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Police on Friday morning arrested Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) Director General Daniel Kiptoo, Kenya Pipeline Company Managing Director Joe Sang, Petroleum Principal Secretary Mohamed Liban and Deputy Director of Petroleum Joseph Wafula.

Kenya’s 2025/2026 budget is set to rise sharply after the National Assembly approved Ksh.363 billion in supplementary estimates, lifting the total allocation to Ksh.4.6 trillion from the Ksh. 4.3 trillion initially proposed by the Treasury.

Fresh allegations have emerged over the management of Kenya’s fuel sector, with Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro claiming that powerful interests within government are using the system to benefit a select few rather than ordinary citizens.

A tense confrontation unfolded after Nairobi Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service Geofrey Omatoke Mosiria publicly called out pedestrians for failing to use a designated footbridge, instead choosing to cross a busy road at ground level.

Energy Cabinet Secretary James Opiyo Wandayi has come under sharp scrutiny, with mounting questions over his possible awareness of the alleged diversion of substandard fuel worth approximately KSh4 billion into the local market.

The fight caught the attention of the president, who placed Ksh2 million in support.

The authority said the crash, which occurred at Taita Taveta along Mombasa road, claimed the life of his daughter.

ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo announced that Ntutu will serve as a board member for a period of three years, effective April 2, 2026.

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti met Maureen Mwende, sister of comedian Sammy Kioko, to resolve a Sh19 million payment dispute, assuring that the matter will be settled through official procedures.

Nairobi County has come under scrutiny following revelations in the Auditor General’s report that Ksh1.9 billion was withdrawn from the county salary account without any supporting documentation.

In a recent televised interview, Kenyan First Lady Rachel Ruto claimed that she has “never witnessed drought in the country” and suggested that recent rains have ensured food security.

A fresh dispute has emerged within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after former Makadara MP Reuben Ndolo claimed that his faction has the party’s official certificate.

The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced planned electricity interruptions for several counties on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. These outages are part of routine maintenance and network upgrades aimed at improving power reliability. Residents and businesses in the affected areas are advised to treat all electrical installations as live and plan accordingly.

A new standoff has arisen in Parliament after National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula rejected a letter, purportedly from the Azimio La Umoja – One Kenya Coalition Party, proposing changes to House leadership.

Comedian Sammy Kioko and Tom Daktari were allegedly arrested during a protest at Machakos County offices over delayed payments for county contracts. Kioko claims he is owed KSh 19 million for supplied uniforms, sparking a tense standoff captured on video.

Power users in several regions across the country are expected to experience temporary electricity interruptions on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, as the Kenya Power and Lighting Company carries out planned maintenance works.

Raila Odinga’s lawyer, Paul Mwangi, now says the late former Prime Minister had a backup plan to use against President Ruto in 2027.

Electricity consumers across various parts of the country should brace for temporary power cuts on Monday, March 30, 2026, as the Kenya Power and Lighting Company undertakes scheduled system maintenance.

Raila Odinga’s lawyer, Paul Mwangi, has revealed that the late former Prime Minister never wanted to compete against President Ruto in 2027.

Police in Njoro have rescued 67 girls who were allegedly being held in a house as they awaited travel to the Middle East for employment.