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Built Environment Experts Push for Climate-Resilient Cities

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Built environment professionals and stakeholders have called for a shift from reactive approaches to deliberate planning and development of resilient cities and communities. Speaking at the Architectural Association of Kenya Convention in Diani on behalf of Principal Secretary for Housing Charles M. Hinga, Acting Housing Secretary QS Cassius Kusienya, MBS, said Kenya’s rapidly growing towns are facing increasing pressure from climate change, inadequate infrastructure and unplanned development. Mr.Hinga said climate stress is already evident through flooding, failed drainage systems, rising temperatures, saline water sources, damaged roads and settlements located in vulnerable areas. On his part, Architects Chapter of Kenya President George A. Ndege said professionals must move beyond reacting to vulnerability and instead focus on designing, planning and building communities capable of adapting to future challenges. Mr.Hinga said financing remains a major challen...
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Stopping AMR at the Source: Tackling Self-Medication, Drug Pollution and Environmental Risks

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For Mollyn Anyango (not her real name), taking amoxicillin has become an almost routine response to any common cold, flu or persistent headaches. The Mikindani Estate resident says she rarely visits a health facility whenever sick or down with flu or cold,She instead, she turns to over-the-counter medication, which she says provides temporary relief. “Anytime I feel a headache, or flu I just go to a nearby dispensing  chemist and buy any antibiotics I want.They never ask me any question",she says. Anyango who works at an Export Processing Zone in Changamwe, has been self medicating for as long as she can remember.She sometimes increases the dosage or switches to another brand.Her reliance on amoxicillin has gradually become a habit.Any sign of illness, amoxicillin is her sure bet dosage. Her experience, however, highlights a wider public health concern of the growing culture of self-medication and inappropriate use of medicines, which experts warn can contribute to the...
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Two DCI Officers Arrested for Receiving Bribe

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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two officers attached to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Kipkelion Sub-County Offices over allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe. The suspects, Corporal Wesley Korir and Corporal Christopher Maina, allegedly demanded Ksh 500,000 from a complainant in exchange for terminating a murder case against him. EACC said after preliminary investigations, it mounted an operation that led to the arrest of the suspects on Thursday while receiving Ksh 120,000. "The suspect were processed at South Rift Regional Office and later released on a cash bail of Kes30,000 pending completion of investigations",Said DCI.
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Over 90 Investors Eye Dongo Kundu SEZ as Construction Progresses

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More than 90 investors have expressed interest in investing in the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Mombasa, with proposed investments spanning the gas, pharmaceutical and steel industries. Speaking during an official tour of the Dongo Kundu SEZ on Thursday, Transport Permanent Secretary Mohammed Dagar said the project had already attracted several investors, including Taifa Gas and Milly Glass. “Currently, we have Taifa Gas from an investor from our good neighbours, Tanzania. We have Milly Glass and other industries that are already on site,” Dagar said. Dagar praised President William Ruto's administration for what he described as a major project that will transform the Coast region by attracting investment and creating employment opportunities. The PS said the Dongo Kundu SEZ is expected to create about 40,000 jobs once fully completed. He further said the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) is currently constructing a berth at the SEZ, with completion ...
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Two Judiciary Staff Arrested for Soliciting, Receiving Bribe

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Two court officials from Eldoret and Nakuru Law Courts have been arrested for allegedly receiving Ksh 20,000 bribe. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), arrested a Court Assistant Ms. Linet Okungu attached to a Magistrate’s Court , after allegedly receiving Ksh 20,000. The cash was part of a bribe sought to facilitate the issuance of a stay order stopping the auction of a parcel of land in a matter pending before the court. The arrest followed a complaint by a court user who alleged that a Magistrate had demanded Kes50,000 to secure the stay order.  "The suspect was processed at Eldoret Police Station and later released on a cash bail of Ksh20,000 pending completion of investigations". In a separate incident in Nakuru, EACC arrested a court process server attached to the Nakuru Law Courts Civil Registry for allegedly soliciting and receiving a bribe to allocate a convenient mention date for a complainant’s case. Mr. Benard Ngen...
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Parliament Liaison Committee Meets in Mombasa to Clear Legislative Backlog

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The Parliamentary Liaison Committee is meeting in Mombasa to fast-track key House business as Parliament enters its final year before adjourning for the 2027 General Election. Led by Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss, the lawmakers are seeking to accelerate key legislation, budget matters and committee work ahead of the elections. Boss said the committee is reviewing unfinished business and exploring ways of ensuring that critical matters are completed before Parliament adjourns in June 2027. She added that Parliament is also considering whether additional Accounts Committees may be necessary to speed up the scrutiny of government expenditure and clear the existing backlog. “We have been able to align our activities, which is why we meet yearly as a Liaison Committee. Before, we had legal challenges as a committee, for example, on the Public Accounts Committee, but we were able to abide by the law,” she said. The Deputy Speaker also reiterated that the Independent Elec...
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President Samia Suluhu's Husband is Dead

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Mr. Amir Hussein Hafidh, husband of Tanzania President Samia Hassan has died. The announcement was made today Monday,7th September 2026,  by the country's vice president Mr. Deogratious Ndejembi. Mr Ndejembi said Hafidh died at 8am at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar, where he was receiving treatment for a heart condition. President Dr. William Ruto sent his condolences to Tanzania following the death of the 1st Gentleman. President Ruto said "Kenya stands with our Tanzanian brothers and sisters in this moment of grief. May Almighty God comfort President Samia and her family, give them strength through this difficult time, and grant Hafidh Ameir Hassan eternal rest" . #Tanzania #SamiaSuluhu #Ruto #Zanzibar
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