Njeri Mwangi

Mombasa county scrutinized over secret Ksh17 billion tender award

Mombasa County faces criticism from a human rights group for awarding a Ksh17 billion waste-to-energy tender to a Ghanaian conglomerate without public participation or assembly approval. The Centre for Litigation Trust has issued a seven-day ultimatum demanding transparency on the process. County assembly members have also questioned the lack of involvement in the decision.

Dutch national assaults police in Diani after arrest

October 29, 2025 Njeri Mwangi

A Dutch national was arrested in Diani, Kwale County, for assaulting a woman and vandalising property, leading to a viral video of him abusing police officers at the station. The National Police Service condemned the incident and praised the officers' restraint. The suspect faces charges and potential deportation.

Nacada seizes counterfeit alcohol worth Sh5.28 million in Kajiado

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (Nacada) has seized counterfeit alcohol worth Sh5.28 million in an operation in Kitengela, Kajiado County. The raid involved collaboration with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and National Police Service (NPS). The shop owner was arrested, and the alcohol was taken for further inspection.

Government plans to reskill retrenched sugar workers

The Kenyan government has announced plans to reskill and redeploy workers affected by the restructuring of state-owned sugar companies. Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua shared these details during a Senate appearance on October 29, 2025, as part of efforts to revive the struggling sugar industry. This follows legal challenges from thousands of employees over redundancy notices.

Former kayole ocs breaks down in court while testifying

October 29, 2025 Njeri Mwangi

Former Kayole police station commander SSP Dennis Omunga broke down in court while testifying in a murder case against six officers. He recalled losing 13 officers during his short tenure amid high crime. The case concerns the killing of Wycliffe Vincent Owuor, a suspect in a 2019 Sh72 million robbery.

Kenha warns motorists over flooded Thika-Garissa road

The Kenya National Highways Authority has cautioned drivers against using the Thika-Garissa road due to severe flooding from intensified short rains. Traffic is disrupted between Bangali and Madogo, with impassable sections reported. Engineers are monitoring the situation as rainfall continues across several counties.

Dutchman who assaulted girlfriend and officers in Diani to be detained 14 days

A 47-year-old Dutch national has been ordered detained for 14 more days to allow police to complete investigations into his case. He was arrested after assaulting his girlfriend and attacking officers at Diani Police Station. The court granted the prosecution's request to ensure the probe is not compromised.