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In Nyeri County, Eddy Ngari, a hitman convicted of manslaughter in connection with the murder of Daniel Mwangi, has filed an appeal against his 25-year prison sentence. Ngari was sentenced on June 20, 2024, alongside his co-defendant, Raphael Wachira, who received a 30-year term for his role in the…
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The Kenya Meteorological Department has revealed that the anticipated long rains for March-April-May (MAM) are projected to start earlier than usual this year, beginning in February. This shift in timing is significant, as certain regions may witness increased rainfall extending into June, while…
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The High Court has ordered former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, his ex-personal assistant Michael Oyamo, and former Member of the County Assembly (MCA) Caspal Obiero to stand trial for the murder of Sharon Otieno. Justice Cecilia Githua has determined that the evidence presented was adequate to…
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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin recently appeared in court in response to a judicial order regarding the case of three missing individuals alleged to have been abducted in Mlolongo on December 16. The court summoned them to clarify the…
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Call for Regulatory Measures as Tourists Experience Rising Harassment at Kenya's Beaches Recent incidents of harassment involving tourists at Jomo Kenyatta Public Beach in Mombasa have ignited concerns among stakeholders in Kenya's coastal tourism sector. One such event saw a lone tourist…
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On November 28, 2019, the town of Naivasha faced an unimaginable tragedy with the murder of 15-year-old Valerian Njeri, a Form Two student at Mary Leakey Girls' School. The unfortunate incident occurred mere hours after her parents, Mr John Nduno and Mary Goleti Chepleting, left for a relative's…
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As Kenya navigates the post-pandemic landscape, the government is launching an ambitious strategy aimed at revitalizing its tourism sector and reinforcing the country’s position as a premier destination in Africa. With a target of welcoming three million tourists by the end of this year, these…
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As Kenya approaches its 2027 general elections, the debate surrounding taxation and its implications for salaried workers is intensifying. Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has recently expressed scepticism regarding the potential electoral impact of the 3…
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The Kenyan judiciary is facing a critical crisis following a petition submitted by 13 advocates from Ahmednasir Abdullahi Advocates LLP. The petition calls for the removal of all seven Supreme Court judges, including Chief Justice Martha Koome, on allegations of gross misconduct. This escalation…
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The High Court has ruled that hospitals are prohibited from detaining patients to recover unpaid medical bills. Justice Lawrence Mugambi delivered the ruling yesterday, asserting that holding treated and recovered patients against their will due to financial obligations is both illegal and a…