Pastor gets 30-year jail term after DNA links him to cousin’s child
Chief Magistrate James Mwaniki sentenced the pastor after finding that the prosecution had proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.
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Three sentenced to life imprisonment over robbery with violence, gang rape
Samuel Kabutu Kiunuhe, Michael Ndungu Kiritu and Daniel Muraguri Wangari were convicted over an incident that occurred on April 11, 2023, in the Kiamwathi area of Nyeri County.
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Berlin Marathon winner Assefa finished race with torn Achilles
Demadonna said Assefa would miss around seven months but may be able to return for the London Marathon in April 2027.
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61 suspected gang members arrested in Kitale crackdown
The suspects are said to belong to two rival gangs, one in each estate, whose violent fallout has left residents living in fear and dictated when they can open or close their businesses.
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SRC review sought over athletes’ allowances
The government has since moved to address the outstanding issues while also considering a broader review of allowances for national teams.
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Athletes, community groups unify at Nyali Beach for environmental clean-up
Looking ahead, the Nyi Onagi Women Self-Help Group urged stakeholders to launch further joint initiatives involving youth, sports organisations, and community leaders.
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Court orders status quo on Manda Magogoni and as residents challenge takeover
The plaintiffs have further raised constitutional and environmental issues, citing alleged violations of the right to property, fair administrative action and access to information. They also contend that environmental requirements…
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'My record as MP proves I can run Nairobi,' Babu Owino defends bid to unseat Governor Sakaja
Embakasi East lawmaker Babu Owino has sought to justify his bid for the Nairobi governorship by pointing to his record in Parliament, arguing that his performance in managing the constituency demonstrates that he can effectively run the…
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DPP accuses Karugu brothers of threatening complainant, skipping court mention
Jane Wangechi Kabiu alias Jane Kabiu Gitau, Eric Mwaura Karugu and Benjamin Githara Karugu, the company secretary and two sons of former Attorney-General James Boro Karugu, are facing criminal charges over the alleged fraudulent transfer…
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Ex-boss Mancini says City charges 'not my concern'
Mancini managed City between 2009-2013, and guided them to a first English top-flight title in 44 years, as well as an FA Cup victory.
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Suspect arrested over brutal murder of 65-year-old grandmother in Meru
Solomon Kathurima Kairemia was arrested on September 21, 2026, following weeks of forensic analysis and intelligence-led investigations by detectives from the County Criminal Investigations Office and DCI Imenti North.
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If you see a Leopard, keep walking: lessons from Wangari Maathai, 15 years on
In the history books, she is painted as a champion of the earth, a lover of the greenscape and a woman with a heart for the people. Yet I left the theatre understanding how faint my knowledge of her was, because she was so much more than a…
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Wangaya stars as Emerging Stars thrash Tanzania in AFCON qualifier
Tanzania were given a lifeline in the 54th minute when they converted a penalty to cut the deficit to 3-1.
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PPB sounds alarm over fake Lucentis eye injection in Kenyan market
In a notice dated September 24, 2026, and signed by Chief Executive Officer Dr Ahmed I. Mohamed, the Board said the falsified injection carries batch numbers 18862110 and 18802112 and misleadingly claims to have been manufactured by…
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Sonko tells court budget refusal was at the heart of his fight with state
Sonko said he declined to approve the budget after consulting the county attorney and his lawyers, who, he said, advised him that there was no clear legal framework allowing the county to fund certain functions transferred to it by the…
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Wafalme's Tarus blames individualism for Tunisia failure
Tarus, a Chief Inspector in the GSU, also called for more international friendly matches to improve the national team’s preparations for such championships.
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OPINION: A one health approach placing communities at the centre of healthcare
Human health is therefore inseparable from the health of animals and the ecosystems we share.
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Blinded by power! Jubilee hits back at Ruto after attacking Uhuru
The Jubilee party has fired back at President William Ruto over remarks he made against his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta.
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KNBL: Thunder one win away from title defence
KPA continued their fight after the break, edging the third quarter 17-12 to take a 52-51 lead into the final period.
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AK Central Rift boss Mutai disputes suspension, says ‘I’m here to stay’
Speaking to the media in Eldoret, Mutai said the leadership dispute should not distract the region from its athletics programmes and preparations for upcoming major events.
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Police officer sustains severe injuries after suspect attacked him during arrest
A dramatic police raid in Busia County turned violent after a wanted suspect attacked police officers, severely wounding a constable and slicing a police rifle before being subdued.
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I expected it: Karen Nyamu responds after being heckled at KICC
Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu has defended criticism directed at her during media personality Natalie Githinji’s endometriosis awareness event at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi.
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Rwanda Open: Snow, Nsanzuwera lead East African charge
Kenya’s Jastas Madoya and Uganda’s Gaita Tadeo Rodell finished tied for 63rd on two-under-par 286.
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Murang'a Governor Kang'ata wants to build a city larger and better planned than Nairobi
Murang'a County Governor Irungu Kang'ata has revealed his ambitious development plan to create a city bigger and better planned than Kenya's capital, Nairobi.
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