Bandit Attacks Stories

Police recover stolen camels in Turkana after coordinated operation
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 08, 2025

The police commended the community for its cooperation and urged continued partnership in combating livestock theft and banditry in the North Rift.

Pastor Mackenzie promised children wealth, helicopter if they followed his teachings - witness
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 07, 2025

The prosecution continues to build its case against Pastor Mackenzie and 92 co-accused over the deaths of 191 people in the Shakahola forest. The susp...

Genocide prevention expert raises alarm over alleged Sudan atrocity crimes
UN News  |  Nov 07, 2025

Beyani’s office said risk indicators for atrocity crimes are present in Sudan but emphasises that only an international court or other legal body can...

Kenya deregisters 680 rogue job agencies in crackdown on fake overseas recruiters
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 06, 2025

The government’s crackdown follows viral protests and growing outrage from young Kenyans conned out of millions.

New study finds long-term use of sleep pill melatonin may raise risk of heart failure and death
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 06, 2025

Researchers say adults using melatonin for years faced nearly double the risk of heart failure and death compared to non-users.

Survivors of 1998 Nairobi bombing renew plea for justice, US compensation
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 06, 2025

Survivors say 27 years of silence and broken promises have deepened their pain, urging Presidents Ruto and Trump to finally deliver justice and dignit...

Two more AK-47s surrendered as Elgeyo Marakwet disarmament drive nets 301 firearms
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 06, 2025

Authorities have reiterated that the disarmament exercise is part of broader government efforts to curb armed violence and promote long-term peace and...

868 Al-Shabaab militants killed since February - Somali Defence Ministry
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 06, 2025

According to the 2025 Global Terrorism Index, Somalia ranked seventh in 2024 among countries most impacted by terrorism, with Al Shabaab responsible f...

Sudan war and political uncertainty block progress on Abyei peace talks
UN News  |  Nov 06, 2025

The fighting is putting peacekeepers at risk and “the situation has become more dire with a surge in targeted drone strikes” by the RSF, which has had...

Hormonal contraceptives linked to higher breast cancer risk, study finds
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 06, 2025

Recent studies show a small but measurable increase in breast cancer risk for women using hormonal contraceptives, highlighting the importance of info...

Malawi faces fresh fuel shortage weeks after Mutharika’s return to power
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 05, 2025

For citizens, déjà vu is an understatement; fuel shortages have plagued the country for more than two years.

Government orders all sugar re-packagers to register by November 17 to curb substandard products
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2025

The Kenya Sugar Board said the registration will help enhance traceability, tighten quality control and curb the sale of adulterated sugar in the mark...

TikTok removes over 590,000 videos in Kenya for violating guidelines
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 04, 2025

TikTok has been facing increased scrutiny in Kenya following a March 2025 investigation that found minors were vulnerable to sexualised livestreams on...

East African shipping routes on edge after pirates attempt to hijack tanker in Somalia
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Crew aboard the Stolt Sagaland repelled four armed attackers off the Somali coast, the first suspected piracy incident in the region since 2024.

‘Plant trees, not trouble’: Eastleigh official urges unity in climate and crime fight
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 03, 2025

Assistant County Commissioner Mohamed Adow Hadi calls on residents to plant trees, follow building rules, and help curb rising youth crime across East...

Kenya's Junior Stars placed in Group A for U17 AFCON region qualifiers
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 31, 2025

The ten-nation competition will see the top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals, where the Group A winner will face the Group B runne...

Grammarly rebrands as Superhuman in major AI productivity shift
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 31, 2025

Announced on Wednesday by CEO Shishir Mehrotra, the rebrand signals Grammarly’s evolution from a niche writing tool into a full-scale AI productivity...

KRA’s official X account hacked, public warned against fraudulent posts
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 31, 2025

In a statement, KRA Corporate said urgent efforts are underway in collaboration with X to retrieve and secure the official account.

Senator Hamida demands clarity on Kenya’s new food labelling rules
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 31, 2025

Under the new rules, all packaged foods must display nutritional content in a clear and visible manner.

Over 15,000 flee Sudan's El Fasher amid RSF attacks on civilians
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 30, 2025

The Sudanese Doctors Network warned of an imminent humanitarian catastrophe in Tawila if international agencies do not intervene urgently.

The secret to perfectly crispy cheese balls Kenyans can’t stop making at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 29, 2025

Crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and bursting with cheesy goodness, these bite-sized delights are ideal for family gatherings, parties, or even c...

Court told Mackenzie secretly ate in custody as followers starved for eight days
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 29, 2025

Fifteen of the suspects reportedly refused to eat for eight consecutive days, insisting that they were fasting for divine intervention in their legal...

Ex-GSU officer’s death confirmed two years after Shakahola cult horror that destroyed entire family
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 29, 2025

Isaac Ngala’s death is confirmed nearly two years after the Shakahola cult starvation tragedy claimed his wife, children, and relatives, as authoritie...

Highway robbery fears resurface after string of attacks on transporters
Mary Wambui  |  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...

M23 accuses Kinshasa of violating ceasefire, launching fresh offensive in eastern DR Congo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 28, 2025

The rebel coalition accuses Kinshasa of launching coordinated attacks despite a recent Doha peace deal and vows to defend civilians.

Paul Mackenzie twisted Bible teachings to mislead followers, court told
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 28, 2025

Dr Stephen Gathogo Anyenda said he analysed several of Mackenzie’s sermons posted online and found them to be misleading, radical and contrary to Chri...

Kenya’s Special Operations Group foils Al-Shabaab IED plot in Garissa
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 27, 2025

According to the Counter Terrorism Policing unit, the incident occurred in the Welmerer-Yumbia area, where the militants were reportedly assembling IE...

3K FC stun Mombasa United as Kibera Black Stars edge City Stars in NSL thriller
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 26, 2025

The weekend’s results saw 3K FC and Kibera Black Stars emerge as the standout performers of Round Four, sending a clear message of intent as the race...

Lawyer moves court to block counties from auctioning private property without legal approval
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 24, 2025

The petition argues the National Rating Act violates property rights and due process, seeking urgent court intervention to halt county-led auctions of...

IPOA Chair Issack Hassan, Katwa Kigen and 33 others shortlisted for Court of Appeal judge positions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2025

JSC said it will announce interview dates soon and encouraged the public to provide, in writing, any information concerning the shortlisted candidates...

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