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They also recommends that the National Treasury, Inspectorate of State Corporations, and the Office of the Auditor General carry out annual training for accounting officers and finance teams in state agencies.

Nyikal cited national data showing haemorrhage accounts for 44 per cent of deaths, obstructed labour 34 per cent, eclampsia 13 per cent, sepsis 6 per cent, and ruptured uterus 3 per cent.

The court heard that the two officers then lifted the unconscious Boniface and placed him into a police Land Rover, while Mutura, still alive despite injuries, was helped into the vehicle before it drove off.

Family doctor Ancient Kituku, who was present during the examination, explained that Nzilani’s heart “burst and leaked a lot of blood”, creating pressure that led to her death.

A report by the Auditor General reveals that the money raised between 2018 and 2023 largely went to cover routine exchequer releases and debt maturities, bypassing the intended development agenda.

According to the commission’s latest quarterly report, many of the pending cases involve large sums of public funds and senior officials, highlighting persistent challenges in holding high-ranking leaders accountable.

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.

Joshua Maingi, 48, accused of posing as a Kenya Air Force brigadier, allegedly defrauded parents of millions promising KDF recruitment slots, police say.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

He passed away on the afternoon of Saturday, November 22, 2025, while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital.

The PS explained that the repatriation process had been slowed by delays in the swearing-in of key Tanzanian government officials following the election period.

Kanja said the service is prioritising reforms aimed at improving professionalism at police stations, which he described as the “centres of excellence” of policing. Training, he added, remains at the core of this transformation.

Jumaisi is the prime suspect in one of Kenya’s most disturbing murder investigations in recent years. His arrest in July 2024 followed the discovery of mutilated bodies and body parts of women dumped at the Kware quarry-turned-dumpsite in Nairobi’s Mukuru kwa Njenga area.

In contrast, remote counties such as Samburu, Wajir, Mandera, Lamu, West Pokot, Marsabit, and Tana River each recorded fewer than 2,000 filings, reflecting smaller populations and limited access to justice.

The Magistrate further said the three showed disregard for the severe reputational damage their actions could inflict on Kenya Airways and the Kenya Airports Authority.

The Judiciary cleared more cases than were filed in the last financial year, marking a major shift in efficiency as new courts, sub-registries, and digital services expanded across Kenya.

Benedict Odeng’ero Wekesa was taken into custody after three victims reported to the police how they were lured with promises of “guaranteed” entry into the police service.

The two were expected to answer questions regarding the 2023-24 financial reports, but both requested last-minute postponements that senators described as disrespectful and misleading.

Out of 540 acres handed over by counties, only 54 acres have proper documentation, leaving the rest exposed to potential disputes and delaying construction.

Commissioner Hassan reported that most ballot papers have already been sent from the IEBC warehouse in Nairobi to the respective areas.

Speaking during a high-level meeting with industry stakeholders, including Macadamia Association of Kenya Chairperson Jane Maigua, Kagwe was told that harmful pesticides and aggressive pest attacks are now wiping out up to 40 per cent of the country’s macadamia production.

The measures reflect the administration’s effort to boost investment, improve public resource management, and support county governments with additional funding from both national revenue and development partners.

Kenya Red Cross Garissa branch coordinator, Daud Ahmed, said the simulation successfully activated multiple emergency components.

The Bishop added that activities on the steep slopes had accelerated land degradation and poor land management, contributing to mass wasting. He reminded mourners that the November 1 tragedy was not the first, citing previous deadly landslides in Liter and Chesegon that also caused significant loss of life and livelihoods.

The High Court ruling by Justice Chacha Mwita had quashed a circular compelling parents to pay school fees exclusively through eCitizen and found that the Sh50 convenience fee lacked legal basis, was discriminatory, and had been imposed without public participation.

The court ruled that although the dispute involved land, the underlying and predominant issue was insolvency, placing the matter squarely within the High Court's purview.

Consequently, the county chief warned residents downstream against using the contaminated river water for drinking, household needs, livestock, or agricultural activities until further notice.

The Authority noted that while recruitment panels' welfare was adequately provided for, applicants lacked similar support, including access to drinking water.

Koome said the judiciary has continued to “strengthen the integrity of our systems” by tightening performance management and expanding measures that safeguard professionalism among all judicial officers and staff.

DP Kithure Kindiki asked Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome to ensure the process is completed within the set timeline.

His departure marks a significant transition for the Supreme Court, closing a chapter defined by integrity, calm leadership and a steadfast dedication to justice.

Koome said the annual document reflects how the judiciary has applied its authority and the results achieved over the past year. She said it demonstrates reforms aimed at improving access and fairness.

Critics have dismissed his presidential bid, pointing to his lack of financial muscle, branding him poor, miserly, and a spoiler. Yet Maraga remains unfazed, openly fundraising from the very Kenyans whose votes he seeks.

Gathungu warned that the delays violate the Public Service Superannuation Scheme Act of 2012, which mandates that contributions must be remitted within 10 working days after the end of the month in which they are due.

Lady Justice Roselyn Aburili certified the case filed by Security Academy, an ex parte applicant, as urgent and allowed the guard to commence judicial review proceedings.

The Finance and National Planning Committee flagged the issue after Treasury documents suggested that the property, historically linked to the college, may have been transferred to private individuals.

KEVEVAPI Managing Director Alex Sabuni and his senior officials were questioned over audit discrepancies and a prolonged land dispute that has seen the institute lose most of its original land allocation.