The court directed the Inspector-General of Police and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to pay the four claimants for violations that included confiscating their mobile phones and failing to inform their families about their arrests and whereabouts.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn his ruling, Justice Gregory Mutai found that the evidence presented did not justify suspending the airport upgrade.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe state said Mackenzie, also known as Mtumishi, Nabii and Papaa, was linked to instructions that encouraged followers to continue fasting until death. It maintained that the accused had different roles in a coordinated practice that ultimately resulted in the loss of lives.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a judgment delivered on Friday, October 16, 2026, the appellate court ruled that the commission’s recruitment mandate covers civilian staff rather than uniformed officers, affirming the distinction between the two institutions’ constitutional responsibilities.
By David AbonyoJustice T. Cherere handed down the sentence after finding Sagero guilty of murder contrary to Section 203 as read with Section 204 of the Penal Code
By Chrispho OwuorAuthorities are now seeking to establish how the document was obtained and whether the application process was properly followed. Investigators have sought Elolo's travel records, passport application documents and further identity checks as they pursue the case.
By David AbonyoThe High Court also upheld the order barring Waititu and Wangari from holding public office, whether through election or appointment, for 10 years under Section 64 of the law.
By Bradley BosireCaroline Lihavi Imbayi appeared before Chief Magistrate Dr Victor Wakumile, where she pleaded not guilty to the charge of conspiracy to defraud Dennis Ondieki Monari
By Chrispho OwuorThe prosecution authority said the accused were directors and signatories to bank accounts belonging to Ekwang Suppliers Company Limited through which the money was received
By Chrispho OwuorThe Supreme Court is due to hear the case on Wednesday, October 14, following an earlier decision by the Court of Appeal that upheld the payments.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe three-judge bench overturned orders that had halted the implementation of the Health Cooperation Framework, finding that keeping the suspension in place could interfere with access to critical treatment and other medical support.
By Bradley BosireThe case against three people linked to St Abraham Sayuni church includes allegations that hot water was poured on three minors during a purported exorcism ritual.
By David AbonyoTestifying in the murder trial of Wairimu before Lady Justice Diana Rachel Kavedza on Monday, Muiruri said Cohen made the chilling remark during their last conversation on July 19, 2019, days before he went missing.
By Samuel OtienoThe murder case, filed in 2012, took more than a decade to reach judgment. On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, the High Court convicted Sagaray and the three Kenyan co-accused, finding that the prosecution had proved the murder charge against them
By Chrispho OwuorThe matter is scheduled for mention on October 14 for further directions, including consideration of requests for conservatory orders.
By David AbonyoWachira was charged alongside Arthur Otula, Rosemary Daraja, and other suspects in connection with the alleged loss of Sh17,591,473 between October 2024 and May 20, 2025.
By Morgan WanyonyiIn his judgment dated 6 October, Justice Gregory Mutai said the failure by the Cabinet Secretary responsible for agriculture to constitute the board under the Fertilizers and Animal Foodstuffs Act was unlawful and inconsistent with Articles 10(2)(c) and 129(2) of the Constitution.
By David AbonyoThe suspects are politician Rose Mbithe Mulwa, her two children Chris Mulwa and Angela Mulwa, and police constables Julius Kipkoech Cheruiyot and Kennedy Kipkemei Borboroi.
By Chrispho OwuorMoi University had asked the court to extend the period, blaming the delay on a change of legal representation that followed the High Court judgment. The institution said it had also relied on its former advocates’ assurance that the necessary requirements had been fulfilled.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Agriculture, Rural and Urban Development sector carries the highest liability at Sh84.9 billion. It is followed by Energy, Infrastructure and ICT with Sh47.1 billion, while the Health sector has court awards totalling Sh27.1 billion.
By Maureen KinyanjuiPolice told Molo Resident Magistrate Christine Mugo on Tuesday that they needed more time to complete DNA tests on samples collected from the scene, conduct a post-mortem examination and subject the suspect to a mental health assessment.
By David AbonyoThe court will hear the matter on a priority basis, with a mention scheduled for November 12 to establish whether the parties have complied with the court's directions and to give further orders.
By Bradley BosireIn an affidavit filed against the bail application, David Ndetei said he was personally affected by the case and claimed he had faced threats from some of the accused before his wife's death
By Bradley BosireThe case arose on May 1, 2025 after the child wandered away from home. Her mother went looking for her and found her at Thuku’s compound, where she witnessed him engaging in inappropriate sexual conduct involving the child.
By David AbonyoHe appeared before the Kwale Law Courts today, October 5, where he pleaded not guilty to the charge.
By Samuel OtienoA three-judge bench comprising Justices Charles Kariuki, Lawrence Mugambi and Bahati Mwamuye ruled that the JSC did not carry out the required initial assessment before issuing notices to the judges.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAt the Kakamega Law Courts, Kwendo faces a main charge of defilement, an alternative charge of committing an indecent act with a child.
By Samuel OtienoThe Constitution guarantees an accused person the right to choose and be represented by an advocate and, where substantial injustice would otherwise result, to have an advocate assigned at state expense. C
By Chrispho OwuorThe evidence was heard during the murder trial of Sarah Wairimu, who is accused of killing her husband, the Dutch businessman, with four prosecution witnesses appearing before Lady Justice Diana Rachel Kavedza on Thursday.
By Maureen KinyanjuiJustice Rose Ougo on Thursday declined to strike out the case, allowing the commission to continue with its claim over money it alleges was unlawfully acquired through dealings linked to road construction tenders.
By Bradley Bosire