Author: Mary Wambui

How doctors offering free healthcare services are bringing hope to mothers in Somalia’s Mudug region Oct 31, 2025

As a result, parts of Mudug remain severely underserved, with limited facilities and staff, challenges that have contributed to persistent malnutritio...

LSK issues closure notices to unauthorised legal offices in crackdown on fake advocates Oct 31, 2025

Cases of advocate impersonation have been on the rise across the country. The latest incident occurred at the Kisii Law Courts on Thursday during a pl...

South African court rules Albert Luthuli died from assault, not accident Oct 31, 2025

At the time of his death, Luthuli was the leader of the then-banned ANC and had received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1960 for his role in the anti-aparth...

NPS announces fresh recruitment of police constables after court ruling Oct 31, 2025

In an advert published on Friday, applicants must complete a prescribed form, available for download from the police and MyGov websites, or obtainable...

Kenya making gains but still failing to meet anti-trafficking standards – report Oct 30, 2025

The report also notes that many police officers lack a clear understanding of anti-trafficking laws, often misclassifying trafficking cases as other c...

Kenya and UK celebrate gains against violent extremism at Ethiopia and Somalia borders Oct 30, 2025

The Sh2.5 billion Deris Wanaag programme combines community dialogue, early warning systems, and targeted interventions to curb Al-Shabaab and boost b...

Tourism authority warns public over fake job scams linked to nonexistent lodges in Maasai Mara Oct 30, 2025

The alert follows complaints to the authority regarding fake job advertisements by these entities, where unsuspecting applicants are asked to send mon...

KMPDC orders hospital, funeral home to release bodies held over unpaid bills Oct 30, 2025

The decision followed a complaint lodged by two families with the Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ).

MSF raises alarm over worsening cholera epidemic in DRC, over 58,000 cases reported Oct 30, 2025

The situation continues to deteriorate and is spreading to new health zones, including provinces that were previously not endemic for cholera. Floods,...

Police launch manhunt after rifles stolen in armoury break-in at Thika patrol base Oct 29, 2025

The armoury breakage and theft of the arms were discovered around 4:00 am when a police officer on patrol duties returned to the station after checkin...

Ex-SHA bosses among nine arrested as DCI cracks down on Sh17 million health fund scandal Oct 29, 2025

Detectives say the suspects, including former SHA bosses, conspired with clinic owners to siphon millions through falsified medical claims.

Highway robbery fears resurface after string of attacks on transporters Oct 29, 2025

While cases of armed robberies and sale of contrabands continued, cases of motor vehicle theft had reduced, as well as highway robberies, both of whic...

Outrage after viral video shows Dutch national insulting police officer in Diani Oct 29, 2025

The police have confirmed that the individual, identified as Dutch national Elwin Ter Horst, was filmed hurling profanities at an officer on duty insi...

Horn of Africa sees decline in extremism victims, but militants adapt with new tactics Oct 29, 2025

New IGAD report shows violent extremism deaths down 19 per cent across the Horn of Africa, but warns militant groups are regrouping with drones, crypt...

EACC recovers Sh2.8 billion Karura Forest land from late ex-minister Kamotho’s company Oct 28, 2025

In a landmark ruling, the court declared that the prime Gigiri property—part of Karura Forest—was unlawfully acquired by the late Minister Joseph Kamo...

BATUK: How 1964 pact shaped Kenya’s military partnership with UK Oct 24, 2025

It is at this facility that the UK army trains its infantry units for overseas deployments, using Kenya's terrain to simulate operations in harsh and...

South Sudan peace deal at risk amid ceasefire violations, political discord - report Oct 24, 2025

Alleged airstrikes and ongoing ground confrontations severely restricted humanitarian access to thousands of food-insecure displaced people across Upp...

Sudan among countries facing widespread mine and explosive contamination – UN report Oct 23, 2025

The severe humanitarian impact of explosive ordnance contamination has rendered some land unsuitable for cultivation and increased the risk of civilia...

EACC recovers grabbed road reserve valued at Sh30 million in Nyali Oct 23, 2025

The land forms part of the Classic Road reserve, previously vested in the defunct Mombasa Municipal Council for road maintenance and future expansion.

Parliament warns Kenyans against fake Bills, false Cabinet vetting letter circulating online Oct 22, 2025

In a statement issued on Wednesday afternoon, the Assembly clarified that the counterfeit Bills are being presented as those recently passed by Parlia...

DCI says Kware murder suspect Collins Jumaisi remains at large despite arrest rumours Oct 22, 2025

A one-million-shilling cash reward is still available for anyone who provides information leading to Jumaisi’s capture.

KEBS responds to UK travel advisory, says methanol in Kenya ‘too bitter to be consumed’ Oct 22, 2025

KEBS reassured the public that no methanol in Kenya can be mistaken for alcohol, countering UK warning on poisoning risks.

IOM urges immediate aid as Khartoum returnees surpass one million Oct 22, 2025

Majority of the individuals who returned were recorded across Khartoum (40 per cent), Aj Jazirah (37 per cent), Sennar (7 per cent), Blue Nile (7 per...

Interpol operation against terror financing nabs 83, including two online recruiters in Kenya Oct 22, 2025

To tackle this multifaceted threat, participating countries shared intelligence on significant targets at the pre-operation phase. This was supplement...

UK warns citizens visiting Kenya, Uganda of methanol poisoning from fake alcoholic drinks Oct 22, 2025

Methanol is an industrial alcohol that can be found in antifreeze and paint thinners. In some countries overseas, it is illegally mixed with spirit-ba...

Over 40 people dead after multi-vehicle crash on Kampala–Gulu highway in Uganda Oct 22, 2025

The bodies of the deceased have been transported to the same hospital mortuary for post-mortem examinations and identification.

From mud to modern streets: How Kiambu’s hidden slums are being transformed Oct 21, 2025

Decades of neglect are giving way to hope as new roads, lights, and title deeds reshape life in Kiambu’s overlooked communities.

Security Council renews Haiti sanctions Oct 18, 2025

Panama's representative said effective implementation of the arms embargo is crucial in efforts to once and for all remove the fuel that is firing thi...

Third victim of shooting at public viewing in Kasarani identified Oct 18, 2025

Jidah Baraka died from a gunshot after police fired at mourners in an attempt to bring order inside the stadium ahead of the exercise on Thursday.

Two dead in Nyayo Stadium stampede during Raila Odinga’s public viewing Oct 17, 2025

The organisation added that a total of 40 patients had been treated through ambulance services on Thursday.

Widow of Kasarani shooting victim recounts final moments with husband before tragedy Oct 17, 2025

Brenda Akoth said he left home early in the morning for work against her wishes. For some reason, she felt uneasy about him leaving the house that day...

Raila Odinga: The politician who stood with the press Oct 17, 2025

Although he sometimes called out bias in the media, he frequently defended journalists and the industry whenever it came under political attack. He ra...

KQ increases flights to Kisumu ahead of Raila's funeral in Bondo Oct 17, 2025

The funeral ceremony will be attended by politicians, visiting heads of state, state officials, dignitaries from all walks of life, close friends, and...

Interior Ministry authorises fireworks displays on Sunday in celebration of Diwali Oct 17, 2025

Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is one of the major Hindu, Sikh, and Jain festivals celebrated annually in October. It marks the victory of light o...

Ethiopian Airlines resumes flights to Port Sudan after 18-month suspension Oct 16, 2025

The flight was suspended due to security concerns in connection with the civil war in the country.

AU sends high-level delegation to Madagascar after military coup ousts President Rajoelina Oct 16, 2025

Randrianirina, who is set to be sworn in as transitional president tomorrow, has pledged to hold elections within two years and to implement instituti...

Detectives foil Sh723 million gold scam, arrest two Oct 15, 2025

According to the DCI, the suspects, Michael Otieno Onyango and Andrew Clifford Otieno, were exposed when the businesswoman demanded verification of th...

Communities along Kenya-Ethiopia border on edge following attacks Oct 11, 2025

The incidents, confirmed by security agencies, are suspected to have been carried out by suspected Dassanech militia from Ethiopia.

UN Rights Chief appalled by continued killing of civilians in Sudan Oct 11, 2025

The UN Human Rights Office has confirmed that at least 46 civilians were killed in artillery and drone strikes in the Abu Shouk and Daraja Oula neighb...

Somali Army warns against misuse of uniforms following Al-Shabaab attack Oct 11, 2025

On Saturday, the Al-Shabaab militia attacked the Jilacow Investigation Centre in Mogadishu, a NISA-controlled facility, using a vehicle that they had...

Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid raises alarm over another death in police custody Oct 11, 2025

In a post on X, Khalid said 40-year-old Eric Tonui Koros, a boda boda rider based in Solai, Nakuru county, lost his life while in custody at Solai ACC...

EACC auctions first batch of Okoth Obado's properties, recovers Sh69 million Oct 10, 2025

EACC reiterated its commitment to tracing and recovering proceeds of corruption and unexplained wealth to ensure that perpetrators of corruption and e...

2,000 trees planted in schools on Mazingira Day in Kamukunji Oct 10, 2025

At Our Lady of Mercy Primary School in Shauri Moyo, where Trade Principal Secretary Regina Akoth Ombam was scheduled to join the exercise, at least 1,...

Murkomen to release Jukwaa la Usalama report after 47-county security forums by month's end Oct 09, 2025

Murkomen defended the forum's expenditures without disclosing the amount that went into financing the countrywide tours, saying the tours modelled as...

General Kahariri warns against corruption in KDF recruitment Oct 09, 2025

The Kenya Defence Forces will begin the second phase of its nationwide recruitment on October 13, with Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Kaharir...

Agriculture Ministry blames external factors for drop in 2024/25 KTDA tea payments Oct 09, 2025

Farmers have voiced strong concerns about price disparities between the East and West Tea Blocks, questionable expenditures, excessive sitting allowan...

Kenya Ports Authority wins global sustainability award in Japan Oct 09, 2025

The project topped in the Environmental Care category after beating two other finalists from the record-breaking pool of global submissions.

UNHCR Chief Filippo Grandi warns world against growing numb to atrocities Oct 09, 2025

In his speech to the 76th plenary session of the Executive Committee of the High Commissioner’s Programme in Geneva, Switzerland, Grandi noted that ri...

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