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107 killed, 124 injured in violent extremism attacks in Kenya in 2024 – Report
Mary Wambui  |  May 02, 2025

The majority of the attacks occurred in Mandera, Garissa, Lamu, and Wajir counties, with Mandera recording the highest number of incidents and fatalit...

Mogadishu mortar attacks leaves several injured across residential neighbourhoods
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 05, 2025

The attack targeted several locations across the Boondheere and Warta Nabadda districts, including the National Theater and a crowded public square.

Lessons from Garissa University terror attack, 10 years on
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 02, 2025

A security report at the time revealed that the attack could have been avoided and that some Kenyans, fearing for their safety, feared giving out info...

Anti-terror court rules Dusit D2 suspects have case to answer
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 21, 2025

The two were arrested alongside a third suspect, Mire Abdullahi, following investigations into the terror incident that claimed the lives of 21 people...

Kenyans mark DusitD2 terror attack six years on
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 15, 2025

Kenyans continue to show resilience in efforts made to heal and move past the ordeal that hurt not only innocent lives but hurt the source of liveliho...

Suspect in deadly New Orleans truck attack served in US Army
Reuters  |  Jan 02, 2025

Shamsud-Din Jabbar served in the U.S. Army for 13 years including a deployment to Afghanistan, the Army said.

Government announces new public safety measures ahead of festive season
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 04, 2024

The PS said the move has been triggered by what he referred to as a marginal rise in criminal activities across the country.

Garissa University audit exposes fees collection irregularities, leadership gaps
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 16, 2024

The report criticised the university for using mobile money platforms to collect tuition fees, a practice not approved by its Fee Policy of 2018.

Hero on call: Paramedic volunteers to save lives in times of crisis
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 02, 2024

Koome was on October 18, 2024 named CSR Ambassador of the year by the Work Place Safety Association of Kenya.

DPP wins bid to present forensic evidence in Dusit D2 terror attack trial
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 23, 2024

The accused had previously contested the admissibility of the electronic evidence, claiming it was obtained without a search warrant and the trial mag...

Garissa University boosts security as it welcomes 900 new students
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 07, 2024

The Vice Chancellor assured the new students of the university’s commitment to providing quality education in what he described as an emerging "oasis...

Survivors’ tales of night of terror after bomb attack at Mogadishu's Liido Beach
Hassan Mohamed  |  Aug 11, 2024

A deadly gun battle ensued after five Al-Shabaab fighters stormed the nearby Beach View Hotel, shooting people indiscriminately.

State to pay Sh3M to families of each of 142 students killed in 2015 Garissa varsity terror attack
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jul 31, 2024

The court also awarded varied amounts between Sh1.2 million to Sh10 million to 14 students who were among those injured in the attack as compensation...

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...

High Court upholds 33-year sentence for Westgate Attack convicts
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jun 28, 2024

Justice Nzioka dismissed an appeal by Hussein Hassan Mustafa and Mohammed Ahmed Abdi stating, "I would have enhanced the sentence if I was requested b...

Terror attacks in Kenya declined by 6.5 per cent in 2023, new report reveals
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 04, 2024

The report identified Mandera, Lamu, Garissa and Wajir as counties mostly affected by terrorism.

Kitui Senator appeals for state support to victims of Mandera terror attack
Mary Wambui  |  May 08, 2024

Interior CS Kithure Kindiki assured the affected families both in Kitui and Mandera of government support.

Biological attack: Court stops release of ISIS leader, DPP to challenge jail term
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 25, 2024

He was convicted for planning to execute a terror attack using a biologically manufactured anthrax bacteria.

Suspected militants kidnap over 110 civilians in Mali
AFP  |  Apr 22, 2024

Mali has since 2012 been ravaged by different factions affiliated with Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State group as well as local groups.

Garissa police repulse Al-Shabaab attack, say no casualties reported
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Apr 16, 2024

County Commissioner Mohamed Mwabudzo police on standby repulsed the militants and that there were casualties.

One killed as suspected Al-Shabaab militants torch two vehicles in Lamu
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 09, 2024

The latest attack has raised concerns about whether insecurity in Lamu is slowly resurfacing with residents fleeing for safety.

Report reveals rise in terror-related deaths despite decrease in attacks
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 03, 2024

June emerged as the deadliest month in 2023, witnessing 58 injuries and 58 fatalities.

Counter-terrorism centre launches portal to raise awareness on violent extremism
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 02, 2024

The portal was launched at Garissa University during the commemoration of the 2015 attack.

Mandera holds stakeholders engagement forum to address security challenges
Adan Mohamed  |  Mar 28, 2024

Mandera Town has been placed under high surveillance and enhanced security measures following a terror attack on Monday at the Fish Point Kiosk that l...

Civilians injured in suspected Mandera terror attack airlifted to Nairobi
Issa Hussein  |  Mar 27, 2024

The decision to airlift the injured came after a public outcry in Mandera town, with residents demanding equitable support for all victims following a...

Families of Mandera attack victims appeal for specialised treatment for injured kin
Adan Mohamed  |  Mar 26, 2024

They claimed that only the injured police officers were flown to Nairobi, leaving behind other injured individuals who were not law enforcement person...

Four killed, 11 injured in terror attack at Mandera eatery
Adan Mohamed  |  Mar 25, 2024

Police say an IED exploded at the Fish Point Kiosk, which is frequented by non-locals and Mandera security officers.

Four Moscow attack suspects charged with terrorism
AFP  |  Mar 25, 2024

All four risk a life sentence in prison, a statement from Moscow's Basmanny district court said.

National day of mourning in Russia after 133 killed in Moscow concert hall attack
AFP  |  Mar 24, 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to punish those behind the "barbaric terrorist attack", saying four gunmen trying to flee to Ukraine had be...

Putin declares national day of mourning as death toll in Moscow attack hits 115
Amina Wako  |  Mar 23, 2024

Camouflaged gunmen opened fire at the packed Crocus City Hall in Moscow's northern suburb of Krasnogorsk on Friday evening, ahead of a concert by Sovi...

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