November 15, 2023
Kenya: Pastrolist MPs Issue Ultimatum for Release of Former MCA Claiming Abduction
Pastoralists Parliamentary group are demanding the Inspector General Japhet Koome to release former South C MCA Osman Khalif whom they allege was abducted by security agencies. Read more »
Kenya: Court Condemns Assets Recovery Agency for Withdrawal of Sh6 Billion Money Laundering Suit
The Anti-corruption court in Nairobi has allowed the withdrawal of a suit against the directors of three companies accused of laundering Sh6 billion. Read more »
Kenya: Petitioner in Court to Challenge Appointment of President Ruto's 46 New Ambassadors
A Kenyan based in the United Kingdom has gone to court to challenge the recent appointment of Ambassadors, High Commissioners, consulars by President William Ruto. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Commits to Further Strengthening of Counter-Terrorism Abilities
The Government has pledged to strengthen its counter-terrorism capabilities with the objective to further enhance the country's overall security. Read more »
November 14, 2023
Kenya: Police Allowed to Detain Suspects in Sh94 Million Quickmart Heist for Ten More Days
Police have been allowed to detain five suspects in the Sh94 million Quickmart Supermarket heist for 10 days to allow them to complete their probe. Read more »
Kenya: Woman At Centre of Sh17 Billion Oil Consignment Appears at Mombasa Court With Lawyer
Ann Njeri Njoroge, the woman at the centre of the importation of the Sh17 billion100,000 metric tonnes of diesel, has been found safe. Read more »
November 13, 2023
Kenya: Governor Njuki Issues Guidelines to Curb Careless Tree Cutting
Tharaka Nithi governor Muthomi Njuki has issued fresh orders aimed at curbing the careless cutting down of trees for charcoal, asking traders to seek county permits before cutting… Read more »
Kenya: KNEC Cautions KCSE Candidates Against Fake Exam Papers
Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) has cautioned candidates sitting for their KCSE examinations to be cautious of fake exam papers being circulated in various social media… Read more »
November 10, 2023
Kenya: Cult Leader Mackenzie Found Guilty Possessing Non-Classified Films
Cult Leader Paul Mackenzie has been found guilty of being in possession of and distributing non-classified films. Read more »
Kenya: Multinational Firms in Kenya Anticipate Big Security Threats in 2024, World Security Report
Multinational companies in Kenya expect a surge in security threats next year, a new report shows. Read more »
November 11, 2023
Kenya: Gachagua, Coast Leaders to Craft Strategy to Combat Drug Abuse
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will convene a meeting of key stakeholders to strategise on ending rampant drugs and substance abuse at the Coast Region. Read more »
Kenya: DCI Prioritizes Urgent Cases in Efforts to Resolve Backlog for Good Conduct Certificates
The Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is prioritizing processing of urgent cases as it seeks to resolve a backlog of police clearance certificates standing at 390,778. Read more »
Kenya: Koome Sets Up Environment, Land Court in Naivasha
Chief Justice Martha Koome has established an Environment and Land Court in Naivasha in Nakuru county as part of efforts to widen access to eco-justice. Read more »
Kenya: KMPDC Seeks Punitive Measures Against 6,901 License Defaulters
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has written to the police demanding action against 3,851 health facilities and 3,050 medical and dental practitioners… Read more »
November 09, 2023
Kenya: DPP Skips Sonko's Graft Hearing, Defense Team Roots for Termination
The Public Prosecutor on Thursday failed to appear in court for the hearing of the Sh357 million graft case against former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko weeks after unsuccessfully… Read more »
November 08, 2023
Kenya: Emotions Run High as Mwangaza Breaks Down While Defending Herself in Impeachment Trial
Beleagured Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza today took the stand to testify in her impeachment motion as a witness to defeat the intent by the Meru County Assembly to remove her from… Read more »
Kenya: Adults to Receive Sh1.2 Million, Children Sh800,000 in Solai Dam Tragedy Compensation
Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has presided over an out of court agreement for the families of 47 victims who lost their lives in the Solai Dam tragedy. Read more »
November 09, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Directs 80% of Future Recruitment to All Security Services, Agencies to Come From NYS
The enrollment of the National Youth Service will be doubled from next year with 80 percent of future National Youth Service (NYS) recruits being recruited in the national security… Read more »
Kenya: Meru Man Jailed for 6 Years for Vandalizing Electricity Equipment
A court in Meru has sentenced a man to six years in prison for vandalizing and handling stolen electricity equipment. Read more »
Kenya: Court Suspends Gazette Notice on ID, Birth, Death Certificate Fee Increment
The high court has suspended the two gazette notice, announcing the increment on levies and fees to those seeking to acquire National Identity card,birth and deaths certificates… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Slams Break on ID, Birth Certificate Fee Hikes
A Nairobi Court has suspended the implementation of two gazette notices that sought to increase levies and fees on the National Identity Card and birth and death certificates. Read more »
Kenya: Deployment of Kenyan Troops to Haiti to Cost U.S.$600 Million
The deployment of the National Police Service to Haiti will cost Sh91 bIllion with the United Nations Members States expected to raise the funds. Read more »
November 08, 2023
Kenya: Governor Kawira Mwangaza Survives Second Impeachment As Senate Acquits Her
Meru Governor Kawora Mwangaza has survived the second impeachment after Senators acquitted her of all 7 charges brought up against her by the County Assembly. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Breweries Asks Govt to Review Excise Taxes to Combat Illicit Alcohol
Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) is urging the state to lower excise taxes on alcoholic products to tame illicit brews in the country. Read more »
November 07, 2023
Kenya: 2 Businessmen Charged With Defrauding Firm Over Sh40mn in Illegal Land Transactions
Two businessmen have been charged with defrauding Placid View Limited over Sh40 million in land transactions. Read more »