Fraud Stories

Court releases car dealer Khalif Kairo on Sh2 million cash bail
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jan 14, 2025

His lead lawyer Danstan Omari claimed that dealers out to bring Khalif down are bankrolling the case against him and vowed to petition the Director of...

Fake academic papers, impunity among Kenya’s biggest corruption hurdles – EACC boss
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 12, 2025

Twalib highlighted impunity as the most significant obstacle in combating corruption, saying that people continue to engage in corrupt practices witho...

Kenya drafts policy to regulate cryptocurrencies amid rising risks of fraud, cybercrime
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 12, 2025

The Treasury said the proposal reflects Kenya’s shift from considering a ban on virtual assets to integrating them into the formal economy under clear...

Detectives arrest varsity student duping Kenyans he can alter KCSE results
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 21, 2024

Detectives said Ronald Osebe Osebe, alias Nancy Baya, will be charged under the Computer Misuse and Cyber Crime Act, 2018.

Two former Isiolo officials charged over Sh163.4 million fraud
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 18, 2024

It noted that the accused face eight counts of willful failure to comply with procurement laws and four counts of abuse of office under the Anti-Corru...

US case against Gautam Adani appears strong but extradition unlikely, experts say
Reuters  |  Dec 16, 2024

The US Justice Department declined to comment on whether the United States had asked India to extradite Gautam Adani.

Ex-PS Dave Mwangi charged with fraudulent acquisition of Sh350 million land
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2024

Just over a year ago, Mwangi was acquitted in the Anglo-Leasing case due to a lack of sufficient evidence.

Adani Group CFO says bribery case accused to clarify matters in next 10 days
Reuters  |  Nov 29, 2024

The ports-to-power conglomerate has previously denied the charges as "baseless" and vowed to seek "all possible legal recourse".

Interpol arrests 24 Kenyans in major operation against credit card fraudsters 
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 27, 2024

Dubbed ‘Operation Serengeti,’ the operation focused on dismantling criminal networks exploiting banking systems and engaging in fraudulent activities.

Adani deals expose how lawmakers lack coherence, bow to presidential will - MP
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 25, 2024

MP Mbui pointed out that MPs have failed to maintain independent positions, undermining the electorate’s trust.

Pressure mounts on Ruto to terminate Adani-linked healthcare project
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 23, 2024

Wamalwa criticised both President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga for supporting the Adani Group despite its questionable global reputation.

Adani fallout: Spotlight now turns to Sh104 billion health system deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 22, 2024

The President ordered the cancellation of the energy and aviation deals during his State of the Nation address, citing credible evidence of corruption...

Treasury on the spot for delaying e-procurement system, Ruto orders rollout by 2025
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2024

He pointed out that this system would be a crucial tool in the fight against corruption, a battle he vowed to take on with full resolve.

India's opposition leader demands Adani's arrest after bribery scheme exposed
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 21, 2024

Gandhi spoke hours after news emerged that Adani had paid $265 million (Sh34 billion) to Indian officials to obtain power supply contracts.

Tough questions awaiting Moi University officials in Sh2.2 billion fraud case
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2024

The investigation follows mounting concerns over corruption within the university, particularly regarding the handling of several construction project...

Two former NYS officials jailed for defrauding agency Sh791 million
Joseph Ndunda  |  Nov 06, 2024

They were found guilty of conspiracy to defraud after colluding to loot the agency in payment for fictitious procurement.

Safaricom denies claims of colluding with police to breach customer privacy
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 01, 2024

On Wednesday, the DCI also denied the claims, saying the police only rely on mobile service providers for a small percentage of their investigations.

Tanzanian arrested for defrauding Kilifi livestock trader detained as DCI probes fraud
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 28, 2024

The suspects will return to court on November 13 for a determination on whether they will be charged.

Cybercrime costs Kenya Sh10 billion, second highest in Africa in 2023
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 26, 2024

Despite efforts to counter external threats, insider threats and online fraud have emerged as the leading dangers.

Revealed: Sports Ministry’s shocking over Sh1 Billion expenditure on AFCON consultancy
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 07, 2024

The Ministry of Sports is facing a storm of criticism after revelations that it allocated over Ksh1 billion to consultancy services for the 2027 Afric...

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