Author: Judith Mwaura

The aftermath of a violent confrontation between enraged herders and police in the Duka Moja area along the Narok-Kisii highway has left the community reeling. The incident, which occurred on Friday, January 18, resulted in three fatalities and multiple injuries, with victims coming forward to share their harrowing experiences. Florence Kemunto, one of the victims, recounted the chilling events that unfolded that day. Kemunto, who was returning from her farm, found herself caught in the chaos and was struck by stray bullets, leaving her with severe injuries to her thigh. “I had just left my farm when I encountered a…

Ruto Called to Resolve Ksh10.5 Billion Road Funds Dispute President William Ruto has been urged to step in and mediate a long-standing dispute between governors and Members of Parliament (MPs) regarding the management of the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF). The conflict, which has persisted for two years, has significantly hampered road construction projects across counties, leaving many incomplete due to financial constraints. Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki emphasized that the President’s intervention is critical in resolving this issue, which he described as a significant threat to devolution. Speaking during a funeral service, Governor Njuki expressed concern over the standoff,…

Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, is home to an estimated population of 5.3 million, as reported by the World Population Review. This independent organization also highlighted that the city’s population grew by over 205,000 people in the past year. By 2035, Nairobi’s population is projected to almost double, reaching 8.4 million, which will significantly increase the demand for housing. A report by Habitat for Humanity revealed that Kenya faces a housing deficit, with an annual demand of 250,000 housing units but an estimated supply of only 50,000 units. This shortfall has resulted in a housing deficit of 2 million units. While…

Why IG Kanja and DCI Amin Missed Court in Abduction Case Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Director Amin Mohamed failed to attend a court hearing as required, claiming they were not properly served with court summons. Justice Chacha Mwita had ordered both officials to appear in court on Friday, January 17, 2025, to address the disappearance of three men in Mlolongo, Machakos County, in December 2024. Despite the directive, neither appeared in court. During the proceedings, their lawyer, Paul Nyamodi, informed Justice Mwita that the summons issued on January 8 had not been…

In the lead-up to the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson election scheduled for February 2025, political tensions in Kenya have intensified. Raila Odinga, a prominent candidate for the AUC Chairperson position, has accused President William Ruto’s administration of attempting to destabilize strongholds of his Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. Odinga cited recent confrontations in Kisii and Migori counties as evidence of this alleged strategy, expressing concerns over the misuse of state machinery to undermine his political base. Despite these domestic challenges, Odinga remains focused on his continental ambitions. During a debate in Addis Ababa, he, along with other AUC Chairperson…

A police officer is undergoing treatment after losing his hand during a violent protest in Narok County on Friday, January 17. The incident occurred when the officer, alongside his colleagues, was attacked by enraged residents of Duka Moja along the Narok-Kisii road. The confrontation disrupted transport on the busy route for several hours. The residents had taken to the streets to express their anger following an incident the previous night. A Toyota Prado traveling to Kisii struck and killed over 40 sheep, leaving the community devastated. Furious over the loss of their livestock, the residents blamed the police for allegedly…

President William Ruto has appointed former Gender and Affirmative Action Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa and former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga to new government positions. The appointments were announced in a gazette notice dated Friday, January 17, 2025. Aisha Jumwa has been named the non-executive Chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB) for a three-year term, starting immediately. This appointment also led to the revocation of Ahmed Kolosh Mohamed’s previous role in the same position. The gazette notice signed by President Ruto stated:“In exercise of the powers conferred by section 7 (1) (a) of the Kenya Roads Board Act, as read…

In a recent incident on the Narok-Suswa road, a police officer lost his firearm during confrontations with protesters. The officer, identified as Mr. Fredrick Shiundu Kinaibei, the Sub-County Police Commander for Narok Central, was reportedly abducted by armed individuals outside his residence. According to his statement, while he was opening the gate to his home, two armed men confronted him and forced him into a Toyota Wish vehicle. He was later found abandoned near a river, unharmed but without his service pistol, a Jericho loaded with 14 rounds of 9mm ammunition. Following the incident, Mr. Kinaibei was arrested after investigations…

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and DCI Director Amin Mohammed have once again failed to physically appear in court regarding the ongoing case of three missing youth from Mlolongo. The two senior police officers were summoned in connection with the alleged abduction of Justus Mutumwa, Martin Mwau, and Karani Muema, who were reported missing on December 16, 2024. On Friday, instead of attending the court session in person, Kanja and Amin, through their lawyer Paul Nyamodi, submitted an application seeking to have the court orders requiring their physical appearance set aside. Nyamodi argued that the orders issued on January…

Nyandarua Senator John Methu has called on President William Ruto to resign immediately due to the increasing cases of abductions in Kenya, which have raised serious concerns about the government’s handling of security. His bold demand adds weight to similar calls made by opposition leaders, further increasing pressure on the President. In a strongly worded statement reported by Kenyans.co.ke, Methu, who is closely allied with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, became the first prominent figure from Ruto’s camp to publicly break ranks and demand his resignation. “President Ruto has lost the moral authority and integrity required to lead this nation.…