THE WATER ACT (Cap. 372) WATER SERVICES REGULATORY BOARD RE–APPOINTMENT

President William Ruto has re-appointed Job Chirchir as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) for a further three-year term, effective 14th October 2026.

NEPAD/APRM KENYA GOVERNING COUNCIL RE-APPOINTMENT

President William Ruto has re-appointed Francis Habara Moroto, Habon Billow Farah, Joseph Kimutai Boit and Rusiana Makasi Mitau as members of the NEPAD/APRM Kenya Governing Council for a further three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE FOREST CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT ACT (Cap. 385) KENYA FOREST SERVICE RE-APPOINTMENT

President William Ruto has re-appointed Titus Kipkoech Korir as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) for a further three-year term, effective 14th October 2026.

THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES PROVIDENT FUND ACT (Cap. 272) LOCAL AUTHORITIES PROVIDENT FUND APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury has appointed Kevin Owango Onyango and Dennis Miskellah as members of the Local Authorities Provident Fund (LAPFUND) Board of Trustees for a three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT CONSTITUENCIES DEVELOPMENT FUND ACT (Cap. 414A) NATIONAL GOVERNMENT CONSTITUENCIES DEVELOPMENT FUND BOARD RE-APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury has re-appointed Olago Aluoch as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Board for a further three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT CONSTITUENCIES DEVELOPMENT FUND ACT (Cap. 414A) NATIONAL GOVERNMENT CONSTITUENCIES DEVELOPMENT FUND BOARD RE–APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury has re-appointed Olago Aluoch and Masitsa Naomi Shiyonga as members of the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Board for a further three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE NATIONAL ELECTRONIC SINGLE WINDOW SYSTEM ACT (Cap. 485D) KENYA TRADE NETWORK AGENCY RE-APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning has re-appointed Gerald A. Okoko as a member of the Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) Board for a further three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND ASSET DISPOSAL ACT (Cap. 412C) THE PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND ASSET DISPOSAL REGULATIONS (Sub. Leg.) DEBARMENT

The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has debarred Peesam Limited from participating in public procurement and asset disposal proceedings for three years, effective 17th February 2025, on grounds specified under section 41 of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act.

THE UNIVERSITIES ACT (Cap. 210) KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE CHARTER (L.N. No. 132 of 2026) KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Health has appointed Luka Chemwolo as a member of the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Council for a three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS ACT (Cap. 2A) REGULATORY IMPACT STATEMENT AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

The Ministry of Health has invited public comments on the draft Kenya Centre for Disease Control and Prevention Order, 2026, which proposes establishing the Kenya Centre for Disease Control and Prevention as the national institution responsible for disease prevention, health security and response to public health emergencies. Written submissions are invited within 14 days from the date of publication, while regional public participation forums will run from 13th to 19th October 2026, including a Nairobi forum at KICC on 19th October.

THE ENERGY ACT (Cap. 314) ENERGY AND PETROLEUM REGULATORY AUTHORITY RE-APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum has re-appointed Jane C. Masai as a member of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) Board of Directors for a further three-year term, effective 14th October 2026.

THE STATE CORPORATIONS ACT (Cap. 446) THE KENYA ANIMAL GENETICS RESOURCE CENTRE ORDER (L.N. 110 of 2011) RE-APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development has re-appointed John Karuru Mwangi as a member of the Kenya Animal Genetics Resource Centre (KAGRC) Board of Directors for a further three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE STATE CORPORATIONS ACT (Cap. 446) THE KENYA INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION ORDER (L.N. 197 of 2011) KENYA INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION RE-APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy has re-appointed John Kieru Wambui as a member of the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC) Council for a further three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE FOREST CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT ACT (Cap. 385) KENYA FOREST SERVICE RE-APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry has re-appointed Jane Simita Munka as a member of the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) Board of Directors for a further three-year term, effective 14th October 2026.

THE FOREST CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT ACT (Cap. 385) KENYA FORESTRY RESEARCH INSTITUTE RE-APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry has re-appointed Metett Kibet Robert as a member of the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) Board of Directors for a further three-year term, effective 9th October 2026.

THE PHYSICAL PLANNERS REGISTRATION ACT (Cap. 536) PHYSICAL PLANNERS REGISTRATION BOARD APPOINTMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development has appointed Mugendi Geoffrey Moses as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Physical Planners Registration Board for a three-year term, effective 9th October 2026, while revoking the appointment of Peris Chepchirchir Mang’ira.

MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS AND THE DIGITAL ECONOMY ACCESS TO INFORMATION POLICY, 2026

The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy has developed the Access to Information Policy, 2026, to strengthen public access to information in line with Article 35 of the Constitution, Kenya Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals. The policy seeks to enhance transparency, accountability, public participation and access to public information, with implementation involving government, the private sector, civil society, media, academia and citizens.

THE COUNTY GOVERNMENTS ACT (Cap. 265) COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF MAKUENI APPOINTMENT

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior has appointed Dr. Muia Alex Mulinge Makau as County Chief Officer for Health Services, Cyrus Mutisya Ngonyo for Planning, Budget and Revenue, and Mulei Tryvine Kasyoka for Public Service Management. The three will serve for the remainder of the current County Government term.

THE OATHS AND STATUTORY DECLARATIONS ACT (Cap. 15) APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS FOR OATHS

The Judiciary has appointed 151 Advocates of the High Court of Kenya as Commissioners for Oaths, with the appointments remaining valid for as long as they continue practising as advocates and their commissions are not revoked.

THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA CHRISTMAS RECESS, 2026

The High Court and Courts of Equal Status will observe their Christmas Recess from 21st December 2026 to 13th January 2027, both dates inclusive. Recess Duty Judges will handle matters arising during this period, while court offices and registries will remain open from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. on weekdays, excluding public holidays.

THE LAND ACT (Cap. 280) NAIVASHA-KISUMU-MALABA STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY INTENTION TO COMPULSORY ACQUIRE LAND ADDENDUM

The National Land Commission intends to compulsorily acquire additional land on behalf of Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) for the construction of the Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR Phases 2B and 2C). Plans of the affected land can be inspected at the Commission’s offices at Ardhi House in Nairobi and the County Co-ordinator’s Office in Nyamira County during official working hours.

ENERGY AND PETROLEUM REGULATORY AUTHORITY SCHEDULE OF TARIFFS 2023 FOR ELECTRICITY TARIFFS, CHARGES, PRICES AND RATES FUEL ENERGY COST CHARGE

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has set the Fuel Energy Cost Charge at KSh3.22 per kWh for all electricity meter readings taken in October 2026, based on fuel costs and electricity generation and purchases recorded in September 2026. Total electricity generated and purchased during the month, excluding exports, stood at approximately 1.358 billion kWh.

ENERGY AND PETROLEUM REGULATORY AUTHORITY SCHEDULE OF TARIFFS 2023 FOR ELECTRICITY TARIFFS, CHARGES, PRICES AND RATES FOREIGN EXCHANGE FLUCTUATION ADJUSTMENT

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has set the Foreign Exchange Fluctuation Adjustment at KSh0.87 per kWh for electricity meter readings taken in September 2026. The adjustment reflects a total foreign exchange impact of approximately KSh987.56 million, based on about 1.358 billion kWh generated and purchased, excluding exports.

ENERGY AND PETROLEUM REGULATORY AUTHORITY SCHEDULE OF TARIFFS 2023 FOR ELECTRICITY TARIFFS, PRICES, CHARGES AND RATES WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY LEVY

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has set the Water Resource Management Authority (WRMA) Levy at KSh0.0134 per kWh for electricity meter readings taken in October 2026. The levy is based on approximately 304.82 million kWh purchased from qualifying hydropower plants in September 2026.

THE KENYA SCOUTS ACT (Cap. 219) CONSTITUTION OF THE KENYA SCOUTS ASSOCIATION THE KENYA SCOUTS COUNCIL FOR THE TERM 2026 — 2031 APPOINTMENT

The Kenya Scouts Association has constituted the Kenya Scouts Council for the 2026–2031 term, with members serving for five years in accordance with the Kenya Scouts Act and the Association’s Constitution. The Council will discharge its functions under the Association’s applicable legal and governance framework.

THE KENYA INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS ACT (Cap. 411A) APPLICATION FOR LICENCES

The Communications Authority of Kenya has corrected the licence application by Ishara Towers Kenya Limited, changing the proposed licence category from Network Facilities Provider Tier 3 (NFP-T3) to Network Facilities Provider Tier 2 (NFP-T2).

THE KENYA INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS ACT (Cap. 411A) REVOCATION OF LICENCES

The Communications Authority of Kenya has issued notices to revoke the Commercial Free-to-Air TV licences of 21 broadcasters, with the revocations taking effect seven days from publication. The Authority also noted voluntary termination requests covering Tandaza FM and Moreplex TV Kenya’s subscription, SMS and landing rights licences. Once revoked, the affected licensees will no longer be authorised to provide the respective services and associated resources will revert to the Authority.

THE KENYA INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS ACT (Cap. 411A) APPLICATION FOR LICENCES

The Communications Authority of Kenya has received 23 applications for new or renewed licences covering network and internet services, commercial free-to-air television, and postal and courier services. The applications include licence renewals for Wananchi Telecom Limited, Standard Group PLC’s KTN TV and New Nairobi-Naivasha United Services Limited, with public representations or objections invited within 30 days from the date of publication.

THE POLITICAL PARTIES ACT (Cap. 7D) CHANGE OF PARTY OFFICIALS

The Registrar of Political Parties has notified the public that the National Economic Development Party (NEDP) intends to make changes to its national officials, covering leadership, secretariat, treasury, youth, women and persons with disabilities positions. The public may submit written representations on the proposed changes to the Registrar within seven days from the date of publication.

THE POLITICAL PARTIES ACT (Cap. 7D) CHANGE OF POLITICAL PARTY OFFICIALS

The Registrar of Political Parties has notified the public that the Kenya Moja Movement Party intends to change several party officials, including appointing Bishop Margaret Wanjiru as Party Leader, replacing Steven Kariuki, and Geoffrey Nzoka as Deputy Party Leader, replacing Petronilla Njeri. Written submissions on the proposed changes may be made to the Registrar within seven days from the date of publication.

THE CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES ACT (Cap. 490) APPOINTMENT OF LIQUIDATOR (Extension Order)

The Commissioner for Co-operative Development has extended the liquidation of Colpro Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited for a further period of up to six months, and re-appointed Bonaventure Fondo Nzovu, Assistant Commissioner for Co-operative Development, as liquidator to complete the process.

THE CONSTITUTION OF KENYA THE COUNTY GOVERNMENTS ACT (Cap. 265) NAIROBI CITY COUNTY REVENUE ADMINISTRION ACT (No. 5 of 2021) BOARD OF MANAGEMENT FOR NAIROBI CITY COUNTY REVENUE AUTHORITY RE-APPOINTMENT

The Nairobi City County Executive Committee Member for Finance and Economic Planning has re-appointed members of the Nairobi City County Revenue Authority Management Board for a further three-year term, effective 8th October 2026. The Board includes the County Chief Officers responsible for Revenue Administration and Finance, alongside Mary Gesare, Ronald Kibaara Meru, Irene Otieno and Shaban Asman.

THE CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES ACT (Cap. 490) APPOINTMENT OF LIQUIDATOR (Discharge Order)

The Commissioner for Co-operative Development has discharged Susan Ong’ondi as liquidator of Awe Diaspora Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited after the liquidation process was concluded. The Society’s liquidation was formally closed with immediate effect from 29th September 2026.

THE CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES ACT (Cap. 490) APPOINTMENT OF LIQUIDATOR (Extension Order)

The Commissioner for Co-operative Development has extended the liquidation of Steel Sacco Society Limited for a further period of up to six months and re-appointed Charles Mbatha, Assistant Director for Co-operative Audit, as liquidator to complete the process.

THE CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES ACT (Cap. 490) APPOINTMENT OF LIQUIDATOR (DISCHARGE ORDER)

The Commissioner for Co-operative Development has discharged Josephine Mwangi as liquidator of Agip Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited following completion of the liquidation process. The Society’s liquidation was formally closed with immediate effect.

THE CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES ACT (Cap. 490) APPOINTMENT OF LIQUIDATOR (Extension Order)

The Commissioner for Co-operative Development has extended the liquidation of Nkuene Farmers’ Co-operative Society Limited for a further period of up to six months and re-appointed Eliud Njuguna Uno, Principal Co-operative Officer, as liquidator to complete the process.

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 376) APPOINTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTORS

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has appointed 18 Environmental Inspectors with countrywide jurisdiction under the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act. The appointments took effect from 4th May 2026.

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 376) APPOINTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTORS

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has appointed County Government Environmental Inspectors across multiple counties to undertake environmental inspection and enforcement duties within their respective jurisdictions. The inspectors will serve for one year from 4th May 2026 and must comply with the Environmental Inspectors’ Code of Conduct.

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 376) APPOINTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTORS

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has appointed Environmental Inspectors for Nyandarua, Nairobi and Nyeri counties to undertake environmental inspection and enforcement duties within their respective jurisdictions. The inspectors will serve for one year from 4th May 2026 and are required to comply with the Environmental Inspectors’ Code of Conduct.

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53) IN THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA AT MILIMANI COMMERCIAL AND TAX DIVISION INSOLVENCY NOTICE NO. E193 OF 2024 IN THE MATTER OF SKY FOODS LIMITED (IN LIQUIDATION) PETITION FOR LIQUIDATION

The Official Receiver has petitioned the High Court for the liquidation of Sky Foods Limited and has been appointed Provisional Liquidator pending determination of the petition. Creditors and contributors wishing to participate in the proceedings may appear before the High Court in Nairobi, either personally or through an advocate.

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53) IN THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA AT MILIMANI COMMERCIAL AND TAX DIVISION INSOLVENCY NOTICE NO. HCCOMMINP/E029/2021 IN THE MATTER OF HOME AND HOSPITALITY TEXTILES MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED PETITION FOR LIQUIDATION

The Official Receiver has petitioned the High Court for the liquidation of Home and Hospitality Textiles Manufacturing Company Limited, with the matter scheduled for mention on 9th November 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Creditors and contributors wishing to participate may appear before the High Court in Nairobi personally or through an advocate.

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53) AND IN THE MATTER OF CEER PROCESSING LIMITED (In Administration) APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR

The Official Receiver has been appointed Administrator of Ceer Processing Limited, effective 23rd April 2026, following an appointment by the holder of a qualifying floating charge. The company’s affairs and assets are now vested in the Administrator, and claims against the company may be submitted through the prescribed Proof of Debt process.

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53) IN THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA AT KISUMU COMMERCIAL DIVISION INSOLVECY CAUSE NO. E001 OF 2025 AND IN THE MATTER OF DAHESH AMBALAL PATEL (DEBTOR) BANKRUPTCY (Subsection 48 (3) of the Insolvency Act)

A bankruptcy order was issued against Dahesh Ambalal Patel on 5th May 2026, with the Official Receiver appointed trustee of his estate, subject to affirmation or substitution by creditors. He is scheduled for automatic discharge on 4th May 2029, unless the discharge is opposed by the Official Receiver, trustee or a creditor before that date.

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53) IN THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA AT KISUMU COMMERCIAL DIVISION INSOLVECY CAUSE NO. E018 OF 2025 AND IN THE MATTER OF TRUSHARKUMAR PRAKASHKUMAR PATEL (DEBTOR) BANKRUPTCY (Subsection 48 (3) of the Insolvency Act)

A bankruptcy order was issued against Trusharkumar Prakashkumar Patel on 5th May 2026, with the Official Receiver appointed trustee of his estate, subject to affirmation or substitution by creditors. He is scheduled for automatic discharge on 4th May 2029, unless the discharge is opposed before that date.

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53) PUSHPAK DEVELOPMENT LIMITED (In Liquidation)

The Official Receiver, appointed liquidator of Pushpak Development Limited in May 2022, has called a creditors’ meeting for 21st October 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Nairobi to provide an update on the liquidation, address creditors’ claims and consider the way forward. Creditors who have not submitted claims are required to file their Proof of Debt before the meeting.

THE RECORDS DISPOSAL (COURTS) RULES (Cap 14, Sub. Leg) IN THE CHIEF MAGISTRATE’S COURT AT THIKA INTENDED DESTRUCTION OF COURT RECORDS

The Chief Magistrate’s Court at Thika intends to seek approval to destroy specified court records three months after publication, covering civil cases from 2000–2005 and criminal miscellaneous, traffic and county by-law cases from 2019–2022. Persons seeking the return of exhibits from the affected cases must lodge their claims before the notice period expires.

THE RECORDS DISPOSAL (COURT) RULES (Cap 14, Sub. Leg) IN THE SENIOR PRINCIPAL MAGISTRATE’S COURT AT ELDAMA RAVINE INTENDED DESTRUCTION OF COURT RECORDS

The Senior Principal Magistrate’s Court at Eldama Ravine intends to seek approval to destroy specified court records three months after publication, covering criminal, traffic, miscellaneous criminal and inquest cases from 2011–2023. Persons seeking the return of exhibits from the affected cases must lodge their claims before the notice period expires.

THE RECORDS DISPOSAL (COURT) RULES (Cap 14, Sub. Leg) IN THE CHIEF MAGISTRATE’S COURT AT KERUGOYA INTENDED DESTRUCTION OF COURT RECORDS

The Chief Magistrate’s Court at Kerugoya intends to seek approval to destroy civil case records dating from 1968–2000, three months after publication of the notice. Persons seeking the return of exhibits from the affected cases must lodge their claims before the notice period expires.

THE PHYSICAL AND LAND USE PLANNING ACT (No.13 of 2019) COMPLETION OF PART DEVELOPMENT PLAN

The Kisumu County Government has completed a Part Development Plan for the proposed Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Regional Office on Kisumu/Block 11/43 in Milimani, Kisumu Central Sub-County. The plan is available for public inspection, with representations or objections invited within 60 days of publication.