IPOA to Investigate Police Killings During Embu Protests: The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) will investigate a police killing in Embu County that occurred during a protest at Ishiara Level 4 Hospital on April 14, bringing the death toll to three. Two people died during protests in Ishiara town, Embu County, on Tuesday, April 14. The National Police Service (NPS) has assured full accountability following the deaths, with the Inspector General directing that those responsible be held accountable. The protest was over fuel prices and economic hardships affecting residents. Murkomen Appoints Boss of Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit: Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced the appointment of Tom Odero as the overall head of the new Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit, set to be operational by May 1. This new unit aims to enhance security in the Nairobi metropolitan area. Joseph Boinnet has officially taken over as Kenya's National Security Advisor, succeeding Monica Juma in a handover ceremony on Tuesday, April 14. The Administration Police Service (APS) has also initiated a specialized tactical driver training program at the AP Driving School in Mwalimu Farm to improve operational efficiency. Kenya to face Australia in FIFA Series final showdown: The FIFA Series international football tournament culminates tomorrow, March 26th, with a final showdown at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. Officials from CAF and FIFA recently inspected the Talanta Stadium, a new facility currently on schedule for completion by mid-2023. Sports ministers from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, the co-hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), are set to convene next week to chart a course for the tournament. Fred Matiangi says Kenya's economy is headed to the wrong direction because of Ruto's bad governance: Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has stated that Kenya's economy is heading in the wrong direction due to what he describes as President Ruto's bad governance. Former Defence Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa alleges that President William Ruto viewed the Middle East crisis as a significant business opportunity to exploit Kenyans. Kalonzo Musyoka has also vowed to sue the Kenyan state over the alleged sale of Safaricom shares to Vodacom, challenging the legality of this transaction. State House Given 14-Day Ultimatum to Demolish Wall: State House has been formally given a 14-day notice to demolish a section of its wall built on the Kirichwa Kubwa River riparian reserve. A section of the State House perimeter wall, built on riparian land, has been marked for demolition as part of Nairobi's River Regeneration Programme. This action signals a strong commitment from the President William Ruto administration to reclaim waterways in the city. Three shot dead in Embu protests over poor hospital services: Three people were tragically shot dead during protests in Embu, Kenya, over the dire state of services at Ishiara Level Four Hospital. In a related development, Nakuru Level 5 Hospital is reportedly on the verge of collapse due to alleged neglect by the government, facing critical shortages and operational challenges. Additionally, health stakeholders in Nairobi's Kasarani sub-county are urging the government to intensify public awareness campaigns on the importance of enrolling in the Community Health Fund (SHA). Oryx claims Sh3B losses after government cancels fuel import deal: Kenyan taxpayers face a significant financial blow of 3.2 billion shillings following the government's cancellation of a lucrative fuel import contract. The deal was terminated mere hours before the fuel cargo was set to dock at the Port of Mombasa. Separately, Speaker Justin Muturi has called for the immediate scrapping of the Government-to-Government (G2G) fuel deals, expressing strong reservations about the current arrangement. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has also called for the resignation of Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi amidst growing debate surrounding recent electricity tariff increases. Petrol Jumps by Sh28, Diesel Sh40 in Latest EPRA Review: Motorists and households in Kenya are facing significant fuel price hikes announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) for the period of April 15 to May 14, 2026. Super Petrol reached Ksh206.97 per litre and Diesel Ksh206.84 per litre in Nairobi, nearly doubling from previous prices of Ksh107. The Kenya Transporters Association (KTA) has advised transporters nationwide to increase their prices following a significant surge in fuel costs. Public service vehicle operators in Kenya, including Matatu operators, have announced an increase in bus fares of up to 30 percent effective Wednesday, April 15, following the substantial rise in fuel prices. The Nairobi Matatu Owners Association announced a 25% fare hike, effective immediately, following the recent surge in fuel prices. KNH Nurses End Strike Following Return-to-Work Deal: Nurses at Kenyatta National Hospital have ended their two-day strike following the agreement on a return-to-work formula between hospital management and the Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives. The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives reached a deal with hospital management that included added allowances. This restored services at the nation's premier referral facility after the disruptive strike. Kalonzo calls for international intervention following spike in goonism in the country: Kalonzo Musyoka, a prominent Kenyan politician, has urged for international intervention amidst a concerning rise in "goonism" across the country. The former Vice President expressed his dismay over what he described as escalating lawlessness. Meanwhile, Former Chief Justice David Maraga has urged the Kenyan government to cease using "goons" to disrupt opposition political rallies. Separately, Kenya's opposition has accused the Kenya Kwanza government of planning to use "thugs" to disrupt and influence the 2027 general elections.
