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NTSA Rolls Out New Vehicle Inspection Rules

Patricia Waigwa June 30, 2026

The National Transport and Safety Authority formally rolls out mandatory annual motor vehicle inspections on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Specifically, this introduces sweeping changes under the newly implemented Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules 2026. Furthermore, the regulations require

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Lawyer Seeks to Stop NTSA’s New Inspection Rules

Patricia Waigwa June 29, 2026

Constitutional lawyer Charles Mugane petitioned the High Court to halt the Traffic Motor Vehicle Inspection Rules 2026 introduced by the National Transport and Safety Authority. Specifically, the new regulations, scheduled to roll out nationwide on July 1, 2026, mandate strict annual safety checks for private motor vehicles older than four years, alongside commercial,

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KMD Issues Five-Day Weather Alert for 20 Counties Until June 30

Patricia Waigwa June 28, 2026

The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued a five-day weather advisory warning of afternoon showers and thunderstorms across 20 counties from Friday, June 26, to Tuesday, June 30, 2026. While most parts of the country will remain dry, western Kenya, the Rift Valley, and sections of the Central Highlands should prepare for wet conditions, chilly […]

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Police Investigate Officers Who Dragged Disabled Activist

Patricia Waigwa June 27, 2026

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja directed the Internal Affairs Unit to complete a thorough investigation within seven days following the violent arrest of a disabled human rights activist during the June 25, 2026 Gen Z memorial protests in Nakuru City. Specifically, a viral video captured heavily armed officers forcefully arresting James Thuku Mbugua, a […]

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KHRC Raises Alarm Over Missing June 25 Protesters

Patricia Waigwa June 27, 2026

On June 27, 2026, the Kenya Human Rights Commission updated its report to confirm that five of the six missing activists have been found alive. Specifically, the individuals were arrested by police during the June 25, 2026 protest commemorations near Parliament and were initially detained at the Central Police Station. Furthermore, one protester, activist Davis […]

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Court Orders Mental Assessment for Eight Utumishi Girls Students

Patricia Waigwa June 26, 2026

The Nairobi High Court has ordered eight Utumishi Girls Academy students to undergo a mental assessment at Mathari Mental Hospital. The evaluation will take place on Monday, June 29, 2026. It will determine whether they are fit to stand trial. The students face 16 murder charges each following the tragic dormitory fire at the school […]

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Parliament Passes Kenyan Sign Language Bill

Patricia Waigwa June 26, 2026

The National Assembly has passed the Kenyan Sign Language Bill 2023, marking a monumental milestone for disability rights and accessibility across the country. Specifically, the legislation builds directly on constitutional provisions recognising Kenyan Sign Language as an official language. Furthermore, the law bridges the gap between constitutional theory and everyday

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Ruto Makes History as First Kenyan President to Visit Madagascar

Patricia Waigwa June 26, 2026

On June 26, 2026, President William Ruto made history by becoming the first Kenyan Head of State to visit Madagascar since both countries gained independence. Specifically, the state visit marks a significant diplomatic milestone, coming on the heels of an extensive international tour that included Belgium, Finland and the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Évian, France. […]

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Government Releases KSh4.2 Billion for University Scholarships

Patricia Waigwa June 26, 2026

On June 26, 2026, the Universities Fund officially released Ksh4.2 billion in university scholarships to benefit over 400,000 continuing undergraduate students. Specifically, the disbursement falls under the Student-Centred Funding Model. Furthermore, this latest release brings the total National Treasury scholarship allocation to Ksh18.4 billion for the 2025/2026

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Murkomen Defends Police as June 25 Arrests Reach 355

Patricia Waigwa June 26, 2026

Police arrested 355 people across eight counties during the June 25, 2026 Gen Z memorial protests. Specifically, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen announced the figures at a post-demonstration press briefing. Furthermore, he defended the arrests, stating that those taken into custody committed criminal offences rather than exercising their constitutional right to picket. The