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I thought I would die: Survivors recount horror that claimed 16 lives

The Utumishi Girls fire tragedy has sparked outrage over school safety failures and the government’s handling of grieving parents after 16 students died.

By Denise Gordon 11 days ago

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Devastation as country mourns 16 students who died in a dorm fire

A tragic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil has left 16 students dead, dozens injured, and families and the nation in deep mourning as investigations continue.

By Denise Gordon 12 days ago

Gideon Moi urges leaders to focus on service over division

Gideon Moi has called on political leaders across the country to focus on serving the people and fulfilling promises made during election campaigns instead of engaging in divisive politics.

By Denise Gordon 17 days ago

Gideon Moi promises to reveal details of talks with Ruto

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi described the issues as sensitive and weighty and promised to address them publicly at the right moment.

By Denise Gordon 24 days ago

UDA's David Keter wins Emurua Dikirr by-election

UDA’s David Keter wins Emurua Dikirr by-election with 18,266 votes, defeating DCP’s Vincent Kibet who got 10,760 votes; IEBC says poll recorded 66.6pc turnout.

By Denise Gordon 26 days ago

Leaders defend Moi's legacy after Kiborek's remarks spark political storm

Leaders have defended former President Daniel Arap Moi’s legacy after remarks by Mogotio MP Reuben Kiborek sparked a political storm in the Rift Valley.

By Denise Gordon 29 days ago

EACC arrests 11 in alleged Sh85 million Eldama Ravine NG-CDF scandal

The graft agency said the eleven are behind an alleged embezzlement of Sh85 million meant for constituency development projects.

By Denise Gordon 1 month ago

Why detectives are yet to conclude investigations in Laikipia teen murder case

Detectives investigating the alleged murder of a teenager in Laikipia are yet to conclude their probe.

By Denise Gordon 1 month ago

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Court told how forest rangers broke into KDF soldier's home and stole items

They are charged with breaking into a store at his homestead before allegedly stealing property valued at Sh199,640.

By Denise Gordon 1 month ago

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From construction deal to courtroom war: Moi University's 27-year battle with contractor

A 27-year legal battle between Moi University and a contractor over an unfinished 1990s construction project has escalated into a costly dispute driven largely by accumulated interest.

By Denise Gordon 1 month ago

Senator Chemitei sued over 5-acre land dispute

Kiprono Chemitei is facing a lawsuit over alleged forcible occupation of a five-acre parcel in Mochongoi claimed by a private buyer.

By Denise Gordon 2 months ago

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Shock and grief as three-year-old dies at Nakuru School

A family in Nakuru is grappling with the devastating loss of their three-year-old son, who died under unclear circumstances at Gilgil Hills Academy.

By Denise Gordon 2 months ago

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Audit exposes rot in Kenya's emergency care

An Auditor General’s report exposes critical failures in Kenya’s emergency care system, including delays, shortages and under-equipped facilities that risk lives.

By Denise Gordon 2 months ago

Court bars KFS from Nakuru Golf Club land

The Environment and Lands Court in Nakuru has issued conservatory orders restraining the KFS and its agents from trespassing onto land owned by Nakuru Golf Club

By Denise Gordon 2 months ago

Storm over Arabal school as ombudsman seek answers over demolition and eviction by KFS

A storm is brewing in Baringo County after the Office of the Ombudsman stepped in over a controversial night raid, alleged harassment of residents, and a bitter land dispute

By Denise Gordon 2 months ago

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From divorce to criminal trials: American woman's long legal battle in Kenyan courts

The 74-year-old American investor has spent years fighting legal battles in Kenya, from divorce and company wrangles to criminal charges.

By Denise Gordon 2 months ago

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How Kihika's family firm acquired Kenya Railways land

The acquisition of a prime parcel of land next to the State House, Nakuru, by a firm linked to Governor Susan Kihika’s family is at the centre of a political and legal storm.

By Denise Gordon 2 months ago

Kihika sues Senator Karanja over Nakuru hotel construction claims

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and Senator Tabitha Karanja's rivalry has escalated into a court battle after the governor filed a defamation suit over remarks linking her to a mega hotel project.

By Denise Gordon 3 months ago

Athletes lose bid to stop doping ban, court sends case to tribunal

The High Court in Nakuru has dismissed an application by two Kenyan long-distance runners seeking to block sanctions imposed on them by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) over doping allegations.

By Denise Gordon 3 months ago

Ministry of Lands reveals why settlement of Eastern Mau residents stalled

The Ministry of Lands has cited logistical, financial and operational hurdles for delaying the implementation of a court-ordered settlement of residents in six schemes within the Eastern Mau Forest.

By Denise Gordon 3 months ago

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Deadly scholarship: How 25-year-old was lured to serve in Russian military

In 2023, Kevin Njehia told his father he was applying for a scholarship in Russia which required mandatory military service for between six and twelve months.

By Denise Gordon 3 months ago

Sh10b lost annually in water leakages, reveals CS

The government loses at least Sh10 billion annually due to water lost through leakages, illegal abstractions, and poorly executed infrastructure projects.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

Over 18, 000 survive eviction as court declares forest gazettement illegal

The Environment and Land Court has stopped the government from evicting members of the Endorois community from their ancestral land in Baringo County.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

Prisons boss to pay man Sh10m after land battle

A Nakuru businessman has finally won a long-running land dispute against the Kenya Prisons Service, with the court awarding him Sh10 million in damages for trespass.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

Governor Kihika sued over renewal of County Board CEO's contract

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika, the County Government and the County Public Service Board have been sued over the alleged unconstitutional renewal of the board CEO's contract.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

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Mediheal loses bid to stop sale of hospital equipment

The dispute arose after NCBA Bank, through Philips International Auctioneers, moved to proclaim and attach hospital equipment over alleged financial obligations owed by Mediheal.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

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Family loses home after Appeal court backs husband's secret sale

The Court of Appeal ruled that a man who secretly sold the family home to a company had full legal authority to do so, despite his wife having lived there for years.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

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State skips Mau residents' case on resettlement

MCA filed petition on behalf of 40,000 settlers in 2020 over the settlement progress.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

Court declares abducted man dead after years of search by family

Kuni Halanka disappeared on the evening of February 7, 2022, shortly after boarding a taxi outside Weston Hotel on Lang’ata Road in Nairobi.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

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Blood, courts and a Sh5b prize: Inside the Koinange-Mpoe land war

The dispute over 4,296-acre Muthera Farm has played out in civil and criminal courts for decades.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

Man stripped of Nakuru property sold by impersonator of dead owner

Jamlick Muriuki Ngaari believed he had finally secured a piece of land in Nakuru’s fast-growing Naka area.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

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Bring it on, Nakuru Senator dares Kihika to sue her over hotel claims

Senator Tabitha Karanja said no amount of threats would deter her from what she described as her constitutional duty to hold the county government to account.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

Court bars public entities from hiring external lawyers

The case was filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, Nakuru-based surgeon Dr Magare Gikenyi, and five others.

By Denise Gordon 4 months ago

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Inside 16-year battle for St Mary's hospital handled by over 10 judges

What began as a mission to provide healthcare to the poor has morphed into a bitter, protracted legal battle involving property titles, corporate control, religious vows, and clashing egos.

By Denise Gordon 5 months ago

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School loses appeal in minor's death case, ordered to pay Sh2.1m

The Court of Appeal has upheld the decision of the trial court that found Gilgil Hills Academy liable for the death of a pupil in July 2008.

By Denise Gordon 5 months ago

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I thought I would die: Survivors recount horror that claimed 16 lives

The Utumishi Girls fire tragedy has sparked outrage over school safety failures and the government’s handling of grieving parents after 16 students died.

By Denise Gordon 11 days ago

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Devastation as country mourns 16 students who died in a dorm fire

A tragic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil has left 16 students dead, dozens injured, and families and the nation in deep mourning as investigations continue.

By Denise Gordon 12 days ago

Gideon Moi urges leaders to focus on service over division

Gideon Moi has called on political leaders across the country to focus on serving the people and fulfilling promises made during election campaigns instead of engaging in divisive politics.

By Denise Gordon 17 days ago

Gideon Moi promises to reveal details of talks with Ruto

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi described the issues as sensitive and weighty and promised to address them publicly at the right moment.

By Denise Gordon 24 days ago

UDA's David Keter wins Emurua Dikirr by-election

UDA’s David Keter wins Emurua Dikirr by-election with 18,266 votes, defeating DCP’s Vincent Kibet who got 10,760 votes; IEBC says poll recorded 66.6pc turnout.

By Denise Gordon 26 days ago