2 h. ago Woman killed, daughter injured after stepping on explosive at Kenya–Somalia border

Woman killed, daughter injured after stepping on explosive at Kenya–Somalia border  Hiiraan

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22 h. ago MoD mulls increased KDF presence on Kenya–Ethiopia border to counter cross

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is considering increasing troop deployment along the Kenya–Ethiopia border to curb insecurity in the volatile Todonyang area of Turkana County. In a statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Defence said Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya met Turkana North MP Ekwom Nabuim at Defence Headquarters to discuss […] The post MoD mulls increased KDF presence on Kenya–Ethiopia border to counter cross-border attacks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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52 h. ago Ngong Police Nab Suspected Serial Rapist Targeting Couples in Vet Farm

Ngong police have arrested a man accused of raping multiple women in the Vet Farm area over the past two years. According to police, the suspect – identified as a former Nairobi County inspectorate officer and resident of Embulbul – was arrested on Wednesday. Officers say they recovered a facemask, handcuffs, and other items believed to have been used in the attacks. Investigators allege the man targeted picnicking couples and religious pilgrims. In several cases, he is accused of handcuffing the male companion before dragging the woman into a nearby thicket and assaulting her. Ngong Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Jacob The post Ngong Police Nab Suspected Serial Rapist Targeting Couples in Vet Farm appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago Senior Jubaland Police Commander Killed in Clashes With Federal Forces Near Kenya Border

Senior Jubaland Police Commander Killed in Clashes With Federal Forces Near Kenya Border  Garowe Online

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3 d. ago Kenya’s HoneyCoin raises $4.9 million to expand stablecoin cross

Kenya’s HoneyCoin raises $4.9 million to expand stablecoin cross-border payments into new markets  TechCabal

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8 d. ago Former MCA Aspirant Shot Dead After Daring Escape from Police Van

Former Kirimari Ward MCA aspirant Swaleh Abdallah Njiru alias Oswado was shot dead on Tuesday, August 5, after he attempted to escape police custody. The dramatic incident unfolded in the Gatondo area of Embu County as police were transporting detainees from the Siakago Law Courts. Embu West Sub-county Police Commander Vincent Kitili confirmed the incident and revealed that Oswado caused chaos inside the prison van before making his escape. “The suspect threw pepper at the officers, momentarily blinding and disorienting them, then jumped out of the moving vehicle,” Kitili explained. One officer immediately gave chase while the others continued transporting The post Former MCA Aspirant Shot Dead After Daring Escape from Police Van appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago ‘Avoid Thika Road unless going to CHAN’ – Traffic Police Commandant advise motorists

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 6 – Police in Nairobi are urging motorists to avoid Thika Road on August 7 unless they are heading to the Moi International Sports Complex, Kasarani, for the Harambee Stars vs Angola Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) match. Nairobi Traffic Commandant Joseph Chirchir said roads near Kasarani will face full or partial closures […] The post ‘Avoid Thika Road unless going to CHAN’ – Traffic Police Commandant advise motorists appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Malala in Trouble Over Helicopter Stunt That Disrupted National School Games

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) Deputy Leader Cleophas Malala is staring at criminal charges after allegedly landing a helicopter without clearance at Mumias Sports Complex during the national secondary school games finals. The dramatic landing occurred during halftime of a high-stakes match between Musingu High School and St. Joseph’s Kitale, stunning thousands of students, teachers, education officials, and spectators as the chopper descended onto the pitch mid-event. Western Region Police Commander Issa Muhamoud stated that Malala and the pilot of the helicopter will be charged. They will prosecute them on different charges, including endangering public safety, creating a public nuisance, The post Malala in Trouble Over Helicopter Stunt That Disrupted National School Games appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Police Service disowns OCS behind push to cut women recruits to 20pc

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 3 — The National Police Service (NPS) has distanced itself from remarks by a junior police commanding officer calling for a reduction in the number of female recruits, saying the comments do not reflect the official position of the Service or the government. Nyahururu-based officer Isaac Kimutus had suggested that female recruitment […] The post Police Service disowns OCS behind push to cut women recruits to 20pc appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 w. ago Kenya opens border for Africans, reciprocity remains elusive

Kenya opens border for Africans, reciprocity remains elusive  The EastAfrican

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4 w. ago KRA Customs Department Surpasses Revenue Target with Ksh3B Daily Collection

The Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) Customs and Border Control Department has reported a major revenue milestone, collecting Ksh879.3 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year, exceeding its target by more than five percent. KRA says the department averaged daily collections of Ksh3 billion, thanks to increased taxes on both oil and non-oil imports. Customs and Border Control Commissioner Lilian Nyawanda credited this growth to improved enforcement and streamlined processes. “KRA’s Customs and Border Control Department recorded an accelerated growth rate of 11.1 per cent in revenue collection over the previous year’s growth rate of 4.9 per cent to collect Sh879 billion,” The post KRA Customs Department Surpasses Revenue Target with Ksh3B Daily Collection appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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last month Deadly IED Blast Hits KDF Vehicle in Boni Forest Killing Three Soldiers

Three Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers were killed and six wounded on Tuesday in a suspected Al-Shabaab attack after their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device (IED) in Lamu County’s Boni Forest. Lamu East Deputy County Commissioner George Kubai confirmed the attack, which took place around 1:40 p.m. in Badaa, a remote area two kilometres from Kiunga Town, near the Kenya–Somalia border. The KDF crew was traveling from Kiunga to Sankuri when their truck ran over the IED, leading to a deadly explosion that left a scene of destruction and multiple casualties. The raid was carried out deep in Boni The post Deadly IED Blast Hits KDF Vehicle in Boni Forest Killing Three Soldiers appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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