Sh4K monthly income not an excuse to avoid child support, father told

Claiming poverty is no defence against parental responsibility, the court ruled, ordering a father to meet his child's educational and medical expenses.

By Lilian 3 months ago

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Court boycott paralyses business as LSK, Judiciary standoff deepens

A nationwide court boycott called by the Law Society of Kenya paralysed proceedings in several courts across the country, exposing a standoff between the Bar and the Bench.

By Lilian 3 months ago

MCA charged with robbery with violence, vandalism and theft

A Nairobi MCA and two associates have denied charges of robbery with violence, theft and vandalism over alleged attacks linked to a disputed business premises, and were released on bail pending trial.

By Lilian 3 months ago

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PS Fikirini's bodyguard granted bond; court extends inquiry into fatal shooting

PC's bodyguard Charo had been under investigation for the fatal shooting of Cecil Ouma Onyango on June 30, 2026, following a public function at Social Hall, Kariokor.

By Lilian 4 months ago

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Slither and scam: Two held in Sh1.5m python 'healing'

Two Tanzanians have been arrested by the DCI for allegedly defrauding a Kenyan man of Sh1.5 million through a fraudulent "healing and money ritual" that involved the use of a live python.

By Lilian 4 months ago

Bodycams will modernise customs administration, reinforce integrity

The recorded footage provides valuable insights into frontline processes, enabling supervisors to identify bottlenecks, refine procedures, and strengthen training programmes.

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Somali official denied bail in Nairobi over $27,000 gold fraud and terrorism links

A Somali government adviser accused of a Sh3.5 million fake gold scam remains in custody as prosecutors cite terrorism links and flight risk concerns.

By Lilian 5 months ago

Nicco Sacco managers charged with aiding crew's escape after accident

Two Nicco Sacco operations managers have been charged with aiding obstruction of justice after allegedly helping a minibus crew flee and conceal evidence following a fatal accident.

By Lilian 5 months ago

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Police: Taximan was last contact before Rachael Wandeto's attack

A suspect said to have been the last person to contact musician Rachael Wandeto who died after being doused with a flammable substance, was arraigned before the Makadara Law Courts.

By Lilian 5 months ago

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Nairobi pastor denies impregnating teen member of his church

A pastor in Nairobi is facing serious allegations after being accused of defiling a 15-year-old girl under his pastoral care.

By Lilian 6 months ago

Roysambu MCA charged over Marurui demolition protest

Roysambu MCA Sospeter Githahu Mumbi and two others were arraigned before Makadara Law Courts for allegedly causing obstruction contrary to the Nairobi City County Public Nuisance Act, 2021.

By Lilian 6 months ago

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ODPP given seven days to decide fate of DCI officer in murder case

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has been given seven days to decide whether to charge a DCI officer accused of murdering his wife in Roysambu.

By Lilian 6 months ago

Advocate charged with stealing Sh7.59 million from client and forging bank documents

Advocate Paul Kimani Mwangi has been charged in Nairobi with stealing Sh7.59 million from a client and forging bank documents.

By Lilian 6 months ago

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Baby-selling syndicate exposed in city as three women arrested

Police have dismantled an alleged trafficking ring accused of preying on vulnerable women grappling with infertility and broken relationships, turning newborn babies into commodities for profit.

By Lilian 7 months ago

Kenyan Man City fan accused of robbing Nigerian over EPL rivalry

A Nigerian national has moved to court accusing a Kenyan man of attacking and robbing him of his mobile phone and passport in a dispute allegedly sparked by a football shirt.

By Lilian 8 months ago

DCI officer accused of allegedly killing his wife detained for 14 days

A DCI officer who is suspected of murdering his wife, was on Thursday arraigned before Makadara Law Courts Principal Magistrate Jane Mbati.

By Lilian 8 months ago

Tenant charged with alleged malicious damage to property in Kilimani

A tenant has been charged with malicious damage to property after allegedly vandalising a residential premise in Nairobi's Kilimani area.

By Lilian 8 months ago

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How man and woman swindled Sh5.4 million in fake KDF, police jobs

Two suspects were charged at a Makadara court for swindling Sh5.4 million from eleven unsuspecting Kenyans under the pretense of securing them jobs in Kenya Defence Forces.

By Lilian 10 months ago

Azerbaijan, Kenya step up cooperation on climate action and urban planning ahead of WUF13

The focus on collaboration comes ahead of the World Urban Forum 13 (WUF13) to be hosted by Baku in May 2026.

By Lilian 10 months ago

Tension in Borama persists after deadly unrest amid calls for accountability

Tension remained high in Borama after days of deadly unrest that have widened political fault lines in Somaliland and public demands for accountability over the killing of civilians.

By Lilian 11 months ago

Property firm wins award for Sh6 billion affordable housing project

A development by GulfCap Real Estate has been recognised with the Best Affordable Housing Project of the Year Award.

By Lilian 11 months ago

Man charged with threatening to kill mother over witchcraft claims

Philip Mumo is said to have, without lawful excuse, threatened to kill his mother, Jane Katiku, on October 28 at her house in Reuben slums.

By Lilian 11 months ago

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YouTuber, preacher in court over human sacrifice claims against Jesus Winners Church

Wangui had been hosted on Gitonga's channel when she depicted the Church of Jesus Winner, led by Bishop Edward Mwai, as a cult in the making.

By Lilian 1 year ago

Bomet High Court cuts damages awarded to child injured in road accident by Sh500,000

A High Court in Bomet has reduced compensation awarded to the family of a minor injured in a road accident from Sh1.1 million to Sh600,000.

By Lilian 1 year ago

Kenya's path to global impact using innovation

Over the years, Kenyan winners and organisations making a difference locally have shown that when homegrown solutions are nurtured and recognised, they can inspire global change.

By Lilian 1 year ago

Drowning in marketing noise? Here's how to break through

The future of marketing is about building genuine connections, providing real value, and standing for something meaningful.

By Lilian 1 year ago

Woman in court for drugging then robbing man

A 40-year-old woman has found herself on the wrong side of the law for allegedly putting drugs in a man's drinks at a club before stealing.

By Lilian 1 year ago

Businessman in court over alleged plot to kill girlfriend

A businessman in Shauri Moyo, Nairobi, was arraigned in court for allegedly conspiring to kill a woman said to be his girlfriend.

By Lilian 1 year ago

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I was tortured, forced to confess to Kware killings, Khalusha tells court

Defense lawyer said the suspect requires urgent medical attention after he was subjected to inhumane mistreatment so that he could confess to issues which are alien to him

By Lilian 2 years ago

Man jailed seven years for assaulting police officer

Kakamega Law Courts has sentenced a 24-year-old man to seven years imprisonment for assaulting a police officer.

By Lilian 2 years ago

Put your egos aside and consider suffering Kenyans

Countless Kenyans have been left stranded without access to essential medical care because of the ongoing doctors' and clinical officers' strikes.

By Lilian 2 years ago

Plot to kill son-in-law lands woman in court

Saphina Amudede was accused of conspiring with a security guard to allegedly eliminate her son-in-law in a row over a rented house.

By Lilian 2 years ago

Woman in court over alleged plot to kill son-in-law

The woman was not happy when she was advised by her son-in-law to move out of their home since she was interfering with his life.

By Lilian 2 years ago

Ensure corruption does not deny needy varsity students funds

The government should prioritise adequate funding of university and tertiary education as it determines the state of employability of graduates in the country.

By Lilian 3 years ago

County government should turn Nyandarua into Kenya's food basket

The county is so rich in agriculture such that during dry spells, cows rely on readily available residues from the harvested maize, which does not affect the milk productivity.

By Lilian 3 years ago

State should make university education affordable for poor

When a clear criterion is not in place to ascertain the neediest cases, then we know that the system is prone to manipulation and abuse.

By Lilian 3 years ago

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I stole Sh212,000 to make my girlfriend happy, Nairobi man tells court

Emmanuel Njenga who hails from Embakasi said he stole the money from his grandmother's bedroom, converted some to Kenyan currency but his girlfriend stole the remaining.

By Lilian 3 years ago

Raila Odinga deserves respect from Nyanza rebel leaders

Raila's political journey is that which has been progressive and means well for the region and the entire country. The rebels accuse him of autocracy, something which is far from the truth.

By Lilian 3 years ago

Ruaraka woman in trouble after a man she assaulted with lover dies

According to investigating officer, Oyeko, a mother of four jointly with her new lover not before the court seriously assaulted the deceased before throwing him off the balcony.

By Lilian 3 years ago

Man who threatened to chop his mother into pieces freed on Sh200,000 bond

The court heard that 24-year-old Ethan Chege allegedly threatened to chop his mother Anastacia Ndunge into small pieces like vegetables before evicting her from her house in Ruai.

By Lilian 3 years ago