Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has unveiled plans to scale up security operations on Lake Victoria to address persistent disputes affecting Kenyan fishermen. Speaking at the Jukwaa La Usalama forum in Kisumu, Murkomen said the lake has long been a hotspot of tension, particularly in relations with Uganda, and stressed …
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A man was shot dead in a violent cattle raid in Nyabiora village, Ntimaru, Migori County, on August 27. Police said a group of about 16 armed men, carrying guns, bows and arrows, stormed the village around 1 pm, making away with seven cows. During the attack, the gang abducted …
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The State is intensifying efforts to expand counselling and rehabilitation services as part of interventions to curb rising mental health challenges in the country. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking in Nyeri during the Jukwaa la Usalama forum, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen warned that mental health issues …
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The government has unveiled new measures to tackle rising drug use in Kenyan universities, warning that the trend poses a serious risk to students’ health and the country’s future workforce. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said security agencies had uncovered a growing practice where cannabis is infused into common snacks …
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Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has called on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to record a statement with security agencies over claims linking top leaders to meetings with al-Shabaab militants. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel While on a tour in the US, Gachagua alleged that a senior official met …
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On July 28, 2025, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen paid a courtesy visit to Governor George Natembeya before meeting with members of the public, local leaders, NGOs, and security officials at the County Commissioner’s residence in Trans Nzoia. The visit was part of the 22nd Jukwaa La Usalama grassroots engagement …
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Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced plans to construct seven new police stations in Tiaty, Baringo County, with four expected to be completed by December. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking in Kabarnet on Saturday ahead of the 21st edition of Jukwaa la Usalama, …
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National Assembly Defence Committee Chair Nelson Koech has come under sharp criticism after advocating for police to use lethal force against protesters who invade restricted areas or damage property—an approach that directly opposes President William Ruto’s recent call for restraint. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a controversial …
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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has sparked mixed reactions following his remarks advising police officers to use their firearms if attacked or confronted by criminals. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during a graduation ceremony at the Border Police Training Campus in Kanyonyo, Kitui County on Friday, Murkomen …
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While Kenyans across the country marked the first anniversary of the deadly June 25, 2024 protests, President William Ruto was in Kilifi County attending the burial of Mzee Gideon Mung’aro, father to Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The funeral drew several high-profile leaders, including …
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