Property fraud: Cecil Miller leads push to halt proceedings in high-stakes appeal pending Supreme Court certification

Property fraud: Cecil Miller leads push to halt proceedings in high-stakes appeal pending Supreme Court certification

Responding, Ms Sheila Ndiho for the fourth respondent opposed the adjournment, maintaining that service had been properly effected using the same communication channels. She argued that the objection raised by the respondents was a delay tactic.

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Kenyan coffee farmers position themselves to cash in on China’s zero-tariff to raise trade volumes

Kenyan coffee farmers position themselves to cash in on China’s zero-tariff to raise trade volumes

The benefits are expected to extend beyond export volumes. As Chinese consumers diversify their preferences – from traditional brews to capsules and cold drinks – rising demand is likely to create positive ripple effects along the value chain, ultimately benefiting smallholder farmers, according to Musau.

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Suspicion of state complicity in Osotsi assault case emerge as doubts arise on how supposed riffraffs could afford stiff $7,800 bail terms

Suspicion of state complicity in Osotsi assault case emerge as doubts arise on how supposed riffraffs could afford stiff $7,800 bail terms

The court directed that the matter proceeds to a pre-trial conference on May 6, 2026, setting the stage for a full hearing of the case. The charges stem from an incident in which Senator Osotsi was attacked by goons at a cafe in Kisumu, a development that sparked public outcry and heightened political fears state-attention in the region.

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TVET graduands will no longer wear gowns to distinguish between academic and technical qualification – PS

TVET graduands will no longer wear gowns to distinguish between academic and technical qualification – PS

Principal Secretary for Department of TVETs Esther Muoria has instructed all TVETs to design appropriate academic attire that matches each of technical disciplines offered in the respective institutions.

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‘We cannot stop what has not started’, Oburu denies standoff in troubled coalition talks between ODM and President Ruto ruling UDA

‘We cannot stop what has not started’, Oburu denies standoff in troubled coalition talks between ODM and President Ruto ruling UDA

Dr Oburu Odinga explained that zoning, if eventually adopted, would only apply to coalition partners and not within ODM, where members will still face competitive nominations.

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Ministry of health announces inclusion of haemophilia in Kenya’s Social Health Authority cover  

Ministry of health announces inclusion of haemophilia in Kenya’s Social Health Authority cover  

Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga, speaking during the World Haemophilia Day commemoration at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), held in collaboration with the Kenya Haemophilia Association, said ongoing health reforms are now shifting focus from enrolment to addressing service delivery gaps, particularly hospital payments and access to care.

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Kenya hosts African negotiators in capital to strengthen continent’s position on climate justice

Kenya hosts African negotiators in capital to strengthen continent’s position on climate justice

Nana Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, chairman of the African Group of Negotiators Experts Support, said the discussions would prioritise agriculture, food security, gender equality and climate finance.

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State resets gold and granite industries in Vihiga County, western Kenya, as region turns to mining for economic growth

State resets gold and granite industries in Vihiga County, western Kenya, as region turns to mining for economic growth

Progress on Planet Gold Programme was also reviewed with county and national government officials noting significant milestones achieved so far.

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Kenya to spend $35.5 million to improve security and resources conservation on Lake Victoria

Kenya to spend $35.5 million to improve security and resources conservation on Lake Victoria

To improve safety, the government is rolling-out a program to make life jackets more affordable. Currently costing between Ksh2,000 and Ksh3,000, the jackets remain out of reach for many fishermen. Through a youth empowerment initiative, about 400 youths will be trained in tailoring and specialized life jacket production, with the aim of reducing prices to around Ksh1,500.

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Kenya’s record fuel hike is the trigger consumers needed to inflame muted anger as Middle East crisis bites – analysts

Kenya’s record fuel hike is the trigger consumers needed to inflame muted anger as Middle East crisis bites – analysts

On Tuesday, the country’s energy regulator raised the prices of super petrol and diesel by record margins of Ksh28.69 (about $0.22) per litre and Ksh40.3 per litre, respectively. The effects were immediate. In the public transport sector, operators, commonly known as matatus, raised fares by about 25 percent overnight.

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