KMPDC Stories

KMPDC shuts Scion Hospital's maternity wing, opens probe into alleged negligence
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

It said it has launched a formal inquiry into the matter, with immediate steps taken to protect patient safety.

Gachagua reveals why Ruto’s photos still hang in his home: ‘A constant reminder of betrayal’
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

According to Gachagua, the decision to keep President Ruto's photos was deliberate, meant to constantly remind him not to trust people blindly.

From power to peace: Gachagua finds joy in rural life after impeachment as DP
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

If his impeachment was intended to end his political journey, Gachagua sees it instead as the start of a new, more purposeful chapter—one that begins...

IPOA disputes Ruto’s claim on abductions, says investigations still ongoing
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 14, 2025

IPOA told MPs on Wednesday that investigations into these cases are ongoing and that the perpetrators have not yet been identified.

Gachagua hails appeals court ruling, eyes 2027 opposition unity against Ruto
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 11, 2025

Gachagua urged his supporters to pray for unity among opposition leaders, warning that their political rivals are hoping for division.

High Court bars police from investigating extra-judicial killings, abductions
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 09, 2025

Justice Mugambi agreed with Kituo Cha Sheria, Haki Africa, and Charles Njue — a relative of a victim of enforced disappearance — that parallel investi...

Court of Appeal to rule on DCJ Mwilu’s power to appoint judges in Gachagua case
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

Mwilu had empanelled Justices Eric Ogolla, Anthony Mrima and Fridah Mugambi to hear the case, which sought to determine the legality of Gachagua’s imp...

DCI arrests 28 suspects, recovers 22 stolen vehicles across 11 counties
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 08, 2025

The thefts occurred through various means, including car hire scams, theft from parking lots, robbery with violence and carjacking incidents.

LSK, Amnesty urge DCI to release equipment seized from ‘Blood Parliament’ filmmakers
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 06, 2025

The four filmmakers were at the DCI headquarters, but LSK and civil society organisations took them to safety after learning the DCI was planning to d...

Five arrested after explosives hidden in milk carton are found on passenger bus
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 06, 2025

Detectives said they immediately escorted the bus to Kanyonyo Police Station, where the driver, Lawrance Kioko Mutuku, and the conductor, Said Rashid...

ICJ Kenya welcomes ruling declaring Worldcoin’s biometric data collection illegal
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 05, 2025

ICJ Kenya said the court confirmed WorldCoin began collecting data without obtaining valid consent from the ODPC and failed to carry out the mandatory...

Seven suspects in Naivasha gang busted with toy pistol used in robberies
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 04, 2025

The suspects – Patrick Handi, 45, David Muchina, 34, Grace Wanjiru, 33, Erick Kabiru, 32, Hassan Jamal, 32, Christopher Kimani, 30, and Ronny Muturi,...

WhatsApp to limit broadcast messages in anti-spam move: what Kenyans should know
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 03, 2025

This feature, currently available to select Android beta testers, is aimed at curbing spam and encouraging more intentional communication on the platf...

Slain Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were to be buried on May 9 in Homa Bay
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

The plans for the late ODM MP’s final journey are already in motion, with the funeral arrangements being coordinated by different teams from Parliamen...

DCI: We’ve narrowed down to potential suspects in Kasipul MP Charles Were’s murder
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

The DCI revealed that the breakthrough came after an extensive review and reconstruction of the MP’s final movements, from Parliament to the location...

Refugee seeks court order for DCI to investigate brother’s death at Kakuma resort
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 01, 2025

Claude Mutaratara, the petitioner, claims his brother, Derick Ingabire, died at the resort on March 21, 2024, but no investigations have been conducte...

SADC begins phased withdrawal of peacekeeping force from eastern DR Congo
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 01, 2025

The phased withdrawal, which began on April 29, 2025, marks the conclusion of a mission launched in December 2023 to stabilise and restore peace in on...

SADC troops begin withdrawal from Eastern DRC via Rwanda
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 29, 2025

SAMIDRC was deployed on December 15, 2023, to support the DRC government in restoring peace and stability in the eastern region, following the withdra...

KMPDC launches audit of foreign doctors to boost transparency, patient safety
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 28, 2025

Upon completion of the audit, the KMPDC will release a comprehensive report to address any concerns regarding the licensing of foreign medical practit...

Tanzania lifts Ban on Malawi, South Africa agricultural imports after diplomatic truce
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 26, 2025

This latest move marks a de-escalation of tensions after what had initially appeared to be a brewing trade row among the SADC partners.

Kenya's TV, radio stations ordered to cut betting content within 14 days
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 26, 2025

The Communications Authority also cited breaches of the FM Radio and TV Licence Conditions on Adherence to the Programme Code and Complaints Handling...

KMPDC given seven-day deadline to release dentistry regulation documents
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 25, 2025

These issues involved claims of illegal licensing and the withdrawal of some scopes of practice.

Tanzania hits back at Malawi, South Africa with trade ban on agricultural products
Amina Wako  |  Apr 24, 2025

The trade measures include a complete ban on both the export and import of agricultural commodities between Tanzania and the two countries. In Malawi’...

Duale warns KMPDC against accrediting unqualified medical facilities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 22, 2025

Duale said the Council plays a crucial role in ensuring that all Kenyans can access safe and quality healthcare regardless of their age or financial s...

Billion-dollar Asian cyberscam industry spreading globally, UN says
Reuters  |  Apr 22, 2025

The international community is at a “critical inflexion point,” the UNODC said, urging that failure to address the problem would have “unprecedented c...

DCI dismisses 'gangsters paradise' claims, assures heightened security in Coast region
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 19, 2025

Amin urged the public to continue cooperating with security agencies and to report any suspicious activity through the appropriate legal channels.

DCI boss warns Gachagua against politicising security matters after assassination claims
Amina Wako  |  Apr 19, 2025

Gachagua alleged that the surveillance of his movements and the withdrawal of his security were part of a larger “backward conspiracy” meant to expose...

Rwanda grants SADC troops safe passage from DR Congo conflict zone
Amina Wako  |  Apr 18, 2025

The mission encountered significant setbacks, including the loss of 20 soldiers and being pinned down by M23 fighters. A deal struck in March between...

Tanzania threatens trade ban on Malawi and South Africa over continued import restrictions
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 17, 2025

All three countries — Tanzania, Malawi, and South Africa — are members of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), raising concerns about gr...

State threatens to revoke Standard Group licenses over Sh48m regulatory fees
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 15, 2025

In a further twist, Standard Group revealed that while the government is demanding Sh48 million in licence fees, it owes the company Sh1.2 billion in...

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