Ruto Hails Kenya-Chad Ties, Praises Déby’s Leadership
President William Ruto has praised Kenya’s strong diplomatic ties with Chad after receiving a goodwill message from Idriss Mahamat Déby at State House, Nairobi. According to President William Ruto X post on Monday, July 6, 2026, the message was delivered by Tahir Hamid Nguilin, who also serves as Chad’s Minister of State and Minister of…
KRA Announces Removal of Excise Duty on Bottled Water
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the removal of excise duty on bottled water following the enactment of the Finance Act, 2026, in a move expected to lower the tax burden on manufacturers and importers. In a public notice issued on Monday, July 6, 2026, KRA said the tax change took effect on July…
National Youth Council Distances Itself from Calls for PS Fikirini Jacobs’ Resignation
The National Youth Council (NYC) has dismissed reports linking it to calls for the resignation of Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy Fikirini Jacobs following the alleged shooting of youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma. In a statement on Monday, July 6, 2026, the Council said it was not a party to the allegations circulating…
Three children died in Chepalungu house fire
Three young children have died after a fire gutted a kitchen where they were sleeping at Kimatisio Village in Nyongores Ward, Chepalungu Constituency, in a tragedy that has left the local community in shock. Confirming the incident in a Facebook statement on Thursday, July 2, 2026, Bomet Senator, Hillary Sigei said the victims, a seven-year-old…
Lowoi Cup Returns After Two-Year Hiatus as Moiben Youth Chase Sporting Glory
The highly anticipated Lowoi Cup is set to return after a two-year break, with hundreds of players expected to gather at Kemeliet Secondary School playground in Karuna/Meibeki Ward, Moiben Sub-county, Uasin Gishu County. Now in its 10th edition, the tournament has become one of the region’s premier grassroots sporting events, bringing together teams to compete…
Bomet Weather Forecast: Sunny Mornings, Afternoon Showers Expected to July 6
Residents of Bomet County should prepare for sunny mornings followed by light afternoon showers and thunderstorms over the next seven days, according to the latest weekly weather forecast issued by the Kenya Meteorological Department. The forecast, covering the period between June 30 and July 6, indicates that most parts of the county will experience sunny…
Ruto assents to County Allocation of Revenue Bill, allocates Ksh428B to counties
President William Ruto has assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026, paving the way for the disbursement of Ksh428 billion as the equitable share of nationally raised revenue to Kenya’s 47 county governments. The Bill was signed into law at State House, Nairobi, on Monday, June 29, 2026, with the allocation representing 20.9…
NPS Confirms Receipt of Davis Lichuma Missing Person Report
The National Police Service (NPS) has called on the public to report any cases of enforced disappearances, torture, or other human rights violations. The police service said it is treating allegations circulating on mainstream and social media with the seriousness they deserve. In a press statement issued on Sunday, June 26, NPS said it remains…
Govt lists Bomet among Huduma Centres offering immediate National ID collection
The government has announced a list of Huduma Centres across the country where Kenyans can obtain newly processed national identity cards immediately, in a move aimed at easing access to the crucial document. In a public notice issued through Huduma Kenya, citizens in need of new national IDs have been urged to visit designated Huduma…
Politicians warned against using schools for campaigns as government moves to curb student unrest
Political aspirants in Laikipia County have been warned against using learning institutions as platforms for political mobilisation as the government intensifies efforts to address rising cases of student unrest reported in schools across the country. Laikipia County Commissioner Duncan Muyesu said schools must remain secure and neutral environments dedicated to learning, character development and academic…
