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Court Delivers Verdict in Sharon Otieno Murder Trial
The Milimani High Court in Nairobi is delivering its long-awaited judgment in the high-profile murder case involving former Migori Governor.
CCTV Footage Raises Fresh Questions Over Ojwang’s Death
Fresh evidence presented in court has raised new questions surrounding the death of blogger Albert Ojwang.
Gachagua Condemned Over Kenya Boycott Call
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has come under widespread condemnation after urging international tourists and investors to boycott.
DCI Launches Manhunt for Three-Member Drink-Spiking Gang
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has launched a manhunt for a notorious three-member gang accused of targeting wealthy male patrons at entertainment venues.
DPP Opens Murder Case with Claims of Planned Attack on Albert Ojwang
During the opening of the murder trial before Justice Diana Kavedza on Monday, July 20,2026.
Copyright Infringement Continues to Hurt Content Creators
The unauthorized sharing, distribution, or sale of copyrighted media content is a punishable offence.
Public Outcry Grows Over Rising Urban Insecurity
Kenyans are expressing intense frustration over rising urban insecurity.
Massive Prison Riot Sparks Heavy Casualties
At least 26 people, including seven prison guards, have been killed and more than 100 others injured following a massive prison riot.
Maraga Demands Murkomen's Resignation After Kisii Convoy Attack
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has called for the resignation of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.
Saba Saba Protesters Set for CBD March Despite Police Warning
Organisers of the Saba Saba demonstrations have vowed to proceed with their planned peaceful procession through Nairobi.
NGAAF Champions Social Justice and Economic Inclusion
The National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) continues to play a key role in promoting social justice and economic empowerment.
36th Saba Saba Anniversary Revives Push for Rights and Accountability
Kenya is marking the 36th anniversary of Saba Saba Day.
Governments Tighten Social Media Rules to Protect Children
Governments around the world are introducing tougher laws to shield children from the growing risks associated with social media, including cyberbullying.
PS Fikirini Jacobs Records Statement in Cecil Ouma Shooting Probe
Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs on Thursday presented himself to detectives at the Nairobi Regional Criminal Investigation Headquarters.
Police Crack Down on Notorious Youth Gang After Violent Assault
Residents of Shauri Yako and neighbouring informal settlements in Homa Bay Town are living in fear following a surge in violent attacks linked to the notorious "Rock Boys" gang.
Fear and Uncertainty Grip Migrants as South Africa Sees Fresh Violence
Thousands of immigrants in South Africa are facing growing uncertainty after a wave of anti-immigrant protests.
High Court Strikes Down Website Blocking Powers in Cybercrime Law
The High Court has declared key provisions of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025 unconstitutional.
Kenya Navy Withholds Operational Records in Methamphetamine Case
Questions over evidence handling and disclosure have emerged in the ongoing Sh8.2 billion MV Mashallah methamphetamine trafficking case.
High Court Declines to Interfere With Ongoing Trial Over Juma Testimony
The High Court has ruled that testimony previously given by slain businessman Jacob Juma will remain part of the official court record in an ongoing criminal case.
PS Raymond Omollo Dismisses Claims of State-Sponsored Abductions
PS Raymond Omollo says there are no state-sponsored abductions under President William Ruto’s administration.
Police Shut Down Key Nairobi Entry Points Ahead of Planned Demonstrations
Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) was placed under an extensive security lockdown on Wednesday as authorities sealed major roads.
From State House to the Pulpit: Anxiety Builds Ahead of Gen Z Protest Anniversary
A wave of uncertainty and political tension is spreading across Kenya ahead of the planned nationwide June 25 demonstrations.
DPP Drops Murder Case Against 15 Elite Security Officers
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Renson Ingonga, has withdrawn a murder case against 15 elite security officers.
Puzzle Over Ruto’s New Cybersecurity Agency Deepens
Fresh questions have emerged over the creation of Kenya’s National Cybersecurity Agency, a new State body established through a presidential order.
Legal Freeze Deepens as Court Delay Keeps Private Lawyers on Edge
A major legal battle that has been quietly reshaping how Kenya’s government hires lawyers has been pushed further down the calendar after a key High Court hearing was postponed.
Milimani High Court Rejects Bid to Review 20-Year Robbery Sentence
The Milimani High Court has dismissed Jackson Kihara Gachucha’s application to review his 20-year prison sentence for robbery with violence.
KNCHR Withholds Names of 1,101 Protest Compensation Victims, Sparks Transparency Debate
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has refused to release the names of 1,101 protest victims selected for compensation
43 African Countries Launch First Continental Anti-Corruption Research Centre in Nairobi
Anti-corruption agencies from 43 African countries have launched the African Anti-Corruption Studies and Research Centre in Nairobi.
Government Sounds Alarm Over Rising Cyber Losses in Kenya
Kenya is losing an estimated Sh29 billion every year due to cybercrime and weaknesses across its digital infrastructure.
Court Stops Three KETRACO Appointees from Performing Duties
The High Court has issued conservatory orders temporarily blocking three newly appointed members of the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) board from carrying out their official duties.
Sugar Import Scandal: Lawmakers Question Safety and Movement of Cargo
The National Assembly Committee on Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives has launched an urgent investigation into a controversial shipment of imported raw sugar.
Overcrowding, Resource Shortages and Safety Fears Drive Wave of School Unrest Across Kenya
A growing crisis in Kenya’s secondary school system is fueling widespread student unrest, with overcrowding, food shortages, and safety concerns.
Embakasi North Security Teams Destroy Coin-Slot Gambling Machines Targeting Youth
Police officers and local security teams in Embakasi North, Nairobi, have intensified a major crackdown against illegal gambling operations.
Wave of Student Unrest Forces Closure of Dozens of Schools Across Kenya
A rapidly escalating wave of student unrest and dormitory fires has forced the closure of more than 30 secondary schools across Kenya.
Where Are They? The Unsolved Disappearances Leaving Families in Limbo
Unsolved disappearances continue to cast a dark shadow across Kenya, leaving hundreds of families trapped in years of uncertainty.
DCI Hunts Suspended Nairobi Planning Chief Over South C Collapse
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched a manhunt for suspended Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Planning and Development.
EACC Arrests Nairobi Planning Chief Over Sh250 Million Wealth Probe
Nairobi County’s Chief Officer for Urban Planning and Development, Patrick Analo Akivaga, allegedly amassed millions through unexplained wealth.
Investigations Reveals Motive Behind Fatal Utumishi Girls Dormitory Blaze
Students at Utumishi Girls Academy cited sudden exam changes, a canceled retreat, and financial demands as reasons for the plot.
Police Arrest 10 Alliance High Students Over Coordinated Fire Incident
Ten students from Alliance High School have been arrested following a fire outbreak that destroyed a mattress and blanket storage facility within the school compound.
NTSA Rolls Out Digital Speeding Fines on Nairobi Roads
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has resumed issuing fines to motorists caught speeding on selected roads in Nairobi.
Governor Sakaja Faces Civil Jail Bid After Kerich Evades Prison Sentence
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing the prospect of a civil jail term after being accused of facilitating the departure of Nairobi Finance County Executive Committee.
Medical Negligence Costs Hospital, Doctor Sh4.35 Million in Court Ruling
The Court of Appeal in Nairobi has ordered Aga Khan University Hospital and pediatric neurologist Dr. Donald Oyatsi.
DCI Recovers Missing Police Gun Hidden in Naivas Luggage Bay
Detectives have recovered a police firearm that went missing under unusual circumstances in Nairobi's Central Business District.
Why Koome’s Anti-Corruption Meeting Disrupted as Senior Counsel Stage Walkout
The Senior Counsel Bar has declined to participate in an anti-corruption consultative meeting chaired by Chief Justice Martha Koome.
A firearm theft led to a swift operation by detectives in Nairobi. The suspect has been apprehended.
Nairobi: Police Arrest 42-Year-Old Man, Recover Stolen Firearm in Kangemi
Former Kenyan Athlete Jailed in Mexico as Family Cries Foul
Barsitei, a marathon runner from Keturwo in Baringo North who relocated to Mexico in 2015 to pursue his athletics career, was arrested in February 2021.