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The High Court has dealt the government a major legal blow by declaring Kenya's shisha ban unconstitutional, effectively ending nearly a decade of enforcement under the 2017 regulations.

The ruling prevents authorities from arresting traders or shutting down businesses using the invalidated rules, handing shisha traders and users a significant court victory.

The judgment also faults the government for failing to correct legal defects identified years earlier, rendering the ban legally unenforceable.

High Court Shisha Ban Ruling Declares 2017 Regulations Unconstitutional ¶

Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled that the Public Health (Control of Shisha Smoking) Rules, 2017 are no longer legally enforceable.

The court found that the government failed to amend the regulations within the timeline previously set by the High Court.

As a result, the judge held that the regulations automatically lost legal effect, meaning authorities can no longer rely on them to enforce the ban.

The ruling immediately bars government agencies from arresting traders or closing businesses based on the invalidated regulations.

Government Faulted for Ignoring Earlier Court Orders ¶

The case was filed by the Novel Tobacco Products Association, which argued that the government continued enforcing the ban despite an earlier court decision questioning its legality.

The court agreed, noting that Justice Roselyne Aburili had given the Ministry of Health nine months in 2018 to correct legal flaws in the regulations.

However, the government failed to implement the required amendments before the deadline expired.

Justice Mwamuye ruled that this failure rendered the regulations legally ineffective.

Court Also Nullifies 2025 Government Crackdown Notices ¶

The High Court further declared unlawful two government notices issued in 2025 that insisted the shisha ban remained in force and directed enforcement operations against traders.

The judgment stops the Ministry of Health and other state agencies from enforcing those notices against members of the association.

Justice Mwamuye also ruled that tobacco products cannot be banned through regulations that fail to comply with the Statutory Instruments Act, 2013.

He added that treating shisha differently from other tobacco products under the current legal framework violates the constitutional right to equality before the law.

The decision marks a major legal victory for shisha traders and users while placing pressure on the government to pursue any future restrictions through constitutionally compliant legislation.

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has widened its crackdown on alleged hate speech and incitement by opening investigations into former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku and several other senior political leaders.

The move comes as political temperatures continue to rise ahead of the 2027 General Election, with the commission warning that inflammatory ethnic rhetoric will not be tolerated regardless of a leader's political affiliation.

NCIC Opens Probe Into Gachagua and Senior Leaders as Political Temperatures Rise ¶

In a joint statement issued with the Interreligious Council of Kenya on Tuesday, the commission confirmed that multiple politicians are under investigation over alleged hate speech and incitement.

Those named include former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Health CS Aden Duale, Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku, Busia Governor Paul Otuoma, Mandera Deputy Governor Ali Maalim Mohamud, Sirisia MP John Waluke, Wanjiku Muhia and MP David Gikaria.

NCIC Chairperson Reverend Dr. Kepha Nyamweya said all investigations are being conducted within the law and emphasized that every individual under investigation remains innocent until proven guilty.

He added that the commission would follow due process as it examines the allegations against the leaders.

Duale's Remarks Trigger Fresh Political Storm ¶

Health CS Aden Duale has emerged at the center of the latest controversy following remarks made during a community empowerment event in Lafey Constituency, Mandera County.

The comments, captured in a viral video, have drawn sharp criticism from political leaders and civil society groups, with critics accusing the CS of making statements that could fuel ethnic division.

During the address, Duale praised President William Ruto's administration for what he described as restoring the dignity of the Somali community before making remarks that are now under investigation by NCIC.

He has maintained that his comments have been taken out of context.

Probe Comes as Kenya Enters High-Stakes Political Season ¶

The investigations come at a time when political activity is intensifying ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The commission has repeatedly warned leaders against using inflammatory language capable of inciting communities or undermining national cohesion during political campaigns.

By widening the investigations to include both government and opposition figures, NCIC is seeking to demonstrate that the law applies equally to all political leaders regardless of office or affiliation.

The outcome of the investigations could shape political discourse in the months ahead as scrutiny over public statements by senior leaders continues to intensify.

The United States has deported former Kenyan NFL player Daniel Adongo after immigration authorities accused him of overstaying his visa and cited his criminal record.

The deportation marks the end of a years-long immigration case that followed several arrests and a criminal conviction in Indiana.

US officials said Adongo remained in the country illegally after his visa expired in 2016, insisting that immigration laws apply equally to everyone, including former professional athletes.

US Deports Former Kenyan NFL Star Daniel Adongo Following Immigration Court Order ¶

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed that Daniel Adongo, 37, was deported to Kenya on June 20, 2026, after an immigration judge ordered his removal in March.

According to ICE, Adongo overstayed his visa after his professional football career with the Indianapolis Colts ended in 2015. His visa expired in 2016, but he remained in the United States without lawful immigration status.

Authorities said the deportation followed a Department of Justice immigration court ruling issued on March 23, 2026.

Criminal Conviction and Multiple Arrests Strengthened Deportation Case ¶

US authorities said Adongo's deportation was not based solely on his visa overstay.

According to ICE, he had several encounters with law enforcement in Indiana over the years, including arrests on allegations of felony intimidation, battery and disorderly conduct.

The agency also said Adongo was convicted of criminal mischief involving property damage in 2020 and received a sentence of 364 days in jail.

Officials added that his latest criminal charges placed him under the provisions of the Laken Riley Act, a federal law signed in January 2025 that expanded mandatory detention requirements for certain non-citizens accused of specified offences.

US Says Immigration Laws Apply to Everyone Equally ¶

Following the immigration judge's ruling, ICE removed Adongo from the United States on June 20.

US authorities described him as a public safety concern and stressed that professional status does not exempt anyone from immigration enforcement.

Douglas Thompson, Assistant Field Office Director at ICE Chicago, said immigration laws are enforced equally against all individuals, including former professional athletes.

Timeline of Daniel Adongo's Immigration Case ¶

Event Date NFL career ends 2015 Visa expires 2016 Convicted of criminal mischief 2020 Immigration judge orders removal March 23, 2026 Deported to Kenya June 20, 2026

The deportation highlights the Trump administration's continued enforcement of immigration laws against individuals who overstay visas or face criminal convictions, regardless of their public profile or professional achievements.

More than four out of every five Kenyans say they are already registered to vote, signaling strong public readiness ahead of the 2027 General Election. However, beneath the encouraging headline lies a troubling reality.

Thousands of young Kenyans remain outside the voter register, largely because they lack national identity cards. A new Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) survey shows a sharp generational divide that could reshape the country's political landscape if left unaddressed.

The findings pile fresh pressure on electoral agencies to remove barriers that continue locking first-time voters out of Kenya's democratic process.

83% of Kenyans Say They Are Registered Voters but Youth Registration Remains a Major Concern ¶

A new TIFA survey has found that 83% of Kenyans say they are registered voters, pointing to a high level of electoral preparedness ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The nationwide survey involved face-to-face interviews with 2,048 randomly selected adults across all 47 counties between June 13 and June 22, 2026. While the findings suggest widespread voter registration, they also expose deep regional and age-based disparities that could influence the next election.

TIFA cautioned that self-reported voter registration should not automatically be interpreted as voter turnout, noting that many registered voters do not always cast ballots on election day.

The biggest concern emerging from the survey is the low registration rate among young people.

Regional Voter Registration Levels Show Wide Gaps ¶

The survey revealed notable differences in voter registration across the country.

Nyanza recorded the highest self-reported voter registration at 89 percent, followed by Lower Eastern and Mt Kenya, both at 86 percent. Central Rift followed closely at 85 percent, while Northern Kenya posted 84 percent.

Nairobi matched the national average at 83 per cent, while the Coast recorded 82 per cent.

Western Kenya registered a considerably lower rate of 74 per cent, while South Rift ranked last at only 66 per cent.

Region Registered Voters (%) Nyanza 89 Lower Eastern 86 Mt Kenya 86 Central Rift 85 Northern Kenya 84 Nairobi 83 Coast 82 Western 74 South Rift

Regional Registration Levels ¶

Nyanza ██████████████████ 89% Lower Eastern █████████████████ 86% Mt Kenya █████████████████ 86% Central Rift ████████████████ 85% Northern Kenya ████████████████ 84% Nairobi ███████████████ 83% Coast ███████████████ 82% Western ██████████ 74% South Rift ███████ 66%

The findings suggest that while most regions have achieved relatively high voter registration, significant pockets of the country still lag behind.

Young Kenyans Face the Biggest Barriers to Registration ¶

The survey exposed an even sharper divide when respondents were grouped by age.

Among Kenyans aged 35 years and above, an overwhelming 96 per cent reported being registered voters.

That figure dropped dramatically to 72 per cent among respondents below the age of 35.

Young adults aged between 18 and 24 years emerged as the least registered group, highlighting the continuing struggle to bring first-time voters into the electoral process.

Age Group Registered Voters (%) 35 years and above 96 Below 35 years

Age Gap in Registration ¶

35+ Years ████████████████████ 96% Below 35 Years ███████████████ 72%

The survey also examined why some Kenyans remain outside the voter register.

Among the 17 per cent who said they were not registered, the biggest obstacle was the lack of a national identity card or other required documents.

Overall, 37 per cent cited missing identification documents as the main reason.

The problem proved even more severe among young adults, with half of respondents aged between 18 and 24 years saying they lacked the necessary identification to register.

Only 11 per cent of respondents aged 45 years and above cited missing documents as a barrier.

Besides identification challenges, 22 per cent of unregistered respondents blamed lack of time, while another 22 per cent said they had little interest in politics or voting.

Others pointed to poor awareness of voter registration drives, administrative bottlenecks and long distances to registration centres.

The findings place renewed pressure on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the National Registration Bureau to simplify access to national identity cards before the 2027 elections.

The survey also found little difference between supporters and opponents of the Broad-Based Government in terms of voter registration.

According to TIFA, 84 percent of supporters of the political arrangement reported being registered compared to 86 percent of those opposed.

Although public opinion remains divided over the political cooperation between President William Ruto and Raila Odinga, those differences have not significantly affected voter registration patterns.

With a margin of error of plus or minus 2.18 percentage points, the survey offers one of the clearest snapshots yet of Kenya's electoral preparedness. Its central message is equally clear: while 83% of Kenyans say they are registered voters, closing the youth registration gap may become one of the defining challenges before the country heads to the ballot in 2027.

A peaceful protest has been scheduled at Talanta Plaza in Upper Hill, Nairobi, where a young businessman is demanding the repayment of a Ksh 2 million debt that has remained unpaid for close to two years, with the demonstration now awaiting approval from the Nairobi Regional Police Office.

The money was allegedly loaned to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Sports, Arts and Social Development Fund, Nuh Ibrahim, who took office in August 2023 as the first substantive head of the institution, but has since failed to honour the financial obligation despite repeated promises to settle the debt.

Yusuf Muhsin, the complainant, has formally notified the Nairobi Metropolitan Regional Police Commander, Issa Mohamud, of his intention to hold a peaceful demonstration on the date specified in his notice, pursuant to Article 37 of the Constitution of Kenya, which guarantees every citizen the right to peaceably and unarmed, assemble, demonstrate, picket, and to present petitions to public authorities.

In his letter addressed to the Regional Police Commander, Muhsin states: "I am Writing to formally notify your Office Of an upcoming peaceful protest, pursuant to Article 37 of the Constitution Of Kenya, which guarantees every citizen the right to peaceably and unarmed, assemble, demonstrate, picket, and to present petitions to public authorities."

The details pertaining to the scheduled procession and public gathering are outlined in the notice as follows: the protest will take place from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Talanta Plaza, Upper Hill, with the purpose being a "Peaceful Public Petition and Demonstration" and an estimated 150 to 200 participants expected to attend.

"We categorically assure your Office that this assembly Will be strictly peaceful, orderly, and Within the confines of the law. We have put in place an internal team of marshals who will collaborate closely With law enforcement officers to guarantee that participants adhere to public order, maintain proper decorum, and avoid any disruption to public peace or the free flow of traffic along Upper Hill avenues," reads part of Muhsin's letter.

The primary objective of the notification, according to the letter, is to request the police to "provide the necessary security presence and traffic management support" that "will safeguard the safety of both the general public and the demonstrators during the course Of the event."

Muhsin alleges that Ibrahim approached him for financial assistance when he was facing auction, and the young businessman extended the Ksh 2 million loan to the CEO, who has since failed to repay the money despite repeated promises, with each indication that the payment would be made the following month only to be followed by further delays, a pattern that has now continued for nearly two years.

"Hello Cyprian. Kindly help highlight this. Mandamano loading at the office of CS Salim Mvurya, Talanta Plaza. Muhindi, lipa deni. A man called Nuh Ibrahim, the CEO of the Sports Fund, borrowed Ksh 2 million from a young man called Muhsin when he was facing auction. He has never refunded the money. Every time, the CEO promises, "I will pay this month," then later says he will pay the following month. It is now close to two years."

The letter has been served to the Nairobi Regional Police Office and is currently pending approval, with the organizers now awaiting a response from the authorities, while the protest is set to take place at Talanta Plaza, which also houses the office of Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, adding a political dimension to the demonstration.

"Thank you in advance for your cooperation and dedication to upholding our constitutional rights while maintaining law and order," Muhsin concludes in his letter to the police, as the organizers have expressed confidence that the protest will proceed peacefully and have urged the police to facilitate the exercise by providing the required security and traffic management support as guaranteed by the Constitution.

This news outlet will be following the matter closely and will provide comprehensive coverage of the protest and its aftermath.

A tragedy is unfolding at Shalom Schools Naromoru in Gitinga Village, Nyeri County, where a young boy reportedly died following an incident involving a school bus, and now parents are raising serious questions about the circumstances surrounding his death, with many demanding clarity on what exactly happened and why.

The incident is said to have occurred when the boy was struck by a school bus while alighting from the vehicle, but the details remain contested, with parents pointing to multiple troubling aspects that they say demand investigation, including the manner of driving inside the school compound, the absence of a teacher to guide children during disembarkation, and allegations that the driver was wearing earphones at the time of the incident.

According to sources close to the family, the boy suffered fatal injuries including a ruptured liver and a 7cm bone protruding from his head, with a pathology report confirming that he died instantly from the impact.

Questions are now being asked about the sequence of events, with some sources alleging that the boy was struck from the front while others claim the school has argued that the child hid behind the bus, a discrepancy that has left parents confused and demanding a clear account of what transpired.

Parents are also questioning why sand and gravel were poured over the spot where the boy's blood was spilled, with many viewing the move as an attempt to erase evidence of the incident rather than preserve the scene for investigations.

The family has further expressed distress over the conduct of the head teacher, who they describe as arrogant and dismissive, with claims that the school misrepresented the circumstances of the boy's death by suggesting he died at the hospital, a statement contradicted by the pathology report confirming instantaneous death.

Police are also facing scrutiny after the parents were reportedly denied an opportunity to record statements, with claims that the school had already submitted a report that the family believes was doctored to shift blame away from the institution.

The driver of the bus has been described by sources as reckless and known to drive with earphones on, raising further questions about whether the school exercised due diligence in vetting and supervising its transport staff.

Parents are now asking whether the driver has truly been dismissed, with unverified reports suggesting that he may have simply been reassigned to another route rather than held accountable for the boy's death.

The Ministry of Education and the local Teachers Service Commission (TSC) sub-county office have reportedly not launched any investigation or follow-up on the matter, a failure that has left parents feeling abandoned and questioning the commitment of authorities to protect children in schools.

Parents of other children at Shalom Schools Naromoru are now living in fear, worried about the safety of their own children and whether similar negligence could lead to another tragedy, with many urging the school to take responsibility and provide clear answers.

The family of the deceased boy has not received any meaningful support or compensation from the school, which they describe as adopting an "I don't care" attitude and distancing itself from the incident, leaving them to grieve alone while seeking justice.

The question on everyone's mind is simple.

How could a child die in such a manner within a school compound, and why has there been no accountability or investigation from the authorities who are supposed to protect children in learning institutions?

As parents continue to raise their voices and demand answers, the spotlight is now on Shalom Schools Naromoru, the police, and the Ministry of Education, with growing calls for an independent investigation into the boy's death and a thorough review of safety protocols at the school.

For the sake of other children and justice for the grieving family, parents are urging authorities to step in, investigate the incident, and ensure that those responsible are held accountable, while the school remains under mounting pressure to explain the circumstances surrounding a tragedy that has left a community in shock and a family mourning an unimaginable loss.

"Hello Cyprian. There's a story unfolding regarding Shalom Schools Naromoru of a lady who lost her baby boy due to negligence. The following facts remain valid.

1. The school poured sand and kokoto on where the blood of the boy spilt. 2. The head teacher was very arrogant to the parent after losing her son, they lied on the boys death on impact implying that he dide on the hospital which was a lie. 4. The police denied the parents an opportunity to record statements arguing that the school had already but the report was doctored. 3. The pathology report shows that the boy died instantly. 4. There was no teacher when the kids were alighting from the bus to guide them another form of negligence. 5. The boys liver raptured and a bone of 7cm was out if his head. We question the manner of driving inside the school compound with kids that could lead to such an impact.

6. The driver has been known to be reckless driving the school bus with earphones on.

7. They are arguing that the boy hid behind the bus, yet the report appears the bus hit the boy from the front.

8. The story is that other kids were banging the bus while the kid had been hit but the driver could not hear them.

9. The parents are afraid of seeking justice as the school has posed an i dont care attitude and distance themselves from the issue.

10. The ministry and local TSC subcounty have not done any investigation or a follow up on this matter.

11. (Unverified) The driver who hit the boy was allegedly fired, but according to some locals he's just been given another route.

I just hope the world can also know the great evil that took place in that school leading to the boys death. It has negligence written all over it. Given my capacity I am unable to do much please expose the school.

They may not get compensated given the loss, but justice and also for the sake of other children. Please help in exposing this story."

A relief food and bursary distribution exercise organized by Nyando MP Jared Okello in Kobura, Kisumu County, on Wednesday, has now become the center of heated talk in the area, but for all the wrong reasons.

A 32-year-old man identified as Evans Ouma is dead after he was stabbed during violent chaos that erupted at the event, with residents now questioning how a humanitarian exercise descended into deadly violence and why a young man lost his life in a scuffle over food and bursaries.

The tragedy comes just days after Okello faced sharp criticism for disrupting learning at Bwanda Primary School, where he turned a bursary distribution event into a political engagement by handing out rice to residents, sparking outrage over the use of education programmes for political mileage.

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The Kobura killing has now shifted the conversation to a much darker and more troubling pattern that has seen a worrying number of young Kenyans losing their lives in incidents involving politicians or people in their circles.

Weeks ago in Nairobi, 28-year-old Cecil Ouma was shot dead in Kariokor after he was allegedly shot by a bodyguard attached to Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, with witnesses revealing that the young man had boarded the vehicle of the PS moments after a youth empowerment forum, but what exactly transpired inside the car remains disputed, with some accounts suggesting a commotion erupted before Ouma was thrown out bleeding and rushed to Park Road Nursing Home where he was pronounced dead upon arrival.

Just recently, on July 20, former Technical University of Mombasa student leader Elvis Otieno, popularly known as "Beast," collapsed and died during a meeting with colleagues in Mombasa, with Internal Security Principal Secretary (PS) Raymond Omollo revealing that he had watched the 2026 FIFA World Cup final with Otieno just hours before his sudden death, a revelation that has fueled speculation and concern over the circumstances surrounding the death of yet another young, politically active Kenyan.

Now, the death of Evans Ouma in Nyando has added yet another name to this growing and troubling list, with the 32-year-old stabbed to death during a relief distribution meant to help vulnerable families, and the pattern has become impossible to ignore: three young men, all connected to politicians or their associates, all dead within a span of days.

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In Nyando, police have launched investigations into the Kobura violence to establish what led to the stabbing of Evans Ouma and identify those responsible, but for residents, the questions are already piling up, and many of them are now directed squarely at MP Jared Okello.

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How did a relief distribution meant to help vulnerable families turn into a killing field? Why was a young man stabbed to death over food and bursaries at an event organised by the MP, and where is the accountability for the chaos that unfolded under his watch?

Residents are now demanding that the authorities hold Okello accountable for what happened at his own event, with many questioning whether the MP has the capacity to organize such gatherings in the future without endangering the very people he claims to serve.

As detectives continue their work and the bodies of the three young men lie in mortuaries awaiting post-mortem examinations, the nation is left to grapple with the uncomfortable reality that for many young Kenyans, engaging with politicians or their associates has become a deadly gamble, with recent deaths serving as the latest grim reminders of a crisis that shows no signs of abating.

The public is now demanding answers from both the police and the political class, with many calling for independent investigations into each of the deaths and for those responsible to be held accountable, as the families of the three young men continue to mourn their loved ones and seek justice for the lives cut short in circumstances that remain shrouded in unanswered questions

Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has been acquitted of charges linking him to the alleged misappropriation of Ksh1.1 billion under the county's overseas scholarship programme, bringing to a close one of Kenya's most closely watched corruption cases.

In a ruling delivered on Thursday, July 23, the High Court in Nakuru found that the prosecution had failed to prove the conspiracy charges against the senator, leading to his acquittal after years of legal proceedings.

Mandago, who served as Uasin Gishu governor when the scholarship programme was launched, had been charged alongside former county officials over the management of funds collected from parents whose children were set to study abroad.

Court Finds Prosecution Failed to Prove Case ¶

The High Court held that the evidence presented by the prosecution did not satisfy the legal threshold required to sustain a conviction.

As a result, Mandago was cleared of the conspiracy charges that had hung over him since investigations into the controversial scholarship programme began.

The decision effectively ends a case that has attracted national attention since parents and students first raised concerns over the programme's management.

Scholarship Programme Sparked National Outcry ¶

The overseas scholarship initiative was established to facilitate students from Uasin Gishu County to pursue higher education in countries including Finland and Canada.

Parents were required to contribute up to Ksh1 million per student into a designated trust account to finance tuition and other education expenses.

However, the programme came under intense scrutiny in September 2021 after several students reportedly became stranded in Finland, with some facing eviction after tuition and accommodation fees went unpaid.

Parents later claimed they had received little communication from county officials despite making substantial financial contributions.

Investigations Triggered Criminal Charges ¶

Investigations by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) established that parents had contributed approximately Ksh957 million towards the scholarship programme.

According to investigators, only about Ksh257 million had been used to pay tuition fees and other student-related expenses, while the remaining funds were alleged to have been misappropriated.

The findings prompted widespread public outrage, culminating in the arrest of Mandago and two former county officials in August 2023.

The trio faced charges including conspiracy to commit theft, abuse of office and making false representations.

Following years of court proceedings, the High Court ruled that the prosecution had failed to establish the case against Mandago to the required criminal standard, resulting in his acquittal.

Days after this publication highlighted complaints from customers over delayed refunds and difficulties accessing funds at FlexPay Technologies Limited, fresh grievances have now emerged from other users who claim they are experiencing similar challenges with the company’s payment and savings services, with one complainant accusing the company’s leadership of failing to address persistent customer complaints.

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The latest complainant says that after completing payments for a product through the "lipia pole pole" model, the item has not been delivered for over a month despite the purchase being completed.

The customer also says funds saved through the company's savings challenge matured but remain unreleased despite repeated withdrawal requests.

This growing chorus of complaints paints a disturbing picture of a company that collects payments and savings from customers but repeatedly fails to deliver products or release matured funds, leaving users stranded and frustrated.

Customers are now demanding that Machomba and Gituma urgently address the mounting crisis, process pending refunds and withdrawals, and explain why so many users continue to report the same pattern of delay and deception.

The growing number of complaints has intensified pressure on FlexPay Technologies Limited, with customers demanding accountability over delayed refunds, unreleased savings and products that remain undelivered despite payments being completed.

Users are now calling on CEO Richard Machomba and COO Johnson Gituma to provide clear answers, resolve pending cases and explain why customers continue reporting prolonged delays in accessing funds and services.

"Hello Cyprian. As you tackle corruption in government, you should also expose a company called FlexPay. They encourage Kenyans to lipia a product pole pole, but after completing the purchase wanaanza kukuzungusha. I paid for a product and it has been a month since then. I also saved through their savings challenge, and my money matured, but they are not releasing the funds after withdrawal. Please expose these people. Wamekataa na pesa za watu wengi. People are just complaining. Also, warn Kenyans about the fraud."

Fresh reports of corruption have emerged within the Kenya Prisons Service, with a whistleblower claiming that senior officials in the department's Human Resource office at the Ministry of Interior, headquartered at Harambee House in Nairobi, are presiding over a deeply entrenched graft network in which officers are allegedly required to surrender a substantial portion of their allowances to officials at the department's headquarters in exchange for favourable administrative decisions.

According to one whistleblower who spoke to this publication on condition of anonymity for fear of victimization, the alleged scheme primarily targets officers receiving high-value allowances, with the complainant claiming that beneficiaries are routinely expected to surrender a portion of the funds to individuals within the Human Resource office, particularly where the payments are substantial, in some instances running into hundreds of thousands of shillings, raising serious questions about the integrity of financial administration and personnel management within the Service.

The whistleblower is calling on Prisons Commissioner General Patrick Aranduh, the EACC, DCI and the Ministry of Interior to immediately investigate the Human Resource Department and conduct a comprehensive forensic audit of staff allowance payments, saying the alleged scheme has operated unchecked for far too long.

Officers are also urging the authorities to identify those responsible, recover any misappropriated public funds and ensure that affected personnel receive their full entitlements without interference or coercion.

"Hello Cyprian. Thank you for standing with ordinary Kenyans under this merciless regime. Ministry of Interior, Prisons Department iko corruption sana. In fact, unawekewa allowance then mnashare na mtu Headquarters HR, Prisons Department. Prisons Department HR is rotten. Watu wengi wanajua hii mambo but hawaezi ongea. Hii kitu ichunguzwe officers wengi wanateseka."

This publication will continue pursuing this matter and will closely track any action taken by the relevant authorities, as questions remain over the management of staff allowances, accountability and transparency within the Kenya Prisons Service.

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has reportedly returned the official Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Toyota Land Cruiser Prado assigned to him during his tenure as the party's Secretary-General, marking another symbolic chapter in his fallout with the Raila Odinga-led outfit.

The silver Toyota Prado was reportedly driven back to ODM headquarters at Chungwa House on Wednesday, July 22, days after Sifuna's removal from the party's top administrative position was formally ratified.

A document circulating online titled "Return of Official Party Vehicle KCW 010U" purportedly shows that the vehicle was officially handed over and received by an ODM driver.

Vehicle Return Follows Sifuna's ODM Exit ¶

The reported handover comes amid sweeping changes within ODM following Sifuna's removal as Secretary-General after nearly eight years in office.

His ouster was initially approved by the party's National Executive Committee during a meeting in Mombasa before being upheld by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP), which found the process consistent with both the Political Parties Act and the ODM Constitution.

The Prado had become a subject of political debate in recent months, with some ODM leaders questioning whether Sifuna should continue using an official party vehicle after losing his leadership position.

Pressure Mounted From Within ODM ¶

Among the most vocal leaders was Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai, who repeatedly demanded that the vehicle be surrendered, arguing that party assets should only be used by officials serving in office.

The reported return is likely to be viewed as the closing of Sifuna's chapter within ODM's top leadership, although he remains the elected Senator for Nairobi County.

His political differences with the party leadership emerged after he publicly opposed ODM's broad-based political cooperation with President William Ruto's administration.

While ODM has backed the arrangement and pledged support for Ruto's 2027 re-election bid, Sifuna has consistently aligned himself with the anti-government opposition bloc and the Linda Mwananchi movement.

Fallout Deepens ¶

Following his removal as Secretary-General, Sifuna also lost his position as Senate Deputy Minority Whip after ODM replaced him with Migori Senator Eddie Oliech.

The successive changes have reinforced his growing political distance from ODM's current leadership despite his continued membership in the party.

Neither Sifuna nor ODM had publicly issued an official statement confirming the reported vehicle handover by the time of publication.

Days after we unearthed the rot at Coca-Cola Coastal Bottlers Limited at the Coast, it has now emerged that the work permit of Mr. Baah Seth Adu is questionable.

It was recently approved on 29th June 2026, while that of Mensah Joseph Yebouh was approved on 28th July 2026 and is expiring on 6th May 2027.

Shockingly, the company has again recruited another Ghanaian by the name of Edward Osei Owusu, whose work at Coca-Cola is also said to be questionable.

Mensah Joseph Yebouh, holder of passport number G5000105, born on 5th April 1988, whose passport expires on 30th May 2034, and Baah Seth Adu, born on 15th January 1974, holder of passport number G3567994, whose passport expires on 20th April 2032, are both alleged to be operating illegally in Kenya and might be conducting illegal business. Seth is said to reside at Nyali Golf View Residence.

A worker at the plant, who sought anonymity, alleged that Seth boasts that his money can buy him justice and that nothing can be done to him or any member of his family who comes to Kenya.

“He says that in Kenya it is only money that talks.”

“He is so arrogant. He says that so long as he has made his money, he can do anything to any person in Kenya. He has money and he can buy justice. Even if the media erected his dirty doings on a billboard, he is not shaken,” the worker further claimed.

These allegations come barely a day after we published a hard-hitting story about nepotism, sex scandals, intimidation and harassment rocking Coca-Cola Coastal Bottlers Limited.

Workers at the Mombasa-headquartered company are up in arms over what they describe as rampant nepotism, intimidation and harassment allegedly orchestrated by Seth Adu-Baah, the Chief Executive Officer of Coca-Cola Coastal Bottlers Limited, Joseph Yeboah Mensah, the Chief Commercial Officer, and another official identified only as Edward, who reportedly arrived in Kenya a week ago while the company was conducting a mapping exercise.

A source within the company, who sought anonymity for fear of victimisation, claimed that the foreign officials allegedly do not fully understand the terrain or the prevailing working conditions in Kenya.

“Have worked here for years and actually, with the look of things, I am not seeing the future. My colleagues Racheal and Nancy were sacked. Racheal was a single mother with a boy in the university. Actually, Racheal has an ongoing court case as we speak and both are now suffering,” she said.

The source further alleged that Joseph Yeboah Mensah and Seth Adu-Baah, who are said to be relatives from Ghana, have allegedly ganged up to intimidate local employees.

“Even the company is not doing well. There was a lady identified as Rose Piroma, commonly referred to as Mwende, who wanted to be accommodated as a distributor. She sweet-talked Joseph to the extent of going with her to bed and Sh15 million was lost just like that,” she added.

According to the source, Piroma allegedly went on to swindle another Ksh 6.5 million from a man identified as Karanja over another deal in Voi.

The matter, she said, is currently before the court.

Expressing his dissatisfaction, activist Evans Momanyi of the Capital Youth Caucus Association (CYCA) said he is planning what he described as the "mother of demonstrations" to protest the alleged injustices.

“We can't allow our people to be intimidated. Our Constitution is very clear. Article 41 of the Constitution of Kenya guarantees every worker the right to fair labour practices, which explicitly includes the right to reasonable working conditions and fair remuneration. These guys are not motivated. They are harassed and intimidated left, right and centre. We can't allow that to happen,” he said.

Investigations conducted by our writer further indicate that several members of staff have allegedly been laid off without reasonable explanation, including Tonny and George, who are described by colleagues as hardworking employees.

Another investigation also alleges that the two foreign nationals, Seth Adu-Baah and Joseph Yeboah Mensah, both Ghanaians and holders of passport numbers G3567994 and G5000105, respectively, might be in Kenya illegally.

At the time of going to press, both Joseph Yeboah Mensah and Seth Adu-Baah had not responded to our repeated phone calls seeking their comment and right of reply regarding the allegations.

As we went to press, Seth told one of our reporters that he could not comment on the matter but promised that someone from the communications department would respond.

“I cannot comment on the issue, but someone is calling you back,” he said.

A few minutes later, a lady identified as Loise Odhiambo, Public Affairs and Communications Manager at Coca-Cola Coastal Bottlers, called and confirmed that the company was aware of the media publication and the allegations.

“You reached out to our CEO and we're aware of the media reports and the allegations raised, but we're reviewing the matter right now. We cannot make any further comment,” she said.

Our next episode will focus on 14 furious distributors who are now speaking out.

Their claims are shocking and terrifying.

A wave of anger and distrust is swelling against online betting platform QBET Casino & Sportsbook, with users now stepping forward to level serious accusations of fraudulent conduct against the company, including the systematic cancellation of withdrawal requests and the outright failure to honour promotional bonuses that were used to lure unsuspecting customers into registration.

The platform, which operates through a localized domain and markets itself as a tailored betting solution for the Kenyan market, is facing serious allegations from a growing number of disgruntled users who claim that their winnings have been withheld, their accounts frozen, and their attempts to withdraw funds met with inexplicable cancellations, with one particular complainant reaching out to this publication to detail his own harrowing experience in the hope that others might be spared a similar fate.

The complainant, who spoke to this outlet under strict conditions of anonymity for fear of reprisal, recounted how his ordeal began with an SMS alert that landed on his phone, offering what appeared to be an attractive incentive of Ksh. 150 to join the platform.

Encouraged by the promise of free betting capital, he clicked on the link provided in the message, completed the registration process, and patiently awaited the bonus that had been dangled before him, only for the expected amount to fail to appear in his account, prompting him to reach out to the platform's customer support team to seek clarification, whereupon he was eventually credited with a paltry Ksh. 49, a sum far removed from what had been advertised.

Undeterred, he proceeded to place a bet using the credited amount and, to his satisfaction, emerged victorious, yet his triumph was short-lived, for when he attempted to withdraw his winnings, his requests were repeatedly cancelled by the platform, leaving him locked out of his funds and convinced that he had fallen victim to a well-orchestrated scheme designed to defraud unsuspecting Kenyans.

The user, now thoroughly disillusioned and determined to shield others from a similar fate, issued a passionate warning to the public, describing those behind the platform as con artists of the highest order and urging everyone to steer clear of the betting site lest they too lose their hard-earned money to unscrupulous operators.

The victim's appeal is clear and urgent: alert the masses about these criminals and ensure that no more Kenyans are swindled by a platform that appears to be operating with total disregard for the principles of fairness and transparency that should govern any legitimate gambling enterprise.

"Hello Nyakundi, expose hii betting company inascam watu. Inajiita Qbet, yesterday I got an SMS alert, I clicked and registered promising me KSh 150 bonus. Later on they didn't, so I texted them and they credited KSh 49 to that account, so I placed a bet and won. So I wanted to withdraw those winnings but they cancel withdrawals. Hawa ni wakora kabisa. Alert watu wasiangukie hao majambazi."

QBET Casino & Sportsbook presents itself to the Kenyan market as an online sports betting and casino platform that offers a wide array of gambling options, including sports betting on football matches and other sporting events, as well as virtual casino games designed to cater to the diverse preferences of its target audience.

Regulatory standing of the platform remains shrouded in ambiguity, and industry observers have consistently advised bettors to verify the up-to-date licensing status of any betting site on the official website of the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB), particularly in light of the Kenyan government's stringent oversight and its aggressive crackdown on unauthorised gaming domains that operate outside the bounds of the law.

As the number of aggrieved users continues to grow and more complaints surface on various public forums, the credibility of QBET hangs by a thread, with the platform yet to issue any formal response to the damning allegations that have now been levelled against it, and for the complainant and the countless others who may have endured similar mistreatment, the damage has already been inflicted, with their trust in online betting platforms having been irrevocably shattered.

The warning has been sounded, and the public is now being urged to exercise the utmost caution when engaging with platforms that promise extraordinary bonuses but demonstrate a conspicuous unwillingness to honour the legitimate withdrawal requests of their own customers.

A storm of uncertainty has descended upon the officers of Kamukunji Police Station and their families following a government directive to vacate their residential quarters by August 15, 2026, to pave the way for demolition, with the order contained in an internal memo seen by this publication leaving many stranded, facing homelessness in a city with a prohibitive cost of living, and struggling to plan for the upcoming school term while their pleas for financial relief go unheeded.

The directive, dated 17th July 2026, cites the government's approval for the demolition of the "old residential blocks" to facilitate the construction of new housing units, and while the development project promises improved living conditions in the long term, the immediate effects have sparked panic among the officers who have been given less than a month to secure alternative accommodation without any form of compensation or relocation assistance to cushion the transition.

"This is to inform all police officers currently residing in the old residential blocks within Kamukunji Police Station that the Government has approved the demolition of the existing housing units to pave the way for the construction of new residential blocks," reads the internal memo signed by the Officer Commanding Station at Kamukunji and addressed to all affected officers.

"All affected officers are directed to make the necessary arrangements to secure alternative accommodation for themselves and their families and to vacate the premises on or before 15th August 2026," the memo directs, while further advising officers to "remove all personal belongings and hand over the houses in good time to facilitate a smooth demolition process."

"No extensions beyond the stated deadline will be granted unless expressly authorized by the station command," the document warns, concluding that "your cooperation and adherence to this directive are highly appreciated as we undertake this important development project aimed at improving staff housing."

The officers have accepted the reality of the demolition and the need for development, but their appeal for a temporary suspension of the housing levy deductions for two or three months to allow them to reorganise their families and secure new homes remains unanswered, leaving them to confront the harsh financial burden of finding alternative accommodation in Nairobi while their payslips continue to reflect deductions for a house they will soon no longer occupy.

The absence of any compensation package or relocation allowance has compounded their desperation, and with school-going children to provide for and a rapidly approaching deadline, the officers of Kamukunji Police Station are now left counting days, wondering how to pay for deposits, advance rent, and school fees all at once while their payslips continue to reflect deductions for a house they will soon no longer occupy.

"Hello Cyprian. Please help us. Kamkunji Police Station is being demolished within a short notice, with no compensation. Officers are stranded with their families and do not know where to start, especially with school-going children. Please do not disclose my identity. Hata pesa ya housing ya rent bado inakatwa kwa payslip. Hawajasimamisha. Sio kwamba hatutaki kuhama, but wangesimamisha hiyo pesa then tupewe hata kama ni miezi mbili ama tatu tujipange."

A new security report has painted a grim picture of the lives of Kenyan women living under the control of al-Shabaab, revealing widespread abuse, social isolation and systemic discrimination within the militant group.

The report by Wargelin Analytica, obtained on Wednesday, July 22, identifies Kenyan women among the most vulnerable members of the extremist organisation, describing them as trapped in an environment where they have little protection, almost no freedom and limited access to justice.

Unlike Somali women affiliated with the group, the report says Kenyan women lack the clan networks that often provide social support and protection, leaving them almost entirely dependent on the militants controlling their lives.

Foreign Women Face Harshest Conditions ¶

According to the report, most Kenyan women inside al-Shabaab are wives or relatives of foreign fighters originating from Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda.

Without strong clan affiliations in Somalia, they reportedly remain socially isolated and excluded from local community structures.

"Foreign women inside al-Shabaab represent one of the most vulnerable, isolated, and socially marginalized categories within the organization," the report states.

Researchers found that the women have virtually no influence over the group's operations and little ability to challenge decisions affecting their daily lives.

Their movement is reportedly heavily restricted, with many prohibited from travelling unless accompanied by a male escort and kept under continuous surveillance by local administrators.

Most spend their days carrying out domestic duties, attending religious instruction and, in some cases, supporting the group's propaganda activities.

Abuse, Coercion and Neglect ¶

The report further alleges that Kenyan women endure persistent domestic abuse, coercion and neglect, often at the hands of their husbands or assigned handlers.

Drawing from interviews with former members of the militant group, researchers claim complaints involving domestic violence, forced marriages and child neglect are frequently ignored or quietly handled through al-Shabaab's internal justice mechanisms.

"According to former group members, foreign women experience some of the most severe forms of domestic abuse, coercion, and social neglect within the organization," the report notes.

The findings also suggest that abuse is not limited to male fighters, alleging that some senior female enforcers within the organisation have also been implicated in mistreating foreign women.

Children Also Bear the Burden ¶

Beyond the women themselves, the report says their children face long-term social exclusion due to their foreign origins and lack of recognised clan affiliations.

Researchers found that the absence of clan protection significantly limits opportunities for education, social integration and future marriages, particularly for daughters.

The report further highlights chronic poverty, language barriers and complete economic dependence as additional factors trapping Kenyan women inside the extremist network.

According to the findings, al-Shabaab's leadership rarely intervenes in domestic disputes unless internal conflicts threaten the group's operational stability.

The report concludes that Kenyan women remain among the least protected individuals within the militant organisation, underscoring the humanitarian consequences of extremist recruitment and the enduring challenges facing women and children caught inside violent extremist movements.

Five miners have been confirmed dead after a gold mine collapsed in Kilimapesa, Transmara, Narok County, in yet another tragedy exposing the dangerous working conditions that continue to plague Kenya's artisanal mining sector.

The collapse, which occurred on the evening of Tuesday, July 21, trapped several miners underground as they carried out excavation activities, prompting an emergency rescue operation involving local authorities and residents.

The latest incident adds to a growing list of fatal mining accidents that have renewed concerns over weak enforcement of safety regulations at small-scale mining sites across the country.

Five Confirmed Dead as Rescue Efforts Continue ¶

According to preliminary reports, the victims were among a group of miners working inside the gold mine when it suddenly caved in, burying them beneath tonnes of earth and debris.

Several miners were successfully rescued from the collapsed shaft and rushed to nearby health facilities for emergency treatment.

Rescue teams remained at the scene on Wednesday as efforts continued to establish whether more people were still trapped beneath the rubble.

Large crowds gathered around the mine as emergency responders worked to recover victims and search for possible survivors.

Authorities have yet to release the identities of those who lost their lives.

Investigations Into Collapse Underway ¶

Officials have launched investigations to determine what caused the deadly collapse.

The exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, with investigators expected to examine whether the mine complied with safety regulations governing underground mining operations.

The findings are also expected to establish whether structural weaknesses, illegal mining activities or inadequate safety measures contributed to the disaster.

Safety Concerns Return to the Spotlight ¶

The tragedy has once again highlighted the risks facing thousands of artisanal miners who operate in informal mining sites across Kenya, often with limited protective equipment and inadequate structural safeguards.

Mining experts have repeatedly warned that poor tunnel reinforcement, unsafe excavation methods and weak regulatory oversight continue to expose workers to fatal accidents.

The latest collapse is likely to intensify calls for stricter inspections, improved safety standards and tougher enforcement of mining regulations to prevent further loss of life.

Transparency International Kenya has sounded the alarm over what it describes as a growing corruption crisis in the country's sports sector, warning that sponsorship deals have become a lucrative avenue for the misuse of millions of shillings meant to develop athletes and sporting institutions.

The anti-corruption watchdog says weak governance, opaque procurement systems, and poor oversight have created an environment where commercial sponsorships are increasingly vulnerable to kickbacks, conflicts of interest, and outright diversion of funds.

The warning comes amid heightened scrutiny of financial management in Kenyan sports, with several federations facing allegations of mismanagement and corruption.

Sponsorship Deals Under Fresh Scrutiny ¶

Speaking during a sports governance roundtable, Transparency International Kenya Executive Director Sheila Masinde warned that corruption is steadily shifting from traditional procurement processes to sponsorship agreements involving both public and private entities.

According to Masinde, Kenya's sports governance framework remains dangerously weak, with the country scoring just 30 out of 100 on the Sports Governance Index—well below the recommended benchmark of 43.

She argued that the low rating reflects systemic failures in transparency, accountability and financial management across sports institutions.

"If this is not addressed, it allows sports officials who are not well-intentioned to siphon funds, demand kickbacks or accept personal favours in return for awarding lucrative brand contracts," Masinde said.

She noted that the absence of strong oversight mechanisms allows sponsorship money intended for athletes, competitions, and infrastructure to be diverted for personal gain.

Calls for Greater Transparency ¶

To address the growing risks, Transparency International is urging sports federations and corporate sponsors to adopt stricter governance standards before entering sponsorship agreements.

Masinde called for comprehensive due diligence on officials negotiating commercial partnerships, public disclosure of sponsorship contracts and stronger financial reporting to improve accountability.

She also recommended establishing independent oversight structures within sports organisations to monitor sponsorship arrangements and ensure procurement processes meet the same transparency standards applied in other sectors of the economy.

The recommendations are intended to curb abuse of commercial partnerships while restoring confidence among sponsors increasingly concerned about governance risks.

Warning Comes Amid FKF Investigations ¶

The latest warning comes as corruption allegations continue to dominate Kenya's sports sector.

Recently, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) confirmed it was investigating an alleged Ksh42 million insurance procurement involving the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) linked to preparations for the African Nations Championship (CHAN).

Although the commission clarified that its visit to FKF offices formed part of preliminary investigations rather than a raid, the case has intensified concerns over financial accountability within sports institutions.

While investigations remain ongoing, Transparency International says the controversy illustrates why stronger governance reforms can no longer be delayed.

The organisation argues that without transparent procurement systems, independent oversight and full disclosure of sponsorship agreements, corruption risks will continue undermining investment in Kenyan sports and denying athletes the resources intended for their development.

As government and private sector investment in sports continues to grow, governance experts warn that strengthening accountability will be just as important as increasing funding if Kenya hopes to build a credible, competitive and financially sustainable sporting ecosystem.

When investigators started asking how Ksh 261 million left Citibank Kenya's books and ended up in the middle of a tea factory boardroom war, the bank did not offer an explanation, and instead it went to the High Court asking that the entire investigation be stopped before its own chief executive ever has to answer a single question about it.

Citibank Kenya has petitioned the High Court not merely to slow the DCI's investigation into CEO Martin Mugambi, but to end it outright, and to do so before he records so much as a statement.

The target of the probe is a $2.02 million loan, worth Ksh 261.1 million, that the bank sent to Kiru Tea Factory Company Ltd, a factory in Murang'a managed under the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA), and investigators want to know whether the loan application rested on forged board documents, where the money actually traveled once it left the bank, and who stood to gain once it moved through several hands.

The timing of that loan is where the story becomes hard for the bank to explain away.

The application was submitted right in the middle of a leadership coup inside Kiru Tea Factory, a split so severe that the factory ended up holding two competing annual general meetings within a matter of days, each side claiming to be the legitimate board of the company, and it was into that exact environment of contested authority that Citibank chose to disburse hundreds of millions of shillings.

The question the DCI is now trying to answer is a plain one, and it is whether anyone at the bank checked who genuinely held authority to borrow on behalf of the factory before the cash went out the door, or whether the money moved simply because someone produced paperwork that nobody at the bank bothered to verify.

A Loan at the Centre of the Dispute ¶

Rather than let an investigation answer that question, Citibank asked the court for orders barring the DCI, the Attorney-General and the Director of Public Prosecutions from summoning, arresting, charging or requiring Mugambi to record a statement over what investigators describe as negligently accepting a credit application and disbursing the loan that followed it.

The court has already granted interim orders freezing the DCI's work on the matter while it waits to hear the full case, which means that for the moment, a foreign lender has succeeded in placing its own chief executive beyond the immediate reach of Kenyan investigators without him having said a word to anyone conducting the inquiry.

Court Steps In ¶

It is worth noting how differently Citibank's own parent company tends to handle this kind of moment.

Citibank Kenya operates as a branch of Citibank, N.A., a federally chartered institution in the United States that trades on the New York Stock Exchange and answers to American regulators as a result, and in that home market it is common practice for a bank to place an executive under criminal investigation on a leave of absence so that the institution can put visible distance between itself and whatever the inquiry eventually finds.

Citibank has run its Kenyan operation as a two-branch presence since 1974, it booked a profit of Ksh 6.5 billion last year, and it sent Ksh 10.5 billion back to its American parent in 2025, and none of that scale or profitability has produced the same instinct for distance here, because rather than stepping Mugambi back from his role while the matter is examined, the bank went to court to make sure he would never have to be examined at all.

Questions Over Due Diligence ¶

The DCI is not waiting on the outcome of that constitutional petition to build its case.

In a separate application before a magistrate's court in Nairobi, investigators secured search warrants on June 18, 2026, compelling Citibank to hand over bank statements, the paperwork used to open the relevant banking relationship, real-time gross settlement payment instructions, and the board resolutions Kiru Tea Factory used to support the loan, all covering the period between March and December 2021.

Investigators are specifically trying to trace transfers that moved funds out of Kiru Tea Factory and into funds held under the name of Litein Factory Company Ltd, a transfer of money between two tea factories that has no obvious commercial explanation on its face.

Court filings show that the loan itself was approved back in September 2019, yet it was not disbursed until March 2021, and it is that gap, along with everything that happened to the money once it finally moved, that investigators are now trying to reconstruct from the bank's own records.

Following the Money ¶

The complaint that triggered all of this came directly from Kiru Tea Factory's own chairman, Chege Kirundi, whose claim is straightforward and serious: that the loan was obtained using corporate paperwork that did not reflect any decision made by the factory's lawful board, that forged resolutions were used to secure the facility, and that the money was then diverted rather than spent on whatever purpose it was supposedly borrowed for.

None of that has been proven in any court and it remains a claim rather than a finding, but it carries enough weight that the chairman of the company put his name to it and asked investigators to trace every shilling from the moment it left the bank.

One detail in the complaint should have been caught long before any investigator ever needed to look for it, and that is the fact that the loan paperwork could not even agree with itself about why the money was being borrowed in the first place, since one set of documents described it as working capital.

In contrast, another described the very same facility as financing for capital expenditure.

That kind of contradiction sitting inside a single loan file is exactly the sort of thing a functioning due diligence process is supposed to catch before hundreds of millions of shillings ever leave a bank, not something that has to be pieced back together years later through search warrants and court filings.

Citibank's Defence ¶

Citibank's response to all of this is to argue that the whole matter sits below the threshold of the criminal law entirely.

The bank's petition claims that investigators have not identified any recognized offence at all, and that what is really taking place is an ordinary commercial dispute that has been dressed up to look like a crime, and in the words of its own advocate the bank describes the case as a pretextual use of the criminal justice system aimed at serving an improper purpose in what it calls a purely commercial transaction.

It goes further still, accusing the DCI of issuing vague and unparticularised summons as part of what it calls a deliberate attempt to weaponise the criminal justice system for the purpose of intimidation and leverage in a dispute the bank insists is civil in nature.

The bank has not asked merely for a pause in the proceedings.

It has asked the court to declare the investigation unconstitutional outright, on the basis that it violates rights to equality, property, access to information and fair administrative treatment, and it has asked for damages to be awarded to both the bank and to Mugambi personally over what it calls the harm caused by the inquiry.

Its petition asks for a permanent order stopping the DCI, the Attorney-General and the Director of Public Prosecutions, whether acting themselves or through their own servants and agents, from ever investigating, summoning or arresting Mugambi in connection with the loan.

A Factory Divided ¶

Underneath the legal filings sits a much older and messier fight.

Kiru Tea Factory has spent years caught in disputes over its own leadership, with rival factions accusing each other of unauthorized withdrawals from factory funds, of paying directors' allowances and legal fees without proper approval, and of generally mismanaging the resources of the company, and it was into that exact climate of internal dysfunction that Citibank's disputed loan was approved and later disbursed.

That is precisely why investigators say the bank's due diligence matters so much here, and it is precisely why a request to shut the investigation down before that due diligence can ever be examined looks, to anyone reading the filings closely, less like a defense of ordinary banking conduct and more like an attempt to make sure that conduct is never examined by anyone outside the bank at all.

None of the claims at the center of this case, whether about forged documents, diverted funds, or a lack of real authority behind the loan application, have been tested or decided by any court, and Citibank's own position remains that no crime took place here whatsoever.

The High Court is set to hear the full constitutional petition on September 17.

Fresh questions have emerged over the progress of the criminal case involving Abdiaziz Abdullahi Hassan, the man charged with allegedly assaulting his sister in a case that attracted widespread public attention after the complainant sustained serious injuries during a domestic dispute linked to a trip she had made to Uganda.

The case dates back to January 2025, when Hassan was arraigned before the Makadara Law Courts and charged with causing grievous harm to his sister, Ridhwan Abdillahi Hassan.

He denied the charge and was released on a bond of Ksh 80,000 or an alternative cash bail of Ksh 30,000 pending the hearing of the case.

According to court documents, the prosecution alleges that the assault occurred on Jam Street in Eastleigh after the complainant returned from Uganda, where she had travelled independently to visit a friend.

Ridhwan told investigators that upon her return to Kenya she was intercepted at the Busia border and arrested before being escorted home, after which she was allegedly assaulted by her brother, sustaining injuries to her eyes, ribs, head and abdomen that required treatment at Bilal Hospital.

The matter drew significant public attention after claims emerged that family members had opposed her travel and feared she had fallen victim to a human trafficking network, while separate allegations suggested attempts had been made to have her detained before the assault.

Hassan, on his part, told investigators that his actions were motivated by concern for his sister's safety after she had gone missing for several days.

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More than a year after criminal proceedings commenced, concern has now shifted to the pace of the case, with the complainant and her supporters questioning why the matter appears to have stalled despite the seriousness of the charges before the court.

According to information available to this publication, the matter was scheduled for mention on 18 June 2026, but Hassan did not appear before the court on that date.

The circumstances surrounding his absence and the subsequent progress of the proceedings remain unclear, prompting renewed calls for the relevant authorities to ensure that court processes are enforced and that the matter proceeds without unnecessary delay.

The renewed concerns come as supporters of the complainant claim that, while she continues to live with the physical and emotional consequences of the assault and awaits the conclusion of the criminal proceedings, Hassan has continued with his personal life, with reports indicating that he has since celebrated major personal milestones, among them a reported marriage.

Those raising the concerns argue that the issue is not the personal choices of the accused but the importance of ensuring that pending criminal proceedings are allowed to run their full course without delay.

The case has once again drawn attention to broader concerns over the pace at which cases involving alleged violence against women move through the criminal justice system, with campaigners arguing that prolonged delays risk undermining public confidence in the administration of justice and leaving complainants waiting for answers long after proceedings have begun.

As the matter remains before the courts, there are growing calls for the relevant judicial and law enforcement authorities to ensure that all parties comply with court processes and that the case proceeds expeditiously in accordance with the law.

"Hello Cyprian. In January 2025, Abdiaziz Abdullahi Hassan was charged in court over the assault of his sister. The case began almost immediately. Yet, more than a year later, justice still seems no closer. On 18 June 2026, Abdiaziz Abdullahi Hassan was expected to attend a court mention. Instead, he did not appear. As far as is publicly understood, he has not been brought back before the court. If court orders can be ignored without consequence, then what faith should ordinary women have in the justice system? What makes this even more painful is the stark contrast. While the complainant continues to carry the physical and emotional scars and waits for justice, Abdiaziz Abdullahi Hassan appears to be living freely, continuing with his life, celebrating milestones, and even reportedly marrying a second wife. Whether someone marries is not the issue. The issue is that a criminal case should not be allowed to drift into silence while a complainant is left waiting indefinitely for justice. This is what impunity looks like. Impunity is not just a legal failure. It is a betrayal. It tells every abused woman that her pain can be ignored. It tells every alleged abuser that delay works in their favour. It tells society that justice depends on power, influence, or luck instead of the rule of law. A justice system that allows cases involving violence against women to stagnate risks becoming part of the problem rather than the solution. Women are not disposable. Their lives are not cheap. Their suffering is not a footnote. Enough of the delays. Enough of the excuses. Enough of the silence. Every court order must be enforced. Every accused person must answer before the court. Every survivor deserves justice without endless delay. Stop violence against women. End impunity. Justice cannot remain a promise. It must become a reality."

A Nairobi-based advocate has been arrested over an alleged land fraud scheme after detectives accused him of using forged court documents in an attempt to wrestle ownership of private property from its lawful owner, highlighting growing concerns over the role of legal professionals in Kenya's thriving land fraud networks.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed that detectives from its specialised Land Fraud Investigations Unit (LFIU) arrested Abdulahi Musdaf Hussein following investigations into what authorities describe as a calculated attempt to deprive a woman of land she had legally purchased.

The arrest shines a spotlight on the increasingly sophisticated methods employed by land fraud syndicates, where forged legal documents and court processes are allegedly used to legitimise fraudulent ownership claims.

Woman Shocked by Court Case Over Land She Already Owned ¶

According to investigators, the complainant had lawfully purchased the parcel of land in 2025 and had enjoyed uninterrupted possession of the property without any disputes.

However, her ownership was unexpectedly thrown into question after she was served with court documents indicating that Hussein was laying claim to the same parcel.

The court filings allegedly presented Hussein as the rightful owner, forcing the woman into a legal battle over property she believed had been legitimately acquired.

The emergence of the case prompted the complainant to seek the intervention of the DCI's Land Fraud Investigations Unit, which specialises in complex land-related crimes involving forged titles, fake succession documents and fraudulent transfers.

Detectives launched a comprehensive investigation to establish how the ownership dispute had arisen and whether criminal offences had been committed.

DCI Investigations Lead to Criminal Charges ¶

Following months of investigations, detectives compiled their findings and forwarded the case file to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for legal review.

After examining the evidence, prosecutors agreed with investigators that there was sufficient basis to institute criminal proceedings.

The ODPP approved charges against Hussein for allegedly making a false document and uttering a forged document, offences that carry serious penalties under Kenyan law.

Armed with the approval, detectives tracked the advocate to Nairobi's Central Business District, where he was arrested during an operation conducted by officers from the Land Fraud Investigations Unit.

The suspect has since been placed in custody and is undergoing processing ahead of his arraignment in court.

Land Fraud Continues to Plague Kenya's Property Market ¶

The arrest comes as authorities intensify efforts to dismantle criminal networks behind fraudulent land transactions, an area that has remained one of Kenya's most persistent forms of economic crime.

Investigators say modern land fraud schemes have become increasingly elaborate, with fraudsters allegedly exploiting forged documents, fake succession proceedings, fabricated court orders and manipulated ownership records to target valuable properties.

In some cases, unsuspecting landowners only discover the fraud after receiving court summons, eviction notices or learning that their land has been transferred without their knowledge.

The involvement of professionals, including advocates, surveyors, land brokers and public officials, has previously emerged as a recurring concern in investigations into high-value land disputes.

Authorities maintain that while the overwhelming majority of advocates uphold professional standards, any legal practitioner found using their expertise to facilitate fraudulent transactions will face the full force of the law.

The DCI has continued to urge landowners to conduct regular official searches, safeguard ownership documents and promptly report suspicious claims involving their properties.

The latest arrest is expected to reinforce ongoing efforts by investigators and prosecutors to crack down on land cartels accused of exploiting weaknesses in property registration systems and judicial processes to unlawfully seize privately owned land across the country.

President William Ruto has announced a fresh round of appointments and nominations across key government institutions, redeploying Charles Owino as Acting Government Spokesperson while nominating former Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary General Wilson Sossion to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).

The changes, announced on Tuesday, July 21, also include nominations to the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) and other constitutional bodies as the government moves to fill vacancies and reorganise senior leadership within the Executive.

According to State House, the appointments form part of a broader restructuring approved by the Public Service Commission.

Charles Owino Redeployed as Acting Government Spokesperson ¶

Under the changes, Charles Owino Wahong'o has been redeployed from the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy to serve as Government Spokesperson and Head of Government Communications in an acting capacity.

The appointment places the former police spokesperson at the centre of government communication as the Kenya Kwanza administration seeks to strengthen public messaging ahead of major policy rollouts.

State House Comptroller and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei said the redeployments were approved by the Public Service Commission as part of senior-level changes within government.

"His Excellency, the President, has today made nominations to various Constitutional Commissions and Statutory/Intergovernmental Relations Bodies to fill vacancies that arose earlier in the year. Additionally, the Public Service Commission has approved promotions and redeployments within the senior ranks of the Executive," Koskei said.

Sossion Among Nominees to Constitutional Bodies ¶

The appointments also saw Wilson Sossion nominated to serve as a member of the Teachers Service Commission, alongside Antonina Lentoijoni.

Both nominations have been forwarded to Parliament for vetting and approval as required under the Constitution.

President Ruto also nominated Dr Duncan Ojwang Oburu as Chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), with the appointment similarly awaiting parliamentary approval.

The latest changes come as the administration continues to fill vacancies in constitutional commissions and independent offices while reorganising senior government positions to align with its governance agenda.

If approved by Parliament, the nominees will assume key oversight and governance roles in institutions responsible for teacher management, police accountability and public administration, areas that remain central to the government's reform agenda.

The violence and disorder witnessed during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by election, where masked groups moved through parts of the constituency in high end vehicles, confronting residents, journalists and political supporters while armed individuals were captured firing into the air and deploying tear gas, has placed renewed focus on the informal political networks that operate behind major electoral contests.

The chaos, which disrupted voting activities and triggered public outrage, has since raised questions over how such groups are assembled, who coordinates their movements and the role played by political operatives who often work closely with candidates and elected leaders during competitive political contests.

One of the individuals whose name has emerged in discussions around these networks is Karuma Muiruri, a man described by sources as a close aide and bodyguard to Kiambaa Member of Parliament John Njuguna Wanjiku, popularly known as Kawanjiku.

Muiruri, who is identified on Facebook as Karuma Muiruri, is said to come from Githiga area in Githunguri Sub-County, Kiambu County, and is reported to reside in Kirigiti near Linkers Club.

Sources familiar with the political activities around Kawanjiku describe him as a long-standing member of the lawmaker’s inner circle, with claims that he has been involved in coordinating supporters and mobilising political groups during various engagements.

His name has gained prominence following the events witnessed in Ol Kalou, where armed and hooded individuals were filmed moving through the constituency, confronting members of the public, attacking journalists and disrupting parts of the by-election exercise.

The scenes triggered widespread concern after videos showed groups of masked men carrying weapons, using tear gas canisters and moving in convoys of luxury vehicles. Some of the individuals appeared to have access to equipment associated with security agencies, raising questions over how the groups were organised and the identities of those involved.

Investigative reports following the chaos also drew attention to several vehicles captured at the scene, including a black Toyota Land Cruiser bearing registration number KDL 477Q, which records from the National Transport and Safety Authority linked to John Njuguna Wanjiku, the same name held by the Kiambaa MP.

Kawanjiku later confirmed that his vehicle was present in Ol Kalou on voting day but denied any involvement in the violence.

He said he travelled there in his capacity as an election agent and argued that anyone intending to participate in unlawful activity would not use an easily identifiable personal vehicle.

The MP’s explanation has not ended questions surrounding the wider network of individuals present during the disturbances, with investigators facing pressure to establish who coordinated the groups of masked men, how they moved around the constituency and whether any political actors facilitated their activities.

It is within this context that Muiruri’s name has emerged.

Sources who spoke to this publication claim that he has been involved in political mobilisation activities linked to Kawanjiku’s network, describing him as an organizer who helps coordinate supporters and groups during political events.

The claims place attention on the often overlooked role of political aides, personal security teams and grassroots mobilisers who operate around elected leaders, particularly during election seasons where mobilisation structures become critical in building political support.

Across Kenya’s political landscape, such networks have long played a central role in organising supporters, managing crowds and coordinating campaign activities.

However, questions have repeatedly emerged over where legitimate political mobilisation ends and where intimidation or unlawful activities begin.

The Ol Kalou disturbances have therefore expanded beyond the events of one by-election, creating renewed debate about accountability within political networks and the individuals who operate close to powerful figures.

As investigations into the violence continue, authorities are expected to establish the identities of those involved in the incidents, the organization behind the groups captured at the scene and whether any individuals or political structures played a role in facilitating the unrest.

"Hello Nyakundi. This is the official bodyguard of MP Kawanjiku. He is identified as Karuma Muiruri on Facebook. He is from Githiga Ward, Githunguri Sub-County, Kiambu County. He lives in Kirigiti, near Linkers Club, at Maranatha Apartments. This is the person responsible for recruiting and coordinating goons on behalf of Kawanjiku."

A growing number of Kenyans have raised complaints over delays in the validation of newly issued national identity cards within government systems, reporting that although they have successfully collected their identification documents from the National Registration Bureau (NRB), they later discover they are unable to access essential government and private sector services because their IDs have not been activated or validated for use on digital platforms such as eCitizen.

The complaints have renewed attention on the operations of the NRB, the agency responsible for civil registration and national identity management under the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services, with affected applicants questioning why identity cards are released before all backend registration and system integration processes have been completed, leaving citizens to make additional trips to Huduma Centres and the bureau's offices at Nyayo House in an effort to resolve problems they believe should never have arisen.

The NRB is headed by Secretary Gilbert B. Kitiyo, MBS, and operates under the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services led by Principal Secretary (PS) Dr Belio Kipsang, which falls within the Ministry of Interior and National Administration headed by Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen, placing the management of the country's identity registration system under their administrative oversight.

According to the grievances received by this publication, many applicants only discover the problem when attempting to access government services, create eCitizen accounts or complete transactions that require successful verification of their national identity details, only to find that their records cannot be validated despite already being in possession of valid national identity cards issued by the government.

The situation has prompted questions over administrative processes within the NRB and whether adequate quality assurance measures are in place before identity cards are released to the public, particularly given the central role the document now plays in accessing a wide range of government, financial and digital services.

The renewed complaints have also drawn attention to the oversight of the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services, which is responsible for the administration of the country's identity registration framework, with members of the public calling for greater accountability in ensuring that systems are fully synchronized before national identity cards are issued for public use.

Affected Kenyans are now calling for a comprehensive review of the validation process and stronger coordination between the NRB, Huduma Centres and government digital platforms to ensure newly issued identity cards are fully functional upon collection, arguing that avoidable administrative lapses continue to expose citizens to unnecessary delays, repeated visits to government offices and disruption in accessing essential public services.

"Hi Cyprian. The ID registration office should do better. My daughter got her ID in May. Yesterday, she wanted to access a service but needed to create an eCitizen account. When she applied, it would not go through because her ID had not been validated in the system. She went to Huduma Centre but was referred to the third floor at Nyayo House. She still was not assisted because the systems were down. Why dispatch an ID without ensuring all the necessary steps have been completed? Whose responsibility is it when it comes to validating IDs? It leaves one with a lot of questions. Please post this for me."

Pauline Njoroge has formally resigned from the Jubilee Party after 14 years, ending her tenure as the party's Deputy Organising Secretary and National Executive Committee (NEC) member.

However, while the resignation marks her exit from Jubilee as a registered political party, it does not amount to a departure from former President Uhuru Kenyatta's political sphere.

Instead, Njoroge has transitioned to the Linda Mwananchi Movement, a political mobilisation platform that is not a registered political party but has been widely associated with and reportedly backed by Uhuru as part of his continued engagement in national politics.

In a statement released on Tuesday, July 21, Pauline said she was stepping away from Jubilee to embrace what she described as "a new chapter" in her political journey.

"For the last fourteen years, I have walked an incredible political journey. Today, however, I believe the time has come to embrace a new chapter," she stated.

She added that her resignation from both the NEC and the Jubilee Party takes effect immediately.

Shift Signals Strategy Rather Than Political Divorce ¶

Although her resignation attracted attention across the political divide, Pauline was categorical that she remains closely aligned with Uhuru Kenyatta's political ideals and leadership.

She described the former Head of State as her mentor, teacher and political father, crediting him with shaping her political career and exposing her to governance and leadership experiences across Kenya, Africa and internationally.

"I am especially grateful to the Jubilee Party Leader, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, who has been more than a leader to me. He has been a mentor, a teacher and a political father," Pauline said.

The remarks suggest that the move is less about abandoning Uhuru's political influence and more about shifting from a conventional political party into a broader political movement.

Unlike Jubilee, the Linda Mwananchi Movement is not registered by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties and therefore cannot field candidates in elections. Instead, it has increasingly emerged as a civic-political mobilisation platform associated with opposition politics and constitutional reform campaigns.

Political observers have repeatedly linked the movement to Uhuru Kenyatta's political machinery, with reports indicating it has received backing from allies of the former president, although it operates outside the formal structures of the Jubilee Party.

Linda Mwananchi Movement and the Growing WANTAM Campaign ¶

Pauline disclosed that she has actively participated in the Linda Mwananchi Movement since February this year and now intends to dedicate her efforts fully to its activities.

According to her, the movement provides a platform to champion constitutionalism, accountability, good governance and servant leadership while amplifying the voices of younger Kenyans.

She further linked her political future to the broader WANTAM campaign, which has increasingly become a rallying call among opposition figures advocating political transition ahead of the 2027 General Election.

"This movement represents an important platform for advancing the aspirations of our generation: a Kenya founded on good governance, the rule of law, constitutionalism, accountability and servant leadership," she stated.

She added that the movement aligns with the broader national renewal agenda championed under the WANTAM slogan.

The development underscores how Kenya's political landscape is increasingly being shaped not only through registered political parties but also through informal political movements and advocacy platforms that continue to influence public debate and voter mobilisation.

Jubilee Faces Another High-Profile Exit ¶

Pauline's departure is another setback for Jubilee, a party that once dominated Kenya's political landscape but has struggled to maintain cohesion since the 2022 General Election.

While the party remains under the leadership of Uhuru Kenyatta, several senior figures have either exited or shifted their political activities toward broader opposition formations and civic movements.

Her resignation comes at a time when opposition leaders continue reorganising ahead of the next electoral cycle, with informal political movements increasingly becoming vehicles for mobilisation before formal coalition structures are unveiled.

Although Pauline has left Jubilee, her own statement makes it clear that she has not abandoned Uhuru Kenyatta's political ideology or leadership. Instead, she has effectively moved from a registered political party into a political movement widely perceived to be operating within the same political orbit.

The transition illustrates how Kenyan politics is increasingly evolving beyond traditional party structures, with movements such as Linda Mwananchi serving as alternative platforms for mobilisation while parties prepare for future electoral realignments.

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The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has named Chief Justice Martha Koome and several senior judges among judicial officers whose courts will be affected by a nationwide boycott beginning Wednesday, July 22, escalating pressure on the Judiciary over accountability, case delays and stalled disciplinary proceedings.

The unprecedented action places the country's highest judicial leadership at the centre of a growing confrontation between lawyers and the Judiciary, with the legal body accusing the institution of shielding judges from accountability while ordinary court users continue to suffer delays and administrative inefficiencies.

The boycott comes despite ongoing engagement between the Judiciary and the LSK, raising fresh questions about the state of judicial reforms and public confidence in Kenya's justice system.

LSK Court Boycott Puts Kenya's Highest Judicial Officers on Notice ¶

In a statement issued on Monday, July 20, LSK President Charles Kanjama identified several top judges linked to ongoing court cases that have halted disciplinary proceedings before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and criminal investigations.

Among those named are Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu and Supreme Court judges Isaac Lenaola, Smokin Wanjala, Njoki Ndung'u and Mohammed Ibrahim.

The list also includes Court of Appeal Judge Sankale Ole Kantai, Justice Lucy Waithaka, Justice Stella Atambo, Lady Justice Dora Chepkwony and Justice Josephine Mong'are.

According to the LSK, the protest seeks to push for greater judicial accountability and institutional reforms, arguing that unresolved disciplinary disputes have undermined public confidence in the administration of justice.

The society maintains that meaningful reforms are necessary to restore transparency, strengthen oversight mechanisms, and protect the integrity of Kenya's courts.

Lawyers Cite Delays, Registry Failures and Accountability Concerns ¶

The boycott follows an earlier directive issued by the LSK requiring advocates nationwide to withdraw from most court proceedings beginning July 22.

Under the planned action, lawyers will refrain from participating in hearings and substantive applications, although court mentions and urgent applications involving interim orders will proceed solely to obtain new hearing dates or extend existing orders where necessary.

The legal body says the action is driven by longstanding frustrations over delayed judgments, prolonged case backlogs and persistent inefficiencies in court registries.

According to Kanjama, advocates have repeatedly raised concerns over delayed delivery of rulings, poor administrative systems and what they describe as ineffective mechanisms for handling complaints against judges and judicial officers.

The standoff also reflects broader concerns about the working environment for advocates and the pace of reforms within the Judiciary despite repeated consultations with judicial leadership.

Judiciary Insists Courts Will Remain Open ¶

Despite the looming boycott, the Judiciary has maintained that all courts across the country will continue operating normally.

The institution has urged litigants, advocates and members of the public to attend court as scheduled, insisting that justice delivery should not be disrupted.

Judicial officials have also appealed for dialogue, noting that the Judiciary and the Law Society have held at least five consultative meetings over the past two years to address concerns raised by advocates.

Another meeting between the two institutions is reportedly scheduled for July 31, although the latest boycott suggests previous engagements have failed to resolve key disputes.

The confrontation is expected to test relations between Kenya's legal profession and the Judiciary, with the outcome likely to shape future reforms on judicial accountability, case management and public confidence in one of the country's most important constitutional institutions.

Former Technical University of Mombasa Students Association President Elvis Otieno, popularly known as "Beast" and widely recognized in student leadership circles as the "Beast from the East", died on Monday after reportedly suffering an epileptic attack, bringing to an end the life of a youth leader whose influence extended beyond campus politics into national youth mobilization and political organizing.

Otieno rose to prominence during his tenure as President of the Technical University of Mombasa Students Association, where he became a familiar figure in student leadership and youth advocacy, later building a reputation as an active mobiliser who maintained close ties with political leaders and regularly participated in public engagements, community activities and youth empowerment initiatives.

Tributes from former student leaders, politicians and close associates describe him as a committed organizer, dependable friend and influential voice among young people, with many recalling his contribution to university leadership, his involvement in national youth networks and the role he continued to play in political mobilization long after leaving office.

His death came as a shock to those who had interacted with him only hours earlier, with reports indicating that he had attended a public football viewing event for the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina before he reportedly collapsed and was later pronounced dead at Premier Hospital in Nyali after what has been described as an epileptic attack.

Otieno was well known within political circles in the Nyanza region, where he remained actively involved in youth mobilisation and grassroots political engagements, rubbing shoulders with a number of influential leaders and regularly appearing at political meetings, community events and public gatherings, reflecting the growing profile he had built beyond university leadership.

He was recognized as a vocal supporter of President William Ruto's administration and became closely associated with the "Tutam" political movement, frequently taking part in campaigns, public mobilisation efforts and activities organised in support of the government's agenda across the region.

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His consistent presence at high-profile political functions and youth mobilization events made him a familiar face among supporters of the Kenya Kwanza administration, with many viewing him as one of the emerging young organisers who had steadily built influence within the region's political landscape after his time in student leadership.

The news of Otieno's sudden passing has continued to generate reactions from across student leadership, political and youth networks, with former colleagues and associates expressing shock over the loss of a young leader who had remained active in public affairs after his university tenure.

His death comes at a time when he was still building his profile within political and youth mobilisation spaces, having transitioned from campus leadership into wider grassroots engagements and national conversations involving young leaders.

Friends and associates have continued to share memories of his involvement in student politics, community engagements and political activities, as questions remain about the events leading to his sudden medical emergency.

This publication will continue to monitor developments following the passing of the former student leader as more information becomes available from relevant sources.

Complaints of nepotism, intimidation, harassment, unfair dismissals and an alleged sex scandal have rocked Coca-Cola Coastal Bottlers Limited, with employees accusing the company's top leadership of creating a hostile working environment while the firm allegedly continues to lose millions of shillings.

Workers at the Mombasa headquartered company are up in arms over what they describe as rampant nepotism, intimidation and harassment allegedly orchestrated by Seth Adu-Baah, the Chief Executive Officer of Coca-Cola Coastal Bottlers Limited, Joseph Yeboah Mensah, the Chief Commercial Officer, and another official identified only as Edward, who reportedly arrived in Kenya a week ago while the company was conducting a mapping exercise.

A source within the company, who sought anonymity for fear of victimization, claimed that the foreign officials allegedly do not fully understand the terrain or the prevailing working conditions in Kenya.

"Have worked here for years and actually with the look of things am not seeing the future, my colleagues Racheal and Nancy were sacked, she was a single mother and had a boy in the university. Actually Racheal has an ongoing court case as we speak and both are now suffering," she said.

The source further claimed that Joseph Yeboah Mensah and Seth Adu-Baah, who are said to be relatives from Ghana, have allegedly ganged up to intimidate local employees.

"Even the company is not doing well. There was a lady identified as Rose Piroma, commonly referred to as Mwende, who wanted to be accommodated as a distributor. She sweet talked Joseph to the extent of going with her to bed and Sh15 million was lost just like that," she added.

According to the source, Piroma allegedly went on to swindle another Sh6.5 million from a man identified as Karanja over another deal in Voi. The matter, she said, is currently before the court.

Expressing his dissatisfaction, activist Evans Momanyi of the Capital Youth Caucus Association (CYCA) said he is planning what he described as the "mother of demonstrations" to protest the claimed injustices.

"We can't allow our people to be intimidated. Our Constitution is very clear. Article 41 of the Constitution of Kenya guarantees every worker the right to fair labour practices, which explicitly includes the right to reasonable working conditions and fair remuneration. These guys are not motivated; they are harassed and intimidated left, right and centre. We can't allow that to happen," he said.

Investigations by our writer indicate that several members of staff have allegedly been laid off without reasonable explanation, among them Tonny and George, who are described by colleagues as hardworking employees.

Another investigation also claims that the two foreign nationals, Seth Adu-Baah and Joseph Yeboah Mensah, both Ghanaians, with passport numbers G5000105 and G3567994 respectively, might be in Kenya illegally.

At the time of going to press, both Joseph Yeboah Mensah and Seth Adu-Baah had not responded to our repeated phone calls seeking their comment and right of reply regarding the claims.

Agripreneurs attached to the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) in Murang'a County have raised concerns over alleged payment deductions, delayed stipends and management issues within the programme, with workers claiming that funds meant to support their field activities have not been fully received as expected.

The complaints come from young agricultural workers engaged under the NAVCDP agripreneur model, a component of the World Bank and Government of Kenya funded initiative designed to support smallholder farmers through digital extension services, farm profiling, market linkages and access to agricultural information aimed at transforming farming into commercially viable enterprises.

According to grievances submitted to this publication, some agripreneurs in Murang'a County claim they experienced unexplained reductions from their expected monthly stipends, with some receiving amounts below what they anticipated, while others report prolonged delays in payment.

The workers say attempts to seek clarification over the deductions and delayed payments have not provided satisfactory answers, leaving them frustrated over the handling of funds within the programme.

The complaints have placed attention on the administration of NAVCDP activities in Murang'a County, where agripreneurs play a key role in supporting farmers across targeted value chains such as dairy, coffee, fruits and vegetables through digital tools, extension support and coordination of agricultural interventions at community level.

The affected workers have raised questions over accountability mechanisms surrounding the management of the programme, arguing that delays and deductions have affected their ability to effectively undertake assigned responsibilities while also undermining confidence among participants who were recruited to support the county's agricultural transformation agenda.

NAVCDP operates through collaboration between national and county government structures, with implementation units responsible for coordinating activities, supporting farmers and ensuring resources reach intended beneficiaries.

The concerns from Murang'a agripreneurs now place focus on the administration of the programme at county level and the need for clarity on stipend management, payment processes and internal oversight mechanisms.

"Hello Nyakundi. I need to expose some rot in NAVCDP within Murang'a County. Some individuals like Regina, Nyamora and the CCE for Agriculture deducted Ksh 3,500 from every agripreneur and pocketed the money. We tried to enquire about it, but they claimed we could not do anything about it. There is a NAVCDP programme in Murang'a County where agripreneurs are supposed to earn a stipend of Ksh 15,000 monthly for projects within the county. However, every agripreneur received deductions from that stipend, with some receiving Ksh 8,000 and others Ksh 11,000. When we tried to enquire about the deductions, our concerns were ignored. The people in charge are Regina, Nyamora and the CCE for Agriculture in Murang'a. Those three have terrorised us for a long time, in addition to leaving us without payment for more than three months."

Reports have emerged from within the Emergency Response Team at Wells Fargo Kenya, where multiple employees have raised concerns over workplace practices they claim have steadily undermined confidence in internal career progression, recruitment procedures and departmental leadership, with workers alleging that long serving members of staff are increasingly being overlooked for opportunities despite years of service, professional experience and operational knowledge, prompting growing calls for greater transparency, accountability and independent scrutiny of management decisions within one of the company's specialised operational units.

The grievances, submitted by several employees familiar with the operations of the Emergency Response Team, describe growing frustration among members of staff who say opportunities for professional growth have increasingly become a source of disillusionment rather than motivation.

According to the complaints, employees who have dedicated years to the organisation believe they continue to be overlooked whenever specialised positions become available, leaving many questioning whether experience, institutional knowledge and proven performance remain the primary considerations in internal appointments.

The concerns also extend to recruitment and deployment decisions within sections of the department, where employees claim certain appointments have fuelled perceptions of favouritism and inconsistent application of recruitment standards.

According to the grievances, these perceptions have created unease among staff who believe transparent and merit based processes are essential to maintaining confidence within an emergency response unit entrusted with critical operational responsibilities.

Beyond recruitment, employees portray a workplace environment they describe as increasingly difficult to navigate, with complaints centring on management style, professional conduct and staff relations.

Workers say interactions between supervisors and junior employees have contributed to declining morale, with some alleging that fear of victimisation has discouraged employees from openly raising workplace concerns through internal channels.

Questions have also been raised about internal eligibility requirements for specialised roles, with employees arguing that some recruitment criteria appear to be applied inconsistently, particularly where existing staff seek career advancement.

According to the complaints, the perceived inconsistency has left many workers feeling that opportunities which should reward experience and long term commitment instead remain beyond their reach despite years of service within the company.

The employees further claim that confidence in existing grievance resolution mechanisms has diminished, prompting calls for the concerns to receive attention beyond the departmental level.

They are now appealing for an independent review of management practices, recruitment procedures, internal promotions and employee welfare within the Emergency Response Team, saying such an assessment would help restore confidence among staff and strengthen accountability within one of the company's specialised operational units.

"We have an issue in the ERT (Emergency Response Team) at Wells Fargo with the head of department by the name of Madam Wacu. I am sharing this from the bottom of my heart on behalf of many suffering employees in this department who have worked for many years at Wells Fargo. Whenever an opportunity arises, she denies us the chance and instead brings in her relatives and friends from the company she previously worked for, KK Company, and awards them the opportunities, despite us having the experience and capability to perform those roles within the institution.

(1) Tribalism at Wells Fargo is rampant, especially in terms of hiring within the Fire Engine department, which is a new department introduced under the ERT. All employees working in that department are relatives of the said managers and earn hefty salaries with allowances, while we have capable employees within the department who can perform well in the Fire Engine department but are overlooked.

(2) We have an issue in the ERT (Emergency Response Team) at Wells Fargo with the Head of Department by the name of Madam Wacu. I am sharing this from the bottom of my heart on behalf of many suffering employees in this department who have worked for many years at Wells Fargo. Whenever an opportunity arises, she denies us the chance and instead brings in her relatives and friends from the company she previously worked for, KK Company, and awards them the opportunities, despite us having the experience and capability to perform those roles within the institution.

(3) She is very toxic and insulting. She insults and uses vulgar language towards her junior employees, even in front of her children, using words like "stupid," "arrogant," and many others.

(4) We request that this matter be addressed by the Group Human Resources department, although we believe the HR representative is from her tribe, so nothing will be done about her. We only hope the Director of the company can listen to these grievances. The Director is Gullen.

(5) She also introduced a height requirement for drivers and the recruitment of new employees, which has denied many people the opportunity to join the company. Even internal employees have missed the chance to grow from being ordinary guards to drivers because of the height restriction, while the so called relatives and friends are brought in without being subjected to the same condition.

The lady I am referring to is none other than Wacu Katoto, ERS/ERT Manager at Wells Fargo."

A fresh labour dispute has emerged at Nairobi based human resources consultancy Work Global Careers Limited, where multiple current and former workers have raised complaints over alleged unpaid wages, verbal hiring arrangements, delayed remuneration and intimidation, prompting calls for scrutiny of the company's employment practices and treatment of young professionals entering the job market.

The complaints centre on the company's Managing Director, whom the workers accuse of engaging employees through verbal agreements without issuing formal employment contracts, a practice they claim leaves staff vulnerable whenever disputes over remuneration arise.

According to the grievances submitted to this publication, employees say they were recruited into various roles, assigned full responsibilities and expected to meet performance targets, only for payment commitments to allegedly become increasingly difficult to enforce once work had already been completed.

One complainant says they were recruited into a business development role under what was presented as an assessment period before transitioning into full employment, with assurances that compensation would be provided for the work undertaken.

The source says they diligently carried out their responsibilities throughout the engagement before the relationship deteriorated, as repeated promises of payment allegedly gave way to shifting timelines and continued delays.

The complainant says the prolonged uncertainty eventually forced them to resign and pursue payment for services already rendered, but claims the matter remained unresolved despite numerous follow ups.

According to the complaint, only a partial payment was eventually made, with the outstanding balance allegedly remaining unpaid weeks later despite continued demands for settlement.

The allegations become more serious with claims that the complainant was threatened after indicating an intention to pursue legal avenues in an effort to recover the outstanding wages.

The source alleges that attempts to seek accountability were met with intimidation rather than resolution, raising further questions about how employment disputes within the organisation are allegedly handled.

The grievances extend beyond a single case.

Multiple sources claim interns and other employees have similarly gone for extended periods without receiving payment for work already performed, with young graduates said to be among those most affected as they join the company seeking experience and an opportunity to establish themselves professionally.

According to the complainants, those who question delayed payments or demand what they believe they are owed allegedly risk hostility, dismissal or being pushed out of the organization altogether.

The complaints have renewed attention on employment practices within sections of Kenya's consultancy industry, where allegations of verbal hiring arrangements, delayed remuneration and the exploitation of inexperienced job seekers continue to surface.

The affected workers are now calling on the relevant labour authorities to examine the allegations, establish whether employment laws have been complied with and determine whether employees who claim to have worked without proper compensation are entitled to appropriate remedies.

"Good Cyprian. I have an exposé about an HR consultant exploiting young employees in her company. She hires people verbally, provides no contracts and does not pay for services rendered. Eunita Mokua, the Managing Director, asked me to work for her as a Business Developer. Initially, she said I should work for a month as she assessed my capabilities and alignment. She agreed to pay me a retainer of 50,000 per month and an additional 10% commission for every deal closed. When the month of June ended, she started acting differently and did not want to pay me. She kept shifting the payment dates until I lost trust and decided to resign and confront her about my payment. She kept taking me in circles until July 6, 2026, when she paid me 5,000 and said she would pay the rest whenever she wanted. She also threatened to kill me if I pursued any legal action against her. It is now two weeks later, and she has still not paid anyone. Even the interns in her office remain unpaid. She exploits desperate graduates and claims she is untouchable."

The United States has issued a worldwide security alert urging its citizens, including those living and travelling in Kenya, to exercise increased caution following heightened tensions in the Middle East and concerns over potential attacks on American interests abroad.

In a global advisory released on Sunday, July 19, the U.S. Department of State warned that the international security environment remains volatile following recent developments involving Iran, cautioning that the situation could deteriorate without warning.

According to the State Department, U.S. diplomatic missions and facilities have previously been targeted during periods of heightened regional tensions, prompting the latest advisory for Americans worldwide.

U.S. Warns of Possible Threats to Americans Overseas ¶

The department cautioned that groups supportive of Iran could target U. S. citizens, diplomatic missions and locations associated with the United States beyond the Middle East.

"Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with the potential for unforeseen escalation. We remind Americans in the region of the continued need for caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments," the advisory stated.

It further warned that American diplomatic facilities, including those located outside the Middle East, remain potential targets during periods of geopolitical instability.

The advisory also urged U.S. citizens to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary risks, monitor local media and follow guidance issued by American embassies and consulates in their respective countries.

Americans in Kenya Advised to Follow Embassy Guidance ¶

For U.S. citizens residing or travelling in Kenya, the State Department directed them to closely monitor security alerts issued by the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi.

The advisory also warned travellers to prepare for possible disruptions, including flight delays, cancellations and temporary airspace closures that could arise if tensions escalate further.

Officials said travellers should remain aware of their surroundings, review emergency plans and stay informed about any changes affecting international travel.

Iran Claims Raise Concern Despite Lack of Evidence ¶

The global security advisory comes days after Iran's state broadcaster, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), published claims suggesting that Kenya possesses "strategic military reserves" that could become involved in the ongoing Middle East conflict.

The post, shared on the broadcaster's official X account on July 9, quoted an analyst alleging that Kenya and Nigeria would "enter the field at the appropriate time."

Kenyan authorities have not issued any statement supporting the claim, and no evidence has emerged indicating that Kenya plans to participate in the conflict.

The U.S. advisory did not mention Kenya specifically in relation to the Iranian claims but instead issued a general warning applicable to American citizens worldwide amid the evolving security situation.

Employees and field agents engaged in the rollout of Savanna Fibre (Kenya) Limited have painted a sharply different picture from the company's fast growing public profile, with multiple workers claiming that behind the internet provider's aggressive expansion across Nairobi and heavily marketed low cost high speed fibre packages lies a pattern of delayed payments, shifting remuneration terms, uncertainty over contractual arrangements and mounting financial hardship among personnel tasked with driving customer acquisition and network growth.

Savanna Fibre has rapidly established itself as one of Nairobi's most competitively priced internet service providers, attracting households through unlimited fibre packages, free installation, complimentary routers and ambitious expansion into neighbourhoods such as Kilimani, Kileleshwa, Langata, Lavington, Westlands and Parklands, positioning itself as a disruptive player in Kenya's broadband market as competition within the sector intensifies.

This news outlet has received detailed narrations from multiple workers who claim the company increasingly relied on third party partners to recruit sales personnel from the beginning of the year, with the sources claiming the arrangement resulted in uncertainty over who bore responsibility for salary payments, leaving many agents caught between the company and external recruitment partners as each side allegedly directed payment inquiries elsewhere while workers continued delivering sales targets.

The workers claim the uncertainty surrounding remuneration contributed to severe financial strain among some personnel, with several allegedly leaving the programme after months of frustration while others are said to have accumulated rent arrears and other financial obligations after expected earnings failed to materialize within the timelines communicated during recruitment.

Further grievances have emerged from workers recruited into the company's apartment acquisition programme, a unit tasked with securing agreements from landlords and property managers to facilitate fibre infrastructure installation within residential developments before customer connections could begin, with the workers claiming they accepted the roles after being presented with a remuneration structure consisting of per unit payments together with weekly facilitation and operational support that they say never materialized as initially communicated.

According to the workers, the terms governing payment were repeatedly revised after recruitment, with timelines changing several times over the course of their engagement before new performance conditions were introduced linking earnings to subsequent customer acquisitions after infrastructure approvals had already been secured, a development the workers claim fundamentally altered the basis upon which they had accepted the assignments.

The sources further claim that workers who questioned payment delays or sought clarification over the changing remuneration structure were removed from internal communication groups, leaving many without clear channels through which to pursue outstanding dues or obtain explanations regarding the status of their engagements.

The workers also question the company's mode of payment, claiming remuneration was made through M-Pesa rather than conventional payroll systems, with some expressing the view that the arrangement complicated record keeping and accountability for engagements involving large numbers of field personnel, while maintaining that several third party partners are still waiting to receive funds they say are required before outstanding payments can be passed on to sales agents.

"Hello Cyprian. I have a complaint about Savannah Fibre Limited. It is a complaint about payments and their mode of conduct. This is a registered company that has invested in Kenya and employs Kenyan youth. First of all, from January they began hiring sales people solely through third parties, that is, outside partners. The company only exerted pressure on sales people to deliver results, but when it came to payments, sales agents were usually referred to the outside partners to make inquiries. Some of our colleagues left due to frustration, while some people, as we speak, were chased from their houses because of rent arrears, and up to now nothing has been paid by the so called partners working with Savannah Fibre. In April, the company hired acquisition agents to operate as apartment acquisition agents who were mandated to meet house owners or agents and sign contracts so the company could construct and install fibre cables in their apartments, allowing clients from those apartments to be connected. This department was headed by one Teresia Akinyi. While hiring, they told us we were going to be paid Ksh 50 per unit in an apartment, meaning if an apartment had 100 rooms, you would get Ksh 50 per unit. We were also supposed to receive Ksh 2,500 weekly as facilitation and Ksh 500 airtime credits. We worked tirelessly for the first three weeks without any facilitation or any communication from them. They then began giving promises after promises. As time went by, they began removing anyone who complained from the group. Later, after two months on the job, they started changing the goalposts, saying we would be paid in the third month. Later on, they said that after acquisition, you also had to make sales in those apartments before you could be paid. We ended up receiving salaries as low as Ksh 800 after waiting for two months. Another fishy thing is that this company pays through M-Pesa, seemingly to avoid leaving traces of hiring enormous numbers of people and to hide the rot that is going on. This company needs to be called out and its activities exposed. As we speak, some outside partners are yet to pay their sales agents, citing non payment from the company."

Employees at Asyana Gardens in Nkoroi, Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, have raised complaints over labour conditions at the hospitality facility, with several workers claiming they have experienced prolonged working hours, delayed salary payments, unexplained deductions, frequent departmental transfers and what they describe as unfair treatment after raising workplace grievances.

Asyana Gardens, a four-star family resort and events venue located along Nosim Road in Nkoroi, has grown into a popular hospitality destination serving families, corporate groups and private functions through its accommodation facilities, swimming pools, restaurants, conference halls and outdoor event spaces.

Multiple employees who spoke to this publication on condition of anonymity claimed some staff members have been working for between 10 and 11 hours a day while experiencing delays in salary payments and deductions from their wages.

The workers claimed that employees who question delayed payments or seek clarification over their dues have been subjected to intimidation, harassment and termination of employment.

The employees also claimed that workers are frequently moved between departments without clear explanations, with some saying the transfers have been used to pressure staff members who raise complaints over their working conditions and payment issues.

Several workers further claimed that a number of employees have been dismissed in recent days amid disagreements over salary payments and workplace treatment, leaving remaining staff members fearful of speaking openly about their experiences.

This publication has received detailed narrations from employees at Asyana Gardens who requested anonymity over fears that revealing their identities could expose them to retaliation at the workplace.

"Hi Cyprian. I am a staff member at Asyana Gardens. Please hide my identity. What has been happening here is true. We are being mistreated. Our salaries are delayed, yet deductions are still made from our pay. We are constantly being moved from one department to another and subjected to harassment. We work between 10 and 11 hours a day, and employees who ask for their salaries or question the delays end up being victimised or dismissed. I am personally going through a difficult time because I spoke up and told them that we have bills to pay and they should stop delaying our salaries. There is a manager called Andrew who is behind much of what is happening. Many employees find him manipulative and intimidating, and some staff members also complain about inappropriate conduct towards female employees. Since last week, almost everyone has been dismissed, with only one employee remaining. Please help expose what is happening, but kindly keep my identity anonymous."

Former Radio Africa journalist Rose Mbugua died on Friday evening after the motorcycle she was travelling on crashed into a concrete mixer along Uhuru Highway in Nairobi.

The accident happened at around 5.30pm near the University Way roundabout, where police said the motorcycle and a Foton concrete mixer were travelling from the Westlands direction towards the city centre.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the motorcycle rider hit the pavement, lost control of the bike and crashed into the left side of the concrete mixer.

The impact threw Mbugua, who was riding as a pillion passenger, from the motorcycle before she sustained severe head injuries and died at the scene.

Police officers visited the area, recorded details of the crash and later moved her body to the Nairobi City Mortuary for a postmortem examination.

Investigations are continuing as police seek to establish the full circumstances surrounding the accident and whether any other factors contributed to the fatal crash.

Friends and former colleagues described the 24 year old journalist as hardworking, humble and committed to her work during her time in the media industry.

Her death came during a deadly night on Kenyan roads, when police recorded 13 fatalities from separate accidents involving five motorcycle riders, two pedestrians, five passengers and one pillion passenger.

More than 20 other people sustained serious injuries during the accidents, with police saying motorcycle crashes continue to account for a large share of road deaths across the country.

Senior Counsel Paul Muite has asked the Kenyan government to explain reports that seven American Ebola response workers are quarantining at a bio-isolation facility at Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki.

The reported quarantine is the first publicly confirmed use of the facility since its construction and comes amid an unresolved court dispute over the project and the admission of foreign patients.

In a statement shared on X on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Muite questioned whether the government was complying with existing court orders and sought clarification on the public health safeguards in place.

The High Court temporarily suspended construction of the facility and the admission of foreign patients pending determination of a constitutional petition. Muite’s intervention puts fresh scrutiny on whether the reported use of the unit is consistent with those orders.

Reuters reported that the seven Americans work for the Christian humanitarian organisation Samaritan’s Purse. They had been deployed as part of an Ebola response mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The Nanyuki facility has faced legal and political controversy since the United States announced plans to establish a 50-bed bio-isolation unit for American citizens exposed to Ebola while serving in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.

A fourth-year student at Africa Nazarene University (ANU) has raised concerns over what she describes as repeated financial demands linked to her attachment programme, claiming the additional costs have disrupted her studies and forced her to previously abandon her university journey.

The student, who requested anonymity, said she joined the university in 2018 but was forced to drop out after encountering similar challenges, before returning in 2022 when she enrolled for an attachment programme in Mumias after paying Ksh 16,000 as the required attachment fee.

She claims that after making the payment, she was later informed that she needed to raise an additional Ksh 20,750, a demand she says left her unable to proceed with the programme and forced her to seek alternative ways of raising money before eventually re enrolling this year.

The student says that after paying another Ksh 20,000 attachment fee upon returning to university, she has again been informed that she must pay an additional Ksh 20,750 to facilitate a lecturer travelling to Kisumu to supervise her attachment.

“I have requested for online supervision but they have refused,” the student said, adding that the repeated financial demands have placed her under immense pressure as she tries to complete her degree.

She says she comes from a difficult background and is an orphan, arguing that the additional charges have made it increasingly difficult for her to continue pursuing her education despite having already made payments required by the institution.

Africa Nazarene University, a private chartered Christian institution established in 1994 by the Church of the Nazarene, operates campuses in Ongata Rongai and Nairobi CBD and offers programmes across various fields, including business, law, technology, humanities and social sciences.

The student is appealing for intervention from relevant education authorities and university leadership to review the attachment supervision requirements and provide clarity on the additional charges being demanded from students.

"Hello Cyprian, I am a student in distress. I am a fourth year student at Africa Nazarene University, and I feel so frustrated with the way these people are treating me. I joined university in 2018, and I had to drop out because of the same issue they are raising right now. In 2022, I enrolled for attachment in Mumias. I am an orphan from a very poor background. That aside, I paid the full attachment fee, which was Ksh 16,000, only to be called and told that I needed to add another Ksh 20,750. I had to quit. I started hustling and enrolled back this year again. After paying another Ksh 20,000 attachment fee, they are again demanding Ksh 20,750 to facilitate a lecturer who is coming to supervise me in Kisumu. I have requested for online supervision, but they have refused. This is so depressing."

A police officer attached to Kabarnet Police Station in Baringo County was admitted to hospital after reporting that he woke up at his residence within the police lines with blood stains on his bedding and injuries after a night out in Kabarnet town.

According to a police report recorded under OB No. 27/15/07/2026 at 1240 hours, PC No. 254171 Simon Ngethe reported that on July 11, 2026, at about 1830 hours, he left for a club within Kabarnet town where he consumed alcoholic drinks before becoming intoxicated.

“He went to a club within Kabarnet town, which he could not remember, where he consumed alcoholic drinks and became drunk,” the OB report reads in part.

The officer told police that after becoming drunk, he was unable to recall the events that followed, only finding himself back at his house within the police lines at about 0430 hours.

“He further reported that he later found himself at his house within the police lines at about 0430 hrs, where he found his beddings stained with blood,” the report states.

The report further indicates that PC Ngethe noticed he was experiencing pain in the anal area, which also had blood stains, prompting concerns over what may have occurred during the period he could not account for.

“He was experiencing pain in the anal area, which also had blood stains,” the OB report adds.

Following the report, the Station Deputy OCS and the duty officer visited the officer at Tiony Care Hospital, where they found him admitted in stable condition and receiving medical attention.

The incident has been referred to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Baringo Central for further investigations as authorities seek to establish the circumstances surrounding the officer’s condition and events leading to the reported injuries.

Police records indicate that investigations are ongoing, with a progress report expected once officers conclude inquiries into the matter.

Reports of alleged poor working conditions at Samrat Supermarket in Diani, Kwale County, have emerged after multiple employees raised complaints over remuneration, working hours and staff treatment, claiming that workers at the establishment are subjected to long shifts, limited employment benefits and a workplace environment that has left staff members dissatisfied.

According to the employees, workers at the supermarket operate from 8am to 8pm without overtime compensation, with staff members claiming that their monthly salaries stand at about Ksh 10,000 despite the extended working hours and responsibilities assigned to them.

The employees further claim that they are not provided with regular off days or annual leave, alleging that staff members continue working for extended periods without adequate rest or time away from duty.

The workers also raise concerns over their interactions with the supermarket management, claiming that disagreements with the manager, identified as Mihir, often result in employees being dismissed abruptly and in front of customers.

The employees claim that some staff members have also been required to perform duties outside their assigned roles, alleging that workers such as Kiplimo and Obed, who previously worked as shamba boys for the manager, have continued handling similar responsibilities alongside their supermarket duties, with refusal allegedly resulting in dismissal.

The workers further claim that employees who resign from the supermarket are not issued recommendation letters, a situation they say affects their ability to secure future employment opportunities.

Concerns have also been raised over meals provided to staff, with the employees claiming that workers receive two small chapatis and mchicha for breakfast, alongside lunch sourced from a local kibanda, which they describe as inadequate considering the duration of their shifts.

The employees are now calling on the Ministry of Labour and relevant authorities in Kwale County to look into the complaints and assess the working conditions at Samrat Supermarket, urging intervention over what they describe as challenges affecting workers at the establishment.

At the time the complaints were raised, the allegations had not been independently verified, and Samrat Supermarket management had not issued a public response regarding the claims.

"Hello Cyprian. Kindly hide my ID. I am one of the employees working at this supermarket located in Diani, Kwale County, called Samrat. This supermarket is managed by Mihir, an Indian guy who always frustrates employees.

(1) No off day.

(2) No leave.

(3) They pay Ksh 10,000 per month.

(4) In case of misunderstanding with the boss, he will chase you away like burukenge in front of customers.

(5) They offer 2 small chapatis and mchicha to staff for breakfast, including lunch from a kibanda.

(6) The same employees, Kiplimo and Obed, used to work as shamba boys for Mr Mihir. Failure to do so will result in being sacked.

(7) No recommendation letter in case you resign.

(8) Working long hours from 8am to 8pm with no overtime.

Kindly pass this information to the Ministry of Labour and the people of Kwale County at large."

Outsourced employees engaged by Sachi East Africa Limited have accused the human resource consultancy of maintaining precarious employment terms, paying low wages, inconsistently remitting statutory deductions and intimidating staff who raise workplace grievances.

The workers are calling on the company and relevant labour authorities to investigate the allegations and ensure employees can report concerns without fear of retaliation. Sachi supplies workers to several businesses in Kenya, including Keitt Exporters Limited and Avoafrica Oil Industries in Kenol, Makuyu, Murang’a County.

According to the complaint, many employees are hired as general workers on short-term contracts renewed every month. They say the arrangement creates persistent uncertainty and leaves them worried that speaking out could result in their contracts not being renewed.

The employees also claim they regularly work shifts of up to 12 hours without fair overtime compensation. They say wages, particularly for staff assigned to the production unit at Avoafrica Oil Industries, are low compared with the hours worked and demands of the job.

Questions have also been raised about statutory deductions. Workers allege that contributions intended for the National Social Security Fund are not always remitted consistently, despite deductions reportedly being made from their salaries.

In a message detailing their grievances, the workers said:

"Hello Cyprian. I hope this message finds you well. I’m reaching out to you because of your courage in highlighting issues that many people are afraid to speak about publicly. I would like to bring to your attention the situation facing employees working under Sachi East Africa Limited, an HR consultancy that provides manpower to Keitt Exporters Limited in Kenol, Makuyu, Murang’a County. Many of us are employed under the title of "general worker," but the conditions we work under are extremely harsh. Employees are placed on short-term contracts renewed monthly, which creates constant uncertainty and fear of job loss. Despite working long hours, often up to 12 hours a day, there are serious concerns that overtime is not being fairly compensated, and salaries are low, especially for the production unit team under Avoafrica Oil Industries. Additionally, there are growing concerns among workers about statutory deductions such as NSSF not being consistently remitted. Attempts to raise these issues internally are often met with intimidation, and in some cases, workers who speak up risk losing their jobs. Because of this environment, many employees feel voiceless and afraid to come forward openly. I kindly request that you look into this matter and, if possible, help shed light on these concerns. Your platform could make a meaningful difference in bringing attention to the welfare of workers who feel unheard and unprotected. Thank you for your time and for the work you do in giving a voice to those who need it most. Kind regards, Concerned Workers."

The complainants allege that internal efforts to seek clarification about their employment conditions have sometimes been met with intimidation or the risk of victimisation and job loss. They want scrutiny of the company’s contracting practices, remuneration, overtime compensation and statutory remittances.

Roofing manufacturer Heritage Mabati Mills Ltd, based in Ruiru, Kiambu County, and known for manufacturing and supplying steel roofing sheets and a wide range of construction materials across Kenya, is under the spotlight after a complaint emerged over an undelivered order, with a client claiming the company failed to supply additional roofing sheets and accessories despite receiving payment.

According to the complaint, the dispute relates to an existing roofing order that was later expanded through the purchase of extra roofing sheets and related accessories after the initial transaction had already been completed.

The complainant says payment for the additional materials was made in full and that proof of the transaction is available, with the expectation that the extra items would be processed and delivered together with the rest of the order within the agreed timelines.

It is further claimed that communication with the company ceased shortly after the payment was made, with repeated calls seeking an update on the order allegedly going unanswered and no explanation being provided regarding the status of the additional roofing materials.

Despite making numerous follow up attempts, the complainant maintains that the paid for items have not been delivered, leaving the roofing project at a standstill while awaiting both the materials and a response from the company.

The complainant is now calling on Heritage Mabati Mills Ltd to resolve the matter by providing an update on the order and delivering the roofing sheets and accessories that were paid for. At the time the complaint was raised, the matter was said to remain unresolved despite repeated attempts to contact the company through its known communication channels.

"Hello Nyakundi. I kindly request your help. I paid Heritage Mabati for additional roofing sheets and other roofing items, but immediately after making the payment, they stopped responding to my calls and messages. I have made several attempts to follow up, but I have not received any response or the materials I paid for. Kindly help me call them out so they can deliver my order. I have attached the proof of payment as evidence."