Kiganjo Police College in Nyeri County dismissed 54 police recruits due to various violations discovered during their training. The infractions included submitting falsified academic certificates, pregnancy-related issues, prior criminal records, and breaches of discipline. Commandant Munga Nyale confirmed the dismissals, emphasizing that this action reflects a rigorous commitment to uphold
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Maanzo Accuses Police of Manhandling Raphael Tuju During Arrest
Senator Dan Maanzo has leveled serious accusations against police officers, alleging that they handled former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju with excessive force during his arrest on March 23, 2026. These allegations emerge amidst a series of events involving Tuju's sudden disappearance, his reemergence, and subsequent detention on charges of providing
Murkomen Unveils Security Plan for Sh200B Rironi–Mau Summit Road
The government has unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at bolstering security and safeguarding vital infrastructure during the construction of the Sh200 billion Rironi–Mau Summit Road, which is slated for completion by June next year.This initiative includes the deployment of additional security personnel along critical segments of the highway to facilitate
Murkomen Slams Gachagua Over Tribalism and Alcohol Policy
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has launched a strong critique of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, alleging tribal bias, policy ineptitude, and the exploitation of drug and alcohol abuse initiatives for personal benefit.In a candid interview on January 12, 2026, Murkomen addressed Gachagua’s track record directly. He remarked, “It is
Kuria Warns Against Political Intolerance Ahead of 2027 Elections
Makau Mutua: Shut Abusive Foreign-Run Businesses
According to Senior Presidential Advisor Makau Mutua, shutting down exploitative foreign-run businesses in Kenya is the only way to stop racism.These remarks from Mutua are in response to a recent incident in Eldoret, where a Chinese citizen was filmed attacking a Kenyan employee at a factory.In a post on X
Amendment Bill Good for the Nation, Ruto Confirms
The amendment Bills assented to last week are measures meant to protect the nation from illegal actions that undermine the wellbeing of the people and the security of the country, President William Ruto has said.The President warned Kenyans to be cautious of those who want to use misinformation and disinformation
National Authorities condemn the Angata Barikoi, Narok County’s Violent Protests
The violent protests in Angata Barikoi, Narok County, which resulted in five deaths, have drawn strong condemnation from national authorities, with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen vowing to hold those responsible to account. The protests erupted over allegations of illegal land allocation to private developers, leading to clashes between police and
Kenya sends 3rd contingent of Police Officers to Haiti
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the deployment of the third contingent of Kenyan police officers to the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) in Haiti. The group, consisting of 217 officers, will join the first batch of 400 officers already stationed in the Caribbean nation to aid in restoring peace
Government moves to regulate AI usage in Kenya
The Kenyan government is taking steps to regulate the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in order to balance the technology's vast potential with the need to mitigate risks associated with its malicious use. This initiative is part of the draft Kenya National AI Strategy for 2025-2030, which aims to harness