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The latest decision marks another twist in the legal battle over the NSSF Act, 2013, which has been before the courts since 2014.

According to Orengo, the ruling went beyond the immediate case and spoke to the broader role of the judiciary in safeguarding civil freedoms.

The Coast region recorded the highest prevalence at 29.3 per cent, with Mombasa County emerging as the most affected at 34.4 per cent.

Corporal Odero, who was attached to the KWS Honeymoon Camp within Nakuru National Park, was found dead inside his house on June 23. Investigators said he had been issued a service rifle and ammunition while on duty.

Emotional scenes unfolded in the courtroom as some of the accused complained that they had remained without food while in police custody following their arrest.

The MCC said it remains the independent body mandated to receive and determine complaints from members of the public, state actors, journalists and media enterprises.

The eight suspects, who are being held at Kabete Juvenile Remand Home, followed the proceedings virtually from custody and were not presented in open court.

The suspects are expected to take plea before the High Court on 16 counts of murder stemming from the fatal dormitory blaze at the Gilgil-based school that claimed the lives of 16 girls.

The dispute stems from a 2015 arbitral award requiring Cape Holdings to pay Synergy Industrial Credit KSh1.66 billion together with compound interest at 18 per cent per annum.

The advisory comes as Kenyan authorities have increasingly warned of transnational recruitment scams across Southeast Asia.

Kenya is seen as the most likely choice because it is relatively wealthy and stable, 'RTL' said, adding that there are human rights concerns in Rwanda, and talks with Benin have not yet started.

Under the approved allocation formula, Sh387.43 billion will be distributed through the Baseline Allocation to support the day-to-day operations and development programmes of county governments.

The directive follows concerns raised by legislators, who questioned the slow progress of several housing projects launched in their constituencies despite continued deductions under the levy.

Security agencies said the measures were intended to prevent unrest; however, the restrictions have paralysed transport and heightened tension across Nairobi.

Other arrests were reported in Kajiado (123) and Kiambu (36). Additional cases were recorded in Murang’a (12), Bungoma (9), Meru (6), Laikipia (5), and Machakos (3).

IEBC has launched a month-long Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration exercise in five electoral areas, allowing eligible Kenyans to register, transfer, or update their voter details ahead of upcoming electoral processes.

IG Douglas Kanja hailed police officers for maintaining peace, insisting that security is a shared responsibility between police and the public.

Addressing the media outside the Serena Hotel as they prepared to march to Parliament to lay flowers, the leaders said the restrictions would not stop calls for justice and accountability for those who were killed and injured.

The protests, which began as a digital campaign, grew into one of the biggest youth-led demonstrations in Kenya’s recent history. Unlike previous political protests, the movement had no clear political sponsors, hired crowds or ethnic divisions, with young Kenyans using social media to organise and push for their demands.

Bob Njagi was arrested on Wednesday in Kitengela after a video circulated on social media showing him encouraging youth to take part in the demonstrations.

The guidelines are meant to ensure police act lawfully and avert repeated killings during the day.

Former Attorney General Justin Muturi, who is also allied to the Opposition, said they were sidelined and kept in the dark over the 2027 polls, adding that their letters to the commission seeking engagement were ignored.

On Monday, the organisation wrote to Thai police urging them to take action and assist the foreigners who it said are being held at four locations inside areas controlled by a Myanmar Democratic Karen Buddhist Army (DKBA) militia.

The CS said the government plans to integrate the technology into the Integrated Command, Control and Communication Centre (IC3), which is currently being upgraded.

The assurance comes amid concerns over possible disruptions as Kenyans prepare to mark the anniversary of the protests that resulted in unrest in parts of the country and triggered discussions on policing, civic responsibility and reforms in the handling of public demonstrations.

An economist examines how Kenya’s 2024 Gen Z protests reshaped tax policy and public spending, while warning that youth unemployment, corruption and inequality continue to fuel public frustration.

Nine students are set to face 16 counts of murder after the DPP approved their prosecution over the Utumishi Girls Academy dormitory fire in Nakuru following a DCI investigation.

Felix Mogaka allegedly contacted a director of a company contracted by the Narok County government, claiming the firm was under investigation for corruption.

Ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua alleged that intelligence information shows that some individuals had organised groups to cause chaos in Nairobi, Mt Kenya region and other areas, then blame the opposition.

They said June 25 remains a painful reminder that Kenyans were killed while exercising their constitutional rights, and as such, they will not forget or allow the truth to be buried or distorted.

The CS maintained that all decisions concerning the facility were informed by scientific evidence and public health considerations aimed at protecting Kenyans from potential Ebola outbreaks.

GBV and femicide remain persistent national concerns, with many cases failing to reach official records due to fear, stigma and lack of confidence in justice systems.

The assessment found that the SGR scored 4.49 out of five on the Infrastructure Corruption Risk Assessment Tool (ICRAT), making it the most vulnerable among the three major infrastructure projects reviewed between September 2025 and March 2026.

The Commission said that while recognising public service was important, public resources should not be used to advance individual or political interests.

The legislators said Governor Kihika’s attendance was necessary as part of investigations into the petition, which seeks answers on the alleged disappearance of fishermen at the lake.

While former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua intends to contest the bulk of the judgment, he has strategically preserved five findings that were made in his favour.

Speaking to journalists at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) after her return, Karua said she was relieved to be back in Kenya but accused Ugandan authorities of acting unlawfully and denying her freedom of movement within the East African Community.

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has condemned the detention and deportation of Senior Counsel Martha Karua in Uganda, warning that the incident undermines the rule of law, human rights protections and East African Community integration, and calling for urgent diplomatic action by Kenya.

Two Kenya Revenue Authority officers have been arrested by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission after allegedly demanding three million shillings from a taxpayer to influence the outcome of a capital gains tax assessment.

President William Ruto has confirmed he will sign the Finance Bill 2026 on Tuesday after its passage in Parliament, even as Siaya Governor James Orengo urges him to withhold assent over concerns about the legislative process.

The report shows that non-revenue water increased from 44 per cent to 48 per cent during the 2024/25 financial year, meaning a large portion of water produced by utilities does not reach paying customers or is not billed.

Previous editions have largely been held in Europe and Asia, making Kenya’s selection a landmark moment for Africa’s participation in shaping global AI governance.

Kenya currently hosts more than 800,000 refugees, one of the largest refugee populations in Africa, placing considerable pressure on host communities, particularly in arid regions.

The National Police Service (NPS) said the all-male suspects remain in custody as investigations into the chaos that claimed two lives continue.

According to police reports, the school’s principal, Abisai Samora, raised the alarm through a distress call, alerting police officers that the institution was under attack.

Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu said the Ministry has organised safe houses and is assisting Kenyans who wish to be repatriated to Nairobi.

President William Ruto presented the award during the inaugural National Productivity and Performance Conference at the Kenya School of Government (KSG).

Nyoro's absence has attracted particular attention and criticism from Kenyans, given his active role in critiquing taxation, budgetary, and economic policy issues.

NTSA also froze the approval of new routes and extensions for 12 months, except where new roads are commissioned.

The first guideline expands the definition of journalism to include professional reporters, analysts, bloggers, and others engaged in self‑publication, as well as media workers and support staff.