Judges Retirement Benefits Bill 2025 Stories

Taxpayers could pay Sh15 billion annually for judges’ retirement perks, SRC warns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

According to Njoka, the Bill’s wording seeks to make the SRC Act subservient to this Act, despite Article 172 (1) (b) (i) of the Constitution limiting...

From colonial cells to court reforms: A walk through Kenya’s Judiciary Museum preserving legal, freedom struggles
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 04, 2025

Few know that beneath the grandeur of Kenya’s Supreme Court lies a museum chronicling the nation’s quest for justice and self-rule.

Manufacturers face heavy penalties for noncompliance with KEBS 0.2 per cent standards levy
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 04, 2025

All manufacturers must pay 0.2 per cent of monthly turnover capped at Sh4 million or face heavy penalties, with exemptions for businesses under Sh5 mi...

Parliament strikes deal to release Sh70.6 billion additional funds to counties after prolonged standoff
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2025

The funds are expected to ease cash flow challenges in county governments and revive projects affected by the prolonged budget impasse.

Tanzania opposition party CHADEMA demands answers over disappearance of Vice Chairman John Heche
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2025

Heche’s disappearance marks the latest in a series of arrests that have drawn condemnation from human rights groups and opposition figures across the...

Kenya wins bid to host 2027 World Cancer Leaders’ Summit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 04, 2025

The summit, organised by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and hosted by NCI-K, will be only the second edition held in Africa, follow...

KAM CEO Tobias Alando warns instability in Tanzania threatens regional trade
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 04, 2025

Tobias Alando noted that businesses across the region operate in environments shaped by different political regimes and changing government policies.

Senate flags surge in hate speech ahead of 2027 polls
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 04, 2025

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission was formed after the 2007-08 election violence to foster unity, prevent ethnically motivated conflict...

Amnesty slams Tanzania for brutal crackdown, internet shutdown
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 04, 2025

In a statement, the rights group noted that the blackouts, which have affected large parts of the country for nearly a week, have coincided with repor...

Guinea coup leader General Doumbouya enters presidential race after new constitution approval
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 04, 2025

Guinea’s military leader, General Doumbouya, enters December presidential election after new constitution clears the way, sparking nationwide attentio...

Uganda Cubs make historic debut at 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Uganda makes its maiden appearance at the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, facing France, Chile, and Canada as the young Cubs aim to shine on the gl...

Famine declared in Sudan as war, economic collapse push millions to the brink
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

A UN-backed food security panel has confirmed famine in parts of Darfur and Kordofan, warning that millions of Sudanese are facing starvation as war,...

AU appoints Djibouti envoy Mohamed Idriss to lead mediation in Madagascar coup crisis
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 04, 2025

The appointment signals the AU’s bid to restore stability in Madagascar amid global interest from Paris, Beijing, and Moscow.

Nairobi United drawn with Wydad Casablanca in historic CAF Confederation Cup group stage
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Nairobi United become the first Kenyan club to reach the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, drawn alongside Wydad Casablanca, Azam FC, and AS Maniema...

Tanzania’s 2025 polls undermined by intimidation and restrictions, SADC report finds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

SADC’s preliminary report faults Tanzania’s 2025 General Election for voter intimidation, restricted media coverage, and barriers that prevented many...

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu blames foreigners for violent election protests, calls for urgent investigations into unrest
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

Samia said the unrest was not homegrown and the acts were inconsistent with Tanzanian values.

Samia Suluhu sworn in for second term as Tanzania’s President after election marred by violence
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

In her victory speech, Suluhu described the election as "free and democratic" and referred to the protesters who challenged the results as "unpatrioti...

Human rights lobby urges government to account for Kenyans affected by Tanzania election violence
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 03, 2025

Journalists and human rights groups have yet to confirm the number of post-election deaths so far, but the opposition, CHADEMA, has alleged that about...

East Africa Law Society demands immediate restoration of internet, lifting of curfew in Tanzania
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

The society expressed concern over reports of fatalities, injuries and mass arrests following the October 29 General Election, noting that the actions...

ODM insists it will not settle for less than deputy president seat in 2027
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

Party Leader Oburu Oginga maintained that the party will only negotiate for top positions from a position of strength, and not desperation.

KCSE enters third week as government steps up efforts to ensure smooth exams amid floods
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said all measures had been put in place to guarantee a smooth and credible examination process despite the o...

Hellen Obiri and Benson Kipruto lead Kenya to glory at 2025 New York City Marathon
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 02, 2025

Kenya cements its dominance at the 2025 New York City Marathon with Hellen Obiri setting a new course record and both men’s and women’s podiums swept...

Climate crisis is a daily reality for many African communities: How to try and protect them
The Conversation  |  Nov 03, 2025

Africa is home to some of the world’s most innovative community-led and nature-based climate adaptation strategies, yet they remain underfunded. South...

Explainer: Why Tanzanians cannot challenge presidential election results in court despite allegations of irregularities
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

Article 41(7) of the Constitution states that once a candidate is declared the winner by the Electoral Commission, “no court of law shall have any jur...

IEBC warns Parliament against rushed electoral reforms ahead of 2027 General Election
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

The warning comes as legislators race to enact three key Bills from the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report before the next election cycle.

Hundreds of exam candidates stranded by Elgeyo Marakwet mudslides to be airlifted for national exams
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said multi-agency teams are already on the ground assessing the situation and making arrangements to relocat...

CHADEMA denounces ‘illegitimate’ Tanzania election results, urges world not to recognise Samia
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

The party urged the international community not to recognise Samia’s victory, citing widespread electoral fraud, intimidation of opposition parties an...

Ndolo accuses ODM leaders of self-interest in anniversary planning
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 01, 2025

MP Reuben Ndolo threatened to mobilise supporters to block the celebrations if the party failed to heed his call.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan receives winner’s certificate as CCM extends grip on power
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

According to the electoral body, Samia, representing the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party, secured around 31.9 million votes, representing nearly 97.7...

ANC cites communication glitch in Tanzania poll absence, stresses solidarity
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

According to INEC’s official tally, President Samia secured 31,913,866 votes, marking a decisive win for the CCM-led administration.

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