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Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy has recorded its 100th mountain bongo birth under a long-running breeding and rewilding programme, a key step in efforts to save the critically endangered species in Kenya.
Oduol made the declaration while hosting religious leaders from Alego Usonga constituency at his rural home in Hawinga village. During the meeting, he said his decision was informed by disappointment with how the county has been run and the failure to deliver key services to residents.
Treasury CS John Mbadi said the allocation represents 21.87 per cent of the most recent audited and approved national revenue, as provided under Articles 203 (2) and (3) of the constitution.
Kenya has launched its first post-mining land use and closure advisory report in Kwale County, setting national standards for mine closure, land rehabilitation and royalty sharing for communities and counties.
At the centre of his demands is a complete shake-up of the IEBC secretariat, with Kanchory calling for the removal of senior officials whom he accused of undermining confidence in the electoral body.
Without mentioning names, Oburu appeared to respond directly to Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, who has openly called for an NDC, saying ODM is in safe hands and that his long involvement in senior party engagements places him in a strong position to lead.
The petition, filed by Eliud Karanja Matindi at the Nairobi High Court, claims the elevation process ignored public participation and lacked transparency, operating without clear rules.
The ceremony, organised by Guinea’s Ministry of Culture, took place on Friday at a newly opened garden on the outskirts of the capital. It was part of an ongoing regional movement to encourage members of the African diaspora to reconnect with their heritage and explore investment opportunities in Africa.
IEBC emphasized that Continuous Voter Registration is a vital part of Kenya’s election framework, allowing citizens who have turned 18, moved to a new area, or need to correct their personal details to be included on the voters’ roll.
City Hall announced that the contractor will be responsible for collecting waste and transporting it to a centralised processing plant, which will have the capacity to handle 3,200 tonnes daily.
The authority is enforcing a legal requirement that bars school buses from traveling between 6 pm and 6 am, a rule first introduced under the Traffic (Amendment) Act of 2017.
After voting, President Ruto stressed the value of strong grassroots leadership, saying, “Credible internal elections are critical to strengthening the party ahead of future political engagements and to ensuring that leaders remain accountable to members at the lowest levels.”
In the latest appointments, Bishop Stephen Mairori has been re-appointed as Non-Executive Chairperson of the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse for a three-year term starting January 20, 2026.
According to KWS, the Mountain Search and Rescue Unit was activated immediately after receiving the missing person report. The operation involved experienced rangers and rescue officers who conducted both aerial surveillance and ground patrols across the mountain.
Northern Kenya and parts of the Eastern region have experienced recurrent droughts in recent years, with forecasts indicating that below-average rainfall may persist in some counties through early 2026.
Counties expected to experience rainfall include Siaya, Kisumu, Homabay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Trans Nzoia, Baringo, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Nakuru, Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia, and West Pokot.
The petition focuses on the collapse of a 12-storey mixed-use building under construction in South C, Nairobi, on January 2, 2026. The project, developed by Abyan Consulting Limited, left at least two people trapped and one injured.
Investigators established that the forged documents appeared genuine, leading many victims to believe their employment had been secured. In their desperation, some borrowed money, disposed of property, or emptied their savings to meet the demands, with total losses now estimated at more than Sh40 million.
The law requires the Supreme Court to submit a new representative to the Commission within 21 days whenever a vacancy arises.
Among those shortlisted are well-known figures in the legal sector, including Independent Policing Oversight Authority chairperson Ahmed Isaack Hassan, High Court judge Chacha Mwita and senior advocate Katwa Kigen.
IEBC said only eligible organisations will be considered and that all applications must be submitted through its online platform.
In a statement issued on January 9, 2026, the agency said it is actively pursuing Timothy Njeru Wanjuki, the director and sole shareholder of East Africa Motors Limited, over multiple fraud cases involving obtaining money by false pretences.
Houghton said remaining on the panel after the court ruling would amount to “normalising an arrangement that the Court has expressly found to be unconstitutional” and would weaken the role and independence of the KNCHR.
The group also acknowledged the impact on businesses, particularly noting those who suffered losses due to road closures, and assured them of solidarity in recovery.
The freeze in funding is affecting critical sectors, including energy, social welfare, and oversight agencies, slowing down both planned initiatives and ongoing programmes.
The programme combines business start-up capital, savings, skills certification, and training on government procurement, forming a key part of the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.
According to the statement, President William Ruto has already acted on the decision through Special Gazette Notice No. 259 dated January 5, 2025. The panel noted that this step demonstrates “the President’s strong commitment to the rule of law, constitutionalism, and respecting the authority and mandate of the Judiciary.”
The 34-year-old "Trap Queen" rapper is no longer in custody, having been transferred to community confinement on Jan. 7, a spokesperson for the U.S.
TSC Chief Executive Officer Eveleen Mitei said all teachers set to receive the first cohort of Grade 10 learners are trained and equipped to deliver the senior school curriculum under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework.
Education CS Julius Ogamba said 270,000 candidates qualified for direct university entry after attaining grade C+ and above.