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Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa has raised serious concerns over the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act 2024, which President William Ruto signed into law on October 15. The senator has written to Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, urging him to seek an advisory opinion from the courts on the legality of the law and several others signed on the same day. In a strongly worded statement released on October 22, Senator Thang’wa accused President Ruto of breaching the Constitution by assenting to multiple Bills that he claims were never tabled before the Senate as required by law. He stated that out…

High Court Temporarily Halts Implementation of New Cybercrime Laws The High Court has stopped the government from enforcing the new Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024, which was signed into law just last week. Justice Lawrence Mugambi, in a ruling made on Wednesday, October 22, issued temporary (conservatory) orders stopping the enforcement, implementation, and operation of specific sections of the amended law — particularly Section 27(1)(b), (c), and (2). These are the same sections that Parliament had recently amended through a bill introduced in August 2024. The judge made the decision after hearing an urgent petition filed by gospel…

Parliament Denies Receiving Nominations for Cabinet Appointments The National Assembly has dismissed claims that it has received nominations for new Cabinet appointments, saying that a viral letter circulating online is fake and misleading. In a statement issued by the Clerk of the National Assembly, Samuel Njoroge, Parliament distanced itself from the document that appeared to show the House had written to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) seeking clearance for three supposed Cabinet nominees. “The attention of the National Assembly has been drawn to false information circulating on the internet and social media. This includes a fake letter dated October…

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has warned that individuals who mocked Raila Odinga Jr., son of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, on social media will face legal action if they fail to issue a public apology. In a strongly worded statement released on Wednesday, October 22, KNCHR condemned the viral posts and videos that made fun of Raila Jr.’s facial appearance. The commission revealed that it had already identified the social media accounts responsible for spreading the mockery and would expose the individuals behind them if they did not apologise publicly. According to KNCHR, the…

Wetang’ula Sets 3-Month Deadline for Passing Crucial Election Bills National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has announced that Parliament plans to pass at least three important election-related bills within the next three months. Speaking during a meeting with Ed Barnett, the Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at the British High Commission, Wetang’ula said the House leadership had set a strict timeline to fast-track all pending electoral laws. The move aims to ensure that Kenya is well-prepared for the 2027 General Election without the usual last-minute rush to pass key legislation. “Most election-related amendments don’t originate from Parliament, but as House leaders, we…

University Student Collapses and Dies During KDF Recruitment in Bungoma A 22-year-old university student from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) tragically lost his life on Wednesday, October 22, during a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment exercise held in Kabuchai constituency, Bungoma County. According to reports, the young man collapsed while taking part in one of the physically demanding drills that are part of the KDF’s rigorous recruitment process. Witnesses say the student was among several hopefuls who had gathered early in the morning to compete for limited slots in the military. Bungoma County Police Commander confirmed the…

Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, is mourning the passing of his father, Mzee Weston Kirocho Kanja, who died on Tuesday, October 14. However, news about his death only became public nearly a week later, on Monday, October 20. The cause of Mzee Kanja’s death has not been revealed to the public. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) shared the sad news through a post on social media, confirming the passing of Mzee Kanja. In the post, DCI Director Mohamed Amin was seen signing a condolence book at IG Kanja’s residence. The message expressed deep sympathy and support for the…

Kenya Met Warns of Heavy Rains Across Several Regions Starting This Week The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert warning citizens across different parts of the country to prepare for moderate to heavy rainfall expected to begin on Tuesday, October 21, and continue until Monday next week. In its latest weekly forecast released on Tuesday, the department indicated that intense rainfall will affect several regions including the Central Highlands, the Lake Victoria Basin, Western Kenya, the South-eastern Lowlands, and the Rift Valley. According to Kenya Met, counties in the Central Highlands expected to experience rainfall include Nyandarua, Laikipia,…

Government Responds After Kalonzo and Top Ukambani Leaders Missed Ruto’s Mashujaa Day Celebrations The government has spoken out to dismiss claims that senior political figures from the Ukambani region, including Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, were deliberately excluded from the Mashujaa Day celebrations held in Kitui County. The national event took place at Ithookwe Stadium on Monday and was attended by President William Ruto and other top officials. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, speaking during a live phone interview on NTV on Tuesday morning, denied accusations that the government had failed to invite prominent Ukambani leaders such as Kitui Senator Enoch…

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has revealed fresh details about a private meeting that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga held with senior ODM officials just moments before flying out to India. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV on Monday evening, Osotsi disclosed that Raila called for a closed-door meeting at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi, where several top ODM leaders gathered to discuss pressing matters concerning the party’s future. Among the key topics discussed was the much-anticipated ODM at 20 anniversary celebration, which had initially been planned to take place in Mombasa.…