Missing Voices Stories

Police obstruction, ODPP inaction frustrate efforts to punish killer cops - IPOA
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 08, 2025

IPOA chairperson Issack Hassan said the authority continues to face resistance from police officers who block access to crucial records and ignore sum...

Missing persons cases linked to human trafficking in Northern Kenya - Interior CS Murkomen
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 22, 2025

Investigations are ongoing to determine whether the individuals are affiliated with recruiting agencies or an organised group.

MSS terms as propaganda video claiming to show missing Kenyan officer in Haiti
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 06, 2025

Kabiru was among the officers ambushed by a gang while on a critical rescue mission in Haiti, where gangs have been wreaking havoc across the nation.

Missing Person Alert
Amina Wako  |  Feb 27, 2025

She was last seen near 10th Street, where South C Matatus operates. Her phone has been switched off, and her whereabouts remain unknown.

Activist claims he was in same 'detention centre’ with missing MCA during abduction
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 06, 2025

The Dela Ward MCA has been missing for more than five months after he was abducted on September 13, 2024, on Enterprise Road in Nairobi.

DCI, KWS given deadline to produce missing Nakuru fisherman Brian Odhiambo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 26, 2025

Odhiambo was last seen on January 18, 2025, during a routine patrol by Kenya Wildlife Service officers near Lake Nakuru National Park.

Court gives Kanja last chance to explain whereabouts of four men abducted in Mlolongo
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jan 23, 2025

The judge also dismissed the IG's application to have the orders stayed as he prepared to appeal against them.

Abductions: Relief as four young men released after missing for days
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 06, 2025

Their release coincides with planned protests in Nairobi and other towns, where demonstrators had vowed to block major roads to demand the release of...

Omtatah seeks High Court orders for release of abducted Kenyans, dead or alive
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 30, 2024

The missing persons are Gideon Kibet, Ronny Kiplagat, Steve Kavingo Mbisi, Billy Mwangi, Peter Muteti, Bernard Kavuli, and Kelvin Muthoni.

Back to the streets: Families of missing Kenyans to stage nationwide protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 30, 2024

Protests come after the expiry of a 48-hour ultimatum demanding the unconditional release of individuals allegedly held incommunicado by state agents.

MP Keynan to President Ruto: Help bring missing Wajir MCA back to his family
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 10, 2024

Keynan reminded President Ruto of his government's commitment to eradicating abductions and ensuring the safety of all citizens.

Garissa family seeks help to trace Sheikh who mysteriously vanished in Nairobi
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 23, 2024

The family is now appealing to the public for help, urging anyone with information to contact the nearest police station or call 0720828901.

Issack Hassan vows to ban unmarked police vehicles if approved as IPOA boss
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 23, 2024

He argued that the vehicles have been misused by officers, leading to instances of abuse and human rights violations that are difficult to track.

High Court to rule Monday on production of missing Wajir MCA
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 25, 2024

Lawyer Danstan Omari for the family argued that recent incidents have shown that once such orders are issued, the subjects are abandoned somewhere ali...

Police urge public vigilance as 339 murders reported in two months
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 24, 2024

The NPS has reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice is served for the victims and their families.

Missing Wajir MCA’s case to proceed even without government chemist's report
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 24, 2024

Hussein was abducted by armed men in Nairobi's South B on September 13 and has not been found.

Garissa family appeals for help over their missing daughter
Issa Hussein  |  Aug 18, 2024

"We are appealing to members of the public, especially those in Mandera town and the neighbouring towns of Ethiopia and Somalia, to help us trace our...

Tasks awaiting next Attorney General in wake of anti-government protests
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 31, 2024

One of the mandates of Oduor as the AG will be to promote human rights and implement the Constitution, and access to justice including through the pro...

Malawi Vice-President Saulos Klaus Chilima dies in plane crash
Amina Wako  |  Jun 11, 2024

Chilima, along with nine others lost their lives after the military plane they were travelling in crashed in Chikangawa Forest in Mzimba in the northe...

Malawi Vice-President's plane may have crashed in forest, military says
Reuters  |  Jun 11, 2024

Aviation authorities had failed to make contact with the aircraft since it went off the radar.

Search continues for missing aircraft carrying Malawi Vice-President
Reuters  |  Jun 11, 2024

"I have given strict orders that the operation should continue until the plane is found. I'm holding on to every fibre of hope that we'll find survivo...

Plane carrying Malawi Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima reported missing
Amina Wako  |  Jun 10, 2024

Efforts by aviation authorities to establish contact with the aircraft that went off-radar have been unsuccessful.

Busia boy, 10, seeks help finding father who left him at Nairobi bus station
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 21, 2024

The boy, Isaac Oronje, travelled with his father, Brighton Baraza, from Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, on Sunday. His mother, Melissa, lives in Nambale,...

Haki Africa-IPOA project promises stronger fight against torture in Kenya
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 24, 2024

The Access to Justice for Victims of Torture project, funded by the UN, will address torture cases while protecting victims' rights.

Missing Voices reports drop in police killings in Kenya but says gaps remain
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 24, 2024

Missing Voices further reported that the number of victims of enforced disappearances also decreased, from 22 in 2022 to 10 last year.

State launches emergency Amber alerts to trace missing children
Amina Wako  |  Mar 19, 2024

This initiative marks a crucial technological innovation for Kenya, making it the 34th country globally and the third in Africa to adopt Meta's Amber...

Help us locate our kin, Meru family appeals to CS Kindiki
Waweru Wairimu  |  Mar 12, 2024

Euticus Mutuma Michael, a trained teacher, was reported missing on September 10 last year

Missing boy found in Eastleigh seeks to be reunited with family
Mary Wambui  |  Feb 11, 2024

Abdullahi is the second child to have been reported missing in Eastleigh this week.

Garissa family appeals for help in locating 18-year-old girl reported missing
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 03, 2024

They requested anyone with information about her whereabouts to contact the family or the police.

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