3 d. ago Kanja orders arrest of police officer filmed shooting an unarmed vendor in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 17 – The uniformed police officer who was captured on camera assaulting and then shooting an unarmed mask hawker along Nairobi’s Moi Avenue has been disarmed and arrested. Police Spokesman Muchiri Nyagah confirmed that Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja ordered the officer to be arraigned in court. “Following this incident, the […] The post Kanja orders arrest of police officer filmed shooting an unarmed vendor in Nairobi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Three Civilians Arrested Over Albert Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody, Two Police Officers on the Run

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has arrested three civilians believed to have played a role in the death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang’, who died while in police custody at Nairobi’s Central Police Station. The suspects – Gin Ammitou Abwao, Collins Karani Ireri, and Brian Mwaniki Njue – were held at the same station during the time Ojwang’ was detained. Investigators allege that police officers used the three detainees to physically assault Ojwang’, an attack that reportedly led to his death. Although authorities released the trio shortly after the incident, IPOA rearrested them on Sunday. To prevent interference The post Three Civilians Arrested Over Albert Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody, Two Police Officers on the Run appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago ‘You listen, you laugh, you guide,’ Rachel’s Fathers’ day message to President Ruto

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 15 – First Lady Rachel Ruto marked Father’s Day with a message to President William Ruto, celebrating him not only as Kenya’s Head of State but as a devoted father and pillar of their family. In her tribute shared through official platforms, the First Lady wished the President a Happy Father’s Day, […] The post ‘You listen, you laugh, you guide,’ Rachel’s Fathers’ day message to President Ruto appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 d. ago Kenya, Russia underscore commitment to strengthening bilateral ties at National Day celebration

Kenya, Russia underscore commitment to strengthening bilateral ties at National Day celebration  KBC Digital

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8 d. ago Arrest warrant issued against Activist Boniface Mwangi over failure to appear in court

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 – An arrest warrant has been issued against activist Boniface Mwangi over his failure to appear in court to take plea in an assault case. According to the charge sheet, Mwangi is required to respond to claims of assaulting a police officer. The court has directed that the matter be mentioned […]

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9 d. ago Outrage in Kenya After Autopsy Reveals Blogger Died from Assault in Police Custody

Outrage in Kenya After Autopsy Reveals Blogger Died from Assault in Police Custody  WION

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2 w. ago EACC recovers over Sh39mn in illegal allowances from Treasury officials

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 6 – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered Sh39,180,000 fraudulently paid to two officials of the National Treasury, Robert Theuri Murage and Doris Nafula Simiyu, in the form of illegal and unauthorized allowances. In a judgment delivered on Wednesday by Lady Justice Lucy Njuguna of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes […] The post EACC recovers over Sh39mn in illegal allowances from Treasury officials appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Meta, IFC Back Inclusive Tech as Global AT Day Celebrated in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 4 – Kenya’s capital played host to the 2025 Global Assistive Technologies (AT) Day, spotlighting the country’s growing influence in digital inclusion as innovators, policymakers, and disability rights advocates gathered for the 6th Inclusive Africa Conference. The event drew global attention to the urgent need for accessible technologies, with tech giant Meta […]

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2 w. ago Kenya: Four journalists assaulted by police and robbed during National Day celebrations

Kenya: Four journalists assaulted by police and robbed during National Day celebrations  International Federation of Journalists - IFJ

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2 w. ago Kenya: Four journalists assaulted by police and robbed during National Day celebrations / FIP

Kenya: Four journalists assaulted by police and robbed during National Day celebrations / FIP  International Federation of Journalists - IFJ

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2 w. ago Kenya: Ugandan Journalist Agather Atuhaire Recounts Harrowing Ordeal During Detention in Tanzania

Kenya: Ugandan Journalist Agather Atuhaire Recounts Harrowing Ordeal During Detention in Tanzania  allAfrica.com

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2 w. ago Raila roots for more delegated roles for counties, denounces provincial administration

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 1 — Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has called on the national government to allocate more resources to county governments in order to fast-track development across the country and realize the full potential of devolution. Speaking during the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations held in Homa Bay County, Odinga emphasized the importance of […] The post Raila roots for more delegated roles for counties, denounces provincial administration appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Ruto touts successes in housing, healthcare as he defends his record

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 1 — President William Ruto has defended his administration’s record, touting a raft of social and economic programs as he led the nation in commemorating the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay. President Ruto described his government’s “pro-people policies” as tangible proof of his administration’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) development […] The post Ruto touts successes in housing, healthcare as he defends his record appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Maraga says youth have nothing to celebrate as he declares ‘solemn month of reflection’ over protest deaths

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 1 – Former Chief Justice David Maraga has said there is nothing for Kenyan youth to celebrate as the country commemorates its 62nd Madaraka Day, citing widespread disillusionment, police brutality, and deepening socio-economic inequalities. In a strongly worded statement released Sunday, Maraga said the spirit of Madaraka — which symbolizes Kenya’s internal […] The post Maraga says youth have nothing to celebrate as he declares ‘solemn month of reflection’ over protest deaths appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago President Musar promises to reveal the soul of Slovenians to Kenyans at Madaraka fete

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 1 – Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar is set to join Kenyans in Homa Bay on Sunday for Madaraka Day celebrations, where she will speak as a special guest at the invitation of President William Ruto. Speaking ahead of the national celebrations, President Musar expressed deep gratitude for the invitation, calling it […] The post President Musar promises to reveal the soul of Slovenians to Kenyans at Madaraka fete appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Why Kenyans celebrate Madaraka Day: Honouring struggles, freedom, and spirit of self

Why Kenyans celebrate Madaraka Day: Honouring struggles, freedom, and spirit of self-rule  The Eastleigh Voice

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3 w. ago Ruto announces Sh1.5B investment for new landing beaches on Lake Victoria to boost Nyanza economy

KISUMU, Kenya May 29 – President William Ruto has announced a Sh1.5 billion government plan to establish three additional landing beaches along the Lake Victoria region to unlock the blue economy and drive economic transformation in Nyanza. Speaking in Kisumu on Thursday at the start of his tour ahead of Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa […] The post Ruto announces Sh1.5B investment for new landing beaches on Lake Victoria to boost Nyanza economy appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago President Ruto Begins Homa Bay Tour Ahead of Madaraka Day Celebrations

HOMA Bay, Kenya May 29– President William Ruto has kicked off his tour of Homa Bay County to launch and inspect key development projects in the lead-up to the Madaraka Day celebrations. This year’s national celebrations will be held on Sunday at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay. The President is accompanied by Opposition leader […]

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3 w. ago Chinese FM and African Envoys Mark Africa Day in Beijing, Pledge Stronger China

BEIJING, May 27 — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday met with African diplomatic envoys in Beijing to jointly celebrate Africa Day, reaffirming China’s commitment to deepening cooperation with the continent. The event was attended by ambassadors and chargés d’affaires from more than 50 African countries accredited to China, as well as representatives of […]

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3 w. ago Zubeidah Kananu retains Kenya Editors’ Guild presidency, trouncing Citizen TV’s Okwara

NAIROBI, Kenya May 24 – Zubeidah Kananu was on Saturday re-elected President of the Kenya Editors’ Guild (KEG) after edging out fellow journalist Yvonne Okwara in a tightly contested vote. Kananu secured 72 votes against Okwara’s 58, in an election that saw a total of 130 valid votes cast for the presidency. She will serve […] The post Zubeidah Kananu retains Kenya Editors’ Guild presidency, trouncing Citizen TV’s Okwara appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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