The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has issued a high-level alert following the sudden and mysterious disappearance of rights blogger and activist, Ndiangui Kinyagia, from his residence in Kinoo, Kiambu County. The incident, which has sent shockwaves across human rights circles, is being treated as a possible enforced disappearance—an increasingly disturbing trend in the country. […]
With nationwide Gen‑Z protests scheduled for June 25 to mark the deadly anti-Finance Bill unrest of last year, supporters of President William Ruto have escalated their rhetoric, unleashing chilling threats and ominous warnings against demonstrators. Dubbed “warmongers” by Daily Nation, several pro-government MPs have stepped forward in recent days, promising severe consequences for any attempt to […]
In a stunning affirmation today, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen praised the National Police Service (NPS) as the most professional force in Africa, marking a dramatic shift in the government’s tone toward its security apparatus. During a high-level visit to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters and forensic laboratory, CS Murkomen described the ongoing […]
In a high-stakes display of political mobilization, Kajiado Senator Seki Lenku has publicly vowed unwavering support from the Maasai community for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as preparations for the 2027 general election intensify. Speaking in Nairobi after leading a delegation to Gachagua’s Wamunyoro residence on June 23, Senator Seki dismissed claims that Gachagua’s backing in the […]
In a landmark ruling today, the High Court has invalidated the 2.75 percent deduction made by government to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) from gross salaries—holding that it amounts to illegal double taxation. Presiding over the case, Justice Chacha Mwita delivered a scathing judgment, stating that any deduction taken from gross income beyond the legislated income […]
In a spectacle that has stunned both entertainment circles and the political elite, Tanzanian R&B sensation Juma Jux delivered a jaw-dropping performance at an ultra-exclusive pre-wedding ceremony in Karen this weekend, reportedly walking away with millions for a single-night gig. The pre-wedding gala, hosted at the palatial residence of David Langat, one of Kenya’s most […]
A Reuters‑commissioned analysis has flagged TikTok as the leading source of fake news in Kenya, highlighting serious threats to national cohesion and the integrity of upcoming elections. The platform, once celebrated for its light‑hearted dance clips, is now accused of fueling ethnic tensions and spreading manipulated content on a massive scale . The Reuters report […]
In a move that threatens to escalate tensions between Kenya’s legal fraternity and the executive, seasoned lawyer Paul Muite has petitioned the High Court to impose a two-year jail sentence on President William Ruto and Attorney General Justin Muturi, accusing them of contempt of court. Muite, a prominent Senior Counsel with a track record in […]
In a rare and urgent pronouncement, the National Police Service (NPS) today issued a stern warning to all officers against the reckless use of firearms—setting the tone for the imminent June 25 protests. The warning follows a recent incident in which a hawker was shot during demonstrations, triggering intense public outrage. NPS Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga condemned […]
A bombshell audit by Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has sent shockwaves through Kenya’s public finance system, exposing systemic failures in the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) and revealing Ksh10.2 billion in government spending that lacked parliamentary approval. In an explosive report covering FY 2023/24, Gathungu detailed how funds totaling Ksh10.2 billion—allocated via IFMIS—were disbursed without endorsement […]
