Inspector General of Police (IG) Japheth Kanja has suffered a fresh setback after the High Court temporarily stopped the National Police Service (NPS) from recruiting 10,000 new police officers. The court issued a conservatory order on Monday, suspending the recruitment exercise until a petition challenging its legality is heard and determined. The petitioners argued that…
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called on authorities in Uganda and Tanzania to take strict action against Kenyan activists operating in their countries. Speaking recently, Senator Cherargei said these activists are causing trouble and spreading false information that could harm Kenya’s interests. Cherargei urged the governments of Uganda and Tanzania to “crack the whip” and…
Renowned gospel singer Betty Bayo has passed away after a long battle with cancer at Kenyatta National Hospital. Her death is a major loss to Kenya’s gospel music industry, where she was loved for her powerful voice and inspiring songs. Bayo had been receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital for several months, fighting the illness…
Tigania East Member of Parliament Mpuru Aburi has strongly criticized former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi over his recent “one term” statements targeting some Meru leaders. Speaking during a public meeting in Igoji East on Sunday morning, Mpuru told Linturi to stop making divisive remarks and instead explain what he achieved for the people of…
The High Court has stopped the planned recruitment of 10,000 police constables by the National Police Service (NPS). The court issued a temporary order, also known as a conservatory order, stopping the exercise until a case challenging the process is heard and decided. The ruling was delivered on Monday, November 10, by Justice Bahati Mwamuye….
Two Dead, Five Hospitalized After Consuming Poisoned Illicit Brew in Igembe North Tragedy has struck Ngitana Village in Igembe North after two people lost their lives and five others were left in critical condition following the consumption of a poisoned illicit brew. According to local reports, one of the deceased is believed to have been…
Meru politics has once again taken a heated turn after Ntima West MCA Patrick Ntururu openly criticized Meru Senator Kathuri Murungi, accusing him of hypocrisy and political intimidation. According to Ntururu, the senator has no moral authority to dictate when other leaders should start their campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections. He argued that politics…
A police officer was shot dead in Turkana County while guarding national exam materials. The attackers also stole his service gun. The shocking incident has raised fears about the safety of students, teachers, and exam materials in the region. What Happened The officer was stationed at an exam centre to protect Kenya Certificate of Secondary…
Education officials in Marsabit County have seized 17 mobile phones from students sitting for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. The phones were discovered in Moyale and Saku constituencies during routine checks at various exam centers. According to the Marsabit County Director of Education, nine phones were found in Moyale and eight in…
Police in Kirinyaga County are investigating the mysterious disappearance of a KCSE candidate who went missing on the morning of his national exam. The Form Four student from St. Philips Day Mixed Secondary School was later found stranded in Makuyu, Murang’a County. The student, identified as Wycliffe Muthii, left his home early in the morning…