From luxury hotels to make-believe scenes, detectives reveal how fraudsters lure their victims

Organised scammers in different parts of the world have infiltrated the social media and other forms of online meeting platforms where genuine and unsuspecting gold dealers exist.

By Hudson Gumbihi 13 days ago

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Abductions and killings take root in Ruto's 'regime'

Human rights defenders terms Kenya Kwanza a regime, not a n administration. Several families have lost their loved ones through police brutality and abductions.

By Hudson Gumbihi 15 days ago

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Broken promises: How Ruto's regime faces accusations of rising extrajudicial killings

In the eyes of human rights groups and defenders, Dr Ruto's regime has scored poorly on the Bill of Rights as enshrined in the Constitution.

By Hudson Gumbihi 16 days ago

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Dalmas Otieno: The defiant Moi-era minister who knew how to survive politically

Dalmas Otieno was among Kanu leaders from Nyanza who withstood pressure as most leaders swore allegiance to opposition doyen Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.

By Hudson Gumbihi and Anne Atieno 17 days ago

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Pressure piles on DCI, Duale to name SHA fraud suspects

Stakeholders argue that the Ministry of Health is controlling the narrative around the scandal, guiding investigative agencies on what to look into.

By Mercy Kahenda and Hudson Gumbihi 20 days ago

Somalia Vs Jubaland: Fear of refugee influx as Kenya cautioned against taking sides

Last month, Somali refugees crossed over into Mandera following violent conflicts between forces of the Federal Government of Somalia and those loyal to the Jubaland administration.

By Hudson Gumbihi 27 days ago

Two foreigners held in terror crackdown as US issues warning

Two foreigners suspected of engaging in terrorist activities were arrested on a day the US Embassy in Kenya issued a security alert.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

Road accidents spike as retest exercise of drivers hang in balance

Within a span of four days, some 80 people lost their lives in separate crashes across the country in a familiar trend that has claimed about 2, 933 lives since January this year.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

Explosive kills Kenyan as fighting intensifies in Somalia

Fatuma, 44, died on the spot in the 6.50pm incident, which left her daughter, 11-year-old Asman Mohamed Noor, nursing serious injuries to both legs.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

National Police Service to hire after 3-year freeze

Recruitment of new police officers will be carried in September as the government moves to fill gaps occasioned by a three-year freeze on enlistment.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

NPS condemns mob justice, urges respect for human dignity and law

Police say citizens taking the law into their own hands undermines Kenya's justice system and risks plunging the country into anarchy.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

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When a nation loses faith in its justice system, chaos and mob rule fill the void

Over 130 mob justice cases were reported in June amid frustration and weak policing. Mobs unleash deadly fury on suspects as justice system loses public trust and credibility.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

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Experts: Broken justice system fuelling violence

Experts urge public education to counter rising mob justice cases. Police visibility must also improve, not as a show of force but as a sign of protection.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

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War against terror at risk as US rethinks Kenya ties, experts say

The war on terrorism is likely to suffer a major blow should the United States review its relationship with Kenya.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

Police officer shoots, kills girlfriend, her friend at Kanyonyoo market

Constable Bernard Siambe is now being hunted after being linked to the murder of his girlfriend, Joy Mutisya, and her friend, only identified as Judy.

By Philip Muasya and Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

Canadian nationals conned Sh4.8 million by gold scammers

Two Canadian nationals who were conned USD 37,500 (Sh4.8 million) by four men who posed as genuine gold dealers.

By Hudson Gumbihi 1 month ago

IPOA: Police killed 65 civilians in latest protests, injured 342

Report says officers deployed on the streets were mostly hungry as they not provided with meals.

By Hudson Gumbihi 2 months ago

Family of guard shot dead demand compensation from employer

When he last spoke to his father, Fred Wanyonyi, the security guard who was shot dead at Stima Plaza during the June 25 protests, promised his dad that he would buy him a piece of land this month.

By Hudson Gumbihi 2 months ago

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Why Kenyans no longer trust the police

No doubt the police-public relationship is frosty; and it might get worse following President William Ruto's shot-to-maim order.

By Hudson Gumbihi 2 months ago

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Wave of destruction in counties as public anger boils over murders

The torching of Mawego Police Station in Homa Bay County over the murder of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang marked yet again, the escalating anger against the government.

By Hudson Gumbihi 2 months ago

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Disquiet as KDF officers begin to pay for their meals in barracks

From Tuesday, military officers will have to dig deep into their pockets to pay for meals following the scrapping of the subsidy they have enjoyed for years.

By Hudson Gumbihi 2 months ago

Armed gang caught on camera robbing motorist in Parklands

In the 41-second clip, the getaway car, whose registration number plate was not clearly captured, is seen making a U-turn as the two robbers attack the victim.

By Hudson Gumbihi 2 months ago

Protesters make daring raids on police stations as officers injured

In daring scenes, protesters attacked police stations during running battles that left more than 80 officers nursing injuries on Wednesday.

By Hudson Gumbihi and George Njunge 2 months ago

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Police were caught napping by Gen Z protesters in Parliament

The invasion of Parliament on June 25 caught anti-riot police deployed to suppress protesters by surprise.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

Lawyers reject claims linking Lagat to murder, ask for evidence

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has maintained that he was not involved in the murder of Albert Ojwang'.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

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Two decades on, police reforms falter under politics, brutality

The National Police Service remains entangled in violence, opaque command structures, and politicised appointments.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

Quarries in Mandera shut following abduction of two workers

All quarries in Mandera County have been closed following the abduction of two workers on Wednesday.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

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Eliud Lagat: Bomb expert entrusted with police reforms

DIG has made several visits to police stations, demanding excellence.On Wednesday, he is in the eye of a storm amid investigation on Albert Ojwang's murder.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

DIG Lagat on the spot over Albert Ojwang's death

The conflicting accounts have drawn suspicion from the public, politicians, and human rights bodies, many of whom suspect a cover-up.

By Fiddelis Mogaka and Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

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Why shocking police deaths compromise safety of Kenyans

Over 1,200 officers have died in the last three years, something observers say is deeply troubling.There has been no recruitment since 2022 to address the gaps.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

Prosecutor causes chaos at Laikipia airbase over husband's visitor

A senior prosecutor is in trouble for causing a security breach at Laikipia Airbase barracks where her husband works.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

Mt Elgon MP summoned over assault of rival

An aspirant for the Mt Elgon Parliamentary seat claims his life is in danger after allegedly being physically assaulted by the incumbent Fred Chesebe Kapondi on Saturday.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

DIG Lagat warns officers to desist from corruption

Days after prisoners escaped from lawful custody at a court in Siaya, Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat toured the county and urged officers to maintain professionalism and teamwork.

By Hudson Gumbihi 3 months ago

DIG Lagat orders crackdown on illicit brews and counterfeit goods

Police officers have been urged not to relent in the fight against illicit brews and drugs, human tracking and counterfeit products within their jurisdiction.

By Hudson Gumbihi 4 months ago

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Dead or alive? Family of missing officer in anguish as State stays silent

Benedict Kabiru went missing on March 26 after his team was ambushed by a gang.

By Hudson Gumbihi 4 months ago

How family of first Kenyan officer killed in Haiti reacted to the tragic loss

How family of first Kenyan officer killed in Haiti reacted to the tragic loss

By Hudson Gumbihi 4 months ago

Kiambu woman claims life in danger over land row

Long before Njoki died, she had been embroiled in an inheritance row with a stepson, Kiarie Mbugua, under whose name the entire piece of land measuring 6 acres.

By Hudson Gumbihi 4 months ago

Man found in possession of snake at Busia border

In a bizarre incident, a man was arrested in Busia County after he was found in possession of a snake.

By Hudson Gumbihi 4 months ago

Minor stabs his lover's mother to death

The police report indicates that the incident happened after the deceased, Judith Ngamia Wanyama, confronted the suspect for impregnating her daughter.

By Hudson Gumbihi 4 months ago

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Detectives retrieve crucial details in Kasipul MP murder probe

A week before he met his death, Were had complained that his life was in danger.

By Hudson Gumbihi 4 months ago