Tag Archives: Nakuru

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has approved 16 murder charges against suspects linked to the deadly fire at Utumishi Girls Academy that claimed the lives of 16 students. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the ODPP said it had reviewed the preliminary investigation file submitted by …

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has identified 10 petrol stations in a recent nationwide crackdown on fuel quality violations. Between October and December 2025, EPRA conducted 4,394 tests across 967 petroleum sites. While 957 sites (98.97%) complied with regulations, 10 sites (1.03%) were found non-compliant. Click here to …

The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued an alert warning of heavy rainfall expected across most parts of the country from Thursday, October 23, to Wednesday, October 30. According to Advisory No. 03/2025, released Wednesday morning, the ongoing rains in the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, and Highlands West of …

Three people have died in Lanet, Bahati, Nakuru County, after drinking illicit alcohol on Friday. James Waweru, the Medical Superintendent at Nakuru County Teaching and Referral Hospital, confirmed that two victims, aged 37 and 41, passed away while receiving treatment at the hospital. A third person was taken to the …

Nakuru County has completed the rehabilitation of the Molo bus park in Molo town, costing Sh23 million. The project aims to provide a dignified business environment for traders and enhance the efficiency and safety of public transportation. County Secretary Dr. Samuel Mwaura highlighted the park’s amenities, including commuter shades, well-demarcated …

In a bid to enhance accessibility and affordability of fertilizer for local farmers, the Nakuru County government has inaugurated additional stores strategically located across various wards. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden and logistical challenges faced by farmers in acquiring agricultural inputs. Leonard Bor, the County Executive Committee …

William Kamket, the Member of Parliament for Tiaty, and Robert Komolle, the Deputy Governor of West Pokot, were both interrogated by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nakuru on suspicion of incitement to violence. Kamket underwent a two-hour interrogation before being released, with plans for him to …

An eight-month-old infant passed away at Naivasha Hospital amidst allegations of medical negligence, prompting scrutiny of the hospital’s practices. The family reported that the child was admitted on Friday night due to breathing difficulties. According to the infant’s uncle, Sam Maina, the child initially received oxygen therapy and her condition …

Salim Mvurya, the Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, has issued a warning that fish caught from Lake Nakuru is not safe for human consumption. During discussions in Embu County on Wednesday with Governor Cecile Mbarire, CS Mvurya highlighted recent tests on fish from Lake Nakuru, revealing …

In Nakuru, a woman fatally stabs her 27-year-old lover in what appears to be a love triangle. The incident occurred on the morning of Tuesday, January 23, in the Mwariki area, involving a female tenant and her neighbor, who succumbed to the attack at the scene, as reported by the …