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Why court has rejected governments' affidavit in housing levy case

The Court dismissed an application seeking to introduce a new affidavit by Housing PS Charles Hinga in support of the government’s case for the continuation of Housing Levy deductions.

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Former AG James Karugu's sons sue DPP, DCI, claiming charges meant to influence succession

Attorney General James Boro Karugu’s sons have sued the DPP, the DCI, and the Attorney General, seeking to stop prosecution in an extension of a row over their late father’s wealth.

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KMPDU backs govt in Sh 209 billion health deal case with Senator Okiya

Medical practitioners have supported the government in a push for lifting orders that froze a Sh209 billion healthcare deal between Kenya and the United States of America.

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Feud over Jakoyo Midiwo's Sh50m estate triggers battle in family court

Varsity don has challenged the succession process, alleging she was married to the former Gem MP.

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How Richard Leakey's Sh17m estate will be shared

Renowned conservationist granted his wife life interest over all estate properties.

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Judge calls for succession law overhaul to protect women and girls' inheritance rights

The judge stressed that women should not be relegated to the lowest rung in matters of inheritance.

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Judge Mwita defends decision in medical case where a child died

High Court Judge Chacha Mwita on Thursday defended his decision to require a parent serve documents to a hospital on an urgent intervention where a child was in critical condition.

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Man sues Safaricom in mobile phone number ownership row

Mwaniki argues his number was transferred to a new owner without his consent.

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Why LSK has sued AG, Health Ministry over Sh209b data deal with US

LSK argues that the health co-operation framework seeks to bypass the Constitution, as the US will, for seven years, have unfettered access to Kenya’s health data.

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Police pliers cost taxpayers Sh1m for 'pinching wrong person'

A DCI officer’s decision to use pliers to force a village elder repay Sh250,000 to an alleged complainant has cost Kenyans at least a million after the High Court found this a violation of the law.

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I did not eat 'chicken', Ipoa boss tells JSC

Former elections board boss Issack Hassan distanced himself from claims that he benefited from graft.

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AG Oduor, IG Kanja risk jail after Wamatangi demolition

Kenya Railways Corporation CEO Phillip Mainga, AG Dorcas Oduor and IG Douglas Kanja now risk jail after the demolition of Governor Kimani Wamatangi's business premises.

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Why you can pay dearly for giving wrong facts about your cover

The insurance firm stated that the vehicle was used for commercial purposes and that by the time the owner was insuring it, he had no valid license, as he was only trained to drive a motorcycle.

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Tech firm sues Education Ministry over alleged software copyright breach

 A tech company has moved to court, seeking to block the Ministry of Education from rolling out a new education management system

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Probation, not prison for mothers with children, High Court orders

The High Court has overturned custodial sentences handed to three women with children, substituting them with probation after finding it unfair for minors to serve time with their mothers.

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Akech defends fiery tweets during Court of Appeal interview

Prof Migai Akech was questioned yesterday about his temperament, following concerns raised over his social media posts.

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Court of Appeal allows JSC to continue handling complaints against judges

Court of Appeal judges unanimously agreed that there was a need to suspend the implementation of the orders issued by the High Courtagainst the commission until they deliver a ruling.

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Court orders Kenya Power to execute Sh6b meters tender

The High Court has ordered Kenya Power to execute a Sh6 billion smart meters contract with a Chinese company that had been cancelled.

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How panga, stolen beans handed rapists death sentence

The attackers might have escaped justice, but the panga which they used and the stolen beans led investigators to them.

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Freedom hero Fred Kubai's widow sues State in Sh11m award dispute

The widow of Independence hero Fred Kubai, Christina Gakuhi has sued the Interior Principal Secretary in a bid to compel him to pay Sh11 million plus interest.

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Consumers will bear burden of packaging levy, Omtatah warns

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah argues that the cost of sanitary pads and car parts will shoot up if the government continues with its plan to introduce the new levy.

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Activist sues NCA boss over collapsed building

An activist has sued National Construction Authority CEO Maurice Aketch, seeking to have him removed from office over the collapsed South C multi-storey building.

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Activists challenge KRA on burden of tax proof

Four activists led by Nakuru-based surgeon Magare Gikenyi have filed a court case challenging how KRA pursues tax defaulters.

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Lawyer seeks powers for magistrates to award compensation

A lawyer has petitioned the High Court to quash sections of the law that bar magistrates from hearing and fully determining cases involving human rights violations.

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Landmark legal proceedings to watch this year and why they matter

From education, politics, government policies, business, crime, social life and health, 2026 ushers a defining moment for the country, starting as early as this week when learners go back to school.

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Kirima estate wrangles deepen as court rules against widow

The Court of Appeal has dealt a blow to Teresiah Wairimu, the widow of former Starehe MP Gerishon Kirima, after declining to suspend orders removing her as an administrator of his estate.

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Faith based, private medical facilities hit by US health deal

Faith-based medical facilities directly funded by the US will feel the hit if the Sh207 billion deal between Kenya and USA will be implemented.

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Money, women and citizenship: Putin woos fighters online

A scroll through TikTok now reveals that Russia has ramped up its campaign for military recruitment on social media.

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Business mogul sues Old Mutual over Sh700m shares row

Businessman Joel Kamau Kibe has filed yet another case against Old Mutual Holdings PLC, demanding more than Sh700 million in a row over 1.5 million shares.

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How Facebook 'like' cost KeNHA staffer his job

A simple thumbs-up emoji, liking a Facebook post by Kileleshwa MCA, then being first to comment and tagging his colleagues with the post cost Dismas Kungu Kira his job.

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Chebukati died with many secrets, left properties without a will

Chebukati left without expressing how he would love to pass his wealth to his next generation

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A to Z of Kenya's criminal justice system for 2025

2025 was a turbulent year, with the courts at the centre of national contestation.

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Probe shatters woman's child support claims

A private forensic examiner hired by a man in a child upkeep battle killed a woman’s plot to reap extra money from him.

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Fresh bid to halt Sh16b Mombasa gas plant flops

In a unanimous ruling, a five-member tribunal bench led by Emmanuel Mumia dismissed the application filed by residents Mohamed Said and Phillip Nyiro.

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Inside trust deficit, legal challenges haunting IEBC

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is being accused of blocking MPs’ recall. It has been sued owing to its inaction and seeming impotence.

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No warning, no tipple: Why lawyer has sued Health Ministry, brewers

Clifford Odhiambo has sued the Health Ministry and brewers over public safety and alcohol regulations, warning that alcohol consumption is linked to multiple cancers, brain damage and road accidents

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Heavenly mission, earthly war: Doctor, nuns fight for hospitals

Shared vision turned into bitter ownership battle for St Mary’s hospitals in Nairobi and Elementaita.

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Court restrains Uhuru cousin from defaming Justice Lenaola

The High Court in Nairobi has barred former Kenyatta’s cousin, Kungu Muigai, from allegedly defaming Supreme Court judge Isaac Lenaola.

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High Court puts judges' removal petitions on hold

The High Court in Nairobi has put on hold the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) by freezing all petitions for the removal of judges from office.

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Why the court has frozen Sh348 billionTrump-Ruto deal

The government has suffered a major blow in the Sh322 billion health deal with the United States of America.

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