NAIROBI, July 3– A professional body representing Pentecostal and Charismatic clergy has appealed for parliamentary recognition of its operations as it seeks to professionalise church ministry through accredited training and certification. Speaking during the organisation’s inaugural Annual General Meeting in Nairobi on Friday, the body’s Chairman, Reverend Josiah Njiru Wajoshuah,…
Ruto Orders Crackdown on KSh6.2 Billion Payroll Fraud as Cabinet Unveils Major Reform Agenda
By Safi News Reporter NAIROBI, June 30 — President William Ruto’s Cabinet has launched an aggressive campaign to eliminate payroll fraud in the public service after a government audit uncovered suspected irregularities worth KSh6.2 billion, prompting a nationwide clean-up of state payroll systems. Meeting at State House, Nairobi, on Tuesday,…
Ruto Opens Sh3.58 Billion Ngong Road Flyover in Bid to Reduce Nairobi Traffic
NAIROBI, June 29 – President William Ruto on Monday officially opened the Sh3.58 billion Ngong Road–Naivasha Road Flyover, describing the project as a significant investment aimed at improving mobility in Nairobi and easing chronic traffic congestion. The road project, undertaken by the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), is expected to…
Murkomen Praises Security Agencies, Commends Media Coverage of June 25 Demos
NAIROBI, June 25 — Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has praised security agencies for what he termed a successful operation to protect lives and property during the June 25 demonstrations, while also commending sections of the media for what he described as responsible reporting. Speaking in Nairobi…
Complainants Urge High Court to Dismiss Chelogoi’s Application, Say Ksh1.3 Billion Land Case Should Be Concluded
Lawyers representing the complainants in the Ksh1.3 billion Lower Kabete land fraud case have asked the High Court to dismiss an application filed by former Nairobi Provincial Commissioner Davis Nathan Chelogoi, arguing that the issues he has raised have already been addressed in the lower court and that the criminal…
Gov’t Warns Against Violence, Assures Firm Security Response Ahead of June 25 Demonstrations
NAIROBI, June 24, 2026 — The government has urged Kenyans planning to participate in demonstrations to remain peaceful and avoid associating with criminal groups, warning that security agencies will take firm action against individuals involved in violence and lawlessness. Speaking ahead of the planned protests, Security Cabinet Secretary emphasized that…
Government Begins Ksh448.7 Million Compensation for Victims of Protest-Related Human Rights Violations
NAIROBI, June 23, 2026 — The government has launched a compensation programme for victims of human rights violations linked to demonstrations and public protests that occurred between 2013 and 2025, with Ksh448.7 million already disbursed to the first group of beneficiaries. The announcement was made in Nairobi by the Uwiano…
Mwaura Defends Affordable Housing Scheme, Urges Respect for Police Officers
Nairobi, June 22, 2026 — The government has dismissed claims that homeowners under the Affordable Housing Programme (AHP) risk losing their properties following a change in administration, while also calling for respect for law enforcement officers amid rising political tensions ahead of planned demonstrations. Speaking during a media briefing at…
Cecil Miller Presses Auditor on Deloitte’s Record, Wins Key Admissions on Findings Against Accused.
The trial of former Chase Bank officials took a dramatic turn after defence lawyer Cecil Miller subjected a prosecution witness to an intense cross-examination that saw the auditor acknowledge past investigations into Deloitte’s audit work and concede that the firm’s findings did not directly implicate one of the accused in…
Schools set for new 12-Week term structure under new education reforms
The Ministry of Education has announced major changes to the school calendar that are expected to take effect next year as part of efforts to improve learning conditions and address challenges facing schools across the country. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the government plans to introduce equal-length school terms,…