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The Ministry of Transport has officially announced new changes to the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) Act, aimed at giving the Authority more authority and oversight. These changes are designed to raise the standards of how NTSA operates and improve road safety across the country. Transport Cabinet Secretary (CS) Davis Chirchir made the announcement on Wednesday, confirming that new penalties would be introduced for drivers who fail to follow the rules. Under the proposed rules, motorists who break traffic laws could face serious consequences, including the suspension or permanent cancellation of their driving licences. In a gazette notice issued…

Busia Senator and human rights activist Okiya Omtatah has made serious allegations against both President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta, claiming they were involved in looting public funds amounting to Ksh7 trillion. According to Omtatah, this massive theft goes against the laws of the country and shows a deep disregard for the Constitution. Speaking during an interview on K24 on Thursday morning, Omtatah accused President Ruto of disregarding Parliament’s role in major financial decisions like public borrowing. He argued that the Head of State has been striking financial deals without seeking approval from Parliament, which is mandated by…

Police Urge CBD Shop Owners to Report to Station After Laptops Stolen During Protests The National Police Service (NPS) has made a public appeal to shop owners in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) whose businesses were broken into and laptops stolen during recent protests. Authorities are asking affected shop owners to visit the Central Police Station to help identify some of the items that were recovered. Speaking during a press briefing held on Wednesday afternoon, Police Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga revealed that police officers managed to recover four laptops during the chaos that erupted in Nairobi on Tuesday. The laptops were…

Relief for County Workers as Parliament Agrees on New Ksh415 Billion Allocation County government workers and contractors across Kenya have a reason to celebrate after lawmakers from both the Senate and the National Assembly struck a long-awaited deal on the allocation of funds to counties. A mediation committee, made up of members from both Houses of Parliament, finally agreed on a Ksh415 billion allocation for the County Equitable Share, putting an end to the prolonged standoff that had delayed the release of critical county funds. This new agreement follows weeks of back-and-forth between the two chambers of Parliament. Two weeks…

The Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Nairobi Central Police Station, Samson Talaam, has been ordered to remain in custody for 15 more days. This decision was made to give police investigators enough time to continue looking into the mysterious death of blogger Albert Ojwang, who died while being held in police custody. Talaam was arrested on June 13 in Eldoret after being identified as the key suspect in Ojwang’s death. According to the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), several witnesses came forward and directly implicated Talaam in the case during their investigations. During the court session held on Wednesday, June…

Maraga Declares 2027 Presidential Bid as ‘Gen Z Candidate’ Former Chief Justice David Maraga has officially announced his intention to run for president in the 2027 General Elections, positioning himself as the Gen Z presidential candidate. Speaking during an interview with NTV on Wednesday night, Maraga said his decision to enter politics was driven by the desire to mentor young people and guide the next generation of leaders. “Yes, I am the Gen Z presidential candidate. I have children, and many people in this country also have children. We have a duty to mentor the youth so that they are…

Police Officer Shot Dead in Thika During Motorcycle Inspection Incident A police officer was shot and killed by a suspected thug riding a motorbike in the Cravers area of Thika on Wednesday, sparking fear and shock among local residents. The tragic incident took place during what was believed to be a routine inspection of motorcycles in the area. The officer, who was dressed in plain clothes, was reportedly conducting checks when the situation suddenly turned deadly. The slain officer, who held the rank of constable and was attached to the Special Police Investigations Unit (SPIV), had stopped a motorcycle rider…

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has revealed new plans to upgrade its electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) as part of a larger strategy to boost tax collection and ensure more businesses comply with tax laws. KRA believes that improving the eTIMS platform is one of its strongest tools in raising more revenue. The system upgrades have already helped the authority collect more taxes, particularly in Value Added Tax (VAT), which is a major source of government income. While speaking during the African Development Bank’s VAT Digitization Seminar in Nairobi, George Obell, the Commissioner for Medium and Small Taxpayers, said…

Nairobi Police Boss Outlines Measures for June 25 Protests, Promises Safety Kenyans planning to participate in the upcoming demonstrations on Wednesday, June 25, have been assured of their safety by the police. Nairobi Regional Police Commander George Sedah stated that the police service has made comprehensive arrangements to ensure that all citizens are protected during the protests. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, June 18, Sedah said that the security team had already put in place what he described as “enhanced plans” in preparation for the day. He stressed that the police are committed to maintaining law and order and…

Fresh Protests Target Governor Sakaja After Goons Cause Chaos in Nairobi CBD Angry Kenyans gathered outside Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) on Wednesday, June 18, to demand the immediate resignation of Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja. The protests erupted following claims that Sakaja was linked to violent gangs who attacked peaceful demonstrators during a protest on Tuesday, June 17. According to a video seen by Newshub.co.ke, a large crowd of residents was seen demonstrating outside the hospital, loudly chanting, “Sakaja must go.” The demonstrators accused the governor of enabling or turning a blind eye to the goons who caused destruction and harm…