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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.

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

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

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.

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.

A borehole drilling company operating in one of the buildings along the street had released sludge and dirty water onto the road, making movement difficult for both motorists and pedestrians.

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.

A vicious rift has emerged within the ODM hierarchy, with tensions simmering between party leader Oburu Oginga and the family of his late brother, Raila Odinga, over control of the party.

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.

Mandera County Director of Community Health Services, Hassan Ali, said the results reflect a strong shift in community behaviour and a shared desire to build healthier environments.

RC John Otieno said the forum, comprising security agencies, community leaders, civil society groups and other stakeholders, has created a vital space for open dialogue, intelligence-sharing and joint planning.

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 Assembly is expected to consider the proposal in its upcoming sessions, as the debate over the fate of Nairobi’s remaining public spaces gains renewed urgency.

Communities expressed strong support for the NRRP, pledging active participation while emphasising that the programme’s success relies on balancing infrastructure development, environmental protection, and community rights to create a more livable Nairobi.

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.

According to the MP, the institute is nationally recognised and offers high-impact, market-driven courses that are fully certified, equipping students with relevant and in-demand skills.

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.

The reforms come amid rising concerns over Dishi na County, Governor Johnson Sakaja’s flagship programme, which has faced scrutiny after an audit revealed Sh145.7 million from the French Embassy could not be traced.

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.

Matron Beatrice Nduta, who had worked at the school for four months, told the court there were 282 pupils at the academy that night, including 160 girls.

Senators warned that non-compliance would no longer be tolerated and called for urgent corrective measures across all government institutions.

Children under five face the highest risk, with over 22 per cent living in extreme monetary poverty in 2024, compared with 15 per cent of teenagers. Vulnerable groups include children with disabilities, those living in rural areas, displaced and refugee children, and indigenous communities.