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High-risk counties include Migori, Nyamira, Bungoma, Kakamega, Embu, Murang’a, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kisii, Narok, Kajiado, Makueni, Machakos, Nairobi, Kericho, Bomet, Taita-Taveta, Kitui, Kwale, Mombasa, southern Tana River, and parts of Kilifi.
Authorities have reported that some Kenyans have been misled into joining fighting forces through false job offers. Security agencies warn that unemployed youth, former military personnel, and other vulnerable groups are being targeted with promises of high-paying contracts, only to be sent into conflict zones.
CHADEMA called on the African Union to publicly address Tanzania’s electoral process, back independent investigations into reported violations, condemn the use of treason laws against political opponents, and reiterate that political authority must come from citizens’ freely expressed will rather than fear or coercion.
During submissions filed in court, Obado insisted that criminal convictions must be based on solid facts and not on assumptions, rumours or unverified claims.
Kanja said that the service is targeting to recruit 10,000 police officers every year in order to bridge the current police to population ratio of 1:531 against the United Nations Standard of 1:450, faulting the budgetary limitations, saying it remains a major challenge.
In submissions presented before the Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation led by the Chairperson, Kangogo Bowen (Marakwet East), the stakeholders have called for clearer recognition of county governments in fisheries management, noting that fisheries is a devolved function under the Constitution’s Fourth Schedule.
During his vetting by the National Assembly Labour Committee, Meja said the government plans to streamline recruitment by introducing online interviews to reduce human interference, promote fairness, and improve transparency in the hiring process.
Party leaders, led by Secretary General Richard Ole Kenta, spoke during the official opening of the party’s new county offices in Kisii County on Friday.
In a statement released by his lawyers on Friday, Yoon acknowledged the public impact of his actions, saying he was sorry for the frustration and hardship brought upon citizens by the decree.
The committee will analyse the contents of the agreement, review its legal and financial impact, assess how it may affect the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 budgets, and oversee public participation as required by Article 196 of the Constitution.
The company says the new transaction strengthens liquidity and allows focus on cost efficiencies and production optimisation.
The operation, described by authorities as intelligence-led, marks a significant step in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking and organized crime along the coast.
The conviction was handed down before Justice A.K. Ndungu, following a robust prosecution led by Counsel Lucas Tanui, Jackson Motende, and Esther Kimani.
Kenya Pipeline Company is proceeding with a 65% share sale at Sh9 per share, backed by governance changes, minority protections and regional board roles after key legal petitions were dismissed.
Prosecutors have asked the Milimani High Court to convict former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two co-accused over the 2018 murder of student Sharon Otieno, arguing evidence shows a joint criminal enterprise.
According to the report released on Friday, “in 2024, est. 85 percent of Kakuma refugees, 87 percent in Kalobeyei & 84 percent in Dadaab are multidimensionally poor, experiencing deprivation in at least 1/3 of key wellbeing indicators.”
The proposed rules, developed under the Social Protection Act No.12 of 2025, are expected to streamline how support is planned, delivered and monitored, while ensuring fairness and accountability in reaching vulnerable groups.
Principal Secretary Kello Harsama told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development on Thursday that the department requires Sh28.4 billion to operate efficiently but has been allocated only Sh11.2 billion in the current budget.
Ida's heartfelt reflection momentarily shifted the formal tone of the vetting, revealing the personal dimension behind her public service aspirations. Ida expressed sincere appreciation to President William Samoei Ruto for trusting her with the role of Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
Following careful evaluation, the panel shortlisted 13 candidates for the chairperson role and 109 for the members’ positions. Interviews for the chairperson post are set to begin on March 2, with six candidates scheduled to appear on the first day starting at 10 am.
According to the DCI, the arrests followed actionable intelligence gathered over time, allowing officers to identify and move in on individuals suspected to be at the center of violent and drug-related activities.
Kagwe told lawmakers that the Ministry has been allocated Sh75.49 billion under the 2026 Budget Policy Statement, which accounts for 2.7 percent of the Sh2.8 trillion national budget. He argued that this amount does not match the weight of a sector that drives the economy and supports millions of livelihoods.
Mama Ida explained that her wealth is separate from that of the family of her late husband, Raila Odinga. She made it clear that while she has an interest in some family assets, her declared net worth only reflects what belongs to her personally.
The arrests are part of a coordinated effort across 16 African nations to dismantle the networks behind high-yield investment schemes, mobile money fraud, and fraudulent mobile loan platforms.
KEG described the assault on Odikor, who is a member of the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya, as a clear breach of media freedom, professional conduct and human dignity.
The California-born actor revealed last year that he had been diagnosed with ALS, the most common form of motor neurone disease. In the months that followed, he used his voice to raise awareness about the condition and its impact.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen led the tributes, describing the Society as “our integral partner in advancing the rule of law, accountability, and public order.”
Murkomen said the move comes after a series of incidents where political events were disrupted by teargas, although the National Police Service has denied involvement.
A 23-year-old man is detained for 30 days as DCI homicide and forensic teams probe the alleged premeditated killings of two women in Nyeri and possible links to more cases.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Friday, Dr Njenga said the size of a business should not merely be judged by staff numbers but by the bank account and the opportunity.