The Katiba Institute has requested the Nairobi City County government to provide full disclosure regarding a reported “partnership” with the national government aimed at managing key city functions. In a letter dated February 16, 2026, and received by the Office of the County Secretary on February 17, 2026, Katiba Institute’s Executive Director, Nora Mbagathi, sought clarity on the nature and legal basis of
Constitutional watchdog Katiba Institute has petitioned the Controller of Budget, Dr. Margaret Nyakang’o, to immediately cease the approval of all payments to the advisors previously attached to the Executive Office of the President. This move by the institute follows a decision by the High Court ruling on January 22, 2026, which declared the creation and
Katiba Institute has filed an Urgent Application in Contempt of Court, and it has taken this judicial dispute to a new level on claims of disobedience of orders by the High Court on its declarations that the creation of these offices of Presidential Advisers is unconstitutional. The application places renewed focus on respect for judicial