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KNCHR flags rising human rights violations as nearly 3,000 cases reported
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KNCHR flags rising human rights violations as nearly 3,000 cases reported

Data released by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights shows that 2,848 complaints were filed between December 2024 and December 2025, reflecting widespread challenges in the protection of basic rights. The annual review indicates that failures in economic, social and cultural rights formed the largest share of reported cases, followed closely by violations linked to civil and political freedoms

Kenya seeks early release of Sh96.7billion World Bank loan
Business

Kenya seeks early release of Sh96.7billion World Bank loan

Last month, the World Bank outlined seven laws and four policy reforms Kenya must implement before releasing the funds. Key requirements include amending the Competition Act to regulate firms with dominant market positions, allowing refugees to register for mobile telephony and M-Pesa, and introducing policies to reduce urban traffic congestion, including promoting rail transport.

Judge overturns bans blocking Marie Stopes Kenya services
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Judge overturns bans blocking Marie Stopes Kenya services

Justice Chacha Mwita on Thursday set aside actions taken by the Kenya Films & Classification Board, the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council and the Director of Medical Services, saying the three bodies acted outside the law. He ruled that the decisions were unconstitutional, unlawful and beyond the powers given to them.

Former Nascar driver Greg Biffle and family die in North Carolina plane crash
Global Affairs

Former Nascar driver Greg Biffle and family die in North Carolina plane crash

Statesville Airport Director John Ferguson said the jet was already engulfed in flames when emergency teams arrived. The aircraft, a corporate jet associated with Biffle through a private company, had taken off around 10:06 a.m. but crashed shortly after while approaching the runway’s east end. Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the crash, and the airport remains closed as crews clear the wreckage.

Kenya pushes back SGR loan repayment to 2040 to ease debt burden
Business

Kenya pushes back SGR loan repayment to 2040 to ease debt burden

Kenya borrowed Sh655 billion ($5.08 billion) from the China Export-Import Bank in the year ending June 2015 for the SGR project, covering the Mombasa-Nairobi section and the subsequent line to Naivasha. Since then, the country has been servicing the loans by paying interest twice annually, in January and July, with the initial maturity ranging between January 2029 and July 2035.

Drivers over 60 to face annual licence renewal with health checks
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Drivers over 60 to face annual licence renewal with health checks

The National Transport and Safety Authority said the new approach is meant to improve safety on the roads by ensuring that drivers in this age bracket are in good health and able to operate vehicles safely. The authority explained that regular medical reviews will help identify conditions that may affect driving ability as people grow older.

TikTok owner ByteDance to sell majority of US operations
Technology

TikTok owner ByteDance to sell majority of US operations

The agreement mirrors a plan first announced in September, when former President Donald Trump delayed a law that threatened to ban TikTok unless it was sold. Oracle, co-founded by Trump supporter Larry Ellison, is expected to license TikTok’s recommendation algorithm under the terms of the deal.

Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o. PHOTO/Citizen Digital
Business

Counties warned as 79 public funds expire, putting programmes at risk

The report shows that several counties continue to operate funds beyond their legal life, exposing them to audits and potential legal action. Section 116 of the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act, 2012, allows counties to set up public funds with approval from the county executive committee and county assembly. According to Regulation 197(1)(i) of the PFM (County Governments) Regulations, 2015, a fund can only last ten years unless formally extended by the county assembly. If not renewed, the funds automatically expire.

SHA appoints more officers to boost payouts
Health and Wellness

SHA appoints more officers to boost payouts

Chairperson Abdi Mohamed said the appointments will be instrumental in optimising the benefits administration and accelerating the processing of claims, reinforcing the Authority’s commitment to transparency and financial protection for all Kenyans.

Okutoyi sisters lead Kenya’s first ITF W35
Sports

Okutoyi sisters lead Kenya’s first ITF W35

Kenya hosts its first ITF W35 women’s tennis event at Parklands Sports Club in Nairobi, giving local players home-court access to higher-ranked opposition and advancing the country’s professional tennis ambitions.

Cabinet approves policy on minorities and marginalised communities
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Cabinet approves policy on minorities and marginalised communities

Speaking during the national commemoration, the President said the policy provides a comprehensive framework to operationalise Article 56 of the Constitution, which mandates affirmative action to ensure representation, protect culture and guarantee equitable access to opportunities for minorities and marginalised groups.

EACC interrogates Nyamira Governor on alleged county fund misuse
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EACC interrogates Nyamira Governor on alleged county fund misuse

Investigators questioned Nyaribo at the EACC’s Nairobi Integrity Centre on Wednesday, recording his statement on claims of irregular procurement and awarding of a Sh382 million contract to Spentech Engineering Limited. The commission alleges the firm received payments exceeding the actual work completed.