Ben Kirui
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Clashes in Majengo leave several injured as tensions soar over a youth's shooting death
By early Wednesday morning, the unrest had escalated, with angry protesters setting fire to a police vehicle and blocking a key road to Eastleigh with stones and burning tires.
Kirinyaga: Chaos erupts at funeral service after politicians barred from speaking
Tensions flared when Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina defied the presiding bishop’s directive to steer clear of controversial political topics.
'I'm too busy for political wars': Kindiki tells Mt Kenya residents to ignore Gachagua
Addressing a gathering at his Irunduni rural home in Tharaka Nithi County, Kindiki took a swipe at his impeached predecessor, cautioning the latter against dragging him into unnecessary political battles.
How militant group has fueled banditry in Northern Kenya
This militant group has been implicated in various criminal activities, including arms and drug trafficking, human smuggling, illegal mining, and cross-border attacks.
Juja MP Koimburi charged with forging academic certificates
The legislator was presented with 6 forgery counts and another for failing to attend court on numerous dates.
Activists to stage protests outside Kenyan Parliament, Ugandan embassy demanding Besigye's release
Speaking in Nairobi, activists from Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania condemned the alleged abduction and rendition of Besigye and his ally, Hajj Obeid Lutale, labelling it a blatant violation of international human rights laws and extradition treaties.
Family of missing Nakuru fisherman Brian Odhiambo breaks down after court dismisses case
Family members were overwhelmed by anguish and broke into wailing after Justice Julius Nangea declared that there was insufficient evidence to support the claim that Brian had been detained by KWS officers.
'Great friend and support system,' Kanja Waruru laid to rest in Nyeri
In an emotional send-off, tributes poured in with Kanja remembered as a remarkable soul who lived with joy, laughter, and love. He bravely battled liver cancer before passing away on January 23, 2025.
Agriculture CS Kagwe launches nationwide livestock vaccination campaign
The initiative has faced fierce resistance from some farmers and political leaders, fueled by misinformation about the vaccines.In response, the government has assured farmers of the vaccines’ safety and effectiveness, adding that the initiative is for their own benef...
IPOA says unable to investigate abduction cases
IPOA Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan explained that although Kenyans suspect the police are behind abductions, the Inspector General of Police has denied any officer involvement.As a result, IPOA cannot launch an investigation unless the police officially acknowledge...