The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has simplified the process for Kenyans abroad and foreign nationals to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct without needing to travel to Kenya.

• Applicants must log into their eCitizen accounts to apply and pay the required fees.
• Fingerprints will be captured at Kenyan embassies, high commissions, consulates, or Huduma Centres.
• For foreign nationals, proof of immigration status in Kenya is required.

Lawyers representing three key suspects in the murder of Dr. Victoria Mutiso have withdrawn from the case due to strategic disagreements with their clients regarding the bail application.

• The defense lawyers, Danstan Omari and Cliff Ombeta, cited a divergence in strategy after new allegations surfaced during the court session on Tuesday, September 29.
• The suspects, alongside two police officers, are accused of coordinating, planning, and executing Mutiso's murder on July 29.
• The court allowed the withdrawal, with the bail application hearing scheduled for October 6.

Kenya has introduced a new legal framework, the Trust Administration Act, 2026, to help protect family property from succession disputes.

• The Act establishes a consolidated framework for creating, registering, and administering trusts in Kenya.
• Key figures involved include President William Ruto, who assented to the bill on September 8.
• The law requires trustees to maintain and lodge beneficial ownership information, enhancing transparency in trust administration.

The Standard Media Group has reported a planned protest by the youth group Bunge la Mwananchi targeting its offices on Friday, October 2, citing security concerns over allegations of critical reporting on President William Ruto.

• More than 5,000 people are reportedly expected to participate in the protest.
• The protest is organized by Bunge la Mwananchi, who accuse The Standard of publishing negative reports about President William Ruto.
• The Standard has notified the South B Police Station and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Makadara.