Author: Special Correspondent

Members of the public in Nyeri have reacted to a proposed bill that seeks among others the extension of the terms of office for the President and Members of both Houses of Parliament. The Senate has already invited public views on the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2024 that seeks to extend terms for the elected leaders from 5 to 7 years. The Standing Committee on Justice Legal affairs and Human Rights is expected to hold a public hearing forum on the Bill on 25 October at 9.00 am at the Senate Chambers. Those who wish to contribute to the…

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Willy Mutunga, a former Chief Justice of Kenya, is mourning the loss of his son, Athman Mutunga, who passed away on Saturday after a health struggle that involved four surgeries in just two months. The late Mutunga, 50, died at Coptic Hospital in Nairobi, where he was being treated for an undisclosed illness that required multiple surgeries. Chief Justice Martha Koome offered her heartfelt condolences to the Mutunga family, acknowledging the deep sorrow they are facing. “On behalf of the Judiciary family and on my own behalf, I extend our deepest condolences to Emeritus Chief Justice (Rtd) Dr Willy Mutunga…

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Kisumu County government has ordered the temporary closure of all Airbnbs in Kisumu city following a wave of insecurity that has gripped the area. All the short-term rental operators will now register their premises afresh before being issued with new licenses to operate. Kisumu City Manager Abala Wanga said as a requirement for the fresh registration, the premises must be located in a secure neighbourhood, have a visitors’ registration desk, security guards and Close Circuit Television cameras. This, he said targets to monitor operations of the establishments which are believed to accommodate criminals who are terrorising Kisumu residents. All hotels,…

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Nearly 2,000 government employees have been found to possess fake academic certificates, raising serious concerns about integrity in public service, the Director of Ethics and Leadership at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has revealed. FCPA John Lolkoloi said on Tuesday that the authentication exercise, ordered by the Public Service Commission, also established that those with forged academic and professional certificates serve in critical positions such as accountants, lawyers, human resources professionals, and doctors. “You can imagine the repercussions and the danger such individuals pose to society in terms of designing and constructing roads, bridges, buildings, and medical prescriptions as…

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President William Ruto has made a series of new State appointments aimed at improving service delivery within his administration. These appointments were announced in a gazette notice published on Friday, October 4. One of the key changes involves the formation of a Selection Panel tasked with recruiting the Vice-Chairperson and members of the Public Service Commission. The seven-member panel will oversee this process, in line with the law, which requires that the PSC comprise a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and members appointed by the President with the approval of the National Assembly. The individuals appointed to the Selection Panel include Arthur Osiya,…

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It is appalling how Parliament, and the ruling elite in general, did not take home any lessons emerging from the recent Gen Z protests. Though ruthlessly crushed, which in itself is a huge indictment on President Ruto and his regime, the Gen Z protests’ hallmark was an impeachment of Parliament, both the National Assembly, and the Senate. It was a verdict of no confidence on the legislators, who have, on a whole, transformed into a yes bunch for the President, yielding and handing him all his desires on a silver platter, however unpopular and harmful to the masses. To imagine…

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Moi University has been closed indefinitely following a prolonged strike by lecturers and non-teaching staff. In an internal memo dated October 3, 2024 signed by the Vice Chancellor Prof Isaac S. Kosgey, all students at the main campus and affiliated campuses were ordered to vacate university premises immediately. It also directed all students residing in the university halls to vacate immediately; however, international students were asked to liaise with the dean of students for directions. In the Memo, the vice chancellor said the University Senate in a special meeting held on Thursday, October 3, resolved to suspend all learning and…

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Homabay County Commissioner Moses Lilan has cautioned older persons enlisted in the Inua Jamii progamme against marrying again. He told the older person to use their monthly cash transfer stipends wisely to live a dignified life. “Don’t marry, use that money to help you live in dignity for the years that God has given you,” CC Lilan said in a speech read on his behalf by Aaron Koross, Rachuonyo North sub-county Deputy County Commissioner. The county commissioner said marrying at this sunset time would add more stress to oneself, saying the money is meant to “take care of yourself so…

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A total of 31 members of the Kericho County Assembly (MCAs) voted on Wednesday afternoon to impeach Kericho Governor Eric Mutai, accusing him of gross misconduct and abuse of office, among other issues. During the session, 16 MCAs who were in support of the embattled governor were absent for the proceedings, which ignored a court order that had temporarily halted the impeachment. MCAs presented four counts of accusations against Dr Mutai, including gross violation of the constitution, gross violation of national and county laws, abuse of office, and gross misconduct. The motion, tabled last week by Sigowet Ward MCA Kiprotich…

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Police in Mombasa have arrested County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Lands, Urban Planning and Housing in connection with an incident where a 25-year-old blogger was abducted, assaulted and sexually abused. The CECM Mohamed Hussein was arrested while taking lunch with a workmate at a restaurant in the central business district. He was expected to be arraigned at the Shanzu Law Court. Mombasa Chief of Staff Dr Noah Akala said Hussein was picked up by seven officers and after making calls to various authorities they established that he was being grilled at the Regional Police Headquarters. “This is another arrest…

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