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Uganda: One dead, several injured in Iganga campaign violence
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 29, 2025

Several individuals linked to the violence have been arrested and are now in police custody, as the Uganda Police Force continues to investigate the i...

Tusker face Mara Sugar as Sofapaka brace for APS Bomet in key weekend fixtures
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 29, 2025

Tusker FC travel to Awendo seeking to arrest a worrying slump after suffering back-to-back losses against Police FC and, most recently, Gor Mahia.

Mogadishu police, intelligence agents crack down on armed groups after surge in street crime
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 27, 2025

NISA described the operation as part of the Federal Government’s broader efforts to disrupt groups it considers anti-peace elements.

Cases of police misconduct rises despite overall drop in crime -Report
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2025

Following a dramatic 70.4 per cent rise the previous year, these offences increased by another three per cent during the 2024-25 review period. The re...

‘Everyone should vote freely’: KNCHR warns against intimidation and bribery in by-elections
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 26, 2025

In line with its constitutional mandate, the KNCHR said it has deployed commissioners, staff, and field monitors across election zones.

Police assure Kenyans of security ahead of Thursday’s by-elections
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 26, 2025

The spokesperson also assured Kenyans that the police will enforce the law fairly, even as he urged for calm and for voters to collaborate with IEBC o...

Ugandan police accuse NUP supporters of attacking officers at Bobi Wine rally
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 25, 2025

Police condemned the violence and warned that anyone involved in such acts would face strict action.

Witness: Officers beat Kianjokoma brothers unconscious before driving them away
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 25, 2025

The court heard that the two officers then lifted the unconscious Boniface and placed him into a police Land Rover, while Mutura, still alive despite...

Kanja admits police could have done better in handling Gen Z protests, advocates for training
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 22, 2025

Kanja said the service is prioritising reforms aimed at improving professionalism at police stations, which he described as the “centres of excellence...

Man held in Kilimani over Sh2.5 million police recruitment scheme
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 22, 2025

Benedict Odeng’ero Wekesa was taken into custody after three victims reported to the police how they were lured with promises of “guaranteed” entry in...

IPOA decries low turnout in police recruitment, recommends two-day exercise
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 21, 2025

The Authority noted that while recruitment panels' welfare was adequately provided for, applicants lacked similar support, including access to drinkin...

Senators order agencies to reconcile records on injured police officers’ claims amid conflicting figures
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 20, 2025

Details showed that while SHA reported paying over 1,500 claims worth Sh1.27 billion, the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services had n...

Garissa resident sues National Assembly over police service commission appointments
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 20, 2025

Rukia Mohamed claims appointments favour certain regions, ignoring President Ruto’s directive for fair national representation.

Gen Z protests in Kenya: Key facts (2024-2025)
Charity Pancras  |  Nov 20, 2025

Police deployed live bullets, rubber bullets, tear gas, batons, and water cannons, while prominent online voices were arrested or went missing.

Lawyer Chacha Mwita detained for 14 days over terrorism financing probe
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2025

The Kahawa Law Courts ruled that the allegations, while not proof of guilt, raise serious questions over public safety and national security that requ...

Amnesty report shows at least 128 killed, 3,000 arrested in 2024–2025 Gen Z protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2025

Findings revealed how the state combined traditional and digital repression to target activists, particularly those from marginalised socio-economic b...

Court gives IG of Police seven days to file report on disappearance of Mwenda Mbijiwe
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 19, 2025

Justice Martin Muya issued what he termed the "final adjournment," directing the IG to present a full account of the progress made by security agencie...

Amnesty exposes state-backed harassment network during Kenya’s 2024–2025 Gen Z protests
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 19, 2025

Hanifa Adan, who built a large following on X for her role in the Gen Z movement’s fundraising for victims of state violence and her outspoken calls f...

Only two of 11 police aircraft operational, rest grounded over maintenance failures, EACC audit reveals
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 17, 2025

The audit, commissioned by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja in February, examined the systems, policies, procedures, and practices of the NPS...

IPOA launches nationwide monitoring of police recruitment to ensure fairness, transparency
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 17, 2025

Over 400 recruitment centres have opened their doors to thousands of Kenyans seeking to join the service, with the NPS targeting 10,000 new constables...

Senators call for real-time CCTV monitoring in all cells to curb police brutality
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 17, 2025

The move comes amid rising concerns over reports of police brutality, harassment and unexplained deaths in custody.

Garissa human rights activists demand justice for student allegedly raped and killed by guardian
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 16, 2025

Safiya Abdi Bilal, a promising learner who recently completed her KJSEA exams, leaves a community in grief as police investigate the shocking incident...

Construction works force last-minute shift in Kamukunji police recruitment venue
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 16, 2025

On Friday, the High Court temporarily varied the earlier suspension of the nationwide recruitment after Justice Bahati Mwamuye stayed conservatory ord...

FKF Premier League: AFC Leopards, Kenya Police target redemption as Tusker, Murang’a Seal eye ascent
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 16, 2025

AFC Leopards and defending champions Kenya Police step onto the pitch seeking to rebound from recent setbacks, while Murang’a Seal and Tusker eye valu...

Police Bullets extend perfect start as Gideon Starlets celebrate first-ever WPL victory
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 15, 2025

Police continued to dictate proceedings even after the break. Second-half substitute Rebecca Okwaro made it 3–0 in the 72nd minute, and Medina Abubaka...

How ATPU busted prominent lawyer over alleged terror financing linked to ISIS
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 15, 2025

The lawyer is reported to have played a role in the financing and facilitation of the movement of youth to Somalia, from where they would cross over t...

Court lifts orders that stopped police recruitment, exercise to continue Monday
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 14, 2025

He added that the case management on the previous case will be on the day of recruitment. While this was happening, the National Police Service's recr...

EACC flags organised corruption in traffic department, Police IG vows action
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 14, 2025

Bribery is highly organised, with junior traffic officers carrying out daily collections under directives from senior officers, and proceeds channelle...

Court rules Dutch national Elwin Ter Horst unfit to stand trial
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

Doctors concluded that Ter Horst has bipolar disorder and an additional illness that prevents him from understanding or responding to court charges, m...

Court recommends murder charges against three officers over 2022 Masimba killings
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 14, 2025

The court ruled that ballistic analyses and autopsy reports clearly established that the victims died from gunshot injuries sustained during the chaot...

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