The High Court has declared Section 95(1)(b) of the Penal Code unconstitutional, effectively scrapping the offence of creating a disturbance likely to breach the peace. In a significant ruling, Justice Bahati Mwamuye found the provision to be overly broad, vague, and inconsistent with constitutional protections, ordering police and other enforcement …

I&M Bank has announced plans to open nine additional branches across Kenya in 2026 as part of its “Mahali Uko, Tuko” expansion campaign, focusing on fast-growing areas driven by agribusiness, real estate and MSMEs. The new branches will be set up in Ngong Town, Kitengela, Nyahururu, Kitui, Homa Bay, Migori, …

The Kiambu County Government has accused several political leaders of orchestrating a coordinated social media campaign aimed at tarnishing the image of Governor Kimani Wamatangi. In a statement dated February 12, 2026, the Directorate of Communication in the Governor’s Office said it had observed what it described as a sustained …

Senate Speaker Amason Jeffah Kingi has rejected a request by the Council of Governors (CoG) seeking the removal of four senators accused of misconduct during sessions of the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC). In a statement issued on February 9, 2026, the CoG called for the reconstitution of CPAC …

The standoff between the Senate and the Council of Governors (CoG) escalated on Thursday after Senate Speaker Amason Kingi rejected governors’ plans to boycott committee sittings, terming the move unacceptable. As some Senators faced accusations of extortion and intimidation from governors, they pushed back strongly, calling on Inspector General of …

Siaya Governor James Orengo has affirmed that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna continues to hold the position of Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Orengo emphasized that Sifuna is still the officially recognised SG of the party. “As I stand here, the Secretary General of ODM is Senator Edwin …

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has announced February 21 as the cut-off date for registration in its repeat grassroots elections set to take place in 42 counties. The ruling party said the exercise is aimed at reinforcing its local structures and strengthening leadership at the grassroots level. Click here to …

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has expressed his delight over the removal of Edwin Sifuna as Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Speaking on Citizen TV on the evening of February 11, 2026, shortly after ODM’s National Executive Committee (NEC) decided to relieve Sifuna of his duties, …

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has faulted the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) for ousting Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the party’s Secretary General, warning that the decision could cost the party politically. In an interview with Citizen TV, the Wiper legislator argued that removing Sifuna weakens ODM at a time when …

Police have launched investigations following a fire incident that claimed the life of a 96-year-old woman in Githioro, Nakuru County. The deceased, identified as Ngendo Mwangi, was reportedly alone in her house when the blaze erupted in the early hours of Tuesday. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Authorities …