Author: Mary Wambui

Murkomen makes u-turn, says police officers to only use force as directed by law Jun 27, 2025

He emphasised that his comments were not intended to suggest that police officers are at liberty to use firearms irresponsibly.

Interpol sounds alarm as cybercrime surges in East Africa amid digital boom Jun 27, 2025

According to Interpol, the surge in online scams is closely linked to Africa's accelerating digital transformation, which has allowed criminals to cap...

19-year-old Turkana woman Alice Ngitira feted by King Charles III Jun 27, 2025

Alice Ngitira was awarded at a star-studded event held at London's Royal Festival Hall and attended by Amal and George Clooney, Charlotte Tilbury, Dam...

7,000 bags of fertiliser looted from NCPB's Maua depot during June 25 protests - Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe Jun 27, 2025

In a statement, Kagwe said the depot was attacked and vandalised when peaceful demonstrations were hijacked by criminals in Maua, Meru County, on Wedn...

President Ruto announces major KDF leadership changes, appoints new Kenya Army, Air Force commanders Jun 27, 2025

Major General David Kipkemboi Ketter, who has been serving as the Assistant Chief of Defence Forces in charge of Personnel and Logistics, has been pro...

Traders count millions in losses after protest looting and arson across Kenya Jun 26, 2025

At the Koja area, traders said shops were broken into, looted, and later set on fire—an arson attack that caused the greatest loss to one trader who h...

Protests: MSF, emergency responders treat 605 for gunshots, stabbings, rape and other injuries in Nairobi Jun 26, 2025

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and other emergency responders provided critical medical care to those in need.

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen condemns June 25 memorial violence, claims protests targeted to destabilise state Jun 26, 2025

The CS condemned the criminal anarchists who, he said, in the name of peaceful demonstrations, unleashed a wave of violence, looting, sexual assault,...

Kenyans voice mixed reactions ahead of Wednesday’s protests Jun 24, 2025

Many are reflecting on what the day will hold, as state officials maintain a hardline stance against protests, despite growing calls for Kenyans to sh...

Collins Ouma: How guard who faced wrongful arrest, police brutality ended up getting justice after 12 years Jun 21, 2025

In 2017, four years later, the court unconditionally released Ouma and Atelu, finding them not guilty of any wrongdoing. Justice John Mativo ruled tha...

Four suspects arrested as police rescue two minors in Garissa abduction attempt Jun 21, 2025

According to a police report, the incident occurred at around 10 am when one Surura Hire reported that two of his grandchildren, a girl aged 10 and a...

Sexual violence against children in conflict surges by 50 per cent in five years to record high levels Jun 21, 2025

The findings reveal a catastrophic impact on the physical, psychological, and social well-being of child survivors and highlight the need for urgent,...

Inside new Bill that seeks to formalise Alternative Dispute Resolution in Kenya Jun 21, 2025

Kenyans have until June 30 to submit their views on the proposed Dispute Resolution Bill, 2025.

Senior Al-Shabaab leaders among 12 terrorists killed in joint Somalia operation Jun 21, 2025

During the operation, combat vehicles, large quantities of weapons and other important equipment for the enemy were also destroyed.

17 bodies recovered after landslide at mining site in North Kivu, DRC Jun 20, 2025

Justin Ndayishimiye, a local Member of Parliament and former coordinator of artisanal mining in Rubaya, attributed the tragedy to the unregulated and...

42 Ugandan students, two embassy staff evacuated from Iran to Turkey Jun 20, 2025

The Ugandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reassured citizens that efforts are ongoing to locate and support any remaining Ugandans still in Iran.

IPOA responds to claims of mishandled evidence in Albert Ojwang's murder probe Jun 20, 2025

The statement further denied claims that Deputy Inspector General of Police, Eliud Lagat, who was summoned to appear before the Authority on Thursday,...

IOM sounds alarm over suspension of life-saving transport in South Sudan Jun 20, 2025

Statistics show that nearly 1.2 million people have crossed into South Sudan since April 2023, straining already fragile systems amid a worsening huma...

Kenya commits to Shirika Plan on World Refugee Day amid mounting refugee hunger crisis Jun 20, 2025

The day is marked under the theme "Solidarity with refugees" with Kenya hosting an event at the Kenya Christian Industrial Training Institute, Eastlei...

World marks international day to end sexual violence in conflict with calls for support for survivors Jun 19, 2025

In his report last year, UN Secretary-General António Guterres revealed that the escalation of conflict had exposed civilians to increased levels of s...

Explainer: Who assumes office when a DIG 'steps aside'? Jun 19, 2025

According to Erick Okeyo, the former chairperson of the Security Industry Association, no law allows for a DIG to step aside.

Police launch manhunt after gunman shoots and kills officer in Thika Jun 18, 2025

The officer, identified as Constable Bernard Koome, was on normal duty alongside his colleague when they spotted a suspicious black motorcycle.

ICJ-Kenya demands independent probe into police shooting of Boniface Kariuki during protest Jun 18, 2025

Kariuki, a young mask vendor, was brutally shot by a police officer during Tuesday's protests—ironically and tragically held to demand justice for Alb...

IAU summons SCU detectives over Albert Ojwang’s arrest and transfer from Homabay to Nairobi Jun 18, 2025

The officers are required to appear before IAU director at the IAU headquarters, situated at KCB Towers in Upper Hill, to explain their role in the ar...

Sixty feared dead after two shipwrecks off Libyan coast Jun 18, 2025

IOM’s search and rescue teams have been deployed to trace victims, while survivors have received urgent medical attention upon disembarkation.

Judiciary condemns police brutality during Tuesday's protests, vows to uphold rule of law Jun 18, 2025

Judiciary Spokesperson Paul Ndemo reiterated that the National Police Service (NPS) bears constitutional responsibility to identify, apprehend, and pr...

Police arrest terror suspect with explosives in Nairobi Jun 18, 2025

A subsequent search of the 22-year-old suspect revealed he was in possession of 21 detonators, 21 packets of a white substance suspected to be ammoniu...

Police officer captured on camera shooting man during Nairobi protest arrested Jun 17, 2025

National Police Service Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said the arrest followed a directive issued by Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja.

Ex-Garissa Protocol Officer charged with forgery, fraudulent acquisition of Sh6.8 million Jun 16, 2025

The suspect was arrested by detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on Thursday last week following investigations by the ant...

From stalls to screens: Eastleigh traders power quiet digital revolution through social media Jun 15, 2025

From modest corner shops to multi-million-shilling wholesalers, businesses here are increasingly turning to social media to attract a broader and more...

Concerns over slow pace of community land registration in Kenya Jun 14, 2025

For some communities, the process can prove to be quite expensive as it requires all members to come together and express interest in having the land...

Kenya marks World Blood Donor Day as state, Red Cross urge donations to save lives Jun 14, 2025

The annual event seeks to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products.

Autopsy report shows Kilifi girl was stabbed by boyfriend leading to her death Jun 14, 2025

The suspect was arrested on Sunday and arraigned in court, where police requested 10 days to complete investigations before pressing charges. He is ex...

Rwanda takes over from Kenya as chair of regional illicit arms control body Jun 14, 2025

Rwanda took over the leadership from Kenya on Friday during the 11th Council of Ministers meeting held in Nairobi. The meeting concluded with renewed...

EACC signs MoU with National Youth Council, seeks support in fight against corruption Jun 13, 2025

According to EACC chairman, Bishop David Oginde, corruption is a moral crisis, but a great opportunity exists for the commission to partner with the y...

President Ruto destroys 6,000 illegal firearms recovered by security agencies since 2022 Jun 13, 2025

A significant number of firearms were also recovered through the diligent efforts of security agencies during targeted operations.

National security gets Sh464.9 billion in budget, but gaps remain amid rising threats Jun 12, 2025

The NIS, for example, has been accorded Sh14 billion less than its boss, Noordi Haji, urged Parliament to approve last month.

IG Kanja orders internal probe into alleged police cover-up in Albert Ojwang’s death Jun 12, 2025

The unit is credited for successfully unlocking the gruesome murder of two Indians and a Kenyan taxi driver during the 2022 electioneering period.

Senator Methu writes to IPOA calling for probe after Nyandarua woman suffers miscarriage in police custody Jun 12, 2025

Reports indicate that the suspect had been held over a theft allegation but developed medical complications while in custody, resulting in the loss of...

Kenya added to EU's high-risk list for money laundering, terrorism financing deficiencies Jun 12, 2025

Kenya was added this week alongside Algeria, Angola, Côte d'Ivoire, Kenya, Laos, Lebanon, Monaco, Namibia, Nepal and Venezuela.

EACC arrests five civil servants over forged academic credentials in crackdown on fake certificates Jun 12, 2025

The suspects, comprising current and former employees of various public institutions, are accused of using falsified academic qualifications to secure...

US embassy backs calls for justice in Ojwang’s killing, urges state support for IPOA probe Jun 11, 2025

The case, which has caused a huge public backlash against what has emerged this year as a rise in cases of police brutality in the country, is officia...

IJM condemns killing of 17-year-old girl in Kilifi, calls for justice and action against femicide Jun 11, 2025

IJM termed her death a painful reminder of the persistent and deadly threat of violence against women and children in Kenya, particularly in vulnerabl...

Police forced to retract suicide claim after autopsy reveals Albert Ojwang' was tortured to death Jun 10, 2025

The death of the teacher, which followed an alleged complaint filed by Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat, is the latest in a series of tr...

How flawed charges, political overreach undermined Kenya’s biggest heroin case Jun 07, 2025

Flawed charge sheet and legal breaches lead to the acquittal of seven men in Sh1.3 billion heroin case after decade-long trial.

UN warns organised crime in Africa’s illicit gold trade threatens global security Jun 07, 2025

The groups are drawn to the sector due to perceived weak enforcement, inconsistent documentation, and regulatory loopholes along trade routes—all of w...

State proposes new PBO Act rules for civil society operations Jun 06, 2025

In undertaking its mandate, the Central Bank may vet proposed significant shareholders, proposed beneficial owners, proposed directors and senior offi...

Refugees in Kenya to access SIM cards, mobile money under new regulations Jun 06, 2025

This change gives refugees greater access to more services in line with the government-led Shirika Plan that seeks to foster socioeconomic inclusion o...

Treasury officials ordered to repay Sh39 million fradulently paid in unauthorised allowances Jun 06, 2025

Lady Justice L.M. Njuguna consequently ordered Murage to refund Sh20,318,000. Of this amount, Sh11,078,601 is to be forfeited from his Equity Bank acc...

EACC recovers 4.9 acres of illegally allocated public land in Loresho worth over Sh400m Jun 05, 2025

The recovery follows a ruling delivered by Justice Ogutu Mboya of the Environment and Land Court, which noted that the land was not available for allo...

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