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Gachagua rejected the award, insisting that the case was never about money but about justice and the protection of constitutional rights.

The dispute stems from a proposed motion seeking the review, audit and possible variation of benefits enjoyed by the former Head of State under the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act.

NTSA said the e-logbook system is designed to replace a reactive paper registry that has been prone to fraud, delays and errors, replacing it with what it describes as “a proactive, real-time digital system with strong integrity controls and automated lifecycle management”.

Representatives of the Coast Civil Society Network presented a petition highlighting gaps in citizen involvement, particularly in the formulation of the supplementary budget.

The planned 50-bed facility at Laikipia Air Base has triggered public anger, with residents accusing the US of shifting health risks tied to Ebola exposure cases from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda into Kenya.

The project seeks to enhance urban mobility within the Nairobi Metropolitan Area while also strengthening land-use planning along the identified commuter corridors.

The new allocations come a week after President William Ruto launched the Every Woman Every Newborn Everywhere (EWENE) Acceleration Plan 2026-2028, aimed at reducing preventable maternal and newborn deaths.

Kenya’s records of its past are partly stored at the Kenya National Archives, which holds 40,000 volumes of public records.

According to CS Murkomen, Kenya has enhanced its maritime security and safety, and also built requisite capacities and capabilities for tackling maritime threats that we face within our territorial sea.

According to Kanjama, Gachagua’s matter has only been determined at the High Court level, meaning the former DP still has an opportunity to pursue his case through the appellate courts.

Authorities said the suspect attempted to escape towards the California area before officers eventually caught and arrested him in Eastleigh.

The petitioner seeks orders restraining the excision, allocation, licensing, surveying, clearing, fencing or construction of any projects within the forest, arguing that recent reports and public statements have sparked fears over the future of the conservation area.

The family says the student suffered serious injuries after what they believe was a push from the moving matatu following a disagreement over fare change with the conductor.

Rigathi Gachagua’s legal team has already indicated plans to challenge the ruling, setting the stage for further litigation on constitutional standards governing impeachment and fair-hearing protections.

The Ministry has authorised the Financial Reporting Centre to coordinate the public participation exercise and has called on stakeholders and members of the public to submit comments on the draft regulations in a prescribed format.

Omar, who was recently named the Confederation of African Football’s Referee of the Year for 2025, was turned back after arriving at Miami International Airport and was later returned to Istanbul, Turkïye.

Mombasa County reports steady growth in own-source revenue to Sh4.8 billion, even as senators question missed targets in cess and land rates collection during a Senate accountability hearing.

President William Ruto announced Sh15.4 billion in EU-backed digital funding and an additional Sh5.6 billion for the Blue Raman submarine cable project as Kenya seeks to expand connectivity, attract investment and strengthen trade ties with Europe.

High Court upholds Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment by the Senate but awards him Sh50 million after finding that his right to a fair hearing was violated during the proceedings.

The Kenyan Embassy in Riyadh has urged citizens living and working in Saudi Arabia to comply with residency, labour and immigration laws, warning that violations could result in detention, deportation or loss of employment amid ongoing nationwide inspections.

High Court upholds Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment but directs Parliament to enact clear legislation governing the removal of a Deputy President, citing gaps in the current constitutional framework.

High Court upholds Senate’s decision to impeach former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, ruling that the process was constitutional and lawful, effectively ending his bid to overturn his removal from office.

The appeal comes as the county government intensifies efforts to promote non-motorised transport as part of wider measures aimed at easing traffic congestion and reducing environmental pollution in the coastal city.

The utility firm said the decision follows a steady rise in digital usage, which has significantly reduced physical visits to its service centres.

The protesters had gathered to reject the proposal to allocate part of the park’s land, arguing that the move would undermine wildlife conservation efforts and could open the door to continued encroachment into protected ecosystems.

Mandera South Member of Parliament Abdul Haro condemned the killings and called on security agencies to take immediate action against those responsible.

The move is part of a wider policy aimed at recognising data as a national asset and using it to generate additional revenue.

NTSA said only the public-private partnership component has been suspended, but the Minor Traffic Offences Rules continue to operate across the country.

The MPs warned that such claims, if not addressed, could weaken public confidence in the electoral process and heighten political tensions.

The National Assembly Public Petitions Committee, in its report tabled in the House, said the audit is meant to establish how the funds were managed and whether any healthcare providers benefited from the payments.

The incident, which happened near Salama trading centre, involved a truck, a passenger bus, two private vehicles and a motorcycle, causing heavy disruption along the busy highway as rescue operations continued through the night.

Professional bodies say the Urban Planning Technical Committee only provides advisory recommendations and has no legal authority to approve developments, urging investigators to focus on officials with statutory decision-making powers in the Manzil Towers collapse case.

Gachagua urges supporters to remain peaceful and respect the rule of law as High Court prepares to rule on petitions challenging his 2024 impeachment.

A monument honouring Mekatilili wa Menza will be erected at Shakahola in Kilifi County as part of efforts to preserve Kenya’s resistance history and promote the area as a heritage and cultural tourism destination.

High Court upholds Kithure Kindiki’s appointment as Deputy President, ruling that the process followed the Constitution and did not require public participation.

Laikipia County has moved to court to block a proposed Ebola quarantine and isolation facility at Nanyuki Airbase, citing lack of consultation and raising concerns over public health, child safety, and potential economic disruption in the region.

High Court overturns Sh200,000 conviction, ruling that “careless driving” is no longer a recognised offence under amended traffic laws, clearing the motorist and ordering a refund of the fine.

Kenya and the United States revive a Sh207 billion health partnership after court clearance, unlocking nationwide implementation of a five-year programme amid renewed debate over oversight, data protection, and public participation.

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan assures Gikomba traders of first priority in allocation at the nearing completion Quarry Road Market, while also dismissing demolition fears and outlining wider infrastructure and service upgrades.

Grief and sorrow engulfed Mkwakwani village in Ukunda, Kwale County, where Zuhra Rama Higa, a Form Three student who died in the fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, was laid to rest.

Sections of Kenyatta Avenue, Valley Road, and Jakaya Kikwete Road will be partially closed from Friday, June 12, 2026, to Friday, February 12, 2027, a period of eight months.

The groups argued that the response to citizens raising concerns about Nairobi National Park showed a growing threat to civic space and democratic participation.

The union has said that workers continue to operate in high-risk environments where they are exposed to hazards such as hydrogen sulphide (H₂S) gas, volatile petrochemical substances, pipeline integrity failures, refinery fire risks, and poorly managed emergency response systems at some operational sites.

Omari told the court that the jerricans were intended for low-income Nairobi residents who rely on such containers to store water due to the lack of permanent storage facilities in their homes.

The operation, which targeted a two-bedroom house believed to have been used as a distribution base, was carried out after officers acted on a tip-off linking the premises to drug trafficking activities.

Kalonzo has been rallying fellow Opposition leaders to back his bid based on his long experience in leadership and ability to attract national support.

County health officials said the transfers were part of a routine workforce management exercise aimed at addressing staffing imbalances and improving service delivery in public health facilities across the county.

Among the areas flagged by the County Public Accounts Committee were land rates, cess collections and Single Business Permit revenue, even as the county recorded steady growth in overall revenue collection over the past three financial years.

The Consolidated Fund Services report before the National Assembly shows the payout is part of broader budget estimates covering retirement benefits for key public institutions, including the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).

A suspected senior member of the notorious Panga Squad gang was arrested with a machete during an intelligence-led police operation in Laini Saba, as authorities intensify efforts to dismantle criminal networks in Kibra.

The committee argues that counties may be using public funds for functions that are not clearly assigned to them under the Constitution, and is seeking a clear explanation of the funding structure.