A fire at St. Joseph Seminary Boys’ School in Nakuru County damaged two dormitories but thankfully caused no injuries or fatalities. On May 31, 2026, the Kenya Red Cross shared on X that a multi-agency team quickly responded to the fire, containing it before it spread to other buildings. Their
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CCTV Footage Reveals Chilling Details of Utumishi Academy Fire
New CCTV footage has surfaced, shedding light on the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, which claimed 16 lives and injured many. This footage is crucial in the investigation of one of Kenya's most devastating school incidents.At around 12:10 a.m., five students entered the dormitory while
Rachel Wandeto Dies After Mwiki Petrol Attack in Nairobi
Gospel artist Rachel Wandeto, who suffered severe burns from an attack, has tragically passed away in the hospital. She sustained 70% burns and fought for her life at Kenyatta National Hospital but succumbed to her injuries on Monday morning.The attack, where unknown assailants poured petrol on her and set her
Police Probe Multiple Fatal Incidents Across Six Counties
Authorities are investigating a series of violent deaths and fatal incidents across several counties, including Kiambu, Migori, Kirinyaga, Kilifi, Meru, and Siaya.In Juja, Kiambu County, police arrested a couple on Wednesday after they reported the death of their three-year-old son. Officers stated that the boy was taken to a local
Kanini Kega’s Mother is Dead, Gachagua Sends Condolences
Fatal Crash Involving Presidential Press Vehicle at Ainabkoi Junction
A tragic accident involving a presidential press vehicle at Ainabkoi Junction along the Eldoret–Nakuru highway resulted ign one fatality and four serious injuries. This incident unfolded around 7 PM on Sunday.A Prado, en route to Nakuru, collided head-on with a Voxy traveling towards Eldoret. Uasin Gishu Police Commander Benjamin Mwanthi
Family of Missing Tuju Driver Steve Mwanga to Record Statement as Probe Intensifies
On Monday, the family of Steve Mwanga, the missing driver for former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju, plans to provide their statement to the police regarding his disappearance.A spokesperson confirmed their intention to formally record the statement at the Karen police station, facilitating the police's investigation into the matter."Currently, discussions center
Spate of Fatal Incidents Reported Across Different Counties.
A tragic incident unfolded in Kadzandani, Mombasa County, where a rider lost his life after being electrocuted at a car wash yard. Local authorities and witnesses identified the victim as 37-year-old Daniel Mungai Kinuthia. On Sunday, Kinuthia visited his regular washing spot in the Mwembeni area, only to find the
Kitengela Club Shooting Victim Dies as IPOA Probes Police Involvement
In a tragic development, one of the two victims from the Kitengela shooting incident at a local club has succumbed to his injuries in the hospital. Kevin Maseri passed away on Thursday morning after his condition worsened, prompting a transfer from Kajiado Referral Hospital to Metropolitan Hospital, according to police
Lawyer Chacha Mwita Detained for 14 Days
The Kahawa Law Courts have granted detectives a 14-day custodial order to detain Andrew Chacha Mwita, a prominent Mombasa-based lawyer. Mwita was arrested in Mombasa town on November 14, 2025, on allegations of soliciting and supporting terrorist groups. Following his arrest, he was transferred to the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU)