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. The demonstration in Ishiara, Mbeere North, highlighted severe concerns regarding the state of healthcare facilities in the area. Separately, Nakuru Level 5 Hospital is reportedly on the verge of collapse due to alleged neglect by the government, facing critical shortages and operational challenges. The strike by nurses at Kenyatta National Hospital has been called off after successful negotiations with hospital management. Meanwhile, various stakeholders are advocating for the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to be granted prosecutorial powers as a crucial measure in Kenya's ongoing fight against corruption. Kalonzo Calls for International Intervention Following Rise in Goonism: 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. Former Chief Justice David Maraga has separately urged the Kenyan government to cease using goons to disrupt opposition political rallies. Kenya's opposition has accused the Kenya Kwanza government of planning to use thugs to disrupt and influence the 2027 general elections. 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. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro is demanding a reduction in fuel prices, stating that Kenya has a 50 percent opportunity to lower costs through domestic policy choices, not just external factors. This call comes as EPRA announced an increase in the maximum pump prices for Super Petrol and Diesel. Meanwhile, MP Ndindi Nyoro has accused the Kenyan government of misleading the public regarding public borrowing by not including proceeds from securitisation in the national debt. 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. Authorities issued the ultimatum as part of a major effort to reclaim Nairobi's waterways. In a separate development, Joseph Boinnet has officially taken over as Kenya's National Security Advisor, succeeding Monica Juma in a handover ceremony on Tuesday, April 14. Separately, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged Kenyans to protect their democracy by prioritizing civic education, ethical voter mobilization, and actively rejecting political violence as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.
