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Victims of state violence to hold 10-day protests over delayed compensation

Victims and survivors of state violence are set to hold 10-day protests in Nairobi and other public spaces from June 16 to June 25, 2026, due to the government's delayed compensation.

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top9h ago

Inside Sifuna's fight to nullify ODM's removal

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is challenging the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal to nullify the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party's resolution to remove him as its Secretary General, citing legal and procedural flaws.

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top1d ago

Gachagua to appeal High Court ruling upholding impeachment

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his intention to appeal a High Court ruling that upheld his impeachment.

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Kenyans arrested protesting US Ebola centre

Several Kenyans were arrested on Tuesday during protests against a US-funded Ebola quarantine centre being built at the Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki.

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top1d ago

Africa is not the problem, Ruto says

President William Ruto has challenged the narrative that Africa is a problem, asserting it is a vast opportunity for global solutions and investment.

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top1d ago

PS Bitok moved from Education docket in latest shake-up

In a significant shake-up, President William Ruto has reassigned Principal Secretaries, moving Prof. Julius Bitok from the Basic Education docket to Tourism.

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top1d ago

KWS ranger throws boss under the bus in fisherman's abduction trial

A Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) ranger, Alexander Lorogoi, has implicated his superior, Senior Sergeant Francis Wachira, in the alleged abduction of missing fisherman Brian Odhiambo on January 18, 2025.

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top1d ago

PWDs to access enhanced Sh3 million grants under new plan

The National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya (NFDK) is enhancing grants for Persons Living With Disabilities (PWDs) and institutions that care for them, potentially reaching up to Sh3 million per applicant.

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Laikipia county opposes Ebola facility cites school children risk, tourism collapse

The Laikipia County Government is petitioning the High Court to halt the establishment of a United States-funded Ebola quarantine, monitoring, and treatment facility within the Kenya Air Force Base in Nanyuki. The county argues the project was not adequately consulted and poses significant risks.

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top1d ago

MPs demand urgent action over surge in missing children cases

Members of Parliament are demanding urgent action from the Kenyan government over a concerning surge in missing children cases across the country.

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top1d ago

Karua rejects key Finance Bill proposals, unveils PLP's alternative budget plan

Martha Karua, leader of the People's Liberation Party (PLP), has rejected key proposals in the 2026 Finance Bill, unveiling an alternative budget plan focused on spending restraint and support for productive sectors.

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top1d ago

MPs question legality of county bursaries

Kenya's National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development has questioned the legality and constitutional basis of county bursary programs, particularly after 34 county governments signed agreements with the Ministry of Education to continue funding these initiatives.

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top1d ago

ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan suspended over sex abuse claims

The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim Khan, has been suspended from duty over alleged sexual abuse claims made by a member of his office.

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top2d ago

David Maraga arrested at Nairobi Park protest

Former Chief Justice David Maraga was arrested on Monday, June 8, 2026, during a protest against proposed infrastructure development within Nairobi National Park.

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High Court upholds Rigathi Gachagua impeachment

The High Court in Nairobi has upheld the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, ruling that Parliament acted within the Constitution. However, the court awarded Gachagua Sh50 million for a violation of his right to a fair hearing during the Senate proceedings.

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top2d ago

No show: Gachagua skips landmark court ruling on impeachment

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was notably absent from a landmark court ruling on his impeachment, which he watched from home with other politicians.

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top2d ago

Amnesty International condemns arrests of Nairobi National Park protesters

Amnesty International has strongly condemned the arrest and alleged use of force against peaceful protesters demonstrating over the future of Nairobi National Park.

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top2d ago

May turns deadliest month for police killings this year

May emerged as the deadliest month this year for police-related killings in Kenya, with 24 fatalities recorded. This sharp increase brings the total number of such deaths in 2023 to 49, according to the Missing Voices Coalition (MVC).

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David Maraga arrested

Former Chief Justice David Maraga was arrested on Monday during a protest against proposed infrastructure development within Nairobi National Park. He was detained at Lang’ata Police Station before his release, but refused to leave until other protesters were freed.

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top3d ago

Ruto departs for Europe amid scrutiny over foreign travel record

President William Ruto has departed for a tour of Europe, visiting Belgium, Norway, and Finland. This trip re-ignites scrutiny over his extensive foreign travel record.

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top3d ago

Margaret Kenyatta calls for investment in performing arts to support youth

Former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta is advocating for increased investment in the performing arts to empower Kenyan youth, highlighting how creative programs like Ghetto Classics are transforming lives.

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top4d ago

Citizen-led initiatives restore vital natural ecosystems and livelihoods

Citizen-led initiatives are breathing new life into Kenya's natural ecosystems and improving livelihoods by focusing on restoration and conservation efforts.

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top4d ago

MPs order audit of wind farm over tax penalty row

Members of Parliament have ordered a comprehensive audit by the National Treasury into Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) concerning a disputed Sh19 billion tax penalty. The penalty was paid to LTWP by the government due to delays in completing a crucial transmission line.

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top3d ago

Parents reject delayed release of bodies ahead of requiem service

Grieving parents are protesting a delayed release of the bodies of 16 students who died in a fire at Utumishi Girls Academy, ten days after the tragedy.

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top4d ago

School infernos: Church leaders call for gradual scrapping of boarding schools

Following recent school fires, a group of Kenyan church leaders is advocating for the gradual abolition of boarding schools, attributing them to rising student indiscipline.

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top5d ago

KRA forgoes Sh9.1b under State's fuel price relief plan

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has waived Sh9.1 billion in tax revenue between April and May 2026 as part of a government initiative to cushion consumers from rising fuel prices.

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top4d ago

Kenyans fearful and furious over US Ebola centre

Kenyans are expressing significant fear and anger over the United States establishing a quarantine facility at the Laikipia Air Base to handle potential Ebola cases from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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top5d ago

Matiang'i backs talks for opposition presidential candidate

Former CS Fred Matiang'i has stated his readiness to back a consensus opposition presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, emphasizing the coalition's focus on deep governance failures.

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top5d ago

Kenya launches fund to help protect 30 per cent of land and sea by 2030

Kenya has launched the Kenya Conservancies Fund (KCF), a new financing facility aimed at supporting community-led conservancies to help meet the nation's target of protecting 30 percent of land and sea by 2030.

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top5d ago

Court suspends NTSA smart driving licence, automated fines system

The High Court of Kenya has issued a temporary suspension on the rollout of the National Transport and Safety Authority's (NTSA) new smart driving licence and automated traffic fines system.

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