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'He never showed suicidal signs,' says family of presidential escort unit officer

The family of a police officer attached to the Presidential Escort Unit has broken its silence following his death in Ruiru, saying they never suspected he was battling psychological distress
By Herman Kamariki 2026-07-30 16:19:04
Two fresh graves. Two distraught families. Alleged poisonous cheap liquor. One local den and slow police investigations.
By Stephen Nzioka 2026-07-08 07:20:00
The aim of the study was to identify the welfare challenges the commercial captive predator industry in South Africa faces on a day-to-day basis.
By Mactilda Mbenywe
May. 23, 2022
Kimani Mbugua's struggle with psychosis and mental illness is one that tore him down. In its destructive path, it robbed him of his promising media career and watered down his budding stardom.
By Kirsten Kanja
May. 21, 2022
Entertainers are increasingly speaking out about their addiction to drugs and the worrying state of mental health in the industry.
By Tamara Patience
Apr. 14, 2022
Mental illnesses interfere with people’s ability to complete a physical job. The World Health Organisation estimates one in 10 people suffers from a mental disorder.
By Valentine Zablon
Apr. 8, 2022
Assigning responsibility to the victim is in avoiding to admit that something just as terrible could happen to them even when they took precautions.
By Nancy Nzau
Jan. 20, 2022
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental condition characterised by unreasonable thoughts and fears.
By Rosa Agutu
Jan. 11, 2022
When Teenagers lock themselves in it could be a sign of withdrawal during school holidays.
By Omelo Juliet
Apr. 10, 2026
Innovation to curb Mental Health challenges in Kenya
By Juliet Omelo
Mar. 31, 2026
The rising prevalence of mental health issues among adolescents signals a looming social crisis for the country.
By Yvonne Chepkwony
Mar. 24, 2025
Children who find themselves entangled in the justice system often remain sidelined, their unique vulnerabilities overlooked.
By Harrison Ngola
Jun. 12, 2024