Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has been reassigned to the State Department for Tourism in the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife following changes announced by the government. In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, Head of Public Service Felix Koskei said Bitok will swap positions with John Lekakeny Ololtuaa, who has been serving as the Principal Secretary for Tourism. “The reassignment takes effect immediately,” the statement said. The changes come at a time when the education sector is grappling with unrest in several schools across the country. The disturbances have led to the temporary closure of some…
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Former Tigania East Member of Parliament Josphat Gichuge Mwirabua, popularly known as Kabeabea, has been arrested in connection with an alleged land fraud scheme that investigators say cost unsuspecting buyers more than Sh56 million. According to a statement issued by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), detectives from the Land Fraud Investigations Unit (LFIU) apprehended the former legislator, who also served as Chairman of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), following investigations into multiple complaints of fraudulent land transactions. The first case dates back to 2016, when a complainant and several other investors reportedly purchased 50-by-100-foot plots from Diamond Property Merchants (DPM)…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has outlined measures being taken by the government to address recent cases of unrest in schools that have led to loss of life, destruction of property and disruption of learning. In a statement shared on social media, Kindiki said the incidents had affected only a small fraction of the country’s learning institutions, noting that most schools continue to operate normally. “It is noted that out of 9,500 schools countrywide, of which 3,200 are boarding schools, less than 200 schools have been affected. Some of the schools that had been closed have reopened and learning resumed,” he…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced that he will challenge the High Court decision that upheld his impeachment, arguing that the judges misinterpreted the law and disregarded key principles of natural justice. Addressing the press on Tuesday, June 9, Gachagua said his legal team will move to the Court of Appeal and, if necessary, the Supreme Court, to seek redress over what he termed contradictions in the ruling. “We stand here with tremendous respect for the Kenyan judiciary. While we respect the ruling of the High Court, we totally disagree with the interpretation of the law,” he said. “The…
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on Tuesday presided over the opening of the 4th Indo-Pacific Regional Information Sharing (IORIS) Platform Steering Committee Meeting, jointly hosted by the Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS) and EU-CRIMARIO (Critical Maritime Routes Indo-Pacific). Murkomen said the initiative plays a key role in strengthening maritime security and safety across the region. “The EU-CRIMARIO project is aimed at strengthening maritime safety and security. Its flagship initiative, IORIS, is a secure, neutral, web-based platform that brings together over 150 agencies from 70 countries to coordinate maritime operations in real time,” he said. He noted that…
Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters have arrested four suspects, including two foreign nationals, in an intelligence-led operation targeting narcotics trafficking in Nairobi. In a statement, the DCI said officers acted on credible intelligence and raided a house at Denluck Apartments at about 7:30 p.m., leading to the arrest of Gabriel Moses Mathai (26), Gerald Otieno (28), Serbian national Danilo Pejevic (25), and Tanzanian national Lukundo Samuel Sikombe (25). During the operation, detectives recovered suspected cannabis sativa, consisting of greenish dry plant material concealed in a blue basin and a black polythene…
Police officers have arrested a suspected notorious criminal in Nairobi’s Eastleigh area and recovered a homemade firearm and a knife during the operation. According to a police statement, officers on patrol along Lamu Road in the Majengo area encountered the suspect, who is known by the aliases “Kanyundo” and “Rashid Abdalla.” Police said the suspect fled immediately after spotting the officers, prompting a chase through several parts of the city. The suspect reportedly attempted to escape towards the California area before officers caught up with him at the Madina Mall Roundabout in Eastleigh, where he was arrested. A search conducted…
NAIROBI — Ishwar J. Rughani, a director of Text Book Centre and a prominent figure associated with Sarit Centre, has died at the age of 83. According to a family announcement issued on June 9, Rughani passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026. “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sad demise of Ishwar J. Rughani of Text Book Centre and The Sarit Centre, on Sunday, 7th June 2026, at the age of 83 years,” the family said in a statement. Rughani was widely respected in Kenya’s business community and played a key role in the growth of…
Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has raised concerns over the High Court’s decision to uphold the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua despite finding that his constitutional right to a fair hearing had been violated during the Senate proceedings. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Odhiambo said the judgment presents a significant constitutional question that Kenya’s jurisprudence must address regarding the relationship between procedural fairness and the validity of outcomes arising from flawed processes. The three-judge bench found that the Senate violated Gachagua’s right to a fair hearing under Article 50 of the Constitution by…
Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has joined the Linda Mwananchi movement, a political outfit associated with a faction of leaders within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Her entry into the movement was welcomed by several leaders, including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. Taking to social media, Sifuna hinted at Odhiambo’s possible participation in the movement’s upcoming activities. “Signing moja mwecheche imebidi kikosi mzima ipokee Mheshimiwa Rais. Akuje Thika Sunday?” he wrote. Suba South MP Caroli Omondi also welcomed Odhiambo, describing her decision as a bold step. “A warm welcome to Madam Faith Odhiambo, LSK President Emerita, on…
Nelly Korda has established herself as one of the most successful and recognizable golfers in the world. From winning major championships and Olympic gold to becoming one of the LPGA Tour’s highest earners, Korda has built an impressive career both on and off the course. As of 2026, Nelly Korda’s net worth is estimated at $14 million, fueled by tournament winnings, endorsement deals, and her continued dominance in women’s golf. Nelly Korda Net Worth $14 Million Date of Birth July 28, 1998 Place of Birth Bradenton, Florida Nelly Korda Career Earnings Korda’s on-course earnings have risen dramatically over the past…
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, football is entering a new financial era defined by record-breaking salaries, massive endorsement deals, and unprecedented global commercial value. The tournament—co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada—marks the largest World Cup in history, with the majority of matches taking place in the United States. To understand just how far the game has evolved financially, consider this: when the United States last hosted the World Cup in 1994, even the Premier League’s top earners made around £10,000 per week. That’s roughly $800,000 per year. At the time, Italy’s Roberto Baggio—then one of the…
The National Youth Service (NYS) has released the list of shortlisted candidates for various vacancies, including Specialist Officer Cadets (Graduate and Diploma holders) and Private Officers under both technical and general duty categories. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, NYS said interviews for shortlisted candidates will be conducted on June 30, 2026. The time and venue for the interviews will be communicated directly to the respective candidates. Candidates have been instructed to present both original and copies of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, curriculum vitae, and any other relevant testimonials. “The National Youth Service…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has announced 33 job vacancies, inviting qualified candidates to apply for various positions across multiple departments. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the Commission said it is seeking to fill posts including Senior Prevention Officer (Civil Engineer), Senior Security Officer, Prevention Officer II (Procurement Specialist, Legal, Accountant, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist), Research Officer II, and Education Officer II roles in Digital Media, Communications, and Production. Other advertised positions include Human Resource Officer II (Payroll), Programme Officer II (Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist), Administrative Secretary II, and Building and Maintenance Assistant II. The…
Ten candidates have been shortlisted for the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer at the Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of the Ombudsman). Commission Chairperson Charles Dulo said the Commission received a total of 40 applications by the close of the advertisement period. Those shortlisted include Julius Cheche Kihara, Dr. Fredrick Okoth Otieno, Zeth Ouma Omollo, Muznah Chepkorir Sisiwa, Adan Abdirahman Mohamed, and Naisiae Paloshe Tobiko. Others are Irene Akinyi Otieno, Anne Kerubo Mwasi, Teresa Carlo Omondi, and Dr. Andrew Gitau Kimani. The interviews for the shortlisted candidates are scheduled to take place on June 16, 2026. In a notice,…