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Police Reforms Working Group condemns violence in Nairobi protest
The group reiterated its public safety advisory from June 17, urging the National Police Service to enhance security and prepare for demonstrations.
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Archbishop Anyolo urges for calm amid protest tensions
Ojwang died in unclear circumstances while in police custody, prompting peaceful protests that turned violent after groups of armed individuals reportedly attacked members of the public and looted businesses.
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Counties to receive Sh415 billion as budget dispute ends
The breakthrough came during the committee’s fourth meeting, which involved discussions with representatives from both Houses.
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IAU probes DCI team over Ojwang’s transfer and custody death
IAU has previously led high-profile investigations, including the arrest and prosecution of former DCI SSU officers over the murder of two Indian nationals and their Kenyan taxi driver before the last general election.
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Ruto, Atwoli agree to limit housing levy use to housing projects
The agreement provides that levy funds will be used solely for physical and social infrastructure within affordable housing projects
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Uproar as top gov't official caught grazing cattle in protected game reserve
On June 17, 2025, members of the Chebaror, Irong, Keu, and Setek Lands Association convened in Nyawaa, Keiyo North, raising alarm over the growing human-wildlife conflict in the region.
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Ex-political detainees urge Raila allies to reject broad-based government
In a pointed statement, the former prisoners declared that a government responsible for such transgressions has no moral authority to stay in power.
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IPOA summons DIG Lagat over Ojwang’ death in custody
Lagat had earlier stepped aside, saying the move was made in “good and conscious thought” in light of his role and responsibilities.
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Two officers interdicted over shooting of mask vendor, Boniface Kariuki
Police Constables Klinzy Barasa Masinde and Duncan Kiprono have been interdicted and are being processed by the Homicide Team at the DCI Headquarters.
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Ruto appoints Adan Ali as EPRA chair, revokes George Wanga’s tenure
Ali, a former Mandera South MP and past chair of the National Assembly’s trade, industry and cooperatives committee, now assumes a leadership role at the helm of EPRA’s board.
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Magistrate orders 15-day detention for OCS Talaam
Talam was arrested on June 13 and taken to court on June 16. He will remain in custody at Lang’ata Police Station until the 15 days are over.
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Sakaja condemns violence, distances City Hall from criminals
The Governor affirmed that Kenyans have a constitutional right to assemble, demonstrate and picket, but added that this right must be exercised in a way that respects the freedom and safety of others.
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Isiolo County Speaker denies resignation claims amid storm over Guyo's impeachment
Speaker Koto described the rumors as part of a "deliberate disinformation campaign" targeting the County Assembly at a time when it is navigating a politically charged legal dispute.
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Police say laptops in viral protest video were recovered, not stolen
The protests on June 17 were sparked by outrage over the death of teacher and social media influencer Albert Ojwang’. Demonstrators demanded justice and accountability.
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KNH treats 16 protest-related injuries as police shooting victim undergoes brain surgery
Kariuki was shot on the left side of his head while selling masks during the anti-police brutality protests that erupted following the death of teacher Albert Ojwang in police custody.
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LSK: Police must be held accountable for protest violence
The society further accused some police officers of looting, particularly in shops previously broken into by suspected militias. It warned that these actions are eroding public trust in the police and undermining their constitutional role.
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Judiciary speaks out against police brutality after protest shooting
The Judiciary says that the National Police Service has a constitutional duty to investigate and prosecute all perpetrators of violence, including those behind the planning or financing of such acts
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MPs seek legal advice in row over fisheries boss contract
CS Hassan Joho told MPs he holds final authority and wants a fresh recruitment, while the committee says the legal confusion must be resolved before moving forward. CS Hassan Joho told MPs he holds final authority and wants a fresh recruitment, while the committee says the legal confusion must be resolved before moving forward.
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Father of injured hawker seeks justice as son remains in ICU
Health Director-General Dr. Patrick Amoth confirmed that Boniface had undergone surgery with a neurosurgical team
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Kilifi Speaker faces impeachment over misconduct claims
In a letter to all ODM-affiliated ward representatives in Kilifi, the party’s Executive Director Oduor Ong’wen urged restraint in the push to remove Speaker Teddy Mwambire, warning that the move risks preempting internal party mechanisms.
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Gen Z protests trigger treasury to cut Sh52bn in Government spending
National Treasury data shows spending fell from Sh751.25 billion to Sh699.30 billion, marking the first such decline since Covid.
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MPs reject defence push to channel British military probe through diplomats
MPs dismissed the Ministry of Defence’s attempt to shield the foreign military officers and insisted the matter falls under Kenya’s domestic oversight.
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Terror suspect arrested in Nairobi with 21 detonators and suspected explosives
The suspect was apprehended by officers on patrol after displaying suspicious behaviour around Kamukunji.
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Man shot by police in Nairobi CBD undergoes emergency surgery at KNH- DG Amoth
The man, believed to be a hawker, was admitted in critical condition and immediately attended to by a medical team at the hospital.
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No third budget as treasury requests nod for emergency spending
The move follows the approval of the second supplementary budget and suggests there will be no third budget tabled this financial year.
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West Pokot shuts down 500 illegal mines after spike in deaths
The ban affects large-scale mining using heavy machinery, while artisanal miners have been given three months to obtain licences.
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Counties sink deeper into debt as funds delay drags on
Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o says June disbursements will spill into the next fiscal year, pushing counties further into debt and threatening shutdowns.
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Senate and National Assembly deadlocked on county revenue allocation
The Senate and National Assembly have again failed to agree on county funding for the 2025-26 financial year, with senators insisting on Ksh425 billion and MPs offering Ksh410 billion.
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KRA set to auction unclaimed goods at JKIA
This situation unfolds amid challenging economic conditions, where companies are striving to survive the financial strain, and individuals face decreasing disposable incomes.
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Gov't targets gun violence hotspots in Kuria as insecurity escalates
According to Migori County Commissioner Kisilu Mutua, the first step involves a thorough mapping of regions most affected particularly within the Kuria area before any disarmament appeals are made.