Nairobi – Kenyan environmentalist Dr Isaac Kalua Green has challenged governments, corporations, and climate campaigns to move beyond merely counting trees planted and instead measure their actual survival rates. Green, Chief Steward of the Green Africa Foundation, made this call after presenting his new book, Come Back and Check, to Prince Albert II of Monaco at the Prince’s Palace. The meeting also served to renew a two-decade partnership between the Green Africa Foundation and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation. Both organisations will explore broader cooperation on climate action, conservation, biodiversity, and community livelihoods across Africa. Green explained that his new book’s central argument is straightforward: tree planting is only the initial step, and climate claims must be substantiated by evidence of survival. “For years, we have measured our progress by what we plant on the day of planting, not by what is still standing when no one is watching,” Green stated. He urged the Kenyan government and other governments to verify previous planting efforts before announcing new targets. “My appeal to the Kenyan government, and to governments everywhere, is simple: come back and check what you planted before you announce what you plan to plant next,” he said. In Come Back and Check, Green applies the same rigorous scrutiny to his own Plant Your Age campaign, whic...
Read briefing Police have launched an investigation into the violence that disrupted a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) delegates’ meeting at Nembure Stadium in Embu County on Saturday afternoon. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has deployed a special team to identify those behind the incident. Eastern Regional Police Commander Stephen Chebet confirmed that investigators are pursuing individuals suspected of involvement in the chaos, vowing that those found culpable would be brought to justice. “We have begun investigations into the persons behind this heinous act, and in due course, we are going to bring them to book,” Chebet stated. He added that the DCI had selected a special team to conduct in-depth investigations into the incident and establish what transpired. “The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has selected a special team that is currently ongoing with investigations,” Chebet said, adding that Kenyans would be informed of the findings once the probe is completed. The violence erupted towards the end of a UDA delegates’ meeting attended by the Deputy President and other party officials at Nembure Stadium. According to Chebet, the meeting had proceeded peacefully until a group of uninvited individuals attempted to force their way into the venue. Security officers guarding the meeting blocked the group from accessing the stadium, after which the group moved to the Embu-...
Read briefing The introduction of Ozempic and Wegovy in Kenya is drawing attention to the country’s growing cardio-metabolic health burden, as healthcare experts call for a more comprehensive approach to the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes, obesity and related conditions. The growing burden of diabetes, obesity and other cardio-metabolic conditions in Kenya is putting renewed focus on the need for early diagnosis, appropriate treatment and long-term disease management. Speaking during a scientific launch event in Nairobi on Saturday to introduce Ozempic for the management of type 2 diabetes and Wegovy for weight management in people living with obesity or overweight with associated health conditions, healthcare experts called for a more comprehensive approach to the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes, obesity and related conditions. Hosted by Novo Nordisk the launch brings renewed attention to two interconnected health challenges that are increasingly placing pressure on individuals, families and health systems, while highlighting the importance of early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, prevention and long-term management. The event brought together healthcare professionals, experts, policymakers and other stakeholders to discuss developments in diabetes and obesity care, the science underpinning new treatment options, and the role of partnerships and innovation in re...
Read briefing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has condemned the disruption of a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) meeting in Nembure, Embu County, and has demanded action against those responsible for the ensuing violence. Kindiki, who also serves as UDA deputy party leader, expressed the party’s regret over the loss and damage allegedly caused after youths were allegedly mobilised to disrupt the meeting earlier on Saturday. “The United Democratic Alliance Party regrets the loss and damage brought about by those responsible for organising the youth to disrupt our party meeting in Nembure, Embu earlier today,” Kindiki stated. He called upon law enforcement agencies to take punitive measures against those responsible for the disruption, emphasising that political competition should not be driven by violence. The Deputy President reiterated that UDA supports issue-based politics, where parties compete on their development record, policy priorities, and plans for Kenya’s future. “The Party stands for issue-based politics and a contest around who or which party has a better development track record and policy goals for Kenya’s future,” he said. Kindiki accused political opponents of seeking support through what he described as lies, violence, and slogans. He maintains that political parties should instead engage voters through their policies and track record. The DP confirmed that the ruling part...
Read briefing BRICS leaders and ministry representatives addressed the group’s Business Forum on the eve of the summit in New Delhi. They discussed the role of member states in shaping a new model of global development and emphasised the need to strengthen trade links, develop industrial cooperation, attract investment and expand the use of digital technologies. Brazil’s Foreign Minister, Mauro Vieira, highlighted the far-reaching transformations in the global system resulting from the growth of the Global South. According to the minister, since 1960, the share of low- and middle-income countries in global GDP has risen from 20 per cent to over 50 per cent. Vieira emphasised that strengthening ties between the manufacturing sectors of the group’s member states is of particular importance and highlighted Brazil’s commitment to economic openness and the diversification of partnerships. “Within the BRICS framework, our trade with member countries accounts for more than a third of Brazil’s total foreign trade. In 2024, Brazil implemented its most far-reaching tax reform to date, aimed at simplifying the system and bringing it into line with modern international practices. In 2025, Brazil became the world’s third-largest recipient of foreign direct investment, attracting over US$77 billion,” he noted. The minister highlighted the participation in the forum of senior executives from more than 15 m...
Read briefing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended President William Ruto’s development record, asserting that the Kenya Kwanza administration has fulfilled the majority of its 2022 election promises and deserves another term to complete its agenda. Speaking to UDA polling centre officials in Manyatta, Embu County, Kindiki highlighted achievements in education, healthcare, agriculture, roads, housing, and youth employment as proof that the administration has delivered on its manifesto commitments. He stated that the government had increased the education budget from Ksh500 billion in 2022 to Ksh784 billion this year, recruiting 100,000 teachers, with an additional 20,000 expected to be hired next month. “There is no administration in the Republic of Kenya that has employed more teachers than the administration of William Ruto and UDA,” Kindiki said, arguing that the government had achieved in four years what would previously have taken more than two decades. The Deputy President also pointed to the strengthening of the Kenyan shilling, reduced agricultural input costs, and improved prices for some farm products as indicators of economic progress. He noted that the price of fertiliser had fallen from Ksh7,000 to Ksh2,000 per bag, while certified maize seed prices had been halved. He also cited higher coffee and milk prices as evidence of improved returns for farmers. In healthcare, K...
Read briefing Kirinyaga County has called for an end to the silence and stigma surrounding mental health and suicide, urging residents to start conversations, seek help early and support people experiencing emotional and psychological distress. The call was made Thursday as the county joined the rest of the world in marking World Suicide Prevention Day, under the theme “Changing the Narrative on Suicide” and the call to action “Start the Conversation.” Speaking on behalf of her health counterpart, the County Executive Committee Member for Gender and Youth Millicent Ngari, said suicide prevention must be treated as a collective public health and governance responsibility rather than an issue left to individuals, grieving families or mental health professionals alone. The CECM said the county was implementing national policies and guidelines on suicide prevention while strengthening mental health services, advocacy, referral systems and collaboration among different sectors. She noted that the county is also prioritizing mental health services in health financing, improving health infrastructure, expanding the mental health workforce, ensuring availability of essential medicines and strengthening referral and emergency care pathways. Ngari added that the county government is further working to establish and sustain multi-sectoral forums bringing together health, education, youth affairs, socia...
Read briefing 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of BRICS cooperation and represents a new stage for the group following its expansion, with stronger consensus, practical cooperation and people-to-people exchanges among its key priorities, Lyu Wenbao, associate researcher at the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies, said in an exclusive interview with TV BRICS. According to the expert, BRICS should focus on strengthening consensus among its members and promoting a more inclusive approach to global governance amid changes in the international landscape. “BRICS needs to uphold true multilateralism and work together to make global governance more fair and more inclusive,” Lyu Wenbao said. The expert also identified practical cooperation in trade, finance, green development and the digital economy as a key priority. “BRICS countries should create more opportunities and bring greater benefits to developing countries, especially countries of the Global South,” the expert said. Lyu Wenbao also highlighted the importance of expanding people-to-people exchanges. According to her, BRICS cooperation extends beyond interaction between governments, while closer connections among people can strengthen mutual understanding and provide a foundation for long-term cooperation. “BRICS is not only about cooperation between governments; it is also about closer connections among peoples, because mutual un...
Read briefing National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has defended President William Ruto’s call for foreign nationals living and doing business in Kenya to regularise their status saying the directive is intended to enforce existing laws and protect opportunities for local entrepreneurs. According to Speaker Wetang’ula, Kenya remains open to investors and other foreign nationals but insisted that those operating businesses in the country must have the necessary documentation, licences and permits. Speaking during a bodaboda empowerment drive in Endebess Constituency, Trans Nzoia County, Wetang’ula said the President’s remarks should not be interpreted as a move to shut Kenya’s doors to other Africans. He said Kenya had continued to welcome visitors and investors from other African countries, including members of the East African Community (EAC), and had made it easier for Africans to enter the country. “What the President wants, and all of us want, is that when you leave Kenya for Uganda, you must register yourself with the authorities so that they know a visitor has entered our territory, not to bar you in any way,” Wetang’ula said. He said the same principle should apply to EAC nationals entering Kenya, arguing that authorities needed to know who was entering the country and the purpose of their visit. Wetang’ula said Kenya welcomed legitimate investment but questioned the classificati...
Read briefing The United Nations has called for global cooperation to help prevent and address transnational organized crime which has now become more complex and sophisticated. Speaking to more than 1,000 United Nations staff across the world on Friday, Executive Director, United Nations office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Amb. Monica Juma rallied members to steer their focus on the increasingly converging, technology aided, threats of transnational organized crime, drugs, corruption and terrorism. “For UNODC, I laid out our strategic focus and how we can turn our expertise into greater impact on the ground through more integrated and agile programming,” she said. During the meeting, Amb. Juma also called for the strengthening of UNODC’s role as an integrated, modern UN hub and a vital centre for support. The post UNODC calls for cooperation to curb transnational organized crime appeared first on KBC Digital.
Read briefing The new partnership involving Jamaican-owned JN Money Services and fintech company, WapiPay, headquartered in Kenya, is being positioned as more than a commercial arrangement, with officials pointing to its potential to strengthen links between Jamaica and Africa. The partnership comes at a significant point, especially in Kenya-Jamaica relations, following the opening of Kenya’s first resident High Commission in Kingston in July. Kenya’s Foreign Ministry has described the new mission as a platform for expanding political dialogue, economic cooperation, trade, investment and people-to-people relations between the two countries. It has also identified Jamaica as an important gateway to the wider Caribbean Community (CARICOM) market. Against that backdrop, Mwenda Karisa, Kenya’s High Commissioner to Jamaica, said the partnership fits into the mission’s broader bilateral strategy of creating practical opportunities for cooperation between Kenya and Jamaica. “It is the kind of partnership that we envision when we started the mission here; partnerships not just in fintech but in many other areas of collaboration that will strengthen the bilateral relations between Jamaica and Kenya and we’re looking forward to being part of this interesting journey,” she affirmed. Ambassador Karisa was delivering remarks at a joint press event to launch the JN Money and WapiPay partnership at the JN...
Read briefing 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. Following preliminary investigations, the Commission mounted an operation that led to the arrest of the suspects earlier today while receiving Ksh 120,000. The suspect was processed at South Rift Regional Office and later released on a cash bail of Ksh 30,000 pending completion of investigations. EACC reiterated its commitment to combating corruption in all sectors and urged members of the public to continue reporting bribery and other corrupt conduct through the Commission’s official reporting channels. The post Two DCI officers arrested for bribery appeared first on KBC Digital.
Read briefing KBC Radio Taifa presenter Edmonds Kweyu Salasya has died. Salasya, who also served as an Assistant Producer, died Thursday morning after he suddenly fell ill at his home and was rushed to hospital for urgent medical attention, but died despite efforts by doctors to save his life. In an internal memo to staff, KBC Managing Director Agnes Kalekye mourned Salasya, describing him as a dedicated professional and dependable colleague. “It is with profound shock and a heavy heart that I write to you today. On behalf of the Board of Directors and the entire Management team, we have lost a beloved member of our KBC family, Mr. Edmonds Kweyu Salasya of Radio Taifa,” the memo reads in part. Kalekye commended Salasya’s passion for his work and contribution to KBC, noting that he was a steady presence in the Corporation’s studios. “He was a dedicated professional, a dependable teammate and a steady presence in our studios. His passion for his work and his contribution to the Corporation will be deeply missed,” the MD stated. His body has since been moved to Montenzuma Funeral Home as the family makes arrangements for his burial. The Corporation will also provide professional counselling support to staff affected by the loss through the Human Resources Management and Development Department. The post KBC Radio Taifa presenter Edmonds Salasya dies appeared first on KBC Digital.
Read briefing In a shocking move, the Senegalese Football Federation shifted the national team’s AFCON 2027 home qualifying match to Mozambique. According to the FSF statement, it has asked Mozambique to host their Group J opening match on the 25th of this month, a fixture initially pencilled for Dakar. The federation says it has no venue following the closure of the Léopold Sedar Senghor for renovation while their 2nd home venue, the Abdoulaye Waye stadium, will be used for the Youth Olympics. In the whole scenario, the FSF was caught asleep as it only realised the state of their home venues two weeks before the match. The federation has notified CAF of the same,a move that gives Mozambique an upper hand as they will host the Teranga Lions twice in Maputo in their Group J qualifiers. The post Shock as lack of stadia force ‘African Champions’ Senegal to play AFCON qualifiers in exile appeared first on KBC Digital.
Read briefing Hope Mobility Kenya, in collaboration with Standard Chartered Kenya, has launched a campaign where its founder, Michael Panther, will participate in the 42-kilometre Nairobi Marathon on 25 October. Panther will participate in the marathon in a first-of-its-kind professional racing wheelchair seeking to raise funds to acquire at least 200 custom-fitted pediatric wheelchairs for children living with disability. Hope Mobility Kenya is a charity organisation that fabricates and distributes approximately 3,500 wheelchairs to Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in Kenya. Using the professional wheelchair christened “the Red Ferrari” Panther says he hopes to give children a lease of life by giving them a chance to access education, healthcare, and a social life. “I am excited about this campaign as I have begun training. As a Champion for Mobility, I hope to impact the lives of our children by giving them access to an education, health care and a glimpse into friendships with their peers. Through his lived experience as PWD, Panther says challenging himself to participate in the race is not proof of athleticism but a historic quest to influence policy and decision makers to come together for a course that has long-term impact on children’s lives. Regina Mukiri, Head of Community Engagement and Impact, Kenya and Africa at Standard Chartered said, “Sport should be open to everyone. Through...
Read briefing ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga is in the United Kingdom (UK) for a routine medical checkup. In a statement, Oginga said the visit will allow him to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of his health while taking time to rest and rejuvenate, following advice from his doctors and party leadership. He described the medical break as a deliberate period for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to assess its institutional strength and ability to operate effectively in the absence of its party leader. Oginga expressed confidence in the party’s internal mechanisms and structures to sustain its day-to-day operations without interruption. “As I attend to these personal health routine checks, that naturally come with advancing years, I view taking this step back as a deliberate, strategic moment for our movement. This is a time of transition, where the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is being tested on its readiness and preparedness on institutionalism,” he stated. During his absence, Deputy Party Leaders Paul Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir, alongside the National Central Committee and the party secretariat, will steer the party’s operations. “As an elder who has walked this long journey with you, I have absolute faith in their collective leadership, discipline, and vision to steer our movement effectively,” Oginga said. He urged ODM members and officials to cooperate with the p...
Read briefing Major investment reforms have positioned Kenya as a strategic hub for Africa’s 1.4 billion people, President William Ruto has said. The President said Kenya has deliberately moved from policy to implementation in its efforts to improve the business environment, strengthen investor confidence and attract capital. He made the remarks when he addressed the fifth American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Business Summit in Nairobi on Wednesday. The summit, whose theme is “Advancing Mutual Prosperity Through Trade and Investment”, brought together investors and delegates from more than 30 countries. President Ruto pointed out that more than 50 business-enabling reforms have been undertaken over the past three years, many directly responding to concerns raised by investors. Recalling commitments he made at the 2023 AmCham Summit, the President explained that the Government has delivered on several of the pledges. “I said we would remove VAT on exported services. We did. I said verified tax refunds would be paid within six months or become available for offset. That is now law,” he said. He added: “I said we would end the premature taxation of shares allocated to start-up employees. We did. And I said we would remove 30 per cent local equity requirement deterring major technology firms. We removed it.” He noted that other reforms include reduced local ownership requirements for pension sc...
Read briefing Ukambani political parties will not dissolve to join Wiper, National Liberal Party (NLP) leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli has said. Dr. Muli was reacting to the recent exchange between Mike Sonko, leader of the National Economic and Development Party (NEDP), and Hon. Urbanus Kyalo Wambua of Wiper Party. According to Dr. Muli, the exchange exposed what he termed a dangerous attitude in Ukambani politics that any leader who refuses to fold his party into Wiper and support Kalonzo Musyoka must be working for President William Ruto. “Since when did having your own political party become an act of betrayal? Since when did supporting Kalonzo become a test of Kamba patriotism? And since when did disagreeing with Wiper automatically make someone a State House project?” Dr. Muli posed. He said Ukambani does not belong to Wiper but to its people, and that Kamba leaders have a democratic right to support Ruto, Kalonzo, Matiang’i, any other candidate, or to build their own parties and negotiate independently. “That is democracy. What is not democracy is telling people: ‘Fold your party and support Kalonzo or you are our enemy.’ That is not unity. That is political intimidation,” he said. Dr. Muli defended engagement with President William Ruto, saying there is nothing wrong with working with the sitting President if it delivers development. “What is wrong with working with William Ruto anywa...
Read briefing The Budget and Appropriations Committee has stepped up oversight of the implementation of the FY 2025/26 national budget, with the Controller of Budget, Dr. Margaret Nyakang’o, highlighting progress and proposing measures to strengthen efficiency, accountability and value for money in public expenditure. Appearing before the Committee, chaired by Vice Chairperson Robert Pukose, Dr. Nyakang’o presented an assessment of revenue performance, Exchequer releases, implementation of priority Government programmes, donor-funded programmes and pending bills for both the National and County Governments. The Controller of Budget highlighted the reduction in pending bills owed by National Government entities. Dr. Nyakang’o said the reduction demonstrated progress in efforts to address pending obligations, while recommending that verified bills continue to be settled on a First-In, First-Out basis and within approved budgets. The Committee also examined the implementation of the Electronic Government Procurement System (EGPS), which is intended to enhance transparency, efficiency and accountability in public procurement. Japheth Nyakundi asked, “What is the challenge affecting EGPS, as we speak funds have been disbursed for NG-CDF but projects can’t be undertaken.” Dr. Nyakang’o noted that although the transition had presented challenges, including integration with existing systems and a le...
Read briefing Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has called on African countries to deepen cooperation in aviation and accelerate the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) to improve connectivity and drive economic growth. Mudavadi said Africa could not fully realise its economic potential while air travel between neighbouring countries remained costly, slow and dependent on transit points outside the continent. Speaking on Wednesday during the 10th Aviation Africa Summit and Exhibition at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Mudavadi said better air connectivity was critical to Africa’s economic transformation and regional integration. “Aviation is not just a means of transportation. It is an enabler of trade, tourism, investment, healthcare, education, humanitarian assistance and cultural exchange,” he said. “It connects people, markets and opportunities. For Africa, a continent of immense geographical diversity and enormous economic potential, aviation is a strategic necessity.” The summit brought together policymakers, regulators, aviation industry leaders, investors, innovators, development partners and other professionals to discuss challenges and opportunities facing the continent’s aviation sector. Mudavadi welcomed delegates to Nairobi, describing the city as a regional financial, logistics and dip...
Read briefing National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has challenged women to take a more active role in politics and contest elective positions in the 2027 General Election instead of limiting themselves to supporting the ambitions of male politicians. Speaker Wetang’ula said increased participation of women in elective politics was critical to improving their representation in decision-making at both county and national levels. “Women should not only be voters and supporters of other people’s political ambitions. I want to see more women come forward, seek elective positions and compete for leadership at all levels,” Wetang’ula said. The Speaker was speaking on Wednesday during a meeting with women leaders representing the four wards of Kimilili Constituency at his residence in Kabuchai. Wetangula was accompanied by Bungoma Senator David Wakoli, Webuye East MP Martin Pepela, sittings among The meeting focused on education, infrastructure, livelihoods and the role of women in political leadership ahead of the 2027 elections. Wetang’ula cited Sitikho Ward in Webuye West Constituency Hon. Grace Sundukwa as an example of a woman who had successfully built a political base and retained an elective position. Sundukwa has been elected three times as the Member of the County Assembly for Sitikho Ward in Webuye West Constituency. “Look at Hon. Grace Sundukwa, a small girl we picked from the univ...
Read briefing First Lady Rachel Ruto on Tuesday flagged off relief supplies for distribution to 39 day secondary schools across Kisumu County during an event at Lwala Kadawa Comprehensive School. About 12,000 learners from five drought-affected sub-counties are set to benefit from the State Department for Children Services initiative, which aims to support vulnerable children and families affected by the ongoing drought and ensure learners remain in school. The event brought together the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, representatives of the Kisumu County Government, National Government officers and development partners, underscoring the importance of a coordinated, multi-sectoral approach to supporting children and vulnerable families. Principal Secretary for Children Services Carren Ageng’o thanked the First Lady for the support, noting that such initiatives nurture hope, inspire confidence, and encourage children to envision and pursue a brighter future. She reiterated the Government’s commitment to protecting the rights of children in the country. “The State Department for Children Services remains committed to strengthening partnerships and advancing interventions that safeguard the rights, dignity and wellbeing of every child, particularly those in vulnerable circumstances,” she said. Earlier in the day, the First Lady attended a women’s empowerment meeting at Kisian Chief’s...
Read briefing The Government has moved to resolve outstanding compliance issues with Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited following the suspension of the company’s operations. In a statement, Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho said the Government and the company had agreed to establish a high-level technical committee to facilitate a comprehensive and timely resolution of the outstanding matters. “Following the suspension of operations at Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited, today at my office I led a fruitful engagement with the Company’s executives regarding the compliance concerns we raised as a Ministry,” said Joho. The committee will be led by the Principal Secretary for Mining Harry Kimtai on behalf of the Ministry and the Chief Executive Officer of Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited Swaminathan Nagarajan on behalf of the company. The key issues to be addressed by the committee include mineral beneficiation and in-country value addition, outstanding community benefits and royalty obligations, unresolved land matters and the opening up of the area for multiple mineral extraction. “The committee will undertake a detailed technical review of the outstanding and unresolved compliance matters, prepare and submit a report to my office for consideration and further direction,” Joho stated. Additionally, the committee will address outstanding matters between the company and the Kajiado County Government. “As...
Read briefing Two more suspects in connection with the alleged Ksh1.5 billion fraud involving the Programme for Rural Outreach of Financial Innovations and Technologies (PROFIT) have been arraigned in court. Paul Mukasiali Shilaho, a sole proprietor of Shilal Supplies and Kemula Agencies, and Billy Otieno Obango, a Project Accountant at PROFIT, appeared before the Anti-Corruption Court in Nairobi. Shilaho faced six counts of fraud, while Obango faced 45 counts. The two suspects denied all the charges. The prosecution did not oppose their release on bail or bond but asked the court to consider the nature and seriousness of the alleged offences when setting the bail terms. Principal Magistrate Rose Ndombi granted Shilaho a bond of Ksh5 million with a surety of a similar amount, or cash bail of Ksh1.5 million while Obango was granted a bond of Ksh15 million with a surety of a similar amount, or cash bail of Ksh4 million. The case will be mentioned on 3rd November 2026, for pre-trial directions. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has so far charged 15 suspects in connection with the alleged loss of Ksh1.5 billion under the PROFIT programme The post Two more suspects charged in alleged Ksh1.5B PROFIT programme fraud appeared first on KBC Digital.
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