Cliffe Oloo, Author at Fourtheye Africa

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Gachagua Hails 40 MPs Who Opposed Finance Bill 2026, Says They Stood With Kenyans

Cliffe OlooJune 19, 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has praised 40 Members of the National Assembly who voted against the 2026/27 Finance Bill, describing them as “true heroes” who chose to stand with Kenyans rather than support what he termed an oppressive piece of legislation. In a statement issued following the vote on Thursday, June 18, 2026, Gachagua […]

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Starehe Boys Announces Early Mid-Term Break Amid Unrest in Schools

Centrine OgonyoJune 19, 2026

Starehe Boys’ Centre and School has announced an early closure for the mid-term break, adjusting its academic calendar to allow for preparations ahead of the institution’s annual Founders Memorial event. In a statement issued by Director Fred Okono, the school said students will proceed on half-term break on Friday, June 19, 2026, and return on […]

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Three Arrested After Armed Gang Raid Chemelil Academy in Muhoroni

Centrine OgonyoJune 19, 2026

Police in Muhoroni Sub-County have arrested three suspects linked to a violent attack in which a gang stormed Chemelil Academy, vandalised property and injured staff members. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) the incident occurred on June 18, 2026, after officers received a distress call reporting an ongoing raid at the school. Responding […]

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Gachagua Hails 40 MPs Who Opposed Finance Bill 2026, Says They Stood With Kenyans

Cliffe OlooJune 19, 2026

ODM Clarifies Tribunal Ruling on Case Involving Edwin Sifuna

Cliffe OlooJune 19, 2026

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has issued a detailed clarification following a ruling by the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) regarding disciplinary proceedings initiated against its Secretary General, Senator Edwin Sifuna. In a statement released by ODM’s executive director on Thursday, June 18, 2026, Oduor Ong’wen, the party said the tribunal’s latest decision has cleared the […]

Konza Technopolis Officially Renamed Technopolis Development Authority Under New Law

Cliffe OlooJune 19, 2026

The Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) has officially changed its name to Technopolis Development Authority following the enactment of the Technopolis Act, 2026. In a statement released by KoTDA on June 18, the Authority said the change took effect after President William Ruto assented to the Technopolis Act, 2026 on May 11, 2026. The law […]

Gachagua Urges MPs to Reject Finance Bill 2026 in High-Stakes Vote

Cliffe OlooJune 18, 2026

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) Leader Rigathi Gachagua has directed Members of Parliament allied to him to vote against the Finance Bill 2026, arguing that the legislation would have adverse effects on Kenyan citizens. In a statement posted on social media on Thursday June 18, Gachagua said the outcome of the vote would clearly show […]

Ruto Invites Arsenal to Kenya After Premier League Triumph Sparks Celebrations

Cliffe OlooJune 18, 2026

President William Ruto has revealed that he has invited English Premier League champions Arsenal F.C. to visit Kenya following widespread celebrations by the club’s supporters across the country after their league title victory. Speaking to Reuters during an interview on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, Ruto said he was surprised by the […]

Orengo Slams KSh2 Billion Compensation Plan for Protest Victims

Cliffe OlooJune 17, 2026

Siaya Governor James Orengo has strongly criticized the government’s proposed Ksh2 billion compensation framework for victims of recent protests, arguing that it reduces human life and constitutional rights to a financial calculation. In a detailed statement issued on Tuesday, Orengo accused the Ruto administration of normalising state violence rather than preventing it, saying the reparations […]

KFS Appeals for Help to Trace Missing Legal Services Manager Esther Keige

Cliffe OlooJune 16, 2026

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has issued a public appeal for information regarding the disappearance of one of its senior staff members, Ms. Esther Wairimu Keige. Keige, who serves as Manager of Legal Services at the KFS, was reported missing, prompting the organisation to release an official missing person notice. KFS urged authorities and the […]

COFEK Moves to Court to Challenge Finance Bill, 2026 Over Tax, Privacy and Trade Provisions

Cliffe OlooJune 16, 2026

The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has filed a constitutional petition at the High Court in Nairobi challenging several provisions of the Finance Bill, 2026, terming them unconstitutional, disproportionate and harmful to public interest if enacted. In a certificate of urgency filed before the Constitutional and Human Rights Division of the High Court, COFEK argues […]

Huduma Kenya Services Disrupted Following Data Centre Power Outage

Cliffe OlooJune 15, 2026

Kenyans seeking government services at Huduma Centres across the country will have to wait longer after a power outage disrupted operations at the agency’s data centre. In a public notice issued on Monday, June 15, 2026, Huduma Kenya announced that its services had been temporarily suspended due to the unexpected outage, which affected the systems […]

Kenya Condemns Israel’s Ban on Kenyan Travellers Amid Ebola Fears

Cliffe OlooJune 15, 2026

Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Korir Sing’Oei has issued a strong protest against Israel’s decision to impose travel restrictions on Kenyan nationals amid concerns over the Ebola virus outbreak in the region. In a post shared on X, Sing’Oei described the move as “unfortunate,” highlighting Kenya’s proactive role in regional surveillance and response efforts. According […]