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Man stripped of Nakuru property sold by impersonator of dead owner
Jamlick Muriuki Ngaari believed he had finally secured a piece of land in Nakuru’s fast-growing Naka area.
By 10 days ago
Man stripped of Nakuru property sold by impersonator of dead owner
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Bring it on, Nakuru Senator dares Kihika to sue her over hotel claims
Senator Tabitha Karanja said no amount of threats would deter her from what she described as her constitutional duty to hold the county government to account.
By 11 days ago
Bring it on, Nakuru Senator dares Kihika to sue her over hotel claims
Court bars public entities from hiring external lawyers
The case was filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, Nakuru-based surgeon Dr Magare Gikenyi, and five others.
By 12 days ago
Court bars public entities from hiring external lawyers
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Inside 16-year battle for St Mary's hospital handled by over 10 judges
What began as a mission to provide healthcare to the poor has morphed into a bitter, protracted legal battle involving property titles, corporate control, religious vows, and clashing egos.
By 15 days ago
Inside 16-year battle for St Mary's hospital handled by over 10 judges
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School loses appeal in minor's death case, ordered to pay Sh2.1m
The Court of Appeal has upheld the decision of the trial court that found Gilgil Hills Academy liable for the death of a pupil in July 2008.
By 20 days ago
School loses appeal in minor's death case, ordered to pay Sh2.1m
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Hospital gives preterm babies a second chance
For mothers who give birth to premature babies, what should be a moment of joy is often overshadowed by fear and uncertainty.
By 1 month ago
Hospital gives preterm babies a second chance
JSC clinches top honour at this year's FiRe awards
Judicial Service Commission has been crowned the overall winner in this year’s Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards under the Constitutional Commissions and Independent Offices category.
By 1 month ago
JSC clinches top honour at this year's FiRe awards
Residents demand closure of popular nightclub in Nakuru
Residents of the posh Milimani Estate in Nakuru City have filed a suit at the Environment and Lands Court seeking the closure an entertainment joint within the area.
By 1 month ago
Residents demand closure of popular nightclub in Nakuru
Court summons CS, PSs as settlement of families in Eastern Mau stalls
The High Court in Nakuru has summoned three senior government officials to give an update on the implementation of a judgment on settlement schemes in the Eastern Mau Forest.
By 1 month ago
Court summons CS, PSs as settlement of families in Eastern Mau stalls
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Gideon Moi out, but UDA faces tough fight in race
President Ruto has publicly defended Gideon’s decision, revealing that he personally initiated the talks that led to the truce.
By 2 months ago
Gideon Moi out, but UDA faces tough fight in race
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DNA test ordered to identify heirs in late Prof George Eshiwani's estate row
This ruling follows an earlier order issued on December 3, 2024, which required that the DNA tests be conducted within 45 days.
By 2 months ago
DNA test ordered to identify heirs in late Prof George Eshiwani's estate row
Kabarak University, NCBA partner to boost growth of SMEs
Prof Kiplagat noted that the partnership directly supports Kenya’s development agenda by strengthening SMEs.
By 2 months ago
Kabarak University, NCBA partner to boost growth of SMEs
Alarm as logging ban lifted in Mau Forest
Green Belt Movement and Greenpeace Africa have called for an immediate suspension of tree harvesting in the Mau Forest Complex, citing violations of environmental laws.
By 2 months ago
Alarm as logging ban lifted in Mau Forest
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Ndonga Farm not yet available for IDPs despite Ruto's directive
President Ruto promised that the more than 900 families would each receive Sh20,000 from the government as they move to the farm to start life afresh.
By 2 months ago
Ndonga Farm not yet available for IDPs despite Ruto's directive
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Judge gives Lands office seven days to file Banita land report
The Office of Land Adjudication and Settlement has seven days to prepare and file in court a report on the settlement of a 14,000-acre land dispute that has dragged on for over two decades.
By 2 months ago
Judge gives Lands office seven days to file Banita land report
Five-decade wait ends as Kiptagwanyi residents get land titles
The long and painful wait for land ownership documents by residents of Kiptagwanyi, in Gilgil, Nakuru County, has finally come to an end.
By 2 months ago
Five-decade wait ends as Kiptagwanyi residents get land titles
Pain of Maasai Mara University ex-worker pursuing pay for years
For more than five years, a former driver at Maasai Mara University has lived through frustration and humiliation — all while chasing his salary and justice.
By 2 months ago
Pain of Maasai Mara University ex-worker pursuing pay for years
Ruto promises more roads for Nakuru, eyes Sh1.5 trillion development plan
Ruto stated that the government requires approximately Sh1.5 trillion to construct new roads nationwide.
By 2 months ago
Ruto promises more roads for Nakuru, eyes Sh1.5 trillion development plan
An employee cannot resign to escape disciplinary action, appellate court rules
The Court of Appeal has ruled that an employee cannot avoid disciplinary action by resigning or purporting to retire after being accused of misconduct.
By 2 months ago
An employee cannot resign to escape disciplinary action, appellate court rules
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Mystery of man at the centre of Nakuru's prime property dispute
Kennedy Bosire, features prominently in court and DCI files as the purported owner of the property at the heart of a long-running ownership battle involving a lawyer and other individuals.
By 3 months ago
Mystery of man at the centre of Nakuru's prime property dispute
Lands PS summoned over 14,000-acre land dispute
Lands Principal Secretary Nixon Korir has been summoned by a Nakuru court to provide a report on the settlement of a 14,000-acre land dispute that has dragged on for over two decades.
By 3 months ago
Lands PS summoned over 14,000-acre land dispute
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Inside Ruto's soft landing in Kabarak
In a bold political pivot, Ruto and Moi bury the hatchet and pledge to pull Kenya out of the third world. The alliance signals a shift in Rift Valley politics, but not without internal party friction.
By 3 months ago
Inside Ruto's soft landing in Kabarak
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Kanu's Gideon Moi withdraws from Baringo Senate race
Kanu party National Chairman Gideon Moi was expected to present his nomination papers to the IEBC on Thursday for the Baringo senatorship but withdrew from the race.
By 3 months ago
Kanu's Gideon Moi withdraws from Baringo Senate race
KANU to join Ruto's broad-based government
KANU to join broad-based government, President Ruto announces, says he personally asked Gideon Moi to withdraw from Baringo Senate race.
By 3 months ago
KANU to join Ruto's broad-based government
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Is Aaron Cheruiyot's rise driven by merit or proximity to the right people?
Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot has emerged as a key player, serving as the Majority Leader in the Senate and becoming an influential figure close to President Ruto in South Rift politics.
By 3 months ago
Is Aaron Cheruiyot's rise driven by merit or proximity to the right people?
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Gideon Moi returns, eyes Baringo Senate seat
Before the announcement, residents kept guessing and pushed for Gideon Moi’s selection.
By 3 months ago
Gideon Moi returns, eyes Baringo Senate seat
Man stripped of Nakuru property sold by impersonator of dead owner
Jamlick Muriuki Ngaari believed he had finally secured a piece of land in Nakuru’s fast-growing Naka area.
By 10 days ago
Man stripped of Nakuru property sold by impersonator of dead owner
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Bring it on, Nakuru Senator dares Kihika to sue her over hotel claims
Senator Tabitha Karanja said no amount of threats would deter her from what she described as her constitutional duty to hold the county government to account.
By 11 days ago
Bring it on, Nakuru Senator dares Kihika to sue her over hotel claims
Court bars public entities from hiring external lawyers
The case was filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, Nakuru-based surgeon Dr Magare Gikenyi, and five others.
By 12 days ago
Court bars public entities from hiring external lawyers
Premium
Inside 16-year battle for St Mary's hospital handled by over 10 judges
What began as a mission to provide healthcare to the poor has morphed into a bitter, protracted legal battle involving property titles, corporate control, religious vows, and clashing egos.
By 15 days ago
Inside 16-year battle for St Mary's hospital handled by over 10 judges
Premium
School loses appeal in minor's death case, ordered to pay Sh2.1m
The Court of Appeal has upheld the decision of the trial court that found Gilgil Hills Academy liable for the death of a pupil in July 2008.
By 20 days ago
School loses appeal in minor's death case, ordered to pay Sh2.1m
Premium
Hospital gives preterm babies a second chance
For mothers who give birth to premature babies, what should be a moment of joy is often overshadowed by fear and uncertainty.
By 1 month ago
Hospital gives preterm babies a second chance
JSC clinches top honour at this year's FiRe awards
Judicial Service Commission has been crowned the overall winner in this year’s Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards under the Constitutional Commissions and Independent Offices category.
By 1 month ago
JSC clinches top honour at this year's FiRe awards
Residents demand closure of popular nightclub in Nakuru
Residents of the posh Milimani Estate in Nakuru City have filed a suit at the Environment and Lands Court seeking the closure an entertainment joint within the area.
By 1 month ago
Residents demand closure of popular nightclub in Nakuru
Court summons CS, PSs as settlement of families in Eastern Mau stalls
The High Court in Nakuru has summoned three senior government officials to give an update on the implementation of a judgment on settlement schemes in the Eastern Mau Forest.
By 1 month ago
Court summons CS, PSs as settlement of families in Eastern Mau stalls
Premium
Gideon Moi out, but UDA faces tough fight in race
President Ruto has publicly defended Gideon’s decision, revealing that he personally initiated the talks that led to the truce.
By 2 months ago
Gideon Moi out, but UDA faces tough fight in race
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DNA test ordered to identify heirs in late Prof George Eshiwani's estate row
This ruling follows an earlier order issued on December 3, 2024, which required that the DNA tests be conducted within 45 days.
By 2 months ago
DNA test ordered to identify heirs in late Prof George Eshiwani's estate row
Kabarak University, NCBA partner to boost growth of SMEs
Prof Kiplagat noted that the partnership directly supports Kenya’s development agenda by strengthening SMEs.
By 2 months ago
Kabarak University, NCBA partner to boost growth of SMEs
Alarm as logging ban lifted in Mau Forest
Green Belt Movement and Greenpeace Africa have called for an immediate suspension of tree harvesting in the Mau Forest Complex, citing violations of environmental laws.
By 2 months ago
Alarm as logging ban lifted in Mau Forest
Premium
Ndonga Farm not yet available for IDPs despite Ruto's directive
President Ruto promised that the more than 900 families would each receive Sh20,000 from the government as they move to the farm to start life afresh.
By 2 months ago
Ndonga Farm not yet available for IDPs despite Ruto's directive
Why ODM's conformist wing is desperate for a deal with UDA
Politics
By Robert Kituyi
3 hrs ago
Wetang'ula's unmaking and the system that consumes its own
Barrack Muluka
By Barrack Muluka
3 hrs ago
If you are in control, actions and calmness speak louder than you
Barrack Muluka
By Barrack Muluka
3 hrs ago
Honour or bribery? Questions abound Ruto's nomination of Ida
National
By Harold Odhiambo
3 hrs ago