Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira said the government will replace malfunctioning transformers and repair or remove hazardous electric poles and hanging wires across the country.

PAC Chairperson and Butere MP Tindi Mwale faulted the police leadership for breaching the Constitution by withholding documents from the NPSC, which is the legally mandated employer of police officers.

The changes, communicated on Tuesday by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, were part of a motion tabled by the Committee on Selection, which oversees House committee placements.

The officers are facing murder charges before the High Court, similar to the abduction case at Kahawa Court.

MP Kihara is accused of uttering offensive words during a public gathering in Nairobi on July 8, 2025, with the intent to provoke violence.

The victim, then aged 21, had an altercation with the constables in Mbururu town on October 4, 2020, during which members of the public intervened to prevent the officers from arresting or harassing him.

The repeated absence of the accused has now left the court and the public in limbo, with no clear timeline for when the trial will finally begin.

Ogola and Kuria had initially been facing charges in separate proceedings at the Milimani Law Courts.

The appeal was filed by Eunice Nganga, who challenged the constitutionality of the requirement, claiming it violated Article 36 of the Constitution, which guarantees the freedom of association, and Article 27, which protects against discrimination.

Despite the detailed findings being submitted to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), no immediate action was taken.

The Cabinet also approved the Olkaria VII Geothermal Power Project, which is projected to inject 80.3 megawatts of clean and reliable baseload electricity into the national grid by June 2027.

In her 2023/2024 financial year report, Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu attributed the alleged mismanagement to MPs—an assertion legislators have now dismissed as misleading and baseless.

The Senate Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare now wants the CS to appear in person on August 4 after what it termed as persistent snubs and excuses from Treasury officials.

The revision follows a High Court ruling that nullified the previous Broadcasting Code, citing its unconstitutionality. The court ordered the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) to develop standards that better safeguard children and vulnerable groups in media content.