News Tracker - Monday, 8 December 2025 - 6:43 pm

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EACC has released the 2024/2025 integrity report, indicating that 152 out of 166 government officials from different ministries failed the integrity test, while only 4 passed and 10 were inconclusive. 

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DCI detectives arrest suspect over fraudulent acquisition of Ksh 200M land in Karen after creating false documents to make it appear as though he had received the land as a gift from the deceased owner. 

 

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Nandi Governor Stephen Sang announces that iconic Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Kapsabet will be renamed William Ruto Stadium once its reconstruction is complete. 

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A contingent of 230 specialised police officers touch down in Port-au-Prince for security reinforcement under Gang Suppression Force days after Ruto pledged continued support during US trip. 

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IEBC expresses growing concern over low number of young Kenyans participating in recent electoral activities - both in voter registration and in November’s by-elections. 

 

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Senate, through Environment and Land Court (Amendment) Bill, 2025, proposes a two-year deadline for all land cases from the date they are filed in bid to cut down lengthy wait times. 

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NTSA suspends licenses of 62 PSV drivers drawn from six saccos after uncovering multiple violations and serious safety concerns during a recent compliance assessment. 

 

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Govt releases full scope of rules U.S. must adhere to following the signing of multi-billion-shilling health deal between Presidents Trump and Ruto's administrations amid data security concerns. 

 

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Kenya hosts the U.S. Special Forces-led Silent Warrior forum becoming only the second African country to host the high-level security event involving senior military leaders from 40 nations. 

 

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Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, who served as one of Rigathi Gachagua's lawyers during his impeachment trial, has reveals that he supports Kalonzo Musyoka's Wiper party, not DCP. 

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A new bill currently before the National Assembly seeks to make it mandatory for Kenyan publishers to submit copies of their creative works to Parliament. 

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Truphena Muthoni, a 22-year-old environmentalist, on course to break her own Guinness World Record of hugging a tree for 48 hours by hugging a tree for 72 hours as part of a silent protest against deforestation. 

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The Registrar of Political Parties approves the registration of former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s new outfit, the National Economic Development Party (NEDP). 

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Former Chief Agent of ODM leader Raila Odinga, Saitabao Ole Kanchory, claims the late Azimio candidate had a master plan to make President Ruto a one-term president. 

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President Ruto approves construction of high-end hotels inside Tsavo National Park and issues directives for park fees to be reviewed upwards in a bid to increase revenue obtained from the conservation zones. 

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Six human rights activities arrested outside the Embassy of Tanzania in Kenya amid anticipated protests in the neighbouring country. 

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Kenya and Tanzania have step up security measures to prevent Kenyans from accessing the borders and joining protests in Tanzania. 

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Betty Bayo’s mother Joyce Wairimu Mbugua, has filed a petition before ODPP, requesting an inquest into the gospel singer's death.

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Tension in Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) after detectives gun down two suspected armed robbers along Moi Avenue. 

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Kenyan faces deportation from the UK after serving a three-year jail term for causing life-changing injuries to a couple in a road incident. 

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Wiper’s Kalonzo Musyoka hints at plans to pursue private prosecution against the top leadership of IEBC over the disputed Malava and Mbeere North by-elections. 

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CBK reduces the Central Bank Rate (CBR) by 25 basis points to 9 from 9.25 per cent following a Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. 

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12-year-old girl, who went missing last week while playing with friends, was tortured, defiled and strangled to death before her body was dumped near a police station, an autopsy report has revealed. 

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula and Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi thrown into mourning following death of their elder brother, James Mukhwana Wetangula. 

 

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Detectives arrest man behind online accommodation scams targeting unsuspecting holidaymakers in Mombasa following weeks of complaints from victims who had booked non-existent holiday short-stay apartments (BnBs) through him. 

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First group of Kenyan police officers deployed to Haiti for an 18-month peacekeeping mission return home marking the end of their tenure under the Multi-National Security Support Mission, now Gang Suppression Force. 

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Queen Mary of Denmark is in Nairobi for a three-day State visit, which is expected to strengthen Kenya’s bilateral relations with Denmark, particularly with regard to international climate and development partnerships. 

 

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JKUAT dismisses viral reports purporting the institution's student portals were hacked and all pending fee balances cleared, clarifies system outage was due to maintenance. 

 

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ODM’s Kasmuel McOure rejects attempts by established politicians to influence the direction of the Broad-Based Government, launches Broad-Based Youth Front to lobby the govt directly. 

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Morning fire destroys property of unknown value in Nairobi’s densely populated Mlango Kubwa estate in Mathare area. 

 

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Mombasa County directs all organisers, promoters, venue owners and institutions planning to host events within the county to first inform the its disaster management committee. 

 

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Senator OleKina dismisses media reports by the Standard newspaper about the state of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, calling them "jealous and lazy" as he questioned their accuracy 

 

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Ministry of Defence recognised as the country's best-performing public institution after winning four national awards for excellence in financial reporting, accountability and public sector leadership at the 2025 Financial Reporting Awards (FiRe). 

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Kenya Navy Base in Manda Bay launches furnished Gender Sensitive Office and new maternity equipment at the Kenya Navy Base Manda Bay in Magogoni, Lamu. 

 

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At least 15 Kenyans among thousands of nationals listed among the 'worst of the worst' illegal aliens by the United States Department of Homeland Security. 

 

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Kenya Ports Authority MD Captain William Ruto sacks the entire Bandari FC Management Board following the club's deteriorating performance in the Kenya Premier League. 

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Kenya’s 5th Quick Reaction Force (KENQRF 5) intensifies patrols in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amid rising tensions following alleged ceasefire violations. 

 

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Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) moves to court challenging governance and oversight of the landmark Ksh200 billion health deal between Kenya and the United States. 

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The Mombasa County Government has announced that it will enforce a 6pm closing time for all beaches during the festive period to enhance tourist safety.

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The NTSA has warned the public against a fraudulent website, Mverified, falsely claiming to offer vehicle records and logbook services, urging victims to report the scam to authorities immediately.

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Authorities in Garissa have busted a flourishing illegal petrol network, dismantling unlicensed fuel points and warning that those behind the unsafe, untaxed trade will face prosecution.

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The High Court in Nakuru has suspended a KSh 2.1 billion roads deal between the county government and the NYS, citing a petition alleging procurement breaches and lack of public participation.