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High Court shuts down Jackson Kihara Gachucha's bid to overturn 20-year robbery sentence
June 17, 2026 01:19 (EAT) • 49 minutes ago

High Court shuts down Jackson Kihara Gachucha's bid to overturn 20-year robbery sentence

In a ruling delivered by Justice Alexander Muteti, the court found that the issues raised by Kihara had already been determined by the Court of Appeal and could not be revisited by the High Court in the manner sought.

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Petition filed to stop government from blocking Kenyans on official social media accounts
June 17, 2026 12:07 (EAT) • 14 hours ago

Petition filed to stop government from blocking Kenyans on official social media accounts

The petition, filed by James Ochieng and Olive Ambrose, argues that the practice of blocking citizens from official government social media accounts violates fundamental constitutional rights, including freedom of expression, access to information, equality and freedom from discrimination, fair admi...

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US-funded Ebola facility still ongoing despite court orders, Katiba Institute claims in contempt bid
June 16, 2026 12:31 (EAT) • 1 day ago

US-funded Ebola facility still ongoing despite court orders, Katiba Institute claims in contempt bid

In a further affidavit filed before the High Court, Mbagathi argues that the government cannot maintain it fully complied with court orders issued on May 28 and June 2, 2026, while acknowledging that construction activities at the air base are still ongoing.

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COFEK moves to court to block Finance Bill 2026 provisions, cites constitutional breaches
June 16, 2026 10:58 (EAT) • 1 day ago

COFEK moves to court to block Finance Bill 2026 provisions, cites constitutional breaches

In the petition filed through its Secretary General Stephen Mutoro, COFEK is seeking conservatory orders to stop the enactment and enforcement of the contested provisions pending the hearing and determination of the case.

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COFEK petitions High Court to halt NSSF penalties on employers, workers
June 16, 2026 10:36 (EAT) • 1 day ago

COFEK petitions High Court to halt NSSF penalties on employers, workers

In the petition filed through its Secretary General Stephen Mutoro, COFEK is seeking conservatory orders to stop the enactment and enforcement of the contested provisions pending the hearing and determination of the case.

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Man charged for alleged defamatory Facebook post against Kisumu Senator Ojienda
June 16, 2026 08:42 (EAT) • 1 day ago

Man charged for alleged defamatory Facebook post against Kisumu Senator Ojienda

He said an elderly woman had been brought to tears because of alleged cons linked to Ojienda's office.

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Investigators unable to identify police officer who shot Rex Masai; Court told
June 15, 2026 01:23 (EAT) • 2 days ago

Investigators unable to identify police officer who shot Rex Masai; Court told

Crucial exhibits, including the bullet that killed Masai, spent cartridges and the firearm used, were never recovered.

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Mother, child awarded Ksh.20K in damages after ‘unlawful’ hospital detention over Ksh.921K unpaid bill
June 12, 2026 03:25 (EAT) • 4 days ago

Mother, child awarded Ksh.20K in damages after ‘unlawful’ hospital detention over Ksh.921K unpaid bill

In the judgment, the court held that although the hospital’s decision to continue accommodating the mother and child was triggered by failure to clear the bill or agree on a payment plan, restricting their movement until payment arrangements were made was unconstitutional....

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Court certifies as urgent petition to cite Health CS Duale for contempt of court
June 11, 2026 03:48 (EAT) • 5 days ago

Court certifies as urgent petition to cite Health CS Duale for contempt of court

Justice P. M. Nyaudi directed that the application filed against the Attorney General and the Health CS be heard on a priority basis.

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Court bars State from altering Imenti Forest pending petition on airstrip, golf course plan
June 11, 2026 09:04 (EAT) • 6 days ago

Court bars State from altering Imenti Forest pending petition on airstrip, golf course plan

Justice Oguttu Mboya certified the matter as urgent and directed that the case be heard on a priority basis, while ordering the maintenance of the status quo over the forest to prevent any activities that could alter its current state.

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