The East Africa Law Society (EALS) has raised concerns over President William Ruto’s directive targeting foreign nationals engaged in small-scale trading, hawking and related commercial activities in Kenya, warning that its implementation must comply with the country’s regional obligations under the East African Community (EAC). In a statement issued on Monday, September 7, 2026, EALS…
University of Kabianga student and musician Lawrence Malot has broken his silence after being involved in a road accident in Kericho County, dismissing claims that he was drunk at the time of the incident. In a statement on his Facebook account on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Malot said he was driving from Eldoret towards Kericho…
Former Bomet Governor Isaac Rutto has called on residents of Bomet and Kericho counties to turn out in large numbers and warmly welcome President William Ruto when he begins a four-day development tour of the South Rift region on Wednesday. Ruto is scheduled to tour Bomet and Kericho from Wednesday, September 9 to 12, 2026,…
President William Ruto has assented to four Bills aimed at strengthening governance, accountability and service delivery in Kenya. Ruto said he signed the legislation at State House, Nairobi, marking what he described as a major step towards improving the management of public resources and modernising key areas of the country’s legal framework. “Assented to four…
The death of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has set the stage for a funeral expected to follow key Islamic burial traditions. Hafidh died on Monday, September 7, 2026, while receiving treatment in Zanzibar. Tanzania’s Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced his death, saying he passed away at 8am at Emilio…
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, has died, President William Ruto has confirmed. Ruto sent his condolences to President Samia, her family and the people of Tanzania following the death of Ameir, whom he described as the Tanzanian leader’s “lifelong companion” and a “distinguished son” of Tanzania. “I have received with deep…
Burundian nationals have flocked to the Embassy of Burundi in Nairobi and cyber cafes as the government begins enforcing a crackdown on foreigners operating businesses without the required work permits and documentation. According to images seen by Bomet Newswire Digital, large numbers of Burundians were at the Burundi Embassy in Nairobi on Monday, September 7,…
A 47-year-old man has been arrested in Kibra, Nairobi, following the death of his nine-year-old daughter, whom police allege he defiled and subjected to a brutal assault. The person of interest, identified was arrested on Sunday, September 6, 2026, after officers at Kibra Police Station received a distress call reporting that the girl had been…
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has warned President William Ruto that his administration’s time in power is running out, accusing the government of failing to honour Kenyans’ trust. Responding to messages of support, Kalonzo said Kenya needed leadership anchored in courage, clarity and an “unshakeable commitment” to the people. “To the Ruto regime, hear the…
President William Ruto has extended the term of the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations by a further 90 days. The extension, contained in Gazette Notice No. 14149 dated September 4, 2026, takes effect from the same date and gives the panel an additional three months to undertake its mandate….
