February 23
Kenya: DCI Probes Deadly Mob Killing At Vihiga Political Rally As Boda Boda Rider Lynched
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched investigations into a deadly mob justice incident during a political rally in Vihiga County that left a boda boda… Read more »
Kenya: Police Probe Suspected Murder After 2 Men Found Dead in Mida Forest Along Kilifi-Malindi Highway
Police have launched investigations after two bodies were discovered in Mida Forest along the main Kilifi-Malindi Highway in what is suspected to be a murder case. Read more »
February 22
Kenya: Nairobi Moves to Tighten Alcohol Laws in Major Overhaul to Protect Families
Nairobi County has unveiled plans to tighten control of the alcohol sector through a sweeping legislative overhaul aimed at protecting families, improving public health, and… Read more »
Kenya: CS Murkomen Denies Police Role in Kakamega Rally Teargassing, Warns Politicians Against Incitement
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has denied any police involvement in the tear gassing incident that disrupted a political rally addressed by ODM Secretary General… Read more »
February 20
Kenya: 'Serve With Distinction' - Odhiambo Urges Kanjama As He Assumes LSK Presidency
Outgoing Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo has urged Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama to serve with distinction as he assumes office as the 52nd President of the Society. Read more »
Kenya: Wetang'ula Missed LSK Vote Due to Practising Certificate Status, Not State Office - Omari
Lawyer Danstan Omari has dismissed claims that National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula was barred from voting in the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) presidential elections because he… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Rules Privatization Act, 2025, Constitutional
The Milimani High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the Privatization Act, 2025, paving the way for implementation of the new law aimed at… Read more »
February 17
Kenya: DCI Promises 'Comprehensive Inquiry' Into Russian Man Behind Viral Tapes With Kenyan Women
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an inquiry into widely-circulated unconsented intimate videos released by a Russian man featuring Kenyan women. Read more »
February 19
Kenya: Wetang'ula Barred From Voting in LSK Election Over Missing Practicing Certificate
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula was blocked from voting in the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) elections on Thursday after officials found his name missing from the voter… Read more »
Kenya: Police Probe Civilian Possession of Teargas Amid Rally Disruptions
Police are probing reports of civilian possession of teargas canisters amid disruptions of political rallies, with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen saying security… Read more »
Kenya: Police Officer Handed 30-Year Jail Term for Manslaughter in Nyandarua Fatal Shooting
The High Court in Ol Kalou has sentenced a police officer to 30 years' imprisonment after convicting him of manslaughter in connection with the fatal shooting of a civilian in… Read more »
Kenya: Postmortem Confirms Kitengela Rally Victim Vincent Ayomo Died From Single Gunshot
A postmortem examination has confirmed that 28-year-old Vincent Ayomo, who was shot during a political rally in Kitengela on Sunday, died from catastrophic head and spinal injuries… Read more »
Kenya: CS Murkomen Accuses Gachagua of Tribal Bias in Security Debate
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has pledged to respond decisively to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of repeatedly dragging his name into… Read more »
Kenya: Death Warrant Issued for Nyeri Man Who Murdered Minor and Hid Body in House
A Nyeri High Court has sentenced a man to death for the murder of a minor whose body he concealed and buried inside his own house, with the court declaring the crime so depraved… Read more »
Kenya: Ghana Reveals Identity of 'Russian Man' Push to Extradite Him Over Non Consensual Videos
Ghanaian authorities have made traction in the investigation of a widely circulated scandal involving a Russian national accused of secretly filming and sharing intimate videos of… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Clears Way for KPC Privatisation After Dismissing Petitions
The High Court has dismissed consolidated petitions that sought to halt the proposed privatisation of Kenya Pipeline Company Limited (KPC), clearing the way for the government to… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Assents to Births and Registration (Amendment) Bill 2024, Pyrethrum Repeal Bill 2024
President William Ruto has assented to the Births and Registration (Amendment) Bill 2024 that aims to modernize birth registration processes, enhancing efficiency, accessibility,… Read more »
Kenya: 'Everyone Wants to Marry ODM,' Says Ruth Odinga, Calls for Party Unity
Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga has dismissed claims of division within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), insisting the party remains united despite reports of internal… Read more »
Kenya: Ichung'wah Reveals Human Trafficking Network Sending Kenyans to Russia-Ukraine War
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has lifted the lid on what he termed a deeply disturbing network of rogue state officials allegedly colluding with human… Read more »
Kenya: Voting Underway As Law Society of Kenya Elects New Leadership
Voting is underway across the country as members of the Law Sociecty of Kenya (LSK) elect a new President, Vice-President and Council representatives in a pivotal contest expected… Read more »
Kenya: Cherargei Calls for Probe Into Police Role in Debt-Related Property Seizures
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called for investigations into the alleged involvement of police officers in the seizure and repossession of property from defaulting borrowers… Read more »
Kenya: KeNHA Demolitions Leave Traders Counting Losses Along Thika Superhighway
Small-scale traders operating along Thika Road were left counting losses Wednesday evening after the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) moved in with excavators and security… Read more »
Kenya: Jambojet Cancelled Over 40 Flights During Recently Ended Aviation Strike
Low-cost carrier Jambojet faced significant operational disruptions during the recently ended aviation workers strike, which was called off following an agreement between the Kenya… Read more »
Kenya: Wetangula Urges Prayers for Peace Ahead of 2027 General Election
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has appealed to religious leaders across the country to intensify prayers for peace and unity as political activity gathers momentum ahead… Read more »
February 18
Kenya: Government Settles Sh177bn Pending Road Contractor Bills
The government has cleared all pending bills for road contractors amounting to Sh177 billion, resolving payments that had been outstanding since 2020, Deputy President Kithure… Read more »
