The High Court has cleared nationwide police recruitment. President Ruto announced that Junior Secondary School (JSS) intern teachers will secure permanent employment after two years. Meanwhile, Interior CS Murkomen created three new Nairobi subregions and appointed six new County Commissioners. In anti-graft efforts, the EACC arrested Anti-Counterfeit Authority Chair Josphat Kabeabea over a 15 million Kenyan Shillings bribe, and KNH is probing staff for demanding a 2,070 Kenyan Shillings bribe. An MP faced suspension amid parliamentary chaos over a controversial bill. Elsewhere, NCIC reports 10 minority groups face exclusion from public university employment, and an arrest warrant has been issued for the Kisumu City Manager for document forgery.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) arrested Josphat Kabeabea, the Chairperson of the Board of Directors at the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), over allegations of demanding a Ksh15 million bribe, extortion, and unexplained wealth. The arrest on Friday, November 14, followed a raid on his residence and offices. Separately, an arrest warrant was issued for Kisumu County City Manager Michael Abala Wanga by the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court after he failed to appear for charges related to forgery and fraudulent acquisition of public funds. In another case, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) officer Evans Agumba Oriato was charged in Kisumu for allegedly soliciting a Kes500,000 bribe to "assist" a secondary school with tax filings.
Supreme Court rules banks need no new securities for extra loans. Government disburses 303.9 million shillings for youth start-ups, while Ruto launches 20 billion Kenyan Shillings projects in Kitui. Kenya and Ghana introduce crypto oversight, while 1.8 million Kenyans face acute food insecurity due to drought.
TikToker Baba Talisha's iPhone, stolen at Mataha Festival, was tracked to Uganda. Pastor Kanyari defended his emotional mourning of ex-wife Betty Bayo, saying it's his personality.
The State Department for Children Services will receive 12.3 billion shillings in 2025/2026, with 9.1 billion shillings for vulnerable children. Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga is now formally ODM Party Leader. Meanwhile, CS Ruku refuted Gachagua's election violence claims in Mbeere North, as Malala insists Gachagua is the only choice for the 2027 opposition ticket.
Kenya's Talanta Stadium is 66% complete, targeting a February 2026 launch. The nation is ready to host the 2025 Africa Women’s Sevens Cup. NOC-K urges federations to embrace science for the 2028 Olympics. Harambee Stars play Equatorial Guinea, while KPA seeks a WBLA slot.
Google is giving Kenyan university students free access to its Gemini Pro AI for a year, while Visa and Mojaloop partner to use AI for instant payment fraud prevention in Africa. KCB Bank and Pesapal are digitizing East African fuel station operations. Seequre launched SmartGuard for endpoint security, and Spotify Kenya introduced in-app messaging.
The High Court has cleared nationwide police recruitment to proceed. President Ruto announced that Junior Secondary School (JSS) intern teachers will get permanent employment after two years. Interior CS Murkomen created three new Nairobi subregions and deployed six new County Commissioners. EACC arrested Anti-Counterfeit Authority Chair Josphat Kabeabea over a 15 million Kenyan Shillings bribe and KNH is investigating a staff member for demanding a 2,070 Kenyan Shillings bribe. An MP was suspended amid chaos over a controversial bill in Parliament. NCIC reports 10 minority groups are excluded from public university employment. Arresst warrant issued against Kisumu City Manager for document forgery.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is investigating violent incidents that resulted in two deaths in Kasipul Constituency ahead of the November 27 by-elections. In connection with the violence, an assistant chief in Kasipul has been suspended from Public Service after the deadly clashes occurred at his home on November 6. The National Police Service (NPS) has pledged robust security management for the upcoming by-elections, ensuring comprehensive measures amidst escalating tensions like a recent gunfight in Homa Bay County. The NPS affirmed its impartiality and commitment to ensuring security, responding to allegations of bias from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has officially appointed Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga as its party leader, elevating him from an interim capacity following the demise of his brother, Raila Odinga. Oburu has assumed leadership affirming the party's independence and commitment to unity, stating his mission is to ensure the party remains formidable while cooperating with President William Ruto. The leadership change comes as Winnie Odinga, daughter of the late Raila Odinga, alleged a plot to sell the ODM party during its 20th anniversary celebrations in Mombasa. In response to such concerns, Oburu assured supporters that "ODM will not be swallowed."
Kenya is preparing for and hosting several key sporting events and qualifiers across the country. The nation is set to host the 2025 Africa Women’s Sevens Cup at RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi, with the Kenya Lionesses squad already announced and co-captained by Grace Okulu and Janet Okello. In basketball, the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) is playing in the semifinals of the Zone Five qualifiers at the Nyayo Gymnasium, seeking a slot in the 2025 WBLA finals. The national boxing team, Hit Squad, is also preparing for the Elite World Men Boxing Championships, with training set to begin after the National Boxing League's final leg in Kisumu. Looking to the future, NOC-K hosted a conference in Machakos to help sports federations prepare for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. In domestic football, KCB faces Bidco United in a SportPesa Premier League match at Kasarani Annex. Additionally, construction of the Talanta City Stadium is now 66 per cent complete.
President William Ruto, speaking in Machakos, cautioned opposition leaders against undermining his government and promised the Ukambani region significant government appointments by 2027. For the third consecutive day, President Ruto criticized the opposition, accusing them of being driven by tribalism and lacking a clear agenda. In response, Siaya Governor James Orengo issued a stern warning to ODM members collaborating with President Ruto and asserted that ODM does not need the president. Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya indicated that the opposition will unite behind a single candidate to challenge President Ruto in the 2027 election. Adding to political discourse, Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda, a Ruto ally, suggested the President might seek re-election on an ODM ticket.
The Council of Governors has revealed a new strategy aimed at improving maternal and newborn health outcomes and reducing mortality rates across Kenya. This initiative addresses the challenge of an estimated 134,000 babies born prematurely annually, which leads to 33,600 newborn deaths each year from related complications. Separately, Governors are appealing to the Ministry of Health to reconsider its decision to cut funding for dispensaries, a move that could severely impact primary healthcare services. Concurrently, teachers in Nairobi are opposing a government plan to transition them to a new social health authority scheme as part of national healthcare reforms.
Following the death of gospel singer Betty Bayo from cancer, former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta donated KSh 1 million to assist with her funeral expenses. In response to public grief, the TikTok community is organizing a candle lighting ceremony at Pastor Victor Kanyari's Salvation Healing Ministry in Kayole Junction on Monday, November 18, 2025. Pastor Kanyari, the late singer's ex-husband, has responded to criticism about his emotional mourning, stating his emotional display is simply his personality. Amid these events, a resurfaced interview with Betty Bayo has reignited debate about her past relationship with Kanyari, detailing their rapid romance and eventual separation.
Following the passing of his brother, Raila Odinga, Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga has formally taken over as the Party Leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Oburu was sworn in on Thursday, November 13, after his appointment was approved by the National Governing Council (NGC). Following the death of the former Prime Minister, President William Ruto has launched a charm offensive targeting Odinga's traditional strongholds ahead of the 2027 general election. The President has begun a strategic campaign to consolidate support in these areas to bolster his re-election prospects for 2027, as the ODM party faces an internal rift.
AI firm Anthropic claims that Chinese state-sponsored hackers used its technology to automate cyberattacks, calling it the "first reported AI-orchestrated cyber espionage campaign" which targeted approximately 30 global organizations. In a separate development concerning China's technological growth, the nation has become the global leader in electric vehicle (EV) battery production, now producing over three-quarters of the world's lithium-ion cells due to strategic government initiatives. Meanwhile, South Korea and the United States have finalized a new tariff and security agreement. The agreement followed summit talks on October 29 between President Lee Jae-myung and President Donald Trump.
Kenyan authorities have taken several actions related to economic regulation. Kenya and Ghana introduced new regulatory frameworks for virtual asset service providers (VASP) to combat fraud and improve transaction traceability. In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of Kenya has ruled that banks are not required to register new securities for additional credit, a decision which overturns a 2022 Court of Appeal ruling. The ruling is expected to reduce compliance costs for lenders. Additionally, the Director-General at the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK), David Kemei, described cartels as an "invisible tax" on consumers. In response, the CAK is intensifying its efforts to combat cartel behavior across various sectors.
