High Court Protects KWAL from Seizure of Alcoholic Beverages

The High Court has intervened to prevent the seizure of alcoholic products produced by Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL) from the Kenyan market by state agencies. KWAL, a reputable manufacturer established in 1969, produces popular brands such as Hunters Choice whisky, Kibao vodka, Kingfisher, Viceroy brandy, Best Cream, Best Whisky, and Best Vodka. The company…

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Universities’ mess deepens over CBA, new funding plan

Kenya Universities Staff Union and University Academic Staff Union members at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology protest in Kakamega town on September 18, 2024. [By Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]  Workers in public universities have downed tools, signalling the deepening mess in institutions of higher learning. With students still grumbling over the new funding model…

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Pomp and colour as President Ruto officially flags off Junior Stars to historic U-17 World Cup

The 23-member squad, set to leave on Thursday, September 19, 2024 and will be accompanied by eight officials as they prepare for the highly anticipated tournament. In a heartwarming display of support, President William Ruto officially flagged off Kenya’s Junior Starlets at State House on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, ahead of their departure to Spain….

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KNCHR condemns case of police brutality witnessed during protests by Multimedia University Students

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has denounced the violent treatment of Trevor Mureithi, a student at Multimedia University, during protests on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. The incident, captured in a disturbing video, showed police officers assaulting Trevor amidst a student demonstration. “The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) condemns in the…

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Acting IG Replaces Justice Mugambi’s Security Officers, Rejects Claims of Intimidation

Acting Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli reported on Tuesday that the security officers assigned to Justice Lawrence Mugambi have been replaced, not withdrawn. Masengeli stated that two VIP protection officers from the Judiciary Police Unit have taken over the duties of the previous officers. He clarified that all officers seconded to various government institutions remain under…

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