Former Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has criticized the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) following a viral video threatening former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ahead of his November 16 visit to Mbeere North for a by-election campaign.

• Kuria questioned IEBC's fairness, stating he had previously warned the commission about potential hostility in Mbeere North, an issue he argues was ignored.
• The video depicted individuals threatening Gachagua, with one voice warning him not to bring his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi.
• The Mbeere North seat became vacant after former MP Geoffrey Ruku was appointed Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, leading to a by-election where Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) is backing the Democratic Party candidate.

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has issued a warning to the public about a new WhatsApp scam targeting Kenyans, where fraudsters impersonate Chief Conservator of Forests Alex Lemarkoko to extort money.

• KFS reported that scammers are using WhatsApp accounts with Alex Lemarkoko's image as the profile photo.
• The scammers attempt to extort money from unsuspecting individuals.
• The public is urged to report suspicious activity to the nearest police station or KFS office.
• All payments for KFS services or products must be made exclusively through the legally approved eCitizen platform.

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a 30-day ultimatum to importers to collect their goods currently held at the Inland Container Depot and bonded facilities in Nairobi, or face public auction.

• Affected goods include solar water heating systems, handbags, shoes, vehicles such as a Jeep Wrangler and a Mercedes-Benz, and various alcoholic beverages.
• The auction will take place between January 5, 2026, and January 9, 2026, via the authority's online portal, if goods remain unclaimed.
• Importers can view the goods on December 29-30, 2025, at locations including Chai Logistics Centre, Syokimau Inland Container Depot, and Rapid Rate Services.