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Lamu Nurses Join Nationwide Strike Over Unimplemented CBAs
The Kenya National Union of Nurses began a nationwide strike over unresolved grievances, with Lamu nurses joining the action over unimplemented Collective Bargaining Agreements. Clinical officers in Nandi County also downed tools over delayed implementation of the 2026 pay deal, disrupting public hospital medical services across various counties. Health workers' unions and Universal Health Coverage staff are urging county governments to finalize the transition of UHC workers to permanent employment, with unions blaming counties for the stalled transition. The delay in this process is causing significant concern among healthcare professionals.
Dr Victoria Mutiso Shot Dead in Nairobi Daylight Attack
Prominent psychiatrist Dr Victoria Mutiso was shot dead in a daylight attack in Nairobi. Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a doctor inside a taxi. Meanwhile, three suspects have been remanded for 30 days in Machakos Town following their plea of not guilty to the murder of three young men who were lynched and burnt to death in a mob justice incident. Additionally, Police in Baringo are actively searching for a man accused of impregnating his own daughter, a crime that has reportedly ended the girl's education and devastated her mother. The Director of Public Prosecutions has issued a stern warning against political violence, vowing that those involved in "goonism" will face legal consequences.
14 Elephants Died From Suspected Toxic Chemicals in Kimana
At least 14 elephants have died in Kimana Wildlife Sanctuary near Amboseli National Park over the last two weeks under mysterious circumstances. Reports indicate approximately 14 elephants have reportedly died, suspected to be from toxic chemicals. Advocates in Kenya are simultaneously challenging official data regarding the street population, warning that homelessness is rapidly increasing nationwide at a pace that outstrips the country's response.
Ruto to Deliver Special National Address at 7pm
President William Ruto will deliver a Special National Address this evening at 7 pm. Kenyans are expressing various expectations ahead of the national address. Former Treasury CS Prof Njuguna Ndung'u has commented that the current president overruns all the institutions, adding to the political discourse surrounding the address.
Three Former CDF Treasury Officials Accused of Theft in Meru
Three former officials of the CDF treasury in Igembe North have been taken to court in Meru facing accusations of alleged theft amounting to KSh 4.8 million. Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru visited Murang'a county to inspect the expansion and modernization of Kenneth Matiba Hospital, signaling the government's dedication to enhancing healthcare facilities. Meanwhile, after more than a year of extensive renovation and modernization, Garissa Airport has officially reopened and resumed full operations, with its first official arrivals being delegates attending the 4th Devolution Sensitization Week.
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