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Albert Ojwang was tortured and strangled
An autopsy report of X influencer Albert Ojwang' has exposed the lies told by authorities about the circumstances that led to his death in police custody.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 1 month ago
Albert Ojwang was tortured and strangled
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 1 month ago
DIG Lagat on the spot over Albert Ojwang's death
Juja MP George Koimburi speaks out on alleged abduction
Juja MP George Koimburi claims he was abducted on May 25 outside the Full Gospel Churches of Kenya, shortly after attending a church service.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 1 month ago
Juja MP George Koimburi speaks out on alleged abduction
Koimburi: Juja MP's relentless tango with controversy, political storms
Juja MP George Koimburi has carved out a career defined more by controversy than legislation.Whether he's fleeing court, accusing colleagues of corruption, facing forgery charges,
By Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
Koimburi: Juja MP's relentless tango with controversy, political storms
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Gachagua denied Kasarani permit for the launch of his political party
Former DP's party holds its first National Executive Council meeting in Nairobi, accuses President Ruto of being behind the move to deny them the Kasarani Stadium.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
Gachagua denied Kasarani permit for the launch of his political party
Public rage as software developer is charged on 'vague' law
Rights lobby groups and Kenyans on social media warn State against intimidating critics. Some politicians argue that Njeri was facilitating public participation on the Finance Bill, 2025.
By Fiddelis Mogaka and Mourice Odiwuor 2 months ago
Public rage as software developer is charged on 'vague' law
MPs fault Treasury on Budget cuts amid high cost of living
The National Treasury hard pressed to defend the government's spending plans for the 2025-26 financial year.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
MPs fault Treasury on Budget cuts amid high cost of living
Koimburi woes: Opposition raises concern over growing repression
The MP went missing after attending church and was later found in a coffee farm. The police said they had no hand in his abduction and that the MP had stage managed it.
By Fiddelis Mogaka And Clare Ochieng 2 months ago
Koimburi woes: Opposition raises concern over growing repression
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Concerns as rise in strong-arm rule in East Africa goes unabated
A fresh wave of growing intolerance is sweeping across governments in East Africa, a region that has historically seemed half-hearted about embracing democratic principles.
By Brian Otieno and Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
Concerns as rise in strong-arm rule in East Africa goes unabated
Police recover Sh3 million in stolen phones, cash in Nairobi CBD crackdown
Regional Commander George Sedah has confirmed the recovery of 77 mobile phones and Sh614,000 in cash believed to have been used to buy stolen phones from snatchers.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
Police recover Sh3 million in stolen phones, cash in Nairobi CBD crackdown
Four suspected gang members arrested in crackdown, rifle recovered
Police arrest four suspected gang members in Nairobi, recover AK-47 rifle, three pistols, and ammunition in a multi-agency operation; investigations ongoing.
By Fiddelis Mogaka and Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago
Four suspected gang members arrested in crackdown, rifle recovered
Billions being stolen in dubious deals by top officials, says group
The report by Africog and Okoa Uchumi partners outlines a pattern of manipulated policies, mismanaged loans, and opaque mega-projects, all tied to top government officials.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
Billions being stolen in dubious deals by top officials, says group
Deep State corruption hurting Kenya's economy - Africog
Africa Centre for Open Governance (Africog) has shed light on widespread corruption and poor financial management at the back of ailing Kenya's economy.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
Deep State corruption hurting Kenya's economy - Africog
NCIC summons Gachagua over PEV remarks, warns against hate speech
NCIC says they will work with other agencies to hold former DP accountable. Gachagua has denied rooting for violence, and warned against rigging 2027 polls.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 2 months ago
NCIC summons Gachagua over PEV remarks, warns against hate speech
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Place of dialogue in nation thirsty for action, tired of whirlwind talks
Raila's ODM has described the talks as being 'in the best interest of the country'.
By Brian Otieno and Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Place of dialogue in nation thirsty for action, tired of whirlwind talks
Kalonzo to Ruto: Set up IEBC and call snap polls
Wiper leader says Kenyans have shown their lack of faith in government.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Kalonzo to Ruto: Set up IEBC and call snap polls
COTU Urges President to suspend Finance Bill
COTU Secretary General, Francis Atwoli has appealed to President Ruto to appoint a commission of inquiry to address the demands of the youth.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
COTU Urges President to suspend Finance Bill
Gen Zs ready to storm and camp at Parliament
The youthful protesters are against The Finance Bill 2024.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Gen Zs ready to storm and camp at Parliament
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Confusion mars Ruto UDA-ANC merger plan as officials object
Ruto and Mudavadi say the two parties are negotiating to fold and form one. The creation of a new party has caused anxiety among elected leaders in both parties.
By Ndung'u Gachane and Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Confusion mars Ruto UDA-ANC merger plan as officials object
Violence rocks Nairobi CBD as protestors reject spending plan
This came as the US embassy issued an alert, urging its citizens to exercise caution owing to the Finance Bill protests.
By Irene Githinji and Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Violence rocks Nairobi CBD as protestors reject spending plan
'Occupy parliament' protests on as Kenyans call out MPs over Finance Bill
A showdown looms today as Kenyans vow to push Members of the National Assembly to reject sections Finance Bill 2024, terming it oppressive in the current economic situation.
By Irene Githinji and Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
'Occupy parliament' protests on as Kenyans call out MPs over Finance Bill
Ruto allies accuse Gachagua of sabotaging the government
The rift in UDA has deepened after key allies of President William Ruto's branded DP Rigathi Gachagua an enemy of the people and accused him of sabotaging the government.
By Ndungu Gachane and Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Ruto allies accuse Gachagua of sabotaging the government
Gakuya reads mischief as UDA postpones city branch elections
Cleophas Malala is on the receiving end over the development amid allegations that there were plans to lock out some candidates who had swept posts in constituency and ward levels.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Gakuya reads mischief as UDA postpones city branch elections
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Wamuchomba warns of Azimio influence if NADCO report is adopted
She claimed there was a scheme to reshuffle the Cabinet to accommodate the opposition into the government.
By Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Wamuchomba warns of Azimio influence if NADCO report is adopted
Koskei urges housing stakeholders to leverage on technology
Stakeholders in real estate have been urged to take advantage of innovation and technology to address the housing challenge in the country.
By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Fiddelis Mogaka 1 year ago
Koskei urges housing stakeholders to leverage on technology
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