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  Aladwa stated that his delegates’ success in securing most of the grassroots seats during elections held on Wednesday gives him confidence in clinching the seat. Read More

  The nominee now awaits Senate approval before being sworn into the vacant post. Read More

  Sheinbaum responded quickly that she had reiterated Mexico’s position was not to close borders, but to address migration while respecting human rights. Read More

  Several of Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees and picks for his White House team have been targeted by bomb threats. The FBI said it was aware of “numerous bomb threats” as well as “swatting incidents”, in which hoax calls are made to attract a police response to the target’s home. Threats were made against at least Read More

  Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana has withdrawn the Religious Organizations Bill, which sought to impose strict regulations on churches and other religious groups. Mungatana, who sponsored the bill and previously chaired the Senate Taskforce on the Shakahola Massacre, explained that the decision followed extensive consultations with religious leaders across the country. “We confirm that we have written to the Speaker to withdraw the bill. This decision is not related to the ongoing criminal cases involving Mackenzie and others,” Mungatana said. RELATED – Religious Bill Proposes Heavy Fines, Prison Time for Miracle Workers The senator was accompanied by leaders from 26
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  A court has scheduled December 18, 2024, for the hearing of a case challenging the Kenyan government’s directive requiring passengers to declare the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of their mobile devices. The petition, filed by Katiba Institute, opposes the Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) policy, which aims to curb the rise of unregistered mobile devices evading tax and safety regulations. The policy is set to take effect on January 1, 2025. Last Friday, the High Court issued conservatory orders, temporarily halting the government’s enforcement of the policy until the petition is resolved. Katiba Institute argues that the mandatory disclosure
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  A bar attendant is undergoing treatment for a serious bullet wound after a senior police officer allegedly mishandled his firearm at a bar in Kapcherany Trading Centre, Bomet County, on the night of Tuesday, November 26, 2024. The Officer Commanding Station (OCS) from Trans Nzoia County was reportedly demonstrating the weapon’s operation to a drinking companion when the firearm discharged, striking the bar attendant in the stomach. The injured attendant was quickly rushed to Litein Hospital for medical treatment. Confirming the bizarre incident, Bomet County Deputy Police Commandant Jamleck Ngaruiya said that officers from Kapletundo Police Station responded promptly, secured
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  Authorities arrested 24 Kenyans during a major cybercrime crackdown across multiple African countries, targeting sophisticated online criminals. The operation, named Operation Serengeti, was led by the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) in partnership with Afripol. Interpol identified Kenya as one of 19 African countries with high levels of cybercrime activity. In a statement, Interpol revealed that the operation uncovered a massive fraud case involving the theft of USD 8.6 million (about Ksh 1.1 billion). The funds were stolen through fraudulent scripts that altered banking system security protocols. The criminals then redistributed the money via SWIFT, moving it to companies in
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  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials have started their second round of inspections in Kenya to evaluate the country’s preparedness for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). This visit focuses on stadiums, training facilities, and infrastructure critical to the successful hosting of the tournament. The CAF delegation arrived in Kenya on the morning of Wednesday, November 27, 2024, kicking off their inspection at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). As a primary hub for international arrivals, JKIA plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth logistics for players, officials, and fans. Key facilities under assessment during this visit include the Moi
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  The government has addressed concerns regarding the SHA payment system, explaining why health tax deductions are not processed through the official government paybill. Gerald Bitok, Director of Public Communication at State House, clarified that the decision to deposit funds directly into the Social Health Authority (SHA) account is due to the urgent need for health funding. This method allows SHA immediate access to funds, ensuring timely payments to service providers. “The reason SHA payments bypass the National Government’s consolidated Paybill (222222) is because health financing is critically important,” Bitok stated. “By collecting member contributions directly into the Social Health Authority,
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