June 8 - June 14, 2026
Top Kenya news stories for the week of Monday, June 8 to Sunday, June 14, 2026, organized by weekday.
Monday
June 8
LSK Intervenes After Arrest of David Maraga - June 2026
Former Chief Justice David Maraga was arrested on Monday, June 8, while protesting the construction of infrastructure, including a parking lot, within Nairobi National Park. The Law Society of Kenya deployed lawyers to secure the release of Maraga and other activists arrested during these protests against land allocation within the park. Separately, police in Nairobi dismantled a narcotics network in Kibra following an intelligence-led operation and sting, arresting several key suspects. A man suspected of impersonating a Kenya Defense Forces member was arrested with a loaded pistol at the Sony Green Stadium in Migori County.
Three-Judge Bench to Rule on Constitutionality of Gachagua Impeachment - June 2026
A three-judge bench will rule on Monday regarding the constitutionality of the impeachment proceedings against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. High Court Justice Eric Ogolla revealed specific demands made by Gachagua in a court petition, including an extensive list of entitlements such as two cooks that Gachagua sought from the government. The three-judge bench declined a request to halt the delivery of judgement concerning the impeachment, meaning the judgement will proceed as scheduled. The judgment is expected to shape the country's political and constitutional landscape.
National Security Team to Discuss Wave of School Fires and Student Protests - June 2026
The National Security Advisory Committee is convening on June 8 to address a concerning wave of school fires and student protests across Kenya. Over 60 schools have been temporarily closed due to ongoing instability within the institutions. Several students at Bishop Sulumeti Girls' School in Kakamega were hospitalized after police used teargas to quell unrest, with students protesting water shortages. The family of Zuhura Rama, a Grade 10 student who tragically died in the Utumishi Academy fire, has laid her to rest in Kwale. The devastating incident claimed 16 lives, with investigations ongoing.
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Tuesday
June 9
High Court Upholds Gachagua Impeachment but Awards Ex-DP Sh50mn - June 2026
The High Court in Nairobi upheld the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, ruling that Parliament acted within the Constitution. However, the court awarded Gachagua KSh50 million for violation of his right to a fair hearing during the Senate proceedings, specifically finding that the Senate failed to adjourn when he fell ill. Lawyer Tom Ojienda lauded the decision as sound, while Lawyer Wangui asserted that Gachagua's right to fair trial was compromised during the impeachment. The court also ruled that National Assembly conducted adequate public participation and that Kindiki was properly nominated as deputy president. Lawyer Evans stated the Constitution was "slaughtered" while Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru warned they would not watch the Courts preside over the "funeral" of Kenya's Constitution. Elias Mutuma noted the ruling exposed deep cracks in Kenya's impeachment process.
KeNHA Unveils New Multi-Billion Project Targeting 2,500KM of Highways - June 2026
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is launching a multi-billion road safety audit for approximately 2,500 kilometers of high-risk highways across the country. Meanwhile, President William Ruto urged Belgian investors to shift from exporting raw materials to establishing industries in Kenya for value addition and manufacturing, leveraging the country's abundant clean energy and preferential access to the European market. In a separate development, Principal Secretary Dr. Salome Beacco directed senior officers in Correctional Services to expedite the adoption of clean energy solutions within correctional facilities, aligning with the Presidential directive on sustainable energy transition.
KEMSA to Close Nairobi, Regional Distribution Centers for 5 Days - June 2026
The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) will close its Nairobi and Regional Distribution Centres from Monday, July 6 to Friday, July 10 for its annual stocktake exercise. Separately, the Kenyan government has ruled out calls to scrap boarding schools as a solution to rising cases of unrest and indiscipline in secondary schools. Additionally, the Executive Office of the President at State House will conduct a mass public auction of unserviceable items including vehicles, TVs and furniture on June 23, offering Kenyans a chance to acquire government property directly linked to the nation's leadership.