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How Cate Waruguru tricked lover to disinherit wife, children
Waruguru allegedly played a central role in a scheme that saw a man transfer six prime Mombasa and Nairobi properties to a company linked to her, disinheriting his wife and three children.  
By 4 days ago
How Cate Waruguru tricked lover to disinherit wife, children
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Bank property to be auctioned over missing Mbiyu estate funds
The action is to recover money mysteriously withdrawn from the estate of the late minister Mbiyu Koinange.
By 5 days ago
Bank property to be auctioned over missing Mbiyu estate funds
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Court halts push to entrench CDF, cites absence of referendum law
Katiba Institute, which filed the petition, told the court that MPs have rushed into amending the Constitution.
By 6 days ago
Court halts push to entrench CDF, cites absence of referendum law
Court bars JSC from acting on Sankale ouster bid over Cohen murder
The High Court has barred JSC from considering two petitions seeking the removal of Judge Sankale ole Kantai over allegations linking him Tob Cohen's murder.
By 6 days ago
Court bars JSC from acting on Sankale ouster bid over Cohen murder
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Blow to Ruto's mining reforms as new regulations declared illegal
The judge finds that the Ministry did not conduct meaningful public participation. The reforms formed the President’s plans to modernise mining industry, tighten oversight.
By 7 days ago
Blow to Ruto's mining reforms as new regulations declared illegal
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Blow to DPP after court reinstates Sh300m fraud case against businessman
ODPP Renson Ingonga has suffered a blow after the High Court reinstated land fraud charges amounting to Sh300 million against businessman Abdirahman Muhumed Abdi.
By 7 days ago
Blow to DPP after court reinstates Sh300m fraud case against businessman
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Court bars Parliament from forwarding CDF Bill to President Ruto
The High Court has barred Parliament from forwarding the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, to President William Ruto for assent.
By 7 days ago
Court bars Parliament from forwarding CDF Bill to President Ruto
Constitution Bill: MPs, Senators get nod to join petition
The High Court has allowed MPs and Senators to formally join a petition challenging the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
By 8 days ago
Constitution Bill: MPs, Senators get nod to join petition
Court extends orders barring MP Jayne Kihara's prosecution to March next year
Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara has secured extended relief from criminal prosecution after the High Court prolonged orders suspending her trial until March 10, 2026.
By 8 days ago
Court extends orders barring MP Jayne Kihara's prosecution to March next year
DPP given 30 days to supply evidence in Barchok graft case
Governor Barchok is facing seven criminal counts, including conflict of interest, unlawful acquisition, and use of proceeds of crime amounting to Sh2 million. 
By 8 days ago
DPP given 30 days to supply evidence in Barchok graft case
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Blow to Oparanya as court nullifies withdrawal of Sh2.2b graft case
Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya, has suffered a major setback after the High Court quashed the Director of Public Prosecutions’ decision to withdraw Sh2.2 billion corruption charges against him.
By 9 days ago
Blow to Oparanya as court nullifies withdrawal of Sh2.2b graft case
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Big win for 600 ex-Stanchart staff in Sh30b payout battle with bank
Standard Chartered Bank and 11 pension scheme trustees challenged tribunal’s decision. The ruling clears the way for former employees to finally receive recalculated benefits.
By 19 days ago
Big win for 600 ex-Stanchart staff in Sh30b payout battle with bank
Man sues Kang'ata over alleged misuse of name in crash petition
A former Murang’a County driver has filed a petition against Governor Kang’ata, accusing him of fraudulently using his name in a Senate petition related to compensation for Ethiopian Airlines crash.
By 30 days ago
Man sues Kang'ata over alleged misuse of name in crash petition
Lobby group gives DPP 14 days to prosecute corrupt officials or face ouster
The lobby group Justice and Equity Council has given a 14-day ultimatum to the DPP Renson Ingonga, to prosecute corrupt government officials or face a petition for removal from office.
By 30 days ago
Lobby group gives DPP 14 days to prosecute corrupt officials or face ouster
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Why DPP Ingonga is weak link in fight against corruption
From delayed prosecutions, returning files for flimsy reasons, to unexplained withdrawal of cases, the ODPP is increasingly emerging as the weakest link in the anti-corruption war.
By 1 month ago
Why DPP Ingonga is weak link in fight against corruption
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DPP Ingonga on the spot over high-profile case withdrawals
When Renson Ingonga took over as Kenya’s Director of Public Prosecutions in September 2023, there was cautious optimism that he would restore integrity to an office. 
By 1 month ago
DPP Ingonga on the spot over high-profile case withdrawals
Anglo Leasing case takes new twist that could delay proceedings
The Kamani brothers are seeking a stay of proceedings to allow the Court of Appeal time to hear and determine their intended appeal over a recent High Court ruling.
By 1 month ago
Anglo Leasing case takes new twist that could delay proceedings
Reprieve for Orwoba from tribunal, but her replacement sworn in
PPDT found the party's disciplinary proceedings unlawful and biased against senator. But her replacement, Consolata Wakwabubi, was sworn in at the Senate.
By 1 month ago
Reprieve for Orwoba from tribunal, but her replacement sworn in
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How courts have tamed Ruto's appetite for illegal task forces
President William Ruto’s move to establish a multi-agency team to fight corruption could be another failed attempt to usurp the powers of independent institutions.
By 1 month ago
How courts have tamed Ruto's appetite for illegal task forces
Big blow to President after court blocks his anti-corruption team
Four petitioners want the court to declare President William Ruto’s move unconstitutional.They have questioned the inclusion of State agencies as well as opaque funding structure.
By 1 month ago
Big blow to President after court blocks his anti-corruption team
Auctioneers raid Baba Dogo firm over Sh356 Million court-ordered seizure
The raid was led by auctioneer Zacharia Baraza of Siuma Auctioneers, acting under warrants issued by both the High Court Commercial and Tax Division and Milimani Commercial Court. 
By 1 month ago
Auctioneers raid Baba Dogo firm over Sh356 Million court-ordered seizure
Blogger charged with spreading false information about MP Mulyungi
A blogger has been charged with publishing false information on social media platforms allegedly targeting Mwingi Central MP Gideon Mulyungi and the Kitui County Assembly.
By 1 month ago
Blogger charged with spreading false information about MP Mulyungi
Three charged over SIM swap fraud using Central OCS Talaam's phone
Three men have been charged before a Nairobi court for allegedly orchestrating a SIM swap fraud using the mobile number of Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam, while he was in custody.
By 1 month ago
Three charged over SIM swap fraud using Central OCS Talaam's phone
Court summons pathologist Oduor to testify in Jeff Mwathi inquest
Their evidence is expected to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Jeff’s mysterious death in February 2023, which occurred at a house associated with DJ Fatxo.
By 1 month ago
Court summons pathologist Oduor to testify in Jeff Mwathi inquest
Court Bars IG, DCI from arresting Nairobi Housing Chief Lydia Mathia
The court ordered that the conservatory orders shall remain in force until November 5, 2025, when the matter will be mentioned for further directions.
By 1 month ago
Court Bars IG, DCI from arresting Nairobi Housing Chief Lydia Mathia
Three charged over alleged illegal unlocking, resale of Sh3.8m phones
Three men suspected of being part of a syndicate involved in illegally unlocking smartphones sold on credit and reselling them have been charged before a Nairobi court.
By 1 month ago
Three charged over alleged illegal unlocking, resale of Sh3.8m  phones
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Ojwang's death: Is Ruto, AG shielding DIG Lagat from justice?
President William Ruto, the AG and top security officials have been accused of shielding Deputy IG Eliud Lagat from facing murder charges in the death of Albert Ojwang.
By 1 month ago
Ojwang's death: Is Ruto, AG shielding DIG Lagat from justice?
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"I did not commit fraud," Kimunya defends self in Sh60m land scandal
Former Lands Minister Amos Kimunya has denied involvement in the alleged fraudulent transfer of Sh60 million public land in Nyandarua County to the private company Midlands Limited. 
By 1 month ago
"I did not commit fraud," Kimunya defends self in Sh60m land scandal
Court declines to release passport of businessman facing Sh356 million fraud charges
Khatwani had asked the court to release his passport, claiming the trip scheduled for this month was essential and related to his core business operations.
By 1 month ago
Court declines to release passport of businessman facing Sh356 million fraud charges
Court upholds appointment of PSC vice chair, commissioners
The High Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition challenging the appointment of PSC Vice Chairperson Mary Kimonye and commissioners Boya Molu, Irene Asienga, and Francis Meja.
By 1 month ago
Court upholds appointment of PSC vice chair, commissioners
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Why Nairobi Hospital is in battle for survival
The Nairobi Hospital, one of the country’s most iconic medical institutions, could shut its doors this week following a creditor’s petition seeking its liquidation. 
By 1 month ago
Why Nairobi Hospital is in battle for survival
Samidoh testifies in Jeff Mwathi's death, rules out suicide
Samidoh denied that Mwathi had any suicidal thoughts or had ever attempted suicide.
By 1 month ago
Samidoh testifies in Jeff Mwathi's death, rules out suicide
DPP Seeks to Drop Charges Against Lawyer in Sh100M Will Forgery Case
The DPP objected to him answering to the five criminal charges and sought to terminate them under Section 87(a) of the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC).
By 1 month ago
DPP Seeks to Drop Charges Against Lawyer in Sh100M Will Forgery Case
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Petitioners ask court to declare Kemsa CEO unfit to hold office
Nakuru-based doctor Magare-Gikenyi and two others have filed a petition in court seeking to nullify the appointment of Waqo Dulacha Ejersa as chief executive of Kemsa.
By 1 month ago
Petitioners ask court to declare Kemsa CEO unfit to hold office
TikToker charged for trying to extort Sh0.5m from bank
Court frees TikToker Gitonga Archives, who is facing allegations of attempting to extort money from Co-operative Bank on a cash bail of Sh50,000.
By 1 month ago
TikToker charged for trying to extort Sh0.5m from bank
No alcohol adverts on digital platforms, State's ban continues
Content creators have suffered a major blow after the High Court declined to suspend the government’s controversial ban on online alcohol advertising and influencer marketing.
By 1 month ago
No alcohol adverts on digital platforms, State's ban continues
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Lawyer wanted over forged will in Sh100m Karen land dispute
Court issues warrant of arrest against Guy Spencer Elms for forgery.The disputed land is located on Ushuriki Road in Karen, Nairobi.
By 1 month ago
Lawyer wanted over forged will in Sh100m Karen land dispute
High Court halts MP Kihara's prosecution over offensive conduct charges
The judge directed the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to respond to Kihara’s petition within seven days.
By 1 month ago
High Court halts MP Kihara's prosecution over offensive conduct charges
Ex-Lands Commissioner Sammy Mwaita charged in Sh300 million Nairobi land fraud
Another charge accuses Mwaita of providing false information to police. 
By 1 month ago
Ex-Lands Commissioner Sammy Mwaita charged in Sh300 million Nairobi land fraud
Petition filed seeking to declare KEMSA CEO Waqo unfit to hold office
According to the petitioners, it is an undisputed fact that Waqo, having been appointed at the Ministry of Health in 1996, failed to resign as required by the Constitution and the law.
By 1 month ago
Petition filed seeking to declare KEMSA CEO Waqo unfit to hold office