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Former Kenya Navy Commander Aboud Abdallah Awadh Rafraouf Dies Former Commander of the Kenya Navy, Aboud Abdallah Awadh Rafraouf, has passed away, bringing to an end the life of a military officer remembered for his long service and dedication to the country. His death was confirmed on Sunday, February 15, by former Mombasa Senator Hassan Omar. According to the statement, the retired commander died on Saturday, February 14. Details surrounding his death have not yet been made public, and the cause of his passing remains unclear. As of now, no official communication has been issued giving further information about the…

EPRA Announces New Fuel Prices as Kenyans Get Relief at the Pump Kenyans have received some welcome news after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced a reduction in fuel prices, offering relief to motorists and households struggling with the high cost of living. The announcement was made on Saturday, February 14, following the regulator’s latest monthly fuel price review. In the new pricing schedule, the regulator reduced the price of Super Petrol by Ksh4.24 per litre, Diesel by Ksh3.93, and Kerosene by Ksh1.00. Following these adjustments, Super Petrol will now retail at Ksh178.28 per litre, Diesel at Ksh166.54,…

Government Announces Auction of Uncollected Vehicles and Goods Across Kenya Police have announced plans to auction a number of uncollected vehicles and other items across the country after owners failed to claim their property despite several notices and reminders. The planned auctions, which were officially announced through the Kenya Gazette on February 13, give owners a final opportunity to recover their vehicles by clearing storage fees and other accumulated charges before the items are sold to the highest bidders. According to the notice, vehicle owners were given between seven and thirty days to come forward and reclaim their property. Authorities…

Former Police Boss Jailed for Life After High Court Convicts Him in Murder Case The High Court has sentenced former senior police officer Yunus Athman to life imprisonment after finding him guilty of murdering a young man in a case that has drawn widespread public attention across the country. The judgment brings to an end a long legal process that began after the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Mbaraka Maitha Omar in 2018 at Mwenza Village in Likoni, Mombasa. The court heard that Athman, who was serving as the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) in Likoni at the time, used excessive and…

President Ruto and Cabinet Secretaries Announce New Appointments and Reappointments in State Agencies President William Ruto, together with his Cabinet Secretaries, has announced a fresh round of appointments and reappointments across several government agencies, in a move aimed at maintaining stability and continuity within key public institutions. The changes were officially communicated through a notice published in the Kenya Gazette dated February 13, 2026. The latest appointments largely focus on retaining experienced leaders in strategic positions, allowing ongoing projects and policy frameworks to continue without disruption. Government officials indicated that maintaining institutional memory is important, especially at a time when…

Ruto to Travel to Ethiopia for Key African Union Summit President William Ruto is expected to travel to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Friday afternoon to take part in the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly. The high-level meeting brings together African leaders at a time when the continent is facing changing global economic conditions and growing geopolitical uncertainty. The summit is expected to focus on setting Africa’s development priorities while accelerating the implementation of Agenda 2063, the long-term blueprint for the continent’s growth and transformation. State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed confirmed that the President’s visit will centre on…

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has received temporary relief after the High Court blocked efforts to remove him from his position as Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). In a ruling delivered on Thursday, February 12, the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal ordered the immediate suspension of any action aimed at formalising Sifuna’s removal. The tribunal specifically stopped the gazettement of the decision, meaning the move cannot be made official until the matter is fully heard and determined. In its decision, the tribunal directed that, pending the hearing of the application, there should be a stay on the implementation of…

Man intercepted after rushing toward President Ruto in Wajir A brief security scare occurred in Wajir County after a man suddenly rushed toward President William Ruto while he was addressing a public gathering, prompting a swift response from his security team. The incident took place during the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, where the President was presiding over the disbursement of youth funds and addressing residents at a public event. According to multiple reports, the man emerged from behind or within the crowd and ran toward the podium while the President was speaking. Security officers, including close protection…

“Why Are You Gay?” Young Man Beaten in Nairobi CBD After Placard Stunt Sparks Angry Reaction A young man who attracted attention in Nairobi’s Central Business District after holding a placard asking Nairobi County official Geoffrey Mosiria to be his wife was reportedly beaten by an angry crowd, sparking debate online about mob justice, public stunts, and social attitudes in Kenya. The incident happened in the busy streets of Nairobi, where the young content creator, popularly known as Sky Bwoy and identified as Johnstone Muhanji, was seen carrying a handwritten placard that read, “Geoffrey Mosiria, please be my wife.” The…

Oburu Oginga Clarifies ODM’s Position on Deputy President’s Seat Amid Ongoing UDA Talks Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga has moved to clarify the party’s position regarding ongoing political engagements with President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), stating that ODM is indeed interested in the deputy president’s position as part of any future political arrangement. He explained that his earlier remarks had been misunderstood and stressed that the party’s position is not driven by personal differences with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. Speaking during recent political events, Oburu said ODM’s focus remains on securing elective positions…