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The draft regulations, which have been published for public review, dramatically expand the type of personal data telcos must collect from subscribers.

According to DCI in a statement on Tuesday, Muimi had been collecting money from hopeful youth by issuing fake admission letters and claiming he had the authority to influence recruitment.

Erustus Ethekon said the country’s elections are anchored in the Constitution, pointing to Article 88, which gives the commission authority to manage every stage of the electoral process.

Several attempts to resolve the issue through official channels failed, leaving local families without formal recognition of their ancestral holdings.

Recent campaign activities in Kasipul have been marred by sporadic clashes, threats, and disruptions, prompting preventive measures from the IEBC to protect both voters and candidates.

Giti, who assumed office on April 1, explained that he faced intense pressure from the commissioners to carry out the recruitment. Departments that raised concerns were reportedly threatened that their positions could be “reviewed,” creating a climate of fear within the organisation.

Justice Francis Rayola made the ruling after Nominated MCA Adhi Bino, who also chairs the Health Services Committee, filed a petition arguing that certain key committees were set up unlawfully.

By opening public participation on the new amendment, Kenya appears to be seeking to restore confidence in a process that has come under increasing scrutiny.

CS Barasa has petitioned the National Assembly seeking approval to regularise the settlements in South Nandi, Turbo, Mt Elgon, and Kakamega forests.

Africa’s aquaculture sector is the fastest growing in the world, but the continent is responsible for only 2 per cent of the world’s total aquaculture production.

The election and monitoring platform reminded the electoral agency that the Constitution requires all public officers to uphold political neutrality and comply with existing regulations governing participation in elections and related activities.

KNCHR says the human rights situation has deteriorated, with defenders increasingly facing harassment, violence, and intimidation.

Turkana Deputy County Secretary, Albert Gamoe, welcomed the consultations but warned that the draft Bill, in its current form, does not reflect the realities of devolved governance.

A spot check by The Eastleigh Voice revealed that sites linked to the Education Ministry, ICT, Health, Labour, Environment, Tourism, State House and Interior were among those affected.

The Embassy condemned the incident, which was captured on a viral video, terming it unacceptable and deeply disappointing.

The Privileges and Immunities (Amendment) Bill 2025 seeks to ensure that expatriates make up no more than one-third of staff and narrows the scope of protections that have allowed some NGOs to operate beyond the reach of Kenyan law.

The agency will also conduct pre-festive inspection clinics at major bus termini ahead of the travel rush, as well as collaborate with the National Police Service on coordinated, prevention-focused strategies.

The county says the operation is part of a broader plan to restore order in public spaces and enforce compliance among advertising firms.

The county's peak demand currently stands at about 3.3MW, leaving the region in constant shortfall and routine rationing.

In an urgent application, the matatu operators argue that the directive was introduced abruptly, without consultation, and took immediate effect despite its far-reaching operational and financial implications.

Kenya, which relies heavily on foreign investment and skilled expatriate labour, has stressed that while international partners remain welcome, they must operate in accordance with Kenyan law.

PS Omollo has urged Kenyans to report any suspicious cyber-related activity to the relevant authorities, including the Directorate of Criminal Investigations

The prosecution claims the money was sought on the understanding that the ACA boss would not arrest or charge the complainant over allegations of dealing in counterfeit automotive parts.

The audit, commissioned by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja in February, examined the systems, policies, procedures, and practices of the NPS, with the aim of improving service delivery and identifying potential corruption loopholes.

Gachagua alleged that certain individuals within the government had previously planned to assassinate him, adding that earlier attempts on his life had gone uninvestigated, prompting him to stay away from the national mourning event.

The association said the situation has disrupted homes, businesses, and essential services, and called for immediate action to restore supply.

The motion, sponsored by Bonyamatuta MCA Julius Kimwomi Matwere, seeks to remove Nyaribo from office over a number of claims, including violation of the Constitution.

Over 400 recruitment centres have opened their doors to thousands of Kenyans seeking to join the service, with the NPS targeting 10,000 new constables in one of the largest single-day recruitment drives in recent years.

The move comes amid rising concerns over reports of police brutality, harassment and unexplained deaths in custody.

Some developers raised concerns about police harassment, saying officers from outside Eastleigh sometimes arrest residents or interfere with their work, which they described as improper.

The project, aimed at boosting trade along the Northern Corridor, will pass through Narok, Bomet, Nyamira, Kisumu and Busia counties, with compensation planned for affected communities.

Authorities warned that releasing the suspects before completion of investigations would jeopardise the multiagency operation, which involves international coordination and handling of sensitive digital evidence.

EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud said officers are reminded that the two-year declaration cycle for 2025 opened on November 1 and will close on December 31.

He provided a breakdown of the progress: Baringo has surrendered 370 firearms, while Elgeyo Marakwet has crossed the 300 mark. Murkomen, however, noted that West Pokot was still making "slow progress."

The new rule applies to all foreign workers in the kingdom and is part of ongoing labour reforms following changes to the Kafala system, which governs the employment and sponsorship of expatriates.

Safiya Abdi Bilal, a promising learner who recently completed her KJSEA exams, leaves a community in grief as police investigate the shocking incident; human rights activists call for swift justice and stronger child protection.

Elephants continue to face serious threats as poachers target their tusks, which fetch between Sh129,284 and Sh387,854 per kilogramme on black markets in Asia and the Middle East.

On Friday, the High Court temporarily varied the earlier suspension of the nationwide recruitment after Justice Bahati Mwamuye stayed conservatory orders issued on November 10, 2025, which had halted the exercise.

Four Masai giraffes have already been captured and relocated to secure habitats, including Nairobi National Park and another protected area near Naivasha.

The project, which blends sustainable housing, regenerative agriculture and renewable energy, is expected to reshape the economic and social landscape of Bangale sub-county over the next decade.

Atwoli described the incident as unacceptable, calling on the government to act swiftly to safeguard the rights and dignity of Kenyan workers employed by foreign investors.

Nine counties recorded more than 1,000 SGBV cases each, revealing the regions where the burden of gender-based violence is heaviest. These are Nairobi, Meru, Kiambu, Nakuru, Machakos, Kisumu, Kisii, Kakamega and Bungoma.

Winnie had publicly called for a National Delegates Convention (NDC) to decide the party’s strategic approach to the pact with President Ruto’s government, asserting that current leaders were not capable of managing the complex relationship.

She urged the party’s highest decision-making organ to intervene, asserting that the matter is too complicated for the current officials.

The meeting focused on expanding joint interventions that support communities grappling with conflict, drought, and the escalating impacts of climate change across Turkana and the wider Karamoja Cluster.

In a statement, the authority said the works are scheduled to run daily from Friday, November 14, 2025, to Monday, December 1, 2025.

Participants noted that the long holiday season is traditionally a high-risk period when FGM cases spike across the predominantly conservative Somali community.

Owino also used the national platform to issue a stern warning to the national government, promising a return to mass action if the economic situation deteriorates.

Two vultures - a white-backed vulture and a Rüppell's vulture - have been fitted with lightweight, solar-powered tracking tags designed to monitor their movements without affecting their natural behaviour.

Huduma Kenya confirmed that thousands of important documents, including national ID cards, smart driving licences, and birth certificates, are now ready for collection at its 59 service centres nationwide.

Governor Johnson Sakaja clarified that these demolitions were carried out by national government agencies.