A family in Chokaa area in Embakasi East is in agony after a child died and other six family members sustained serious injuries following a gas cylinder explosion at their house. According to Hellen Achieng, the incident happened at night when she was preparing supper for her husband who had just returned from work. “Nilikuwa…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has applied to have six serving police officers detained for 14 days over allegations of involvement in a cross-border ammunition trafficking ring. In an application filed before Milimani Law Courts, the DCI argued that releasing the suspects would compromise ongoing investigations, pose a risk of interference with witnesses,…
Former Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam and five co-accused will remain in custody until key civilians and police witnesses testify in the murder case of teacher Albert Ojwang’. The officers, alongside civilians John Ginge Gitau, Gin Ammitou Abwao, and Brian Mwaniki Njue are accused of jointly killing Albert Ojwang on the night of…
Police Constable Benedict Kabiru, who went missing in Haiti during a peacekeeping mission in March. The National Police Service (NPS) has officially confirmed the death of Police Constable Benedict Kabiru, who went missing in Haiti during a peacekeeping mission in March. However, the whereabouts of his body remain unknown, leaving his family in anguish and…
A collage image of Billy Miya, Gladys Mungai and Rashid Abdalla Inspired by lived experiences or the environment around them, a number of Kenyan media stars are leaving a mark in their communities. Their impact extends beyond the screen and the airwaves with life-changing initiatives. Here are some notable media personalities and how they are…
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has begun investigations into the death of Simon Warui in police custody.In a statement on Tuesday, IPOA Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan, revealed that Warui’s death occurred on Wednesday 17, September 2025 at the Central police station, Mvita Sub- County in Mombasa. The authority, Hassan said, is now interviewing witnesses…
Simon Warui Death The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched an investigation into the death of Simon Warui, who died in police custody at Central police station in Mombasa County on September 17. A post-mortem report showed Warui suffered cardiorespiratory collapse caused by dislocation of the neck, consistent with a fall from a height.…
Detectives in Nairobi are investigating the mysterious death of 54-year-old Zaituni Kavaya, a domestic worker from Kibera, who died while on duty at an apartment along Mpunga Road in Kilimani. Kavaya had been contracted to do laundry on the fifth floor of the building when the incident occurred. Five suspects, all from a Sudanese family,…
In the heart of Uganda, a man named Samuel, who had lived his life on the wrong side of the law, found himself in the most unexpected situation. Samuel had always been a thief, known in his community for his quick hands and deceitful ways. He would steal from unsuspecting victims, feeling no remorse as…
There are some stories that seem so unbelievable, yet they are incredibly real. One such story comes from a woman named Sarah from Kampala, Uganda. She was once a senior prostitute, a name that carried a heavy burden of shame and regret. She had lived a life filled with darkness, filled with pain and hardship.…