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Governor Sakaja moves Geoffrey Mosiria from Environment to Customer Service docket
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

The changes, which take effect immediately, see officers shifted to new roles as the county seeks to strengthen management in key sectors.

Samburu community to regain control of ancestral land after 35-year dispute
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 18, 2025

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

Judge suspends key Marsabit Assembly committees over alleged illegal formation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 18, 2025

Justice Francis Rayola made the ruling after Nominated MCA Adhi Bino, who also chairs the Health Services Committee, filed a petition arguing that cer...

Turkana stakeholders urge reforms to fisheries Bill to protect local fishers and blue economy
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 17, 2025

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

Nyamira MCAs launch third impeachment bid against Governor Amos Nyaribo
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 17, 2025

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

New 1MW generator boosts Wajir’s power supply, promises relief from frequent blackouts
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 17, 2025

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

Construction works force last-minute shift in Kamukunji police recruitment venue
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 16, 2025

On Friday, the High Court temporarily varied the earlier suspension of the nationwide recruitment after Justice Bahati Mwamuye stayed conservatory ord...

Sh39 billion organic city breaks ground in Tana River as residents eye new era of prosperity
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 16, 2025

The project, which blends sustainable housing, regenerative agriculture and renewable energy, is expected to reshape the economic and social landscape...

Turkana eyes stronger peace push as EU-backed project targets conflict, climate threats
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 15, 2025

The meeting focused on expanding joint interventions that support communities grappling with conflict, drought, and the escalating impacts of climate...

Stakeholders warn of increased FGM cases in Wajir during long school holiday
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 15, 2025

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

Garissa leaders oppose wildlife relocation, demand revival of dormant game reserves
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 14, 2025

They strongly opposed proposals to translocate wildlife to private ranches, warning that such actions repeat historical injustices. They cited the rel...

Court rules Dutch national Elwin Ter Horst unfit to stand trial
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

Doctors concluded that Ter Horst has bipolar disorder and an additional illness that prevents him from understanding or responding to court charges, m...

City residents living along riparian corridors assured of fair treatment in relocation plans
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

Governor Johnson Sakaja emphasised that riparian laws must be strictly followed to safeguard lives while ensuring that any affected residents receive...

Court recommends murder charges against three officers over 2022 Masimba killings
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 14, 2025

The court ruled that ballistic analyses and autopsy reports clearly established that the victims died from gunshot injuries sustained during the chaot...

Refugee group raises alarm over lending traps facing displaced families
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

Kakuma Refugee Camp hosts 306,414 refugees from countries including South Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Senate flags 24 State agencies still performing county functions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 13, 2025

The issue came into sharp focus after REREC was summoned to explain why it continues to oversee rural electrification, a responsibility classified as...

Sifuna questions Nairobi County’s directive to move hospital accounts to Sidian Bank
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 13, 2025

The directive, issued by Nairobi County Secretary Godfrey Akumali on November 5, instructed CEOs of Level 4 and 5 hospitals, along with officers manag...

Civil rights group sues over Nairobi County’s Sidian Bank directive for health facilities
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 12, 2025

They allege that the policy could point to irregular financial arrangements involving Sidian Bank, and want the court to intervene before public funds...

City Hall cracks down on Illegal billboards, seeks Sh500 million in unpaid fees
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 12, 2025

Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning Patrick Analo Akivaga in Wednewday said the county is owed over Sh500 million by various advertising...

MPs warn Treasury over lapses in fiscal discipline, pension system delays
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 12, 2025

Legislators expressed concern over repeated lapses in leadership and gaps in accountability, stressing the need to protect citizens’ money.

Businesses to get automatic approval after 28 days under new county licensing rules
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 12, 2025

The reforms, championed by the Investment, Trade and Industry ministry, are intended to improve Kenya’s business climate and remove unnecessary obstac...

Nairobi County Assembly pays emotional tribute to Raila’s enduring influence
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

The special session, attended by leaders across party lines, was marked by emotional tributes celebrating Odinga’s immense contribution to democracy,...

Mandera launches emergency food aid for 15,000 amid deepening drought
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 11, 2025

The launch marks one of Mandera's largest county-funded humanitarian efforts this year, coming amid warnings from national and regional drought monito...

‘Terrible state’: Senators outraged by lapses, mismanagement at Kiambu Referral Hospital
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

The senators on Monday found patients stranded in long queues and others waiting for hours due to a malfunctioning IT system that had slowed service d...

Sakaja, MCAs agree on new housing policy and tenant reinstatement plan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

Among the major outcomes is the decision to develop a County Housing Estate Management Policy that will regulate all processes involving tenant evicti...

Lamu nurses end 79-day strike after agreement with county government
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

Lamu Deputy Governor Mbarak Bahjaj, who also serves as the County Health Executive, said the county will prioritise nurses’ promotions and other commi...

Over 280 county corruption cases under EACC investigation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 10, 2025

EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud told the committee, chaired by Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei, that six of the reported cases have been concluded in court, seven a...

Senators, governors clash looms over new County Oversight Bill
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 10, 2025

The Bill, sponsored by Narok Senator Ledama Olekina, seeks to create a framework for senators to oversee the allocation, collection, use, and manageme...

Nairobi County begins citywide inspection as 14-day repainting deadline expires
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 10, 2025

The operation, led by the Health and Nutrition department, targets commercial zones including the CBD, Westlands, Upper Hill, Ngara and Kirinyaga Road...

County Assemblies Forum urges MPs to amend Pension Bill, citing gaps in retirement protection for MCAs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 09, 2025

The Bill, which seeks to create a defined contribution plan for assembly members and staff, has faced scrutiny over its adequacy in comparison to the...

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