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Photos Capture the Shooting of a Civilian by a Kenyan Police Officer Amid Protests

Nairobi · Nairobi

Photos Capture the Shooting of a Civilian by a Kenyan Police Officer Amid Protests

42% Center coverage: 12 sources

An Associated Press photographer captured the shooting of a civilian by a Kenyan police officer in the head at close range on Tuesday, during the latest protest against the country’s deadly and pervasive issue of police brutality.It happened on one of Nairobi's busiest streets, again outraging many Kenyans, who have long witnessed officers shooting or beating protesters and others. Tuesday’s shooting was rare because the officer fired in full vi…See the Story

Kenya: Muturi Wants Ruto to Suspend Dig Lagat Amid Probe Over Ojwang's Murder in Custody

International · Nairobi

Kenya: Muturi Wants Ruto to Suspend Dig Lagat Amid Probe Over Ojwang's Murder in Custody

50% Center coverage: 8 sources

Nairobi -- Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has called on President William Ruto to suspend Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat to allow for an impartial investigation into the death of blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody.See the Story

Kenya: Ruto Assents to the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws Bill

European Union · Nairobi

Kenya: Ruto Assents to the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws Bill

Coverage: 2 sources

President William Ruto assented to the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025 at State House Nairobi on Tuesday.See the Story

Violence Erupts in Kenya as 'Goons' Attack Protesters over Death in Police Custody

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Hundreds of men armed with whips and clubs, known locally as 'goons', attacked groups of protesters in Kenya on Tuesday. The demonstrations were sparked by the recent death of a man while in police custody.…Protestors · Nairobi See the Story

Police Officer Arrested over Albert Ojwang Murder

Coverage: 2 sources

Mukhwana is accused of involvement in the fatal incident that occurred after Ojwang’s arrest and detention.International · Nairobi See the Story

Police nab terror suspect in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 18 – A 22 year-old man was arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of potential involvement in terror-related activities. The National Police Service says the suspect was arrested at approximately 23:20 hours by police officers who were on patrol. “His evasive and erratic behaviour attracted the attention of alert officers from Kamukunji Police Station, prompting them to question him and inspect the contents of a bag in his possessio…Nairobi · Nairobi See the Story

Hearing of Former Pangani Officer Ahmed Rashid’s Murder Case Resumes Today

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 18 – The hearing of a murder case against former Pangani Police Station officer Ahmed Rashid is set to resume today at the Kibera Law Courts. Rashid is facing charges of murdering two teenagers — Jamal Mohammed and Mohammed Dhair Kheri — in a controversial incident that occurred in March 2017 at Amal Plaza in Eastleigh, Nairobi. Dubbed the ‘killer cop’, Rashid was filmed shooting the two young men as the lay on the ground on a…Nairobi · Nairobi Read Article

Anti-riot police filmed leaving with laptops stolen by goons during protests

Anti-riot police officers were captured in a footage making away with a laptop stolen by goons who had broken into an electronics shops in Nairobi CBD.Nairobi · Nairobi Read Article

He calls me 'wife' after fierce struggle with his baby Mamas

I would have laughed incredulously if someone had told me years ago that the man who used to brag about never getting married would be planning our wedding anniversary while massaging my growing tummy. However, here I am. With Dr Bokko’s assistance, I, Mercy, transformed a legendary heartbreaker into a devoted spouse. Kelvin had three […] SourceNairobi · Nairobi Read Article

Nairobi celebrity barber bedridden amid health struggles, fans sympathise with him

A celebrity barber, Sam, from Nairobi, is currently bedridden due to health challenges, sparking sympathy and support from fans and fellow celebrities.Entertainment · Nairobi Read Article

Juliani’s Sheria song sparks debate amidst police brutality: “He saw it coming”

Juliani made waves for his creative genius. The musician's Sheria song was revived and was commended for using music as a tool to fight political injustice.Police Brutality · Nairobi Read Article

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