improvised explosive device Stories

Three KDF soldiers killed, seven injured in Lamu IED blast
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 15, 2025

Lamu East Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) George Kubai confirmed the incident, saying the soldiers were returning to Kiunga after ferrying their coll...

Two dead in Garissa after IED blast along Ijara–Bodhai Road
Issa Hussein  |  Jul 14, 2025

The victims were traveling on Brobox vehicle registration number KDJ 495N and were destined to Bodhai town on the fateful night.

Somalia launches national conference to address threat of lllegal firearms, IEDs
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 03, 2025

The event brought together senior officials from the federal and regional administrations, as well as international partners involved in Somalia’s sec...

Africa marks mine awareness day amidst the ongoing threat of IEDs
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 04, 2025

Despite significant efforts and progress over the years, the continent continues to face serious challenges in mine action, including the effects of I...

Five injured in afternoon Mandera attack
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 24, 2024

Upon establishing the contents of the bag, they called in for help from the local police, but the explosive exploded before the officers could arrive...

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