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Kenya Court Bans Eucalyptus Planting Near Wetlands, Orders Removal of Trees Within 45 Days

Donald Matiangi -
The ruling applies nationwide, not only to Nyamira County, where the case was filed.
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Nairobi Water Employee Fined Ksh8.5 Million for Using Fake KCSE Certificate

James Simiti -
Investigations revealed that Balamu presented a counterfeit KCSE certificate purporting to be genuine and issued by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).
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Court Halts Construction of Gitaru Link Road Pending Hearing

James Simiti -
Residents told the court that the ongoing works had cut off their homes and businesses from direct highway access.
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High Court Declares Hospital Detention of Dead Bodies Over Bills Illegal

James Simiti -
Justice Nixo Sifuna said the practice, common in many hospitals, has no basis in law and infringes on the dignity of the dead and the rights of grieving families.
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Gabriel Chapia Jailed for Academic Fraud, Ordered to Refund Sh3.9 Million

James Simiti -
Magistrate Ondieki acknowledged his remorse, plea bargain and status as a first-time offender but noted the broader implications on public trust.
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Eldoret Residents Hit Hard as Court Approves 300% Water Tariff Increase

Donald Matiangi -
Eldoret, now home to over half a million people, still grapples with water shortages, discoloured supply and poor drainage—issues
Business

Court Suspends University Strike, Orders Talks Between Staff and Government

Donald Matiangi -
UASU Secretary General Constantine Wesonga accused the government of not fully implementing the 2017–2021, 2021–2025 and 2025–2029 CBAs.
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High Court Orders Interior Ministry to Pay DRC National Ksh1.8M for Unlawful Entry Denial

James Simiti -
The petitioner, a DRC national, told the court she was twice denied entry into Kenya — on September 21 and October 2, 2023 — despite having valid travel documents
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Safaricom Presents Isaiah Murangiri Call Data Evidence in Rex Masai Murder Trial

Donald Matiangi -
Safaricom received court orders to provide call data for three mobile numbers covering June 18 and June 19, 2024
Business

Court Blocks Ruto Government’s Push for Exclusive Use of eGP Procurement System

Donald Matiangi -
Justice Bahati Mwamuye issued conservatory orders stopping the implementation of a circular from the National Treasury and the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority
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