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Shot Nairobi Hawker Boniface Kariuki Dies After Nearly Two Weeks in ICU Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, the hawker who was shot during the anti-government protests on June 17, has sadly passed away. Kariuki had been fighting for his life in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Kenyatta National Hospital since the day of the shooting. He died on Monday, June 30, at around 3:15 p.m., nearly two weeks after sustaining a gunshot wound to the head. His death has brought pain and renewed calls for justice, especially from his family, who have been struggling not only emotionally but also financially. While…

Motorists Demand Action Against Corrupt Traffic Officers After Deadly Crash If you frequently travel on Kenyan roads, you’ve probably noticed how traffic police set up checkpoints at various locations. Often, they stop matatus for just a few seconds—long enough for conductors to hand over some money, usually between Ksh50 and Ksh200. This has become a normal part of road travel and is often done to avoid lengthy confrontations between police officers and public transport vehicles. However, what was once seen as minor bribery is now growing into something far more serious. The Motorists Association of Kenya has raised the alarm,…

Suna West MP Peter Masara in Mourning After Sudden Loss of Son Suna West Member of Parliament, Hon. Peter Masara, is grieving following the untimely death of his son. The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), the political party to which Masara belongs, confirmed the heartbreaking news on Monday, June 30, through an official message of condolence. “We send our heartfelt condolences to Hon. Peter Masara, the MP for Suna West, following the loss of his beloved son, Hillary,” read the statement shared by the ODM party. The message continued, “We pray that God grants Mheshimiwa and his family the strength, comfort,…

There was a moment of chaos at the Ulinzi Sports Complex on Sunday, June 29, after police fired tear gas canisters into the stands to control a group of rowdy football fans. The incident happened shortly after Nairobi United made history by beating Gor Mahia 2-1 in a dramatic Mozzart Bet Cup final. The victory marked a huge milestone for Nairobi United, who are new to top-tier football, having only recently been promoted from the National Super League. According to videos shared with Newshub.co.ke, panic broke out when tear gas was thrown into the crowd. Fans were seen fleeing in…

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers will start paying for their own meals beginning July 1, after the government made the decision to scrap the free lunch subsidy funded by the exchequer. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has now rolled out a new system known as Pay-As-You-Eat (PAYE), which will replace the long-standing subsidised lunch arrangement. This change has raised concern, especially among junior officers, many of whom have depended heavily on the subsidised meals, particularly during these tough economic times. According to the Ministry, this new policy is part of efforts to improve how government resources are used and to…

Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia faced a hostile crowd in Embu County on Sunday after he announced plans to introduce a motion in Parliament seeking the removal of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. The MP, who was speaking at a bishop’s retirement ceremony, declared that he, together with Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji, would sponsor the impeachment motion in response to Murkomen’s controversial orders to police officers. The orders, according to Kaguchia, included shooting unarmed youth during recent protests. “You all heard the government say that if young people show up, they will be shot. That’s how 17 young Kenyans lost their…

DCI Arrests Suspects Behind Ksh29M Fertiliser Looting During June 25 Protests Police officers have arrested eight individuals suspected of looting a government cereal store and making away with fertiliser worth more than Ksh29 million. The theft reportedly took place during the nationwide protests held on June 25. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the arrests were made after a well-coordinated intelligence operation carried out in Luluma Village, Makiri area, and Maua Township. The operation was led by officers from Igembe South Sub-County, and it resulted in the capture of the suspects along with the recovery of 63 bags…

During his first official visit to Europe, President William Ruto marked a significant achievement by announcing that the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will set up its African headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. According to a statement released by State House on Monday, June 30, the President praised the EBRD’s move, saying it will boost support for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya. He also noted that the decision will encourage stronger partnerships between the public and private sectors, ultimately driving sustainable economic growth in the country. President Ruto held a meeting with EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso…

The High Court has issued a firm directive to the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, and the Director of Criminal Investigations, Amin Mohammed, to present missing activist and blogger Ndiangui Kinyagia before the court. High Court Judge Chacha Mwita made the ruling on June 30, giving the top police officers until tomorrow to either produce Kinyagia or appear in court themselves to explain why the activist cannot be presented. The court further directed that if Kinyagia is still being held, the IG must give a detailed explanation as to why he has not been taken to court, even after…

CBK Shuts Down Bank Al-Habib’s Operations in Kenya The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has officially announced that it has revoked the license granted to Bank Al-Habib Ltd (BAHL) of Pakistan, effectively closing down its operations in Kenya. According to a statement released by the regulator on Monday, the decision was reached after Bank Al-Habib itself chose to restructure its international presence, which included withdrawing from the Kenyan market. The move is part of the bank’s broader strategy to streamline its foreign operations. “The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) announces the cancellation of the authority granted to Bank Al-Habib Ltd…