Nairobi
Family appeals for help after daughter disappears at Nairobi's Karen mall
A family from Nairobi's Dagoretti area is appealing for help after their 13-year-old daughter went missing at a popular mall in Karen on September 7, 2025. Mall CCTV footage captured her last moments with friends before she vanished. The family reported the incident to police, but there has been no significant progress.
Aladwa and Arati signal Sakaja will not get ODM ticket for 2027
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) announced on Thursday that it will field its own candidate for the Nairobi gubernatorial seat in 2027, with the party ticket restricted to members only. This is a blow to incumbent Governor Johnson Sakaja, who had close ties to former party leader Raila Odinga. ODM Nairobi members have declared Makadara MP George Aladwa as their aspirant.
DCI refutes arrest claims of suspected serial killer Collins Jumaisi
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has denied reports that Collins Jumaisi, the prime suspect in the murders of 42 women in Nairobi, has been rearrested. The suspect, who escaped custody last year, remains at large, according to official statements. Authorities are offering a Ksh1 million reward for information leading to his capture.
Nairobi landlords to pay higher land rates from 2026
Nairobi City County Government has introduced new land rates effective January 1, 2026, increasing costs for property owners. The rates, set under the National Rating Act 2024, apply uniformly across property categories and include flat fees for certain zones. Officials urge owners to review their valuations and open necessary accounts.