In his notification, Wetang’ula emphasised that the approval process would adhere strictly to the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, Cap. 7F, and the resolution passed by the House on February 13, which empowers the Speaker to process executive nominations during recess. Read More
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Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Ruku has accepted his nomination as Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programs by President William Ruto. Speaking shortly after accompanying Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on an impromptu inspection of the Kanyuambora Irrigation Project in Mbeere North Constituency, Embu County, Ruku described the nomination as a great
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Reports from South Sudan say that First Vice President Riek Machar has been arrested after an armed convoy led by government officials entered his residence in the capital, Juba. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) early Thursday, March 27 warned that the arrest of Machar could further escalate the conflict in the world’s
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Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu can’t seem to catch a break after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) opposed his fresh attempt to secure bail while awaiting the outcome of his appeal. Waititu was convicted of corruption in February and sentenced to 12 years in prison or a Ksh53 million fine by a magistrate’s court. On March 3, Justice Lucy Njuguna of the High Court’s Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Division rejected his first bail application, dealing a major blow to his legal team. Despite the ruling, Waititu has filed a new bail application, arguing that he should be released as his appeal progresses. His lawyers, led by Kibe Mungai, have also sought permission to amend the application in hopes
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Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has explained why the party is backing former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i as its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election. Speaking during an interview on Monday, March 24, 2025, Kioni revealed that Matiang’i personally expressed interest in running for president, prompting the party to begin laying the groundwork for his national campaign. “Matiang’i just expressed a desire, and it is the work of the party to market its candidate across the country,” Kioni stated. He emphasized that a party of Jubilee’s stature needs a clear presidential contender to remain politically relevant. “As
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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has launched a nationwide inspection of all banks to assess their compliance with the implementation of Risk-Based Credit Pricing (RBCP) models. This move aims to ensure that banks price loans based on individual borrower risk rather than applying a uniform approach. CBK Governor Kamau Thugge informed the National Assembly Finance Committee that any violations identified during the onsite inspections would result in enforcement and administrative actions as outlined in banking sector laws and regulations. Speaking before the committee, chaired by Molo MP Kuria Kimani, Thugge explained that the RBCP model was introduced as part
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Komora Mubadi Jilo, a candidate for the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) chairman position, collapsed and died while waiting for his interview on Tuesday, March 25. The tragic incident occurred at the Public Service Commission (PSC) offices on Harambee Avenue, where Jilo and four other candidates were set to appear before the selection panel. Authorities have yet to determine the cause of his death. His body was taken to the mortuary, where an autopsy will be performed to establish the cause. The interviews for the NPSC chairperson position began on Monday, March 24, and concluded the following day. Among the
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A Nairobi police officer is under investigation for allegedly firing his weapon at a colleague in a heated confrontation over a romantic dispute. According to a police report dated Tuesday, March 26, the altercation unfolded just after 2 a.m. at Joiners Grill and Lodge bar. Police Constable Piro Mwarsho of Kamukunji Police Station was on patrol in the Muthurwa area around 2:20 a.m. with colleagues PC Jin Ouma and PC Bernard Muroti, both from Muthurwa Police Post. PC Mwarsho then stopped by the bar to retrieve his phone, which had been charging. While there, he encountered Police Constable Emmanuel Juma,
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Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has responded to President William Ruto, who recently labeled him as incompetent during his tenure as Attorney General. Ruto made the comments on Tuesday during an Iftar dinner at State House, criticizing Muturi for allegedly delaying the rollout of the Muslim Endowment Fund (Waqf)—a financial initiative proposed by Muslim leaders. Waqf is an Islamic endowment system in which assets are dedicated for religious or charitable purposes and managed by a designated commission. “I agree with you that the Muslim Endowment Fund has taken too long. There is no reason. I had a problem with the AG
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