The High Court has temporarily stopped the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) from implementing its newly launched instant traffic fines system. In orders issued on Thursday, Justice Bahati Mwamuye granted conservatory orders halting the system’s rollout until a petition filed by lawyer Shadrack Wambui challenging the directive is heard …
Read More »Nyakera Says Kisumu Hotel Suffers Sh50 Million Loss After Suspected Goons Attack
Former Devolution Principal Secretary Irungu Nyakera says his hotel in Kisumu has incurred losses estimated at Sh50 million over the past two months due to alleged vandalism and an ongoing dispute over the property. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday at Fairways Hotel in Kisumu, Nyakera said earlier confrontations linked to …
Read More »Sifuna Says UDA–ODM Agreement Promises Yet to Be Fulfilled
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has criticized the government for allegedly misleading the public about the progress of the 10-point agenda agreed upon between President William Ruto and Raila Odinga, claiming that several commitments in the deal remain unfulfilled. Speaking on Wednesday, Sifuna argued that the committee responsible for monitoring the …
Read More »Ndindi Nyoro Criticises National Infrastructure Fund, Warns of Increased Borrowing
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has opposed the creation of the National Infrastructure Fund, recently approved by President William Ruto, warning that it could lead to increased borrowing instead of supporting sustainable development projects. Speaking during the launch of the new Mwai Kibaki Senior School in Gaturi Ward, Nyoro said Kenya …
Read More »Court Allows Auction of Tuju Properties in Sh4.5 Billion Loan Dispute
The High Court of Kenya has permitted the auction of properties associated with former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju after dismissing a case that sought to block the sale in a long-standing multi-billion shilling loan dispute. In a ruling delivered on March 9, Justice J.W.W. Mong’are struck out an application filed …
Read More »Nine Arrested in Nakuru as Police Target Phone Snatching Syndicates
Police in Nakuru County have arrested nine people during a targeted operation aimed at dismantling networks involved in mobile phone snatching and the trade of stolen devices. The intelligence-led operation, carried out by officers from the National Police Service (NPS), took place at Shoppers Paradise and in the Sokoni area …
Read More »Artists, Creators Invited to Comment on New Copyright Bill
The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has called on members of the public, industry stakeholders, creators, copyright holders, and users of copyrighted content to submit their opinions and written feedback on the Proposed Copyright and Related Rights Bill, 2026. In a public notice released on Tuesday under the Ministry of Youth …
Read More »Unease in LSK as NTSA Introduces Automated Instant Fines System
Concerns have emerged within parts of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) following the introduction of an automated instant fines system by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) targeting traffic offenders. The Instant Fines Management System, which was launched on Monday, March 9, relies on high-definition smart cameras to …
Read More »Babu Owino Proposes Measures to Tackle Flooding in Nairobi
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has suggested several solutions to help address the recurring flooding in Nairobi after heavy rains last Friday left many parts of the city flooded and disrupted transport and business operations. The intense rainfall submerged major roads and residential areas, forcing motorists and pedestrians to move …
Read More »China Exports Surge in First two Months of the Year Despite Trump Tariffs
By: BBC China’s exports surged in the first two months of this year despite trade tensions with the US. Official figures show exports jumped by more than 20% in January and February, which is almost three times the rate predicted by economists. It puts the country on track to top …
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