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Nancy Gitonga

Woman sues brother-in-law over husband's multi-million estate

A woman has filed a lawsuit against her brother-in-law, James Mathu Njau, accusing him of attempting to seize her late husband’s estate.

Woman sues brother-in-law over husband's multi-million estate

DPP wants Waititu, wife jailed over Sh588m fraud

DPP wants Waititu, wife jailed over Sh588m fraud

Two ex-NYS staff jailed over loss of Sh791 million

Two ex-NYS staff jailed over loss of Sh791 million

Activist seeks court nod to quash Kindiki appointment as DP

Activist seeks court nod to quash Kindiki appointment as DP

Gambling firm appeals against order banning use of speed dial features

Milestone Games Limited has filed an appeal challenging a High Court decision that upheld a consent order directing all gaming operators to cease using the speed dial feature on internet browsers.

Gambling firm appeals against order banning use of speed dial features

Court finds Nairobi slums evictions were illegal, orders compensation

The High Court has declared the forced eviction and demolition of houses in several Nairobi slums earlier this year illegal and unconstitutional.

Court finds Nairobi slums evictions were illegal, orders compensation

NYS officials to be jailed over NYS Sh791 m scandal

Two former NYS employees face imprisonment after they were found guilty of processing fraudulent payments, resulting in a loss of Sh791 million.

NYS officials to be jailed over NYS Sh791 m scandal

Kithure Kindiki it is as High Court lifts block on swearing-in

Prof Kithure Kindiki is set to be sworn in Friday as Kenya’s new Deputy President after a pivotal High Court ruling that lifted orders blocking his inauguration.

Kithure Kindiki it is as High Court lifts block on swearing-in

Kithure Kindiki it is

Prof Kithure Kindiki is set to be sworn in Friday as Kenya’s new Deputy President after a pivotal High Court ruling that lifted orders blocking his inauguration.

Kithure Kindiki it is

Four public officials deny forging academic papers

Four public officers have been arraigned in Milimani Law Court over charges of forging academic certificates to secure jobs and promotions.

Four public officials deny forging academic papers

Gender rule case circus plays out in court

The controversy over implementing the two-thirds gender rule has resurfaced in court following revelations that the Speakers of both Houses secured a stay order, halting legal proceedings.

Gender rule case circus plays out in court

Setback for former IEBC boss Oswago as court upholds jail term

Former IEBC chief executive James Oswago suffered a major setback on Wednesday when the High Court declined to quash his four-year jail term.

Setback for former IEBC boss Oswago as court upholds jail term

Court rules University lecturers' strike unlawful

Justice Agnes Nzei has ruled that the strike by UASU is unlawful on the grounds that their current demands are subject to negotiations as per the return-to-work formula signed on September 26, 2024.

Court rules University lecturers' strike unlawful

You're lying about cause of SHA hiccups, Omtatah tells CS Barasa

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah raised questions about the lack of a transitional period from NHIF, yet the new digital system would take up to two years to set up.

You're lying about cause of SHA hiccups, Omtatah tells CS Barasa

Humour, tension as Gachagua's impeachment battle resumes

Lawyers dressed in formal attire exchange not only legal jargon but also humorous jabs. Judges have joined in with remarks that elevate proceedings to a theatrical spectacle.

Humour, tension as Gachagua's impeachment battle resumes

Supreme Court hands Ruto relief, clears way for Finance Act, 2023

Supreme Court okays Finance Act 2023; finds Sections of Kenya Roads Act and Unclaimed Financial Assets Act unconstitutional.

Supreme Court hands Ruto relief, clears way for Finance Act, 2023

Supreme Court to decide fate of Finance Act 2023, Housing Levy

All eyes will be on the Supreme Court on Tuesday as it renders its decision on the government's appeal regarding the legality of the entire Finance Act, 2023.

Supreme Court to decide fate of Finance Act 2023, Housing Levy

High Court refers case against JKIA lease to Chief Justice

Adani Group has opposed the petition's jurisdiction, arguing that the dispute should fall under the Public-Private Partnership Petition Committee.

High Court refers case against JKIA lease to Chief Justice

Court orders police, AG not to arrest activist Morara

The High Court has ordered the government not to interfere with the activities of activist Morara Kebaso, who has been monitoring projects countrywide.

Court orders police, AG not to arrest activist Morara

Court stops ruling on murder case of former MP George Muchai

Seven suspects in the murder of former Kabete MP George Muchai have secured orders from the High Court to halt the lower court from delivering a judgment in their robbery with violence trial.

Court stops ruling on murder case of former MP George Muchai

High Court rules Affordable Housing levy constitutional

The High Court has upheld the constitutionality of the 1.5 per cent Affordable Housing levy imposed on workers, dismissing claims of double taxation and discrimination.

High Court rules Affordable Housing levy constitutional

Gachagua alleges bias, irregularities, hours before court hears case

The court is set to hear two cases regarding conservatory orders aimed at preventing deputy president nominee Kithure Kindiki from assuming office.

Gachagua alleges bias, irregularities, hours before court hears case

High Court adjourns JKIA-Adani case

The High Court was on Monday compelled to adjourn the hearing of a case challenging the proposal to lease Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to the Adani Group.

High Court adjourns JKIA-Adani case

Safaricom, AG urge court to dismiss petition against SHIF

Attorney General Dorcas Oduor, Safaricom, and the Senate have urged High Court to strike out an application seeking to halt implementation of Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).

Safaricom, AG urge court to dismiss petition against SHIF

Inside Gachagua's legal battle for political career and reputation

This week will mark another round of legal battle by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to save his political career and reputation after impeachment by Parliament.

Inside Gachagua's legal battle for political career and reputation

Court finds Omar Lali liable for Tecra Muigai's death

A Nairobi court has found Tecra Muigai's ex-boyfriend, Omari Lali, criminally liable for the death of the Nakuru senator's daughter.

Court finds Omar Lali liable for Tecra Muigai's death

Relief for TSC boss as High Court throws out corruption petition

It is a major win for the Teachers Service Commission CEO Nancy Macharia, after the High Court dismissed a petition seeking her removal from office over corruption allegations.

Relief for TSC boss as High Court throws out corruption petition

Master interrogator : Lawyer Elisha Ongoya steals limelight in Senate

Lawyer Elisha Ongoya has captured the public attention, especially after his masterful cross-examination of witnesses during Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment trial.

Master interrogator : Lawyer Elisha Ongoya steals limelight in Senate

EACC on Spot for failing to arrest Senator Mandago over Sh50m corruption allegations

EACC is in a spot for not arresting Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago over corruption allegations amounting to Sh50 million.

EACC on Spot for failing to arrest Senator Mandago over Sh50m corruption allegations

Mashujaa Day: Lobby group seeks to block Ruto from awarding 130 individuals

A petition has been filed to block President William Ruto's administration from granting national hero status to 130 individuals until the nomination process is scrutinised.

Mashujaa Day: Lobby group seeks to block Ruto from awarding 130 individuals

Court to rule on Mwangaza's impeachment on November 11

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza will on November 1 know whether she will remain in office pending the hearing and determination of her impeachment case.

Court to rule on Mwangaza's impeachment on November 11

DPP seeks to withdraw Sh7.6 billion graft case against Devani

DPP Renson Ingonga is seeking to withdraw the Sh7.6 billion corruption charges against businessman Yagnesh Devani and his firm, Triton Petroleum Company Limited.

DPP seeks to withdraw Sh7.6 billion graft case against Devani

CJ Koome appoints bench to hear Gachagua petitions

Chief Justice Martha Koome appointed a three-judge bench to hear five petitions challenging the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

CJ Koome appoints bench to hear Gachagua petitions

Gachagua alleges bribery and threats in impeachment fight

In a comprehensive 57-page petition lodged in the High Court, Gachagua paints a troubling picture of a political system rife with corruption, coercion, and manipulation.

Gachagua alleges bribery and threats in impeachment fight

Waluke, Wakhungu walk free after court overturns Sh2b fine over maize scandal

Judges say the previous harsh sentences and Sh2b fine imposed on the duo over the Sh300m maize scandal were unjustified in the dispute originating from money paid to Erad Supplies.

Waluke, Wakhungu walk free after court overturns Sh2b fine over maize scandal

Why High Court referred Gachagua petitions to CJ Koome

In his ruling, Justice Lawrence Mugambi stated that the issues raised in the petitions are serious legal matters that require the input of more than one judge.

Why High Court referred Gachagua petitions to CJ Koome

Gachagua now seeks to block Senate from impeachment hearing

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has filed a fresh case seeking orders to prohibit the Senate from proceeding with his impeachment hearing scheduled for next week

Gachagua now seeks to block Senate from impeachment hearing

Waluke free after Appellate court overturns 67-year sentence

Judges ruled that graft charges had no legs to stand on for them to be sentenced as the payment in question had been sanctioned by the High Court through civil proceedings.

Waluke free after Appellate court overturns 67-year sentence

Government sued over controversial Adani energy deal

The government has been sued for awarding a controversial multi-billion tender for constructing three electricity transmission lines and two substations to India’s Adani Group.

Government sued over controversial Adani energy deal

Why DP Gachagua is on slippery path

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua finds himself in a precarious position after the courts declined to suspend his impeachment process.

Why DP Gachagua is on slippery path

Judges rejected by Uhuru awarded Sh126 million

It is a major win for six Judges rejected by former President Uhuru Kenyatta after the High Court awarded them Sh126 million as compensation for violation of their rights.

Judges rejected by Uhuru awarded Sh126 million

Governor Mwangaza fights for delay of ouster, hits out at Kingi

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza mounted a spirited defence to remain in office pending the hearing and determination of her impeachment case.

Governor Mwangaza fights for delay of ouster, hits out at Kingi

High Court to rule whether judge bench will hear JKIA-Adani case

The High Court is set to decide whether a petition against the proposed leasing of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Adani Group will be heard by a three-judge bench.

High Court to rule whether judge bench will hear JKIA-Adani case

Court rejects 19 petitions, clears path for Gachagua impeachment

The 19 petitions failed to secure a conservatory order from eleven judges across the country, barring MPs from impeaching DP Rigathi Gachagua.

Court rejects 19 petitions, clears path for Gachagua impeachment

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