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School principals face MPs in new push for accountability
According to the National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education, the first hearings will involve Category C1 schools, formerly national schools, because they receive government capitation, collect fees from thousands of learners and oversee infrastructure projects worth millions of shillings.
HELB faces Sh57.65 billion funding gap as student loan demand surges
HELB has warned Parliament that Kenya’s student financing programme is likely to face a projected Sh57.65 billion deficit in FY2026/27, citing demand under the Student-Centred Funding Model that exceeds available budget allocations.
DCP's first National Assembly seat sparks wave of congratulations
In a statement issued on Thursday before declaration of the results, Gachagua said the victory reflected the will of the people and secured the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) its first seat in the National Assembly
New EACC rules put civil servants’ family wealth under scrutiny
One of the biggest changes requires public officers to declare the financial details of their spouses, including those they have separated from.
I cannot fail the people, says Sammy Waweru after historic Ol Kalou triumph
Addressing supporters after he was declared the winner, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) candidate first thanked God, saying the journey to Parliament had only been possible through divine favour despite the obstacles he encountered.
Ol Kalou vote ends UDA's Grip on parliamentary by-elections
Since the 2022 General Election, UDA had successfully defended or captured several seats through by-elections, while opposition parties repeatedly fell short despite mounting spirited campaigns.
DCP's Sammy Waweru sweeps Ol Kalou by-election in landslide win
The wide margin handed DCP its first parliamentary seat since the party was formed and dealt President William Ruto's UDA a major political blow in a contest widely viewed as a key test of political support in the Mt Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.
High court freezes plans to place IPOA under Interior Ministry
IPOA is the civilian body mandated to oversee the National Police Service. It investigates complaints against police officers, keeps watch over police operations and promotes accountability within the service.
DCP’s Waweru opens wide gap in Ol Kalou By-election as IEBC tallies results
According to the provisional results received from at least 96 of the 114 polling stations, Waweru had garnered more than 10,000 votes against Muchina’s about 2,000.
Falklands Island row reignited in Argentina vs England semi final match
Without fear, they celebrated while holding a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas", which translates as "The Falklands are Argentine," and now risk a fine that was imposed to them back in 2014, when the Argentine Football Association was fined £20,000 after its players held up a banner with the same message before a friendly against Slovenia.
Bellingham slap on an Argentine player, could see him suspended against France
Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, who was on commentary duty for BBC Radio 5 Live during the match, criticised Barco's conduct after the final whistle, describing his actions as "probably the worst example of sportsmanship we've seen at this World Cup".
IEBC condemns Ol Kalou poll violence, warns perpetrators will face action
The electoral body said it was working with security agencies to identify those behind the incidents and ensure the affected areas remain calm.
Starlets set sights on WAFCON semis as Odemba names final squad
The Starlets left the country for Miramas, France, on Wednesday, where they will hold a short training camp before travelling to Morocco on July 23 ahead of the tournament, which runs from July 25 to August 16.
MCK demands action after journalists assaulted during Ol Kalou by-election
The media regulator said the incidents were meant to intimidate journalists who were carrying out their professional duties and create fear among media workers covering electoral activities.
Kenya Prisons ready for KPC test in Friday league final
Speaking exclusively to Radio Generation during the team's final training session at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, Barasa admitted KPC remain one of the strongest teams in the country and across the continent but said Kenya Prisons are determined to reclaim the title they last lifted in 2021.
Murkomen: Anyone behind Ol Kalou chaos will face the law
Speaking in Trans Nzoia County after addressing the County Assembly and presiding over the official opening of the Wellness and Committee Services Centre, the CS said the government would not allow election-related violence to go unpunished.
Senators cry foul over Sifuna ouster, accuse State House of meddling
OOsotsi faulted the Senate Speaker for announcing the changes despite what he described as procedural flaws and argued that Azimio coalition principals should have been consulted before any leadership changes were effected.
All eyes on Ol Kalou as IEBC begins counting votes
The exercise is now taking place at polling stations across the constituency under the watch of candidates' agents, accredited observers and the media before results are forwarded for constituency tallying.
Muturi calls for urgent probe into mobile-money bribery allegations in Ol Kalou by-election
In a statement issued on Thursday, Muturi urged IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon and law enforcement agencies to immediately investigate allegations that voters had received cash through mobile money platforms in what he described as possible electoral bribery.
SHA introduces new claim rules for children under alternative care
In a notice issued on Thursday, SHA said the new guidelines are intended to standardise claims processing while ensuring eligible children continue accessing healthcare services without unnecessary interruptions.
CJ Koome sets one-year appeal target as Gatembu takes over Court of Appeal
Speaking during Justice Gatembu's installation as President of the Court of Appeal on Thursday, Koome said the judiciary had made significant strides in expanding access to appellate justice but warned that the growing backlog of cases remained one of its biggest challenges.
IEBC: Ol Kalou voter turnout stands at 38.2% by 1pm
IEBC said the vote counting process would begin immediately after polling closed at 5 pm, with presiding officers opening ballot boxes and counting votes at polling stations in full view of agents, observers and the media.
Stay at polling stations, Malala tells DCP supporters ahead of Ol Kalou tally
The DCP Deputy Party leader also declared that the party was confident of victory, saying its candidate, Sammy Kamau Ngotho, had won the race despite the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) yet to release any official results.
The job is now yours! Sifuna tells Senator Oketch after Deputy Whip ouster
The Nairobi Senator also wished Eddy Oketch well in his new role, recalling their previous interactions in the House with a light-hearted remark that drew attention to one of the Deputy Whip's key responsibilities.
Gachagua alleges plot to disrupt Ol Kalou by-election, demands police action
The DCP leader called on the Inspector General of Police to act immediately, urged election observers and the media to closely monitor the exercise, and warned against any attempts to undermine the integrity of the poll