Boniface Kariuki,Jonah Kariuki Stories

Father of injured protester Boniface Kariuki scammed Sh200,000 while facing Sh1 million hospital bill
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 21, 2025

Jonah Kariuki, speaking to the media outside the hospital, revealed that he lost Sh200,500 to fraudsters posing as officials from the Social Health Au...

Over 10,000 students in Kamukunji receive bursaries worth Sh71.5 million
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 21, 2025

Speaking at the event, Kamukunji Member of Parliament Yusuf Hassan highlighted the importance of education in transforming lives and addressing povert...

Tears flow as Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan recalls life in exile, activism struggles with Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 20, 2025

Addressing a gathering at a memorial event organised by the University of Nairobi to celebrate Ngũgĩ’s life and work, Yusuf moved the audience with po...

Constable James Mukhwana remanded for 21 days pending investigations into Albert Ojwang's murder
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 20, 2025

According to IPOA, preliminary investigations reveal that Mukhwana, was likely involved in the planning and the execution of the brutal and fatal assa...

"Wear Masks for Justice": Comedian Eric Omondi rallies Kenyans to show solidarity for shot hawker Boniface Kariuki
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 20, 2025

Omondi has also asked Kenyans to wear masks as a symbol of unity and protest.

MPs raise alarm over 60 years of statelessness in Kenya, back recognition for Pare, Chuka communities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 19, 2025

The DG noted that Kenya had in recent years recognised previously stateless groups such as the Makonde, Pemba, Shona, and Kenyans of Asian descent aft...

Court orders state to respond within three days to OCS Talaam, PC Mukhwana's bid to stop prosecution in Ojwang murder case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 19, 2025

The two police officers detained over the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang had moved to court, calling their continued detention unlawful.

UK, Netherlands condemn police brutality in Nairobi, demand independent probe
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 18, 2025

The statements followed widespread outrage after a police officer was captured on video shooting a protester at close range during a demonstration cal...

ICJ-Kenya demands independent probe into police shooting of Boniface Kariuki during protest
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 18, 2025

Kariuki, a young mask vendor, was brutally shot by a police officer during Tuesday's protests—ironically and tragically held to demand justice for Alb...

Governor Johnson Sakaja distances self, Nairobi County government from goons seen backing police during protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 18, 2025

Governor Johnson Sakaja has unequivocally rejected any association with Tuesday’s goons, condemning their involvement and criminal conduct.

Mask vendor shot during Tuesday's protest remains in critical condition - KNH
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 18, 2025

KNH Chief Executive Officer Dr William Sigilai said Boniface Kariuki was referred to the hospital from a city clinic on Tuesday afternoon after sustai...

DIG Eliud Lagat could join growing list of top cops facing charges over extrajudicial killings
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 18, 2025

DIG Lagat's potential prosecution comes amid heightened scrutiny of police officers implicated in extrajudicial killings and abuses of power.

Father of hawker shot by police in Nairobi pleads for justice as he fights for life in ICU
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 18, 2025

The shooting occurred on June 17 as demonstrators marched through the city calling for justice for Albert Ojwang’, another victim of police brutality.

MPs demand British military to face probe over rights abuses
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 18, 2025

The Ministry of Defence had earlier opposed the physical appearance of BATUK officers, citing existing protocols. But MPs dismissed that position, say...

Justice for Ojwang: More officers surrender as torture, cover-up claims rock police force
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 17, 2025

The two officers appeared at IPOA offices on Monday and were immediately taken into custody for further processing and possible court hearings.

Abandoned dreams: Kwale’s Kichukwa locals demand justice over Sh38 million ghost stadium
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 17, 2025

The community is now calling on the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to investigate the use of Sh38 million allocated to the project in 20...

Rapid Support Forces seizes strategic oasis near Sudan-Libya-Egypt border
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 17, 2025

According to RSF, capturing the zone will impact multiple combat front lines, particularly in the northern desert and strengthen efforts to combat ill...

DIG Eliud Lagat steps aside pending investigation into Albert Ojwang's death
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 16, 2025

DIG Eliud Lagat said he stepped aside from his position to pave way for investigations into the death of Albert Ojwang’, a suspect who died in police...

OCS Samson Talaam, PC James Mukhwana move to court, seek to halt prosecution over Albert Ojwang's death
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 16, 2025

OCS Talaam contends that he was not on duty when Ojwang was detained, having delegated responsibilities to his deputy.

Public Service CS Ruku leads aid effort in Kibra, pledges full implementation of disaster plan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 14, 2025

Ruku said the government under President William Ruto was committed to ensuring no Kenyan is left behind during times of crisis.

IPOA seeks 21-day detention for Police Constable James Mukhwana in Albert Ojwang murder probe
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 13, 2025

The investigating officer has said that Mukhwana was the one in custody of the cell keys on the day of the incident, and it is believed he may help wi...

Report reveals Albert Ojwang was dead, bruised and cold on arrival at Mbagathi Hospital
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 12, 2025

A detailed report from Mbagathi Hospital reveals that Ojwang was brought in at 2 am from Central Police Station already lifeless and bearing extensive...

Police Constable James Mukhwana arrested over Ojwang’s death as protests erupt in Nairobi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 12, 2025

An internal police signal dated June 12, 2025, confirmed that detectives from IPOA and the Internal Affairs Unit arrested the officer and placed him i...

WFP warns of looming famine in Sudan’s capital as aid efforts falter amid funding crisis
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 11, 2025

Laurent Bukara, WFP’s Country Director in Sudan, described the hunger and desperation unfolding in parts of Khartoum as “severe.”

Behind rebel lines: My 72-hour journey with M23 through Goma
Amina Wako  |  Jun 15, 2025

I expected ruin. Collapsed buildings. Blackened rubble. Bullet-scarred walls. Shell craters and twisted steel. I imagined a landscape frozen in grief,...

Muslim women's group calls for urgent Muguka regulation after withdrawal of Bill
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 10, 2025

They emphasised the need for expanded research into Muguka's social and health impacts, urging national and county leaders to reframe the issue as a s...

Kenya organ transplant scandal: Committee probes Mediheal Hospital over alleged malpractices
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 10, 2025

Public hearings began on Monday at the Eldoret West Market Social Hall, with the committee inviting residents to share their experiences and concerns...

Rex Masai inquest: OCS recounts receiving call about critically injured youth during protests
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 09, 2025

Shikuku recounted that he was patrolling the Central Business District (CBD) when he received a call from an inspector informing him that a young man...

UK soldier questioned in Kenya over rape allegation near BATUK camp in Nanyuki
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 08, 2025

The UK Ministry of Defence has since confirmed the development in a statement, noting that one of its "servicemen" has been arrested in Kenya.

"I didn’t know he was dying or when he was cremated", Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s son opens up on family division
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 07, 2025

Mukoma described a relationship marked by tension and silence, far from the image of peaceful farewells often imagined.

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