The High Court in Nairobi has ruled that retired presidents are barred from holding office in political parties for longer than six months after leaving the presidency.

• The court dismissed a petition challenging Section 6 of the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act.
• Petitioners Peter Odhiambo Agoro, Paul Muiruri Kiguathi, and Damon Onyango Osawa argued the law violated political rights.
• Justice Lawrence Mugambi stated that retired presidents hold a distinct constitutional category, and the restriction aims to safeguard democracy and prevent state capture by former heads of state.

The High Court has upheld a law preventing retired presidents from holding leadership positions in political parties for longer than six months after leaving office.

• The restriction, part of the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act, was challenged but deemed constitutional by Justice Lawrence Mugambi.
• The ruling means former Heads of State can remain politically active but cannot hold official party leadership roles beyond the specified period.
• This decision comes amid ongoing discussions about the political involvement of retired leaders, including concerns raised about former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Kenya Power has announced a three-week maintenance exercise impacting power supply in parts of Nairobi, specifically Roysambu and Githurai.

• The maintenance works will occur on weekdays and Saturdays from 7am to 5pm.
• This initiative is being undertaken by Kenya Power to enhance the reliability of its electricity network.
• Residents in affected areas are advised to plan accordingly and can report incidents via *977# or the Kenya Power App.