THE MINING ACT (Cap. 360), MINERAL RIGHTS BOARD RE-APPOINTMENT 

President William Samoei Ruto has re-appointed Sophia Kutiti Olesambu as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Mineral Rights Board for a three-year term, effective 23rd October 2026. 

THE LEGAL EDUCATION ACT (Cap. 16B), COUNCIL OF LEGAL EDUCATION RE-APPOINTMENT 

President William Samoei Ruto has re-appointed Prof. Collins Odote Oloo as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Council of Legal Education for a three-year term, effective 23rd October 2026. 

THE LAND ACT (Cap. 280), LAND ACQUISITION TRIBUNAL APPOINTMENT 

The Judicial Service Commission has appointed Ann Wanjiru Mwangi as Acting Chairperson of the Land Acquisition Tribunal, effective 31st August 2026. The appointment was made under Article 172(1)(b)(i) and (c) of the Constitution and Section 133A.2(a) of the Lands Act. 

SUPREME COURT OF KENYA, DECEMBER RECESS 2026 

Chief Justice Martha Koome has announced that the Supreme Court’s December recess will run from 21st December 2026 to 13th January 2027, inclusive. A duty Judge will handle urgent matters during the recess, while the Court Registry will remain open on weekdays, excluding public holidays, from 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. 

THE CIVIL PROCEDURE ACT (Cap. 21), THE HIGH COURT (ORGANISATION AND ADMINISTRATION) ACT, 2015, ESTABLISHMENT OF INTERNATIONAL AND ORGANISED CRIMES DIVISION 

Chief Justice Martha Koome has established the International and Organised Crimes Division of the High Court, effective 30th October 2026. The Division will hear cases under the International Crimes Act, 2008, appeals relating to organised crimes tried in subordinate courts, and other cases allocated by the Chief Justice in consultation with the Principal Judge of the High Court. 

PRACTICE DIRECTIONS FOR THE INTERNATIONAL AND ORGANISED CRIMES DIVISION (IOCD) OF THE HIGH COURT 

Chief Justice Martha Koome has issued practice directions for the International and Organised Crimes Division of the High Court to improve case management and expedite the resolution of cases. The directions establish the Division’s jurisdiction over international crimes, terrorism, human trafficking, drug trafficking, piracy and other organised crimes, require electronic filing, and provide for pre-trial conferences within 14 days of filing. They also outline procedures for appeals, witness and victim protection, and court security, taking effect upon publication. 

THE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT ACT (Cap. 376), WILDLIFE RESEARCH AND TRAINING INSTITUTE RE-APPOINTMENT 

Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Rebecca Miano has re-appointed Francis Nkoitoi as a member of the Board of the Wildlife Research and Training Institute for a three-year term, effective 23rd October 2026. 

THE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT ACT (Cap. 376), WILDLIFE RESEARCH AND TRAINING INSTITUTE RE-APPOINTMENT 

Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Rebecca Miano has re-appointed Dr. Albert Long’ora as a member of the Board of the Wildlife Research and Training Institute for a three-year term, effective 2nd November 2026. 

THE SOCIAL PROTECTION ACT (No. 12 of 2025), NATIONAL BOARD FOR SOCIAL PROTECTION APPOINTMENT 

Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Alfred Mutua has appointed Dr. Francis Atwoli, Kenneth Odire and Richard Mativu Musau as members of the National Board for Social Protection for a three-year term, effective 23rd October 2026. 

THE EWASO NG’IRO SOUTH RIVER BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ACT (Cap. 447), EWASO NG’IRO SOUTH RIVER BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY RE-APPOINTMENT 

Cabinet Secretary for East African Community (EAC), the ASALs and Regional Development Beatrice Askul has re-appointed Judith Nkomoni Kirorei, Pacha Amos Ntaika and Agnes Sempeyo Nairowua as members of the Ewaso Ng’iro South River Basin Development Authority for a one-year term, effective 23rd October 2026. 

THE EDUCATION (KENYA EDUCATION MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE) ORDER (L.N. 19 of 2010), KENYA EDUCATION MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE APPOINTMENT 

Cabinet Secretary for Education Julius Migos Ogamba has appointed Alexander Flemings Losikiria as a member of the Council for the Kenya Education Management Institute for a three-year term, effective 23rd October 2026. 

BASIC EDUCATION ACT (Cap. 211), MULTI-STAKEHOLDER TASK TEAM ON UNREST IN SCHOOLS APPOINTMENT 

Cabinet Secretary for Education Julius Migos Ogamba has appointed a Multi-Stakeholder Task Team on Unrest in Schools to investigate the causes of recurrent school unrest, review safety and security measures, assess boarding school models, education costs, learner welfare, discipline and institutional accountability. The Task Team will recommend policy and legal reforms, submit monthly progress reports and a final report, and complete its mandate within 90 days of publication. 

THE COURT OF APPEAL, CHRISTMAS RECESS 2026 

Court of Appeal President Gatembu Kairu has announced that the Court’s Christmas recess will run from 21st December 2026 to 12th January 2027, inclusive. During the recess, the Registry will remain open on weekdays, excluding public holidays, from 9.00 a.m. to noon, with judges available to handle urgent matters. 

THE EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY CUSTOMS MANAGEMENT ACT, 2004, APPOINTMENT AND LIMITS OF SEZ AS A CUSTOMS AREA 

Commissioner of Customs and Border Control Dr. Lilian Nyawanda has designated 60,773 square metres of Milly Glass (SEZ) Limited in Dongo Kundu, Mombasa County, as a customs area under the East African Community Customs Management Act, 2004. The notice also specifies the designated entry and exit points for customs control within the facility. 

THE CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES ACT (Cap. 490), INQUIRY ORDER 

Acting Commissioner for Co-operative Development Symon Mburia has ordered an inquiry into Athipack Sacco Society Limited to examine its bylaws, financial and operational conditions, and the conduct of its current and former management committee members and officers. The inquiry will be conducted by two designated co-operative officers within 14 days of the order, under Sections 58 and 73 of the Co-operative Societies Act. 

THE COMPETITION ACT (Cap. 504), PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF 100% SHAREHOLDING OF RAFIKI MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED BY CREDINVEST INTERNATIONAL CORPORATE FINANCE LIMITED, AUTHORIZATION 

The Competition Authority of Kenya, through Director-General David Kemei, has authorized the proposed acquisition of 100% shareholding in Rafiki Microfinance Bank Limited by Credinvest International Corporate Finance Limited under Section 46(6)(a)(ii) of the Competition Act. The authorization was dated 21st September 2026. 

THE COMPETITION ACT (Cap. 504), PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF SOLE CONTROL OF AFRICA BUSINESS CORPORATION AND DEVELOPMENT LIMITED BY JAYESH UMESH SAINI, AUTHORIZATION 

The Competition Authority of Kenya, through Director-General David Kemei, has authorized the proposed acquisition of sole control of Africa Business Corporation and Development Limited by Jayesh Umesh Saini under Section 46(6)(a)(ii) of the Competition THE COMPETITION ACT (Cap. 504), PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF SOLE CONTROL OF NAWIRI GROUP LIMITED BY A SQUARED HOLDING AG, AUTHORISATION 

THE COMPETITION ACT (Cap. 504), PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF SOLE CONTROL OF NAWIRI GROUP LIMITED BY A SQUARED HOLDING AG, AUTHORISATION 

The Competition Authority of Kenya, through Director-General David Kemei, has authorised the proposed acquisition of sole control of Nawiri Group Limited by A Squared Holding AG under Section 46(6)(a)(ii) of the Competition Act. The authorisation was dated 21st September 2026. 

THE COMPETITION ACT (Cap. 504), PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF SOLE CONTROL OF B.F S.p.A BY ARUM S.p.A, AUTHORISATION 

The Competition Authority of Kenya, through Director-General David Kemei, has authorised the proposed acquisition of sole control of B.F S.p.A by ARUM S.p.A under Section 46(6)(a)(ii) of the Competition Act. The authorisation was dated 21st September 2026. 

THE PHYSICAL AND LAND USE PLANNING ACT (Cap. 303), COMPLETION OF PART DEVELOPMENT PLAN 

The National Director of Physical Planning, Mugendi G. Moses, has notified the completion of Part Development Plan Ref. No. NRB/40/2026/01 for the existing Water Resources Authority site in Kiambu Town, Kiambu County, on 24th September 2026. The plan is available for public inspection, and interested parties may submit written representations or objections, stating their grounds, within 60 days of publication. 

THE COMPANIES ACT (Cap. 486), DISSOLUTION 

Kingsway Industrial Park Limited, registration number CPR/2011/44366, has been dissolved and struck off the Register of Companies under Section 58(5) and (6) of the Companies Act. The dissolution takes effect from the date of publication of the notice. 

THE COMPANIES ACT (Cap. 486), INTENDED DISSOLUTION 

The Registrar of Companies has issued a notice under Section 897(3) of the Companies Act indicating that the companies listed in the notice will be struck off the Register of Companies after three months from publication. Interested parties are invited to show cause why the proposed removals should not proceed. 

THE COMPANIES ACT (Cap. 486), FINAL DISSOLUTION 

The Registrar of Companies has notified the final dissolution of the companies listed in Gazette Notice No. 16881, with their names struck off the Register of Companies effective from the date of publication on 13th October 2026. The list includes businesses across technology, education, healthcare, energy, investment, manufacturing and other sectors. 

THE PROCEEDS OF CRIME AND ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING ACT (Cap. 59A), PRESERVATION ORDERS 

The Asset Recovery Agency notified Sanah Exim Limited and Mario Amukhula Nekesa Anekeya of High Court preservation orders in Miscellaneous Application No. E054 of 2026, prohibiting them from dealing with four motor vehicles: Mercedes-Benz KDM 911Z, Toyota Corolla Axio KDX 838K, Mercedes-Benz KDX 101W and Nissan Dayz KDR 602W. In a separate order dated 16 October 2026, the Court prohibited dealings in a Mazda CX-5, registration KDM 397U, suspected to be proceeds of crime. The respondents were directed to surrender the vehicle and its original logbook within seven days, failing which the Agency may seize it. The NTSA was also directed to register a caveat against the vehicle. 

THE PROCEEDS OF CRIME AND ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING ACT (Cap. 59A), PRESERVATION ORDERS 

The High Court issued preservation orders in Miscellaneous Civil Application No. E051 of 2026, prohibiting Hezron Wanjohi Njeri and Monicah Wanjiku Maina from selling, transferring, charging or otherwise dealing with three land parcels—Aguthi/Gatitu 7694, Aguthi/Gatitu 7693 and Mweiga/Kamatongu Block 10/102—and a Toyota Axio, registration KDL 991D. The orders also require rental income, profits and other benefits from the properties to be deposited into the Asset Recovery Agency’s account at Kenya Commercial Bank pending determination of the forfeiture application. The Chief Land Registrar and NTSA were directed to register caveats against the properties and vehicle, while the respondents must surrender the original land documents within seven days of service and Hezron Wanjohi Njeri must surrender the vehicle, logbook and ignition keys within the same period. The County Government of Nyeri and Biashara DT Sacco Limited were named as interested parties. 

THE PROCEEDS OF CRIME AND ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING ACT (Cap. 59A), PRESERVATION ORDERS 

The High Court issued preservation orders in Miscellaneous Civil Application No. E049 of 2026, prohibiting Samuel Gichu Karanja, Bluetech Freight and Forwarders Limited, Samuel Kinuthia Wanjohi and persons acting on their behalf from dealing with a Scania lorry (registration KAU 041S), trailer ZF 9101 and container TCNU 55593545-8. The respondents were directed to surrender the relevant logbooks and registration certificates within seven days of service. The Court also directed the NTSA to register caveats against the assets, appointed the Asset Recovery Agency Director-General to manage them, and authorised the Agency’s investigating officer to seize and take possession of the assets for safekeeping, storage and management. 

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 387), INVITATION TO PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE COMPLEX 

NEMA has invited public comments on the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) study report for the University of Nairobi’s proposed Engineering and Science Complex at Chiromo Campus, Nairobi City County. The project comprises teaching and laboratory infrastructure, research facilities, eight Centres of Excellence, one Sub-Centre of Excellence and associated amenities. The report is available for inspection at NEMA headquarters and the Nairobi City County Environment Office, and on NEMA’s website. Members of the public may submit written or oral comments to NEMA within 30 days of publication, quoting reference number NEMA/ENVIS/SR/00661, or email their submissions to info@nema.go.ke 

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 387), INVITATION TO PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED KIBRA LOT 5 SOCIAL AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT 

NEMA has invited public comments on the ESIA study report for the State Department for Housing and Urban Development’s proposed housing project in Mugumo-ini Ward, Lang’ata Constituency, Nairobi City County. The project comprises 14 residential blocks of ground plus eight floors, providing 1,386 social and affordable housing units, alongside access roads, water systems, shopping stalls, children’s play areas, parking and other amenities. Identified environmental concerns include construction noise, dust and air pollution, and vibration that could damage neighbouring buildings, with mitigation measures including restricted noisy activities, dust suppression and pre-construction structural surveys. The report is available at NEMA offices and online. Members of the public may submit oral or written comments within 30 days of publication, quoting reference number NEMA/ENVIS/SR/00701, or email dgnema@nema.go.ke. 

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 387), INVITATION TO PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED KIBRA LOT 4 SOCIAL AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT 

NEMA has invited public comments on the ESIA study report for the State Department for Housing and Urban Development’s proposed Kibra Lot 4 housing project in Mugumo-ini Ward, Lang’ata Constituency, Nairobi City County. The project involves 14 multi-storey residential blocks, each comprising a ground floor and eight upper floors, with 1,386 social and affordable housing units, alongside internal roads, water supply and storage systems, shopping stalls, children’s play areas, parking and other amenities. The report is available for inspection at NEMA headquarters and the Nairobi City County Environment Office, and on NEMA’s website. Members of the public may submit oral or written comments within 30 days of publication, quoting reference number NEMA/ENVIS/SR/00700, or email dgnema@nema.go.ke. 

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 387), INVITATION TO PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED KIBRA LOT 3 HOUSING PROJECT 

NEMA invites public comments on the proposed State Department for Housing and Urban Development project comprising 1,386 social and affordable housing units across 14 residential blocks in Mugumo-ini Ward, Lang’ata, Nairobi County, with associated infrastructure and amenities. Comments may be submitted orally or in writing within 30 days of publication, quoting reference NEMA/ENVIS/SR/00699, or emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke. 

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 387), INVITATION TO PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED KIBRA LOT 2 HOUSING PROJECT 

NEMA invites public comments on the proposed State Department for Housing and Urban Development project comprising 1,584 social and affordable housing units across 16 residential blocks in Mugumo-ini Ward, Lang’ata, Nairobi County, with associated infrastructure and amenities. Comments may be submitted orally or in writing within 30 days of publication, quoting reference NEMA/ENVIS/SR/00698, or emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke. 

THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (Cap. 387), INVITATION TO PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED KIBRA LOT 1 HOUSING PROJECT 

NEMA invites public comments on the proposed State Department for Housing and Urban Development project comprising 1,386 social and affordable housing units across 14 residential blocks in Mugumo-ini Ward, Lang’ata, Nairobi County, alongside supporting infrastructure and amenities. Comments may be submitted orally or in writing within 30 days of publication, quoting reference NEMA/ENVIS/SR/00697, or emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke. 

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53), BANKRUPTCY PETITION 

Mbuka Ventures Company Limited filed a bankruptcy petition against Joseph Karanja Mbugua, trading as Karanja Mbugua Advocates of Nakuru. The petition will be mentioned at Milimani Law Courts, Nairobi, on 3 November 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Creditors wishing to support or oppose the petition may appear in person or through an advocate. 

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53), APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR 

Kamal Anantroy Bhatt was appointed administrator of The Lynx at Ngong Road Limited effective 28 September 2026. Control of the company’s affairs and assets now rests with the administrator, and directors’ powers to deal with its assets have ceased. Creditors must submit written claims with supporting documents by 28 October 2026. 

THE INSOLVENCY ACT (Cap. 53), BANDA HOMES LIMITED (IN LIQUIDATION), MEETING OF CREDITORS 

Liquidator Waithaka Ngaruiya will hold a virtual creditors’ meeting on 17 November 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to update creditors on the liquidation and discuss the way forward. Creditors must submit proof of debt and register by emailing liquidation@waithakaadvocates.co.ke before the meeting to participate and qualify for any distribution. 

THE MENTAL HEALTH ACT (Cap. 248) – APPOINTMENT OF MANAGERS AND LEGAL GUARDIANS 

The High Court appointed Monica Wanja Kiguru and Peter Kamau Wanjiru as managers and legal guardians of Agnes Wanjiru Kiarie’s estate and affairs. Objections must be filed within 14 days of publication. 

THE MENTAL HEALTH ACT (Cap. 248) – APPOINTMENT OF MANAGER AND LEGAL GUARDIAN 

Christine Muthoni Kahigi was appointed manager and legal guardian of Simon Kahigi Njuguna Muigai’s estate and affairs. Objections must be filed within 14 days of publication. 

THE MENTAL HEALTH ACT (Cap. 248) – APPOINTMENT OF MANAGER AND LEGAL GUARDIAN 

Margaret Nyambura Kirienye Wanderi was appointed manager and legal guardian of Evans Kirienye Wanderi’s estate and affairs. Objections must be filed within 14 days of publication. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – TAMFEEDS LTD 

Owners of furniture stored in Chungamali self-storage lockers H2, D6, H6 and C7 must collect their goods within 30 days of publication and pay outstanding storage rent and publication costs. Unclaimed goods will be sold by public auction or private treaty. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – SWIFTWAY AUCTIONEERS 

Owners of Ford Everest KAX 210P at Wamumbi Estate, Wikililye Market, Kitui County, must collect it within 30 days of publication and pay storage and publication costs, failing which it will be sold by auction or private treaty. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – RIVERLONG LIMITED 

Owners of vehicles KBZ 293S and KBU 298P at Riverlong Storage Yard, behind Fourways Total Petrol Station on Kiambu Road, must collect them within 30 days and clear outstanding charges, or the vehicles will be auctioned. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – WINDSOR HOUSE AUCTIONEERS, ATHI RIVER POLICE STATION 

Owners of listed vehicles and motorcycles must collect them and pay publication costs within 30 days. Unclaimed items will be auctioned under a court order in Mavoko Miscellaneous Application No. E631 of 2026. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – WINDSOR HOUSE AUCTIONEERS, KILIFI POLICE STATION 

Owners of listed motorcycles, vehicle shells, bicycles and scrap metal must collect them and pay publication costs within 30 days, failing which the items will be auctioned under a court order in Kilifi Miscellaneous Application No. E164 of 2026. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – WINDSOR HOUSE AUCTIONEERS, KWARE POLICE STATION 

Owners of listed motorcycles, bicycles and a cart must collect them and pay publication costs within 30 days, or the items will be auctioned under Makadara Miscellaneous Application No. E2432 of 2026. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – WINDSOR HOUSE AUCTIONEERS, MWIKI POLICE STATION 

Owners of listed vehicles, motorcycles and other items must collect them and pay publication costs within 30 days, failing which the items will be auctioned under Makadara Miscellaneous Application No. E2431 of 2026. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – WINDSOR HOUSE AUCTIONEERS 

Owners of listed motor vehicles and motorcycles at Machakos Police Station must collect their items and pay publication costs within 30 days, failing which the items will be auctioned under Machakos Miscellaneous Application No. E119 of 2026. 

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS – MAKYS AUCTIONEERS 

Owners or custodians of seven listed motorcycles at Madogo Police Yard must collect them and pay publication costs within seven days of publication. Unclaimed items will be auctioned under Garissa Law Court authority CRMISC/E223/2026.