Sifuna's rising star puts Western Kenya's veterans on the defensive
The slogan "Mimi ndiye Sifuna" has become particularly popular among young people, especially Gen Z voters, helping boost his profile beyond his traditional support base.
The slogan "Mimi ndiye Sifuna" has become particularly popular among young people, especially Gen Z voters, helping boost his profile beyond his traditional support base.
The law introduces clear protections for patients, spelling out their rights to safe and quality care, treatment from qualified professionals, informed consent, access to medical information, dignity, fairness, and involvement in treatment decisions.
New official data shows public debt rose by Sh533 billion between December and March, increasing from Sh12.29 trillion to Sh12.83 trillion during the period.
Omenya said the problem is widespread and not limited to a few schools, pointing to a system where safety standards are either weak or poorly enforced across the boarding education sector.
Preliminary checks carried out with relevant authorities pointed to damage within the school compound. Reported destruction included broken window panes in the main hall, library, classrooms and science laboratories, as well as damage to several CCTV cameras.
Despite outlining its mandate, the Council was required to respond to issues highlighted by the Auditor-General. Members of the committee questioned officials over documentation gaps and expenditure matters flagged in the audit, while also seeking clarification on the institution’s financial controls.
The convictions follow a lengthy legal process arising from fraudulent payments made between September 19 and October 7, 2016
Not all lawmakers agreed that boarding schools were solely to blame. Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo said the tragedies reflected wider problems in society and should not be viewed only through the lens of school management.
The United States government has maintained that no exposed citizens will be returned home for treatment.
The project, which involves the establishment of a 50-bed quarantine and treatment facility at an air force base in Nanyuki, has sparked concern among Kenyans who question the country's preparedness to manage a possible Ebola outbreak and safeguard public health.
President Ruto and the First Lady will be formally received at a welcoming ceremony outside the Presidential Palace in Helsinki on June 10 before the two heads of state hold official talks.
The State argued that releasing the suspects now could interfere with the ongoing investigation, especially given the wide public attention the case has attracted and the circulation of CCTV footage linked to the incident.
For the November 2026 series, institutional candidates, including those taking Business Single and Group subjects, will register from July 6 to September 11, 2026.
IEBC also clarified that it will not offer financial support to observers or media practitioners during the electoral process, stating that it "does not pay election observers and media practitioners."
According to PS Mang’eni, the original rollout plan was adjusted after the overwhelming number of applicants led to a shift from phased distribution to a nationwide selection process. The change followed consultations involving President William Ruto and officials from the World Bank.
So far, two patients have recovered and been discharged from treatment centres. However, one death has been recorded since the outbreak was confirmed, adding urgency to ongoing response measures by health teams.
According to the petition, about 242 acres were set aside for the establishment of Kapkagaron Technical Secondary School, while LR No. 6053, measuring 440 acres, was meant to settle squatters who had no land.
The Deputy President said data is an integral part of the socio-economic transformation agenda which makes the core of the government’s development objectives.
The Commission presented its position before the National Assembly Public Petitions Committee during deliberations on Public Petition No. 18 of 2025 concerning road reserve boundaries and protection of ancestral land in Gitei Village, Kiambu County.
Mudavadi warned that the global order is facing significant strain, citing the resurgence of unilateralism, increasing use of sanctions, trade disputes, and the growing militarization of international relations.
The organisation cautioned that the loss of urban green spaces would have far-reaching consequences for biodiversity, climate resilience, public health and citizens’ constitutional right to a clean and healthy environment.
The petition is backed by squatters who say they have historical ties to the area and is rooted in land excisions carried out in 1975 and 1977.
Amollo said lawmakers should not distance themselves from the challenges facing schools, insisting that every institution has a role to play in addressing the crisis.
Senator Methu also accused the government of deliberately isolating communities in the Mount Kenya region and warned against what he described as efforts to divide Kenyans along ethnic lines.
The regulations aim to promote a sustainable charcoal value chain while reducing deforestation and environmental degradation
The Safina Party leader said Kenya’s political scene has long been shaped by catchy slogans that do not always translate into better living conditions, citing the 2022 election as an example of competing narratives between “hustlers” and “dynasties.”
A trip from Nairobi to Nyahururu is priced at Sh1,300 in First Class and Sh600 in Economy. Nairobi to Gilgil passengers will pay Sh960 and Sh450 respectively, while Nairobi to Ol Kalou is set at Sh1,160 and Sh550.
The agency warned that waiting until the end of the application period could slow down verification processes and delay payments, affecting students who depend on timely release of funds to stay in school.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has set July 16, 2026, as the date for the by-election, setting the stage for a contest involving Jubilee, the ruling UDA party and the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).
Associate Professor Murej Mak’Ochieng discusses ODM’s internal debate after Raila Odinga’s death, focusing on “Linda Ground” and “Linda Mwananchi” and whether media narratives reflect speculation or formal restructuring.