Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, William Kabogo, has defended the newly enacted Cyber and Computer Crime Act, stating that it is designed to protect Kenyans from the dangers of cyberbullying, online fraud, and other forms of digital abuse, rather than to limit freedom of expression. His remarks come amid growing criticism from sections of the public who have accused the government of introducing a law that could be used to silence dissent on online platforms. Speaking during an interview, Kabogo described the law as a necessary measure to restore order in Kenya’s expanding digital space. He…
Author: Wambui Wachira
he National Treasury has invited Kenyans to provide feedback on the draft Kenya Sovereign Wealth Fund (KSWF) Bill, 2025, which seeks to establish a structured system for saving and investing national income from natural resources, state asset sales, and other revenue streams. In a notice released on October 24, 2025, the Treasury cited the Constitution’s principles on governance and public finance, urging the public to submit written memoranda on the draft Bill. Submissions can be sent electronically or delivered to the Principal Secretary at the Treasury in Nairobi by November 7, 2025. The draft Bill and guidelines are available on…
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has launched a nationwide rollout of digital smart locks on all examination storage containers to safeguard the credibility of national examinations. The initiative is part of a comprehensive reform strategy aimed at closing loopholes that have historically compromised the integrity of Kenya’s examination process. KNEC Chief Executive Dr David Njeng’ere announced that the smart locks will now be used to secure all containers where national examination papers are stored before distribution. The technology will record and transmit real-time data on the opening and closing of each container. According to Dr Njeng’ere, the system is…
Public health services in Marsabit County have been paralysed for nearly a month as clinical officers continue their strike over unpaid salaries and unfulfilled employment promises. These healthcare workers, represented by the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO), say they have gone three months without pay, leaving them struggling to meet basic needs while hospitals remain deserted. Speaking during a press briefing in Marsabit town, KUCO branch officials described the situation as dire, accusing the County Government of failing to honour agreements meant to end previous strikes. The union’s branch chairperson, Abdishukri Adan, said the officers are now overwhelmed by…
Kenya is mourning the death of veteran broadcaster and long-serving State Master of Ceremonies Sammy Lui, a man whose deep voice and composed presence defined national events for decades. Lui, who was also known as Sammy Lui Wang’ondu, passed away at his home in Subukia, Nakuru County, on Thursday, October 23, 2025, marking the end of a celebrated career that spanned radio, television, and government service. Lui was found dead in his home on Thursday morning. Neighbours said the veteran broadcaster had been living alone and appeared to have passed away peacefully while seated. His body was later moved to…
The government has defended the recently signed Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024, following its assent by President William Ruto on October 15, 2025. The legislation, which has sparked intense public debate, was among seven bills signed into law shortly before the announcement of the death of opposition leader Raila Odinga later that day. Other bills signed include the National Police Service Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024, the Wildlife Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023, the Land (Amendment) Bill, 2022, the National Land Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2023, the Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Privatisation Bill, 2025.…
The 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations officially began on Tuesday across the country, marking a critical academic milestone for thousands of secondary school candidates. Education officials have confirmed that all systems are in place to ensure a smooth, secure, and transparent examination process. According to the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), the exams commenced with oral and practical assessments, which will run until October 27. These include language-based subjects such as French, German, Arabic, and Kenyan Sign Language, as well as performance and practical papers in subjects like Music and Home Science. The written examinations are scheduled…
Kenya has formally initiated extradition proceedings against a British soldier accused of murdering Agnes Wanjiru in 2012, with documents now officially received by UK authorities, signaling a major step forward in the long-delayed case. After years of delay, the process began with the formal transmission of extradition documents to the United Kingdom. Based on the information provided to the court, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) confirmed it had sent the extradition request to the Office of the Attorney General, the main authority responsible for such cases. The Attorney General’s office then dispatched two physical copies and…
The government has launched a massive crackdown on corrupt human resource officers accused of manipulating promotions, payroll records, and tax details in the public service. The move follows a detailed internal audit that uncovered how some officers have been exploiting their positions to enrich themselves while distorting fairness in the civil service. According to the Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, the findings paint a troubling picture of deep-rooted misconduct that has been conducted for years. Officers entrusted with managing personnel records are reported to have altered key details such as dates of birth to help…
As Kenya prepares to roll out the senior secondary transition under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), experts in education, sports, and technical training are raising concerns over the lack of coordination between the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Sports, warning that it could threaten the quality and success of the new system. Peter Kamau, the technical director of Nairobi Mini Games, expressed concern that there remains a “major challenge in aligning training standards between the ministries of Education and Sports.” He explained that the CBC’s success depends on effective collaboration to develop learners’ competencies, particularly in sports and creative…
