Head of Station: Courts in Vihiga, western Kenya, grappling with high incidence of land succession, sexual offences
The HOS further expressed concerns over rising cases of sexual offences, especially defilement, which she attributed to harsh economic conditions and lack of sustainable sources of income.
State policy intervention powers rapid Murang’a industry coffee growth leading to increased investment
Kiruru Coffee Factory Chairman, John Karunga, lauded President William Ruto’s support, saying the installation of a solar dryer will significantly reduce losses and improve the quality of coffee produced at the factory.
Airtel Africa customer base shoots to 179.4 million as it prepares for listing on stock market
The group’s revenues of $4.667 billion rose by 24.6 per cent in constant currency and 28.3 per cent in reported currency, as currency appreciation supported the strong underlying business fundamentals.
High Court approves phased duty-free rice imports to bridge current huge national deficit
However, the court noted that the government had demonstrated that imports were necessary to address a national rice deficit and prevent a looming shortage. Justice Muriithi observed that Kenya’s current rice production cannot meet domestic demand, forcing the country to rely heavily on imports to bridge the gap.
Elders in West Pokot warned against using alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to shield child defilers
Kapenguria Law Courts Principal Magistrate (PM) and Head of Station Stellah Telewa emphasised that the children’s court is now fully operational, and all children-related matters will be addressed judiciously.
Men turn up for screening as Kenya intensifies nationwide fight against cervical, prostate cancer
Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni reaffirmed the government’s commitment to expanding cancer awareness, screening and treatment programmes nationwide, saying similar medical camps will continue to be rolled out to ensure no Kenyan is left behind.
Chuka Girls High School in central Kenya closed after parents complain about ‘terrorist principal’
Concerns were also raised over the school’s academic performance. Doreen Odhiambo claimed parents were not officially informed of the school’s 2025 KCSE results, which allegedly dropped from a mean score of 7.2 to 5.7.
Uganda’s 2026vpresidential election sums up how the country evolved from a banana republic 40 years ago to a monstrous garrison
The primary mechanism for circumventing public interest is the transformation of the state into a garrison, where security apparatuses are designed for regime preservation rather than public protection.
World football transfers hit record high with 86,158 international players switching clubs
A record-breaking 86,158 international player transfers were completed in 2025 in both men’s and women’s professional, as well as amateur football, FIFA announced. Clubs’ spending on transfer fees also broke the record with $13.11 billion, over 50 per cent above those of 2024.
Why Jamal Musiala’s return to Bayern Munich’s starting line-up is exciting the Bavarians
While Harry Kane scored the decisive goal in Bayern’s 2-1 victory, which secured second place in the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League phase, Musiala was the player everyone was talking about.
