eastleigh crime Stories

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.

John Mwaura’s quiet mission to give Eastleigh’s youth a second chance
Erick Kariuki  |  May 08, 2025

In Eastleigh, where many young people face limited opportunities, one coach has spent over a decade using football as a tool for transformation. John...

Sewage crisis deepens forcing Eastleigh traders to wear gumboots at work
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 08, 2025

They now work in stagnant wastewater, which has created an unsafe and unhygienic environment.

Court issues arrest warrant for senior officer in case of British woman’s illegal detention
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 06, 2025

The court noted that Muraya was not represented by a counsel who could inform it about her whereabouts and the reasons behind her failure to appear as...

Waudo Street never sleeps: Inside Eastleigh’s vibrant night food and game scene
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 06, 2025

The visitors are not limited to Eastleigh residents. People travel from other parts of Nairobi, including South C, Parklands, and Jam Street. They par...

Congolese man sentenced to 40 years in prison for murdering his Kenyan lawyer girlfriend
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 06, 2025

The court heard that the couple, who were engaged and planning to get married, had a falling out on the night of the incident.

Eastleigh SIM-swap heist: How suspects used stolen IDs, fake bank accounts to steal Sh3.2m
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 05, 2025

The suspects were not found with any identification documents belonging to them, and the DCI will be relying on the National Registration Bureau to as...

Pakistani Bank Al Habib announces exit from Kenya after seven years
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 05, 2025

The company said the decision follows a strategic review undertaken by the Board of Directors and is part of a wider global restructuring plan.

In Eastleigh’s Somali cafés, spiced milk coffee is a sip of home and heritage
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 05, 2025

Somali coffee is traditionally brewed with spices such as cardamom, cloves, and sometimes cinnamon, resulting in a deeply aromatic blend.

Children falling into sewage- Eastleigh residents decry deplorable condition of Seventh Street
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 17, 2025

Locals report that the road has been in a poor state for an extended period, with the heavy rains only exacerbating the problem by increasing the volu...

Ex-Eastleigh police boss, junior officer charged with torture of UK national
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 16, 2025

The charges against them arise from an incident in which they allegedly declined to arrest Jama for assaulting Ayni.

Tarmacking of Mvuma Nyuki Road spurs economic activity in Eastleigh South
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 14, 2025

The stretch of road running from 17th Street to beyond 19th Street was previously in poor condition, marked by large potholes, heavy dust during dry s...

Eastleigh’s beloved ‘bun’: A roasted, spiced coffee tradition steeped in culture and care
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 12, 2025

This coffee, known simply as bun, is roasted over open flames, ground by hand, simmered with or without spices and served with a warmth that transcend...

Isiolo Governor condemns demolition of homes, accuses Isiolo OCS of abuse of power
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

The demolitions, carried out by police officers under the command of the Isiolo Officer Commanding Station (OCS) on Friday, left scores of residents h...

Supreme Court upholds Ruth Kamande’s life sentence for murder
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

She was convicted after stabbing Farid Halim 25 times, leading to his death.

Tenth and Eleventh streets in Eastleigh deteriorate despite recent tarmacking
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 06, 2025

A major contributor to this deterioration is the activity of borehole drilling companies operating in the area. These companies frequently dispose of...

Traders, commuters voice concerns over raw sewage on Eastleigh's Athumani Kipanga Street
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 03, 2025

Taxi drivers, hawkers and other traders have raised complaints about the poor road conditions and the impact on their daily activities.

Students break for three-week April holiday amid ongoing challenges in education sector
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

The second term is expected to begin on April 28 and will last for 14 weeks.

Illegal water users in Nairobi given until April 30 to regularise their supply
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

The operation is aimed at eliminating unauthorised water access in Nairobi and its environs to ensure fair distribution and maintain water quality.

Vibrant atmosphere as Eastleigh comes alive as Ramadan draws to a close
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 31, 2025

Restaurants, which are central to social interactions in the neighbourhood, remained closed during the day as residents observed the fast, contributin...

In Pictures: Muslims countrywide celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr to mark end of Ramadan
Eastleigh Voice Team  |  Mar 30, 2025

The government gazetted Monday, March 31, 2025, as a public holiday to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr as Muslims across Kenya mark the end of Ramadan.

Dressed in celebration: How Muslims embrace tradition through Eid attire
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 28, 2025

Some men choose a crisp white thobe (kanzu), a flowing ankle-length robe that exudes simplicity and sophistication, especially popular in Kenya's Coas...

Nairobi County turns to new firm for garbage collection
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

The move has sparked heated debates over legality, financial transparency, and the impact on private contractors.

Thousands gather for Laylat al-Qadr prayers in Eastleigh mosques
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 27, 2025

At Business Bay Square Mall, hundreds of Muslims performed the Tahajjud prayers on Thursday in the lower grounds near the food court and other areas a...

Roadside traders on Eastleigh’s Athumani Kipanga Street count losses as structures are demolished
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 26, 2025

Last month, mall owners along the street threatened to take legal action against Nairobi City County if the illegal businesses were not removed.

Autopsy reveals man allegedly shot by State House aide’s bodyguard suffered multiple gunshot wounds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

Mohamed Keinan, a police officer attached to State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, is alleged to have shot Langat several times on Sunday night in...

Eastleigh transforms into 24-hour economy as businesses adapt to increased night activities
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 26, 2025

This shift has become more noticeable in the past six days, coinciding with the last 10 days of Ramadan, when Muslims engage in Tahajjud prayers start...

World Water Day: Families' daily struggle for clean water as waterborne diseases surge
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 22, 2025

The deterioration of water treatment programs has left countless people with no choice but to consume untreated water, exposing them to a higher risk...

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan hands over 50 computers to technical college
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 19, 2025

The computers were sent by President William Ruto following a request made by the MP during the President’s visit to the institution last week.

How Ramadan has transformed night-time activities in Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 17, 2025

The night air is soon filled with the sounds of Qur’an recitations from mosques as Tarawih prayers begin. The prayers, which are performed only during...

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