Four police officers arrested for robbery

The four officers and one, who is yet to be arrested, allegedly robbed Congelese Djuma Yasin Mumbele of a diamond chain worth Sh390,100, some Sh45,123 in Euros currency and Sh500.

By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago

Police identify body found in Nyamira shallow grave

Police confirmed his identity after matching his fingerprints with records at the National Registration Bureau (NRB).

By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago

Police foil robbery plot, arrest two army men

"The scene has been processed, and investigations are ongoing to establish the full scope of the syndicate's activities and possible links to other criminal incidents," the DCI said.

By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago

No fuel crisis in Kenya, says Wandayi amid shortages

Energy CS Wandayi warns of sanctions against oil marketers hoarding fuel amid reported shortages across the country; denies Kenya is facing a fuel crisis.

By Fred Kagonye 16 days ago

Tuju taken ill moments before court appearance

Former CS Raphael Tuju to be charged with giving false information to police over alleged abduction, and claims he was trailed by unknown individuals.

By Fred Kagonye 17 days ago

Attacks on journalists spark outcry over press freedom and impunity

The Standard Media Group has from time to time been targeted online for the hard-hitting headlines and stories holding the Kenya Kwanza regime to account.

By Fred Kagonye 19 days ago

Blogger Maureen Gathigia's family demands probe into her death

"Our instructions are thus to request you to direct the inspector general of police to put up a team of investigators and open an inquest on the same," the letter states.

By Fred Kagonye 21 days ago

Police arrest two, recover suspected drugs in Kibra

"A meticulous search of the house uncovered a cache of incriminating items, including 14 packages containing dry plant material suspected to be narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances."

By Fred Kagonye 22 days ago

Police arrest suspects, recover suspected narcotics

Police in Kiambu County have arrested a man and recovered suspected narcotics in the Mutarakwa area on the Mai Mahiu-Nairobi Highway.

By Fred Kagonye 23 days ago

Nairobi to receive Sh8b to fix flooding and poor drainage, says Chirchir

Chirchir blamed uncontrolled urban development for continued flooding, especially in Nairobi, and said efforts are underway to expand and modernise drainage systems.

By Fred Kagonye 23 days ago

Oguda, Zani UDA-ODM led committee to meet Ruto

The Agnes Zani-led team, which includes Fatuma Ibrahim, Kevin Kiarie, Gabriel Oguda and Javas Bigambo, will update Ruto on progress in executing the MoU between UDA and ODM.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Crime roundup: Two killed in Migori shooting, mob justice incident

Police said Benard Mwita was heading home from a night vigil when he was attacked by a gang of three men, who shot him three times in what officers described as an execution-style killing.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Ombudsman: Prison officials took millions for recruitment

The Ombudsman uncovered extensive corruption after receiving 17 complaints, 12 of which were corruption-related involving officers demanding money in exchange for deployment or official favours.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Duo killed, two rangers go missing in Kakamega sand harvesting row

In self-defense, the rangers fired, fatally shooting Godfrey Muyonga and Benedict Isiakali in the chest.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Why Mount Kenya voting bloc challenges presidential hopefuls

"I do not think Mt Kenya politics is what you would call complicated or sophisticated. It is actually very simple," Kaguchia said.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

KTDA appoints Francis Miano acting CEO

KTDA appoints Eng Francis Miano as acting Chief Executive Officer effective January 16, replacing Wilson Muthaura, who proceeds on terminal leave.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Kanja orders internal probe after CCTV shows police assaulting pool players

Police IG Douglas Kanja condemns the assault of pool players in Nandi County, orders a probe, and gives the Internal Affairs Unit three days to conclude investigations.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Ipoa investigating police assault on men playing pool in Nandi

He noted that before the video was posted on social media, no one had lodged a complaint with the authority and urged Kenyans to make formal complaints when such incidents occur.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

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Outcry after video shows police assaulting men playing pool in Nandi Hills

"We shall pursue these rogue police officers ruthlessly until they pay for these heinous acts against my people."

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Suspected bandits kill police officer, steal cattle in Samburu

Police say the suspected bandits numbered more than 30 and were armed with AK47 and M16 rifles.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

List: Countries facing new US immigrant visa restrictions

The restrictions, which take effect on January 21, 2026, will not affect tourism, business or medical treatment visas.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

KWS ranger kills police officer, self over Christmas goat row

The police officers believed Ndichu received the goats on behalf of Kilibasi Police Station but failed to deliver them.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Epra announces new fuel prices in latest review

Fuel prices drop in latest EPRA review; petrol down by Sh2, diesel and kerosene Sh1 each to retail at Sh182.52, Sh170.47 and Sh153.78 per litre, respectively, in Nairobi.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

COTU reacts to court order barring state use of private lawyers

"The craze in outsourcing legal services by national and county governments, state corporations and parastatals only point to the fact that private law firms have become conduits of corruption."

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

Kajiado inferno leaves grade 3 pupil in critical condition, eight others hospitalised

The nine pupils are hospitalized at Kimana Ultra Care Hospital. All others were accounted for, and parents were allowed to pick up their children.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

DPP secures conviction of wardens over 2021 Kamiti prisoners escape

The Director of Public Prosecutions, Renson Ingonga, has secured the conviction of three prison wardens who worked at the Kamiti Maximum Prison

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

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How Stanbic Bank lost Sh5.8 million in a single transaction

Two events in Nairobi and Mombasa counties at CFC Stanbic bank cost two of their workers' jobs after the bank lost some Sh5.8 million in a transaction.

By Fred Kagonye 2 months ago

I was arrested over State House march post, activist Nzioka says

Activist Nzioka Muli claimed that police arrested him over a December 13, 2025, post about debt, land and natural resources on the X platform.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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How US withdrawal of support may hurt anti-terror efforts

Kenya's fight against terrorism may take a hit after President Donald Trump announced that the United States had withdrawn its support to Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF).

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

Eight people linked to national IDs registration racket charged

The suspects were accused of aiding illegal citizenship registration or holding fake documents.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

Kabata, Kanjama or Wanyama? Race for LSK top seat shapes up

The race to succeed Law Society of Kenya president Faith Odhiambo is shaping up as an all-male contest, with polls slated for February.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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Lawyer asks court to silence Kenya's booming matatu culture

Despite laws prohibiting excessive noise and court judgments clearly stating that public service vehicles should not have decorative lights, matatu culture appears to operate above the law.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

Court orders police chiefs to pay constable Sh16m withheld salary

Justice Linet Ndolo of the Nyeri Employment and Labour Relations Court ruled the police constable's salary had been unlawfully withheld between August 31, 2000 and August 18, 2020.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

Families make merry as Nairobi rings in 2026

Nairobians made their way to Uhuru Park to welcome 2026 in style as they took on different activities to enjoy themselves.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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Kenyan jailed in US over terror plot akin to Sept 11

Abdi Adbullah Cholo, a Kenyan, was recently jailed for life in the US after he was found guilty of planning a terrorist attack similar to 9/11.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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Mogo faces class action suit over predatory lending

The company says that the case is incompetent, misconceived and bad in law.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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Police nabbed drugs worth Sh9b this year, meth topped seizures

Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit of the DCI seized drugs worth Sh9 billion between January and November 2025.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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NTSA to know fate on mandatory public service vehicles inspection

The petitioner argues that the NTSA has violated the public's consumer rights by licensing vehicles that fail to meet the required standards.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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Ladnan Hospital ordered to pay woman Sh3 million for ovaries removal

The patient pursued medical attention for fibroids, leading to surgery she reportedly did not approve.She has sought treatment at Mama Lucy.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

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Why Lazizi Mara opposed the withdrawal of Ritz-Carlton Mara case withdrawal

The push for a full hearing by the developer of a getaway resort at the Masai Mara, sparked a legal battle.

By Fred Kagonye 3 months ago