Police have launched investigations into the death of a 38-year-old worker at a cabro manufacturing factory in Samburu area, Kwale County. The deceased, identified as Kitsao Charo, was fatally injured on January 28, 2026, after being hit by a machine used in the production of cabros. Reports indicate that the …
Read More »Nairobi and Turkana Take Lion’s Share of Sh4 Trillion
Nairobi, Turkana and Nakuru counties are among the largest recipients of government equitable revenue allocations, according to the latest data from the National Treasury. Treasury figures show that Nairobi County has received Sh195.6 billion from the national government between the 2013/14 financial year—when devolution was introduced—and the 2024/25 financial year. …
Read More »Man Dies After Allegedly Being Beaten by Police in Makueni
A family in Tusunini village, Makueni County, is seeking justice after their relative allegedly died from injuries sustained while in police custody. Moses Maingi, 28, reportedly suffered fatal injuries after being beaten by police following his arrest on January 8, 2026, at Nunguni police station. Click here to join our …
Read More »Police Hunt Woman Accused of Killing Her Children with Detergent
A woman is in hiding after allegedly killing her three children by poisoning them in Mlolongo, Machakos County. Athi River East Sub-county Police Commander Anderson Mbae said the tragedy occurred on Sunday night in Mlolongo Phase Three Estate, near Mlolongo Township, and was reported to police the following day. Click …
Read More »Gunfire, Chaos, and Chasing: Kitengela Club Shooting Story
Two men were injured in a shooting during a fight at a club in Kitengela, Kajiado County. Police say the suspected shooter is a senior officer who was present at the club. The cause of the altercation, which occurred around 2 a.m. on Sunday, January 25, remains unclear. Officers returned …
Read More »Police Break Silence After Garissa Attack
The Kenyan police department has confirmed an attack that resulted in the death of a chief and a teacher in the Hulugho area of Garissa County. The police department has said that it has taken action and ensured that security officers are at the scene to search for those who …
Read More »Kitui Farmers Watch Mangoes Rot Amid Market Shortage
Mango farmers in Mwingi North, Kitui County, are facing heavy losses as large quantities of ripe mangoes go to waste due to limited market access. Farmers from Itivanzou and Kamuwongo in Kyuso say they are unable to sell their harvests because the market is flooded, leaving them with nowhere to …
Read More »Man Killed by Elephant in Taita Taveta
A middle-aged man has died after being attacked by an elephant in Rakhasi, Talio, within the Sagala area of Taita Taveta County. The victim, identified as Allen Mwachoki, was discovered on Sunday evening with apparent injuries. His body has been transferred to the Moi Referral Hospital mortuary for a postmortem …
Read More »Bar Brawl Turns Deadly as Man Is Stabbed in Meru
A 21-year-old man was killed after being stabbed during a confrontation at a bar in Kabachi area, Mutuati, Meru County. Police said the victim, identified as Basilio Mungathia, got into a disagreement with a woman inside the bar on Saturday. During the altercation, the woman allegedly stabbed him, causing fatal …
Read More »Heartbreak in Makueni as Baby Drowns at Home
In Kitise, Makueni County, a nine-month-old baby drowned in a bucket of water at home. According to police, the infant was being bathed by his nine-year-old brother when the tragedy occurred. The child was found unresponsive in the bucket and was taken to the mortuary pending a postmortem. Click here …
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