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Energy CS Wandayi assures Kenyans on fuel supply stability amid G2G concerns

Wandayi addressed the concerns following claims by Ndindi Nyoro, the Kiharu Member of Parliament, who had questioned the G2G framework, suggesting it could compromise fuel availability and pricing. The CS described these allegations as misleading and unfounded.

NEMA to require EPR Import Certificates starting March 14

In a public notice on March 13, NEMA explained that the certificate is intended to “streamline import processes, enhance regulatory coordination, and improve the ease of doing business by enabling importers to apply for and obtain the required EPR Import Certificate through a single electronic platform integrated with other border regulatory agencies.”

Suspect dead after ramming vehicle into Michigan synagogue

Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard told reporters that the suspect had driven his vehicle through the doors of Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield and then down a hallway before it caught fire.

Flood death toll rises to 62 as Nairobi records highest fatalities

In an update on Friday, the ministry said the deaths include 46 men, eight women and eight children as authorities continue rescue, recovery and emergency response operations in affected regions.

Ghana envoy backs Kenya–Ghana SME credit, digital finance ties

The meeting brought together diplomats, business leaders and financial stakeholders to explore SME financing, digital finance solutions and cross-border partnerships under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework.

KNCHR begins developing compensation framework for rights violation victims

In a press statement issued Friday, the commission said it has initiated technical work to design a comprehensive reparations policy aimed at addressing the harm suffered by victims of protest-related and other rights violations across the country.

Siaya court orders Lwak Girls' Samira to return wearing hijab

The order follows a petition filed by her father challenging the school’s decision to bar her from class over the attire.

National Police Service reduces pay budget by Sh1.4 billion as recruitment delays bite

Accounting Officer Bernice Lemedeket told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security on Thursday that the adjustment aligns the budget with the actual number of officers currently in service.

Ruto Has Great Ideas For Kenya, The Problem is One- Danson Mukile

DORIS KWAMBO: Why We Are Failing In Our Education in Kenya

Garissa County Referral Hospital strengthens patient records management

Garissa County Referral Hospital is transitioning to an electronic health records system, covering patient registration, lab results, and discharge summaries, while retaining paper backups.

Mbaruku defends Sh1.89bn budget request in DP's office

, Principal Administrative Secretary Moses Mbaruku told lawmakers that the office had initially been allocated Sh3.07 billion, comprising Sh2.97 billion under the recurrent budget and Sh100 million under the development budget.

Health Ministry warns Kenyans over risk of collapsing buildings

The ministry says prolonged rainfall can weaken foundations, trigger floods and landslides, and threaten roads and bridges.

EACC to monitor spending and governance in 34 county Industrial Parks

Principal Secretary for the State Department of Industry Juma Mukhwana said the audit will verify that county governments adhere to legal, financial, and governance requirements while implementing the parks.

Four killed after US refuelling plane crashes in Iraq, military confirms

Rescue efforts continue after the loss of the KC-135, it said, having earlier said neither hostile nor friendly fire were involved in the downing of the aircraft.

Where We Go Wrong In Property Dispute Resolution

Why land disputes in Kenya take long to resolve, Lawyer Ronald Ong’udi explains

Advocate Ronald Ong’udi explains why property disputes in Kenya drag on, citing inheritance conflicts, squatters, land use rows and court backlogs, and outlines legal principles shaping ownership claims.

Sports Kenya faces scrutiny over Sh45.8 billion stadium

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu’s findings singled out several projects, with the Talanta Stadium standing out as the most expensive. The stadium’s design, construction, and equipping are valued at Sh45.8 billion, but the project has faced criticism over how the contract was awarded.

Inside Little Paddy Academy’s co-creation model in early learning

To demonstrate this approach, the principal described a classroom activity where pupils learned about food preparation in a safe and guided setting. During the exercise, children explored different ways of preparing eggs.

KeNHA reopens Kaplong–Kisii Road after floods subside

The road had been closed on March 7 after heavy rains caused water levels at the Kipsonoi River Bridge, located between Sotik and Chebilat, to rise above the bridge deck, making it unsafe for travel.

SHA tells employees to verify health deductions to avoid service disruption

SHA highlighted that deductions must be submitted by the ninth day of the month following salary payments. Any delay in remittance could prevent employees from accessing healthcare under the scheme.

Ruto signs law creating Kenya Meteorological Services Authority

The Meteorology Bill 2023 was sponsored in the Senate by Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot. It seeks to improve how weather-related services are managed while aligning the sector with both national and international requirements.

Principal Kwambo calls for greater awareness as Early learning gains focus

Principal Doris Kwambo of Little Paddy Academy in Kileleshwa explains how supervised daycare, play-based learning and Kenya’s CBC reforms work together to prepare young children for future national and global demands.

KeNHA reopens Mai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok highway after flood disruption

The highway had been shut on March 7 after flooding and thick layers of silt covered parts of the road, making it unsafe for vehicles to pass through the area.

South Korean police raid Transport Ministry amid Jeju air crash fallout

Initial investigations revealed that a bird strike had disabled one of the Boeing 737-800’s engines, and the plane’s collision with a concrete mound at the airport turned the incident into a fatal fireball.

Senate demands 60-day report on Sh12.2 trillion debt

Lawmakers expressed alarm over the lack of transparency in borrowing practices, stressing that comprehensive oversight is essential to protect the country’s fiscal health.

Nineteen sentenced over deadly Moscow concert attack that killed 149

A Russian military court handed life sentences to four gunmen and 11 accomplices, while four others received terms ranging from 19 to 22 years, according to state media reports.

Government prohibits drones in Naivasha during Safari Rally 2026

According to the advisory, spectators must comply with directions given by rally marshals and security personnel deployed along the stages. Fans have also been asked to watch the event only from officially marked spectator sections.

US President, Trump claims military success against Iran amid escalating tensions

Donald Trump claims US forces are “totally destroying” Iran’s regime, saying its military is decimated, as long-running tensions with Tehran and Israel raise fears of wider regional escalation.