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The IEBC currently has no commissioners, a situation that has paralysed key operations and decisions including by-elections.
The court also directed that the police stop using bullets and other draconian measures to quell demonstrations.
Under the revised directive from KEPHIS, fresh produce exporters must obtain a phytosanitary certificate and undergo inspection before exporting their products.
Public health officials over the years expressed concern over the increasing number of unclaimed bodies
As the heartbeat of Nairobi's trading scene, Gikomba represents the city's resilience and resourcefulness.
Wetangula said the committee is required to expeditiously commence consideration of the President's Memorandum, its reservations, and recommendation, and report to the House at the next regular sittin...
According to Article 241 of the Kenyan Constitution, KDF deployment occurs under two main circumstances; To restore peace in any part of Kenya and to support the police in situations of emergency.
President William Ruto during his address to the nation on Wednesday evening, announced that six people lost their lives during the anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests.
A spot check by The Eastleigh Voice on Thursday morning revealed most streets had little activities going on with few commuters spotted.
CBK said the move will intensify competition in the lucrative digital credit industry, providing more options for Kenyans seeking digital loans.
In January this year, the IMF granted Kenya a new loan of more than $941 million (Sh121.9 billion) to help reinforce Kenya's finances.
The Council also expressed gratitude for Ruto's invitation to all stakeholders to unite and engage in discussions to pave the way for a more inclusive and prosperous nation.
This comes shortly after he rejected to assent to the Finance Bill, saying that he heard the cry of citizens who were urging him to drop the bill.
They include the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), the Foreign Press Association Africa (FPAA), the United Nations, and a group of 13 embassies.
He made the announcement in a press briefing on Wednesday, saying he had "conceded".
Wetang'ula said the invasion shook the country to the core, resulting in the loss of lives close to the Parliament precincts.
Some of the businesses along Tom Mboya Street, Ronald Ngala, Moi Avenue and even Luthuli Avenue, remain closed, including several major supermarkets, leaving shoppers to seek alternatives.
Amidst the ongoing turmoil in the country, Parliament has introduced a motion to advance and extend the upcoming recess, initially scheduled for July 12-24.
The grants which will be implemented over three years, are aimed at strengthening interventions against HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria, as well as enhancing health and community systems nationwid...
The Constitution also guarantees the right to a speedy resolution of the arrest by requiring that the arrested person be brought before a court within 24 hours, or by the end of the next court day if...
The President said that he was proud the young people had stepped forward tribeless and peacefully to be counted as he expressed readiness to engage them in issues affecting the country.
Out of the 87,000 uncollected passports, 50,000 alone are from Nairobi.
The Operation of Commercial Service Vehicle Regulations, 2024, targets vehicles weighing 3,048 kilogrammes operating on public roads in Kenya.
Expressing confidence in having the elders on the government payroll, PS Omollo said the resources required are manageable.
The act also says that Parliament shall enact legislation to provide for the grounds on which a member may be recalled and the procedure to be followed.
IPOA noted that besides Masai's death, several other demonstrators and police officers sustained serious injuries during the protests.
Boniface also known as the People's Watchman revealed that the late Rex had his Identity Card, an indication that he knew of the essentials one should carry as they participate in protests.
During the second reading, which began on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, the sponsor moved the bill, which was to be seconded by any member.
The ODM legislator suggested that the Speaker should direct the Inspector General of Police to withdraw the police officers whom he claimed had converted Parliament into what resembles a military inst...
The contractor will close one lane on Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23, 2024, from 9 am to 6 pm both days inclusive.
While responding to Tuesday's protests President William Ruto said Kenyans have a right to demonstrate and at the end of the day decisions have to be made by institutions.
Nairobi has relied on the Koja fire station on Tom Mboya Street, which was built in 1907 and another in the Industrial Area, built in 1957.
Thus far, with pressure from the public to amend the bill and ease the tax burden on the public, the National Assembly Finance and National Planning Committee has dropped several controversial proposa...
Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo appeared before the committee to account for the county's expenditures on bursaries, emergency funds, and funds allocated for youth, women, and people with disabilitie...
The Nairobi County Government also committed to identifying and securing alternative land for future burials.
The Third Reading of the Bill will take place next week on Tuesday, June 25, allowing MPs an opportunity to make the ultimate decision.
The action follows the expiration of the second waiver for land rate penalties and interest, which required owners to settle the principal.
In a June 14 Gazette notice, Ojaamong was appointed chairperson of the NEPAD/APRM Kenya Governing Council.
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah on Tuesday said that the debate will begin on Wednesday and will continue until Thursday.
Among those arrested were Hanifa Adan a reporter at The Eastleigh Voice.
The mobilisers of #OccupyParliament having proper channels to notify the government of the planned protest and having consulted legal experts, show the evolution of demos in the country.
The closure will affect the authority's Nairobi and regional distribution centres beginning July 1st to July 5th.
The National Assembly's Finance and Planning Committee is expected to table their report on the Bill for debate by MPs, after which a vote will be taken on Thursday.
The National Construction Authority stated that the waiver will be subjected to contractors only in five categories.
In her statement, the CJ emphasised that the Judiciary continues to mourn the loss of Kivuti.
Another obstacle hindering the transition away from physical driving licences is the shortage of biometric kits.
Ruto stated that the confrontation, threats, or attacks of any form against judicial officers are unacceptable, criminal, and an affront to the rule of law.
The roads include Kapiti, Aoko, Plainsview, Mwangeka, Sore, Mchumbi, Daidai, Mukenia and Mariakani.
Security measures have been a critical focus at Mama Lucy Hospital to prevent blood theft, which was a significant issue in the past.