Raila condemns Ojwang's death in custody, demands accountability

ODM leader Raila Odinga condemns death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody, terms incident a recipe for ‘chaos and collapse,’ demands probe and accountability for those responsible.

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IPOA launches investigations into blogger Ojwang's death

IPOA grills five DCI officers as it begins probe into death of influencer Albert Ojwang after visiting scene of crime at Central Police Station, Nairobi.

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Police deny involvement in social media influencer's death

Police deny involvement in death of social media influencer Albert Ojwang, says deceased died of self inflicted injuries after hitting his head against cell wall.

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LSK demands accountability from police after influencer dies in cell

LSK President Faith Odhiambo condemns killing of influencer Albert Ojwang, demands accountability from officers; says self-inflicted injury claim is a cover-up.

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AU Commission asks US to reconsider travel ban on African countries

In a statement, the commission pleaded with the US to reconsider its decision, noting the consequences on the affected citizens.

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Rights group slams Tanzania over X shutdown

Tanzanian Legal and Human Rights Centre has condemned the government’s decision to block access to the social media platform X, terming it a form of digital repression.

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Kilifi North MP Baya withdraws controversial anti-Muguka Bill

Kilifi North Member of Parliament Owen Baya has withdrawn the controversial Bill seeking to delist Muguka from the scheduled crops category under the law.

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Kindiki, Mbarire meet as tensions simmer in Embu

DP Kithure Kindiki on Wednesday, June 4, hosted Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire at his Karen office in Nairobi, in a meeting that appeared aimed at quelling reports of a rift between the two leaders.

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Rose Njeri moved to unknown location ahead of court appearance, LSK says

Activist Rose Njeri allegedly moved from Pangani Police Station to an unknown location without knowledge of her relatives or lawyers, Amnesty International says.

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'Your silence is complicit,' Karua slams global bodies over EAC abductions

PLP leader Martha Karua has called on the international community to launch investigations into the ongoing abductions in East African Community (EAC) member states.

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Police deny targeting journalists on Madaraka Day

Pushing and shoving by youth forcing their way to Raila Odinga Stadium yesterday resulted in injuries of journalists,National Police Service says.

By 11 days ago

MCK condemns assault and exclusion of journalists covering State events

MCK condemns assaults on journalists during Madaraka Day celebrations and KTN journalists being denied access to State events.

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Gachagua calls Mt Kenya MPs 'foolish'

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rained insults on Members of Parliament elected from the Mount Kenya region for their unconditional loyalty to President William Ruto.

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All roads lead to Tseikuru: Kalonzo hosts 'high-stakes' opposition power play

UPDATE: Opposition leaders, including ex-CSs Justin Muturi and Linturi, Eugene Wamalwa, Munya, and Wavinya Ndeti arrive at Kalonzo's Tseikuru home in Kitui amid emerging 2027 political realignments.

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Nurses issue ultimatum, warn of nationwide strike if demands unmet

Among the key grievances is the failure to transition nurses employed under the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) programme to permanent and pensionable terms.

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Order, social media influence shape mood at National Prayer Breakfast

President William Ruto is leading the country this morning in marking the 22nd National Prayer Breakfast at the Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi.

By 17 days ago

Let's reflect and examine ourselves, Kindiki tells leaders

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on leaders to reflect and examine themselves, to build sustainable and meaningful relationships.

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Opposition leaders hit at IG Kanja over Koimburi's self-abduction remark

Opposition leaders accuse private actors, political elites of enabling illegal surveillance and data breaches targeting citizens, demand immediate end to abductions and extrajudicial killings.

By 18 days ago

Kenya reaffirms commitment to co-host CHAN 2025

Sports CS Mvurya dismisses speculation over Kenya's unpreparedness to host CHAN 2025, affirms commitment to implementing recommendations of CAF inspection report.

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MP Koimburi hid to evade arrest, says Police

National Police Service denies involvement in alleged abduction of Juja MP Koimburi, claims he duped officers by escaping on motorcycle with his private security, switched off phone.

By 18 days ago

'Kenyan artists not your subjects', content creators tell Gachagua

Digital content creators raise concerns over Gachagua's remarks inciting public to boycott songs of musicians who visited DP Kindiki; terms it a threat to entertainment business.

By 19 days ago

Suluhu showing arrogance toward Kenya- Expert

Expert says Kenya’s foreign policy is increasingly driven by narrow political interests.

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Mungatana wants CS to revoke notice declaring Masalani protected area

Senator Danson Mungatana calls on Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to revoke a gazette notice declaring parts of Masalani a protected area .

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Orwoba out! Kingi declares senator's seat vacant

Senate Speaker Kingi declares Gloria Orwoba’s seat vacant after UDA expulsion, to be replaced by Consolata Wabwire, effective May 21.

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Finance Bill 2025 referred to Committee for consideration

National Assembly Speaker Wetangula refers Finance Bill 2025 to Committee on Finance and National Planning for consideration; report to be submitted after House resumes from recess.

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How Kenya is losing illicit brews trade war at the borders

How Kenya is losing the illicit brews trade war at the borders.

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Mutua denies ties to recruitment agencies in job row

Labour CS Alfred Mutua denies links to any recruitment agencies, says he asked NIS to investigate and is working with Attorney-General to prosecute suspects.

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DRC and Rwanda submit draft peace proposal to U.S

Rwanda and DRC draft joint peace proposal to end hostilities, US Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos says; move follows signing of Declaration of Principles in Washington, DC on April 25.

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Kenya Power to install electric vehicle chargers across six counties

Kenya Power has announced plans to install 45 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across six counties over the next year. 

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President Ruto hit with flying shoes in Migori

President William Ruto was on Sunday hit with a flying shoe while addressing a crowd in Kuria, Migori County.

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Atwoli hints at exiting COTU as Secretary-General

COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has hinted at his exit from the union he has led since 2001

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Kenya's inflation rate rises to 4.1 percent in April

Inflation rate rises to 4.1pc in April, up from 3.6pc in March, driven by higher prices of food, water, and electricity, KNBS says; it is the highest rate this year.

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Raila Odinga stadium to be ready by mid-May for Madaraka Day fete

Preparations for the Madaraka Day celebrations are underway at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay County

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DPP orders probe into Angata Barrikoi killings

DPP Renson Ingonga orders probe into the killing of five people by security personnel in Angata Barrikoi, Narok, report to be filed within seven days.

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Religious leaders to convene on maternal mortality and cervical cancer in Africa

Religious and health leaders have united to intensify efforts against maternal mortality and cervical cancer. 

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65 people killed during Gen Z protests, says Amnesty

At least 65 people were killed, 89 forcibly disappeared, and thousands arrested during 2024 anti-govt’ protests, with no perpetrators held liable, Amnesty International report shows.

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Blood Parliament: IPOA ordered to launch fresh probe on police brutality

ODPP directs Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to launch fresh investigations into the extrajudicial killings highlighted in the BBC documentary Bloody Parliament.

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President Ruto pardons 57 convicts

President Ruto grants clemency to 56 Kenyans and a foreign national serving long sentences; extends general amnesty to petty offenders jailed for six months or less.

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IPOA gives update on investigations after BBC expose

Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has provided updates on the investigations it has conducted since the mass protests in June 2024. 

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Drug barons in Cabinet curtailing war on drugs, claims Gachagua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua now claims the government has no intentions of fighting alcohol and substance abuse in central Kenya

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