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Diageo, EABL in Sh296.7bn legal battle over sale to Asahi

The firm's general counsel, Anthony David William Smith, said that there was also no further specific prayer by Bia Tosha against it.

By Kamau Muthoni 18 days ago

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Why Ruto is under fire over Safaricom, KPC sale

On Monday, the government launched KPC's Initial Public Offer (IPO), which will be the biggest in the region in more than a decade.

By Macharia Kamau and Irene Githinji 18 days ago

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Private lawyers in Sh5bn funds case spark court showdown

In a brief response, Kipkogei said the objectors needed to formally move the court to have him excluded from the case.

By Kamau Muthoni 18 days ago

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Lamu pipeline ties KPC's growth to complex oil export plan

The Kenya Pipeline Company could be compelled to pump billions of shillings towards converting its storage tanks in Mombasa to handle crude oil from the Lokichar oil fields for export.

By Macharia Kamau 18 days ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 18 days ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 19 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 19 days ago

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Kenya Re to lock out politicians in new board shake-up rules

Kenya Re has proposed the restructuring of its governance framework in a move to lock out political appointees from its board, even as the board gets full powers to fire and hire the MD.

By Macharia Kamau 19 days ago

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Rise of autogas brings new opportunities and dangers

Over 20,000 Kenyan motorists, mostly in Nairobi, have ditched the petrol pump for the LPG nozzle, lured by a 50 per cent saving on fuel costs.

By Macharia Kamau 19 days ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 20 days ago

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How Richard Leakey's Sh17m estate will be shared

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

By Kamau Muthoni 21 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 22 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 23 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 23 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 23 days ago

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Motorists miss bigger cut in fuel costs despite drop in pump prices

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) has denied users of super petrol a bigger reduction in retail prices, holding back the full benefit of the falling cost of petroleum products.

By Macharia Kamau 23 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 24 days ago

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It's political thuggery, Wamatangi claims after property demolished

The demolitions took place despite a court order issued on Tuesday stopping them - a decision that now puts Kenya Railways, the Attorney General and IG Kanja at risk of contempt of court.

By Okumu Modachi and Kamau Muthoni 24 days ago

Oil marketers join forces to drive up autogas adoption

Oil marketing firm Ola Energy and LPG firm Proto Energy have unveiled a joint initiative to roll out autogas refilling points across Ola's retail network across the country.

By Macharia Kamau 24 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 24 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 25 days ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 25 days ago

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

By Kamau Muthoni 25 days ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 26 days ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 26 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 26 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 28 days ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 28 days ago

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Kenyans face pain at the pump as Trump targets Venezuela oil

US President Donald Trump has seized two oil tankers linked to Venezuela, including a Russian flagged vessel that was also being escorted by a Russian submarine.

By Macharia Kamau 30 days ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 30 days ago

Agricultural sector records lowest growth

The agriculture sector grew at a sluggish 3.2 per cent over the third quarter of last year, the slowest growth rate for the largest sector of Kenya's economy in nearly three years.

By Macharia Kamau 30 days ago

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Firms in Kenya Pipeline IPO to pocket over Sh200m

The sale of a 65 per cent stake in Kenya Pipeline Company by the government is expected to raise Sh100 billion, which will plug budget holes over the current financial year.

By Macharia Kamau 1 month ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

Kabata, Kanjama or Wanyama? Race for LSK top seat shapes up

The race to succeed Law Society of Kenya president Faith Odhiambo is shaping up as an all-male contest, with polls slated for February.

By Fred Kagonye and Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

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Lawyer asks court to silence Kenya's booming matatu culture

Despite laws prohibiting excessive noise and court judgments clearly stating that public service vehicles should not have decorative lights, matatu culture appears to operate above the law.

By Kamau Muthoni and Fred Kagonye 1 month ago

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.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

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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.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago