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The extension was made under Section 106(6) of the National Police Service Act, 2011, and follows consultations with the National Security Council.

Charles Nyachae has been re-appointed as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Kenya School of Government Council, a role he previously held.

The judges said the stay will remain in place only if the Ministry of Defence deposits the full amount in court within 90 days. If that is not done within the stated time, the suspension will automatically be lifted.

Uganda Railway Corporation Managing Director Benon Kajuna said the government had already made its 15 per cent contribution to the contractor and that initial construction works had begun.

The fresh electoral team, chaired by Erastus Ethekon, has its work cut over pending responsibilities that they must constitutionally execute before the next polls.

KHRC said the assailants broke through the perimeter wall of its Gitanga Road premises, violently disrupted the event, roughed up attendees, and made away with valuable electronics, including phones and a laptop.

According to Chief Registrar Winfridah Mokaya, the rebuilding of destroyed infrastructure is ongoing, supported by public and private partners.

EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud said most corruption cases under the commission’s watch arise from procurement fraud. He welcomed the digital system as a game-changer in the battle against graft.

This year's theme highlights the critical link between corruption and human rights, emphasising how corrupt practices erode public service delivery and compromise the dignity and well-being of citizens.

The organisation said the contribution is the largest from Korea since the country began supporting refugees in Kenya in 2018.

In a statement that dismisses earlier claims that the project had hit a roadblock, Usahihi Expressway Limited, the firm contracted to expand the highway into a four-lane Expressway, said it remains committed to transparency and continued collaboration.

It further indicated that 130 people are still nursing injuries at home and in various health facilities across the country.

In a report recently tabled in the Senate, the committee calls for an amendment to the law to introduce both a minimum and a maximum number of chief officers that can be appointed per county.

NPS spokesperson Michael Muchiri confirmed Njoki’s death but clarified that she passed away while in remand at Nanyuki Women’s Prison, not in police custody.

In the wake of Eng. Kandie’s resignation, the Authority has appointed Eng. Jackson K. Magondu as the acting Director General to ensure continuity of leadership.

Ole Sapit condemned the use of excessive force by police during demonstrations, particularly alleged shoot-to-kill or shoot-to-maim orders.

The commissioner said criminals were taking advantage of the ongoing political standoff to commit offences, and warned that politicians were also exploiting the situation for their own interests.

Their swearing-in comes a day after a three-judge bench of the High Court gave the green light for the appointments, which had earlier been subject to legal scrutiny.

Political Parties Liason Committee Vice Chairperson Christopher Kilonzo christened their proposal as the birth of a new national moment aimed at ending the ongoing civic unrest occasioned by protests.

Wachira was shot on Monday, July 7, amid violent clashes between protesters and law enforcement in Juja.

Plain-clothed detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations carried out the arrest at his office, entering forcefully before taking him into custody.

KeNHA, in a notice published on Tuesday, July 8, revealed it has received a proposal from Multiplex Partners Company for the construction of a 175-kilometre four-lane highway from Rironi to Mau Summit.

The ultimatum followed a meeting held on Thursday, at Wanguru International Stadium, where over 2,000 traders gathered under the leadership of their chairman, Anthony Mucheke.

In a statement, Nelson Havi emphasised the personal consequences law enforcement officers face when the state distances itself after unlawful actions are taken.

Erastus Ethekon emphasised that his first loyalty is to the people of Kenya, citing Article 1 of the Constitution, which places sovereign power in the hands of citizens.

The MP was released on a cash bail of Sh300,000 or an alternative surety bond of Ksh1 million after spending three days in custody.

The government recorded a total expenditure of Sh1.2 trillion during the period, representing 70 per cent of the revised gross budget estimates.

The official car, which was transporting NSSF chairman David Kariuki, his driver, and the bodyguard, crashed at Kapingazi Bridge after it hit another vehicle and plunged into a river.

The Authority has not provided reasons for Ndungu’s resignation.

The police incident report further indicated that the assailants also broke into the principal's office and stole Sh102,500.

MP Amisi emphasised the importance of youth involvement in shaping the country’s future through the ballot box rather than demonstrations.

Amenya’s latest revelations suggest that behind-the-scenes negotiations have been ongoing, with at least one serious attempt already made to transfer the land to a government agency.

Investigators suspect the victim may have been stopped by gunmen and shot after failing to comply with their demands.

The commissioners, led by the new chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon, took their oath of office before Chief Justice Martha Koome at the Supreme Court on Friday, just a day after a three-judge bench of the High Court cleared their appointments.

Gachagua is expected to visit several cities, including Dallas, California, Seattle, Boston, and Baltimore, where he will hold town hall meetings and social forums with the diaspora community.

Emotions ran high as mourners assembled to pay their final respects to the young man whose life was cut short during the demonstrations.

The proposed law sets stiff penalties for anyone found interfering with the reporting process. Individuals who block investigations or mislead the commission will face a fine of up to Sh1 million, one year in prison, or both.

Principal Secretary for Cooperatives and MSME Development Susan Mang'eni told MPs that if the shortfall is not addressed urgently, Kenya could lose the World Bank funding just as it did in the previous Kenya Youth Employment and Opportunities Project (KYEOP).

JLAC wants the the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to provide detailed supporting documents to establish the authenticity of the claims before escalating the matter to the auditor-general.

Council of Governors (CoG) chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi said unpaid bills had reached Sh172.51 billion by the end of the financial year, with Nairobi County alone accounting for Sh115.69 billion — nearly 70 per cent of the total.

According to the AG, the combined legal proposals will ensure faster justice, greater citizen involvement, and better safeguards for those who expose wrongdoing.

The Ministry of Health announced in May that all UHC staff would officially be transferred to county governments by July 1, 2025.

The Financial Reporting Centre is tasked with identifying proceeds of crime and fighting money laundering under the Proceeds of Crime and Money Laundering Act.

Haki Yetu Executive Director Peter Kiama has expressed deep concern over Ruto's statement, warning that it could result in emboldening police officers and other security agencies to act with impunity.

This transformation of long-term housing into short-stay units has made it harder for residents to afford homes in a market where salaries are not keeping up with inflation.

On Wednesday, news agencies reported that the court had outlawed police barricades during protests.

Of the total, 184 were men and 121 were women. The highest number of deaths occurred in the United States (71), followed by India (50) and Uganda (22).