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Why you'll no longer have to go to police stations to report incidents
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 15, 2025

The Interior ministry explained that a digital system for processing traffic fines and the implementation of a digital occurrence book were central to...

Eastleigh Voice journalist seeks justice after being assaulted by police outside BBS Mall
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 04, 2025

Shafat, a photographer at The Eastleigh Voice is the latest victim of police brutality that was meted against him on Christmas night outside the Busin...

Guatemala, El Salvador send troops to Haiti to fight gangs as Kenyan-led mission struggles to restore normalcy
Reuters  |  Jan 04, 2025

The mission has failed to prevent gangs from taking new territories and committing several massacres as violence dramatically escalated in the last mo...

55 police officers killed in 2024 as Kenya thwarts 47 terror attacks in two years
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 19, 2024

Over the past six years, Kenya has also tragically lost 383 officers.

Kenyan officers, Haiti police deny claims of a breakdown in relations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 09, 2024

Although Kenya pledged in October to deploy an additional 600 officers, this commitment remains unfulfilled due to the volatile security situation.

Kenyan police in Haiti submit resignations over pay delays
Reuters  |  Dec 06, 2024

Among them were at least five senior officers, including a unit commander, who was the first to submit a letter in October,

Surrender or face inevitable force, Haiti police tell gang leader Barbecue
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2024

In addition to combatting the gangs, the MSS and PNH have been working alongside residents to address infrastructure challenges.

Over 900 police officers in Eastern Region moved to different stations
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 16, 2024

The memo dated November 14, instructs the police heads to release 974 officers from their current stations.

Kenya Police and Bandari FC stay unbeaten, Gor Mahia’s struggles continue
Rama Mohammed  |  Nov 06, 2024

Kenya Police and Bandari FC extended their unbeaten runs in the FKF Premier League on Wednesday, while Gor Mahia’s struggles deepened with another def...

Over 180 police officers set for promotions after interviews
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 24, 2024

The officers who had completed a six-month promotional course will be assessed to certain their suitability for the expected mandate.

President Ruto: We can only support Kenyan troops in Haiti till March
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 11, 2024

Visit by the Haitian leader is meant to drum up support for the release of funds and the deployment of the remaining troops.

UN Security Council extends Kenyan-led Haiti mission for one year
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 30, 2024

This decision follows President William Ruto's recent visit to Haiti, where he assessed the Kenyan police mission.

Zamalek SC halts Kenya Police FC’s CAF Confederation Cup run
Rama Mohammed  |  Sep 20, 2024

Kenya Police FC's inaugural CAF Confederation Cup campaign came to a close on Friday after a 2-1 defeat to Zamalek SC at Cairo International Stadium....

Zamalek SC host Kenya Police FC in crucial CAF Confederation Cup Clash
Rama Mohammed  |  Sep 20, 2024

Kenya Police FC faces a formidable challenge as they take on Egypt’s Zamalek SC in the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup Round of 32 on Friday....

National Assembly approves Kanja for appointment as Police Inspector General
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2024

Kanja brings nearly four decades of law enforcement experience to his new role.

State to allocate Sh106 billion to implement Maraga taskforce reforms - Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2024

The President confirmed that the National Treasury will contribute part of the funds, with the remainder to be provided by investors.

Kindiki commits to people-centered security reforms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 18, 2024

The CS on Wednesday noted that these reforms will be participatory and open, aimed at helping the country reach its socio-economic and cultural goals.

Kindiki gazettes National Steering Committee to implement Maraga Taskforce police reforms
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2024

The committee which will be chaired by Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, includes Principal Secretaries from National Treasury, State Depar...

Kenya Police FC face uphill battle after loss to Zamalek
Rama Mohammed  |  Sep 14, 2024

Kenya Police FC face a tough challenge after a 1-0 home defeat to Zamalek SC in the CAF Confederation Cup. With the second leg in Egypt, Police must s...

National Police Service Commission announces pay rise for officers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 05, 2024

Entry-level police constables' basic salaries have been increased from Sh21,645 to Sh25,645.

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