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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 Nancy Gitonga 6 days ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 7 days ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 7 days ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 7 days ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 8 days ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 8 days ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 8 days ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 9 days ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 19 days ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 30 days ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 30 days ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

Samidoh testifies in Jeff Mwathi's death, rules out suicide

Samidoh denied that Mwathi had any suicidal thoughts or had ever attempted suicide.

By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

Ex-Lands Commissioner Sammy Mwaita charged in Sh300 million Nairobi land fraud

Another charge accuses Mwaita of providing false information to police.

By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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Why so many murders are yet to be resolved

High-profile killing cases are quietly buried by bureaucracy or political interference.

By Nancy Gitonga and Benjamin Imende 1 month ago

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 Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

Suspect accused of hacking OCS Talaam's phone denied bail

Rono was today charged with computer fraud at Milimani Law Court where Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi ordered that he be remanded at the Industrial Area Prison until September 12,2025.

By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago

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Why top four security bosses must face justice for Gen Z deaths

Gospel artist Reuben Kigame sought court approval to privately prosecute Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, accusing him of crimes against humanity during the Gen Z protests.

By Nancy Gitonga 1 month ago