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Malindi detectives seize cannabis-stuffed SUV after dramatic pursuit
The operation unfolded on September 24, 2025, after officers received intelligence about a vehicle ferrying an illicit consignment through Malindi.
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Crime
Court finds four have case to answer in George Muchai murder
The prosecution argued that the killings were not random acts of violence, but had been carefully planned. They pointed to the use of high-powered firearms and the close-range execution of the victims as evidence that the crime had been premeditated.
Sports
Arteta wants to see more from Eze
"He still needs a little more time with those guys to understand the timings, especially the things that he needs to do. "Then actions like that will be more consistent and better for us. In general, very good. There is still a lot more to give.
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NPS confirms death of Kenyan police officer who went missing in Haiti
NPS said the officer was reported missing on March 25, 2025, after an attack along the Carrefour Paye-Savien supply route in the Pont-Sonde area of Haiti’s Artibonite Department.
Health and Wellness
Counties at risk: Over 40 depend heavily on hospital fees
The report covering the year ending June 30, 2025, shows that fees from hospitals—collected through out-of-pocket payments or claims reimbursement—make up more than half of local revenue in most counties.
Sports
Formula 1: Five years after horror crash nearly killed him, Grosjean returns with Hass
Grosjean's car, loaded full of fuel, speared through the metal barriers after a 192kph impact, ripping in half before erupting in a fireball – on the opening lap of the November 29 race at Bahrain's desert Sakhir circuit.
Business
KCB takes over two firms after Sh1.9 billion loan defaults
The lender-appointed administrators have assumed management of Korara Highlands Tea Factory Limited, which owes Sh1.155 billion, while a receiver manager has taken over Elson Plastics of Kenya Limited, which is indebted by Sh775 million.
Sports
Win tickets to watch Nairobi United host NEC FC in the CAF Confederation Cup this Saturday
The tie is finely poised; the first leg having ended in a 2-2 draw at the Nakivubo Stadium in Kampala last weekend. Both teams will know that the tie is very much there for the taking, making it a must watch for football lovers.
Business
Insurance profits fall 23% as claims rise by Sh17 billion
The report shows that total claims and policyholder benefits across general, long-term, and micro-insurance surged 16 per cent to Sh123 billion, up from Sh106 billion in Q2 2024.
Global Affairs
Netanyahu heads to UN, vows to defend Israel’s truth and reject Palestinian Statehood
The prime minister linked these concerns to his upcoming meetings in Washington, stating that he will again meet with US President Donald Trump to discuss Israel’s objectives in the ongoing conflict.
Sports
Carabao Cup: Newcastle to host Tottenham in round 4
Arsenal fielded a strong side and got the job done professionally. New signing Eberechi Eze opened his account for the Gunners before Leandro Trossard wrapped up the win late on.
News
Kalonzo rules out running mate role, says 2027 bid is for top seat
Kalonzo's latest position marks a tougher stand compared to previous election cycles, sending a strong signal as political formations begin to shape up ahead of 2027.
Crime
Nigerian man sentenced in high-stakes drug case at Kahawa Law Courts
Onuh was fined a total of Sh 46,500,000 for counts 1, 3, and 4. Should he fail to pay, he faces 20 years in prison for each count. However, the court ruled that these sentences will run concurrently.
Sports
Teamwork made the dreamwork, Odira reveals, of Tokyo 800 metre gold chase
She stopped the clock in a championship record of 1:54.62, closely followed by the British pair of Hunter Bell (1:54.90) and Hodgkinson (1:54.91). In a rarity for athletics.
News
Explainer: What the law says about desecration of the Kenyan flag
Few people realize that Kenya has strict rules governing the use and display of the national flag under the National Flag, Emblems and Names Act.
Health and Wellness
WHO: No proven link between autism and paracetamol, vaccines safe
WHO strongly reaffirmed that vaccines do not cause autism, pointing to decades of evidence and large-scale studies from multiple countries that have consistently reached the same conclusion.
Global Affairs
Colombia President condemns lethal US anti-drug operations
President Petro questioned the necessity of such lethal measures, asking, "Why launch a missile if you could simply stop the boat and arrest the crew? That's what one would call murder."
Global Affairs
Kenya and Benin seal landmark visa-free deal
The deal, signed at the UN General Assembly by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Benin’s Foreign Minister Oleshegun Adjadi Bakar, allows nationals to stay for up to 180 days.
News
PSRA Chief: Terror attacks reshaped role of private security in Kenya
Director General Philip Leakey Okello said his heart goes out to families affected by the 2013 Westgate attack, which left 71 people dead and more than 200 injured.
Education and Career
Ministry investigates teacher over alleged humiliation of Nakuru schoolgirls
Nakuru County Director of Education Victoria Mulili said a ministry team spent most of yesterday at the school conducting a fact-finding mission.
Sports
Golf: All you need to know about the 2025 Ryder Cup
The Ryder Cup is the definition of team golf at its finest, and the U.S. team is working to win back the prestigious title after a battering two years ago in Rome.
Business
Treasury dismisses claims of Sh317 billion loss over cancelled dam project
The project had been submitted as a Privately Initiated Proposal by the GBM consortium in January 2023 and approved to enter the project development phase.
Global Affairs
Dallas ICE shooting leaves one dead, two critically injured
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that three detainees were shot. One has died, and two remain in critical condition.
News
Kenya to host Africa-France innovation summit in 2026
The Nairobi-hosted summit, co-organized by Kenya and France, will bring together African and French heads of state and government. Its focus will be on fostering innovation, promoting economic growth, and building partnerships that offer mutual benefit.
News
Kenya pays Sh5 billion in penalties over delayed donor project payments
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu revealed that the Treasury incurred avoidable interest payments of Sh4,882,803,834 across 17 projects.
Sports
CAF Confederations Cup: Ugandan outfit NEC FC safely lands in Nairobi ahead of crucial test
"We arrived safely in Kenya's capital city Nairobi ahead of the return leg fixture on Saturday, a statement from NEC read.
Business
Taifa Gas challenges court suspension of Mombasa LPG project
The Environment and Land Court (ELC) had halted construction of the 30,000-tonne terminus pending the hearing of a petition by local residents.
Global Affairs
Jimmy Kimmel returns, defends comedy and free speech
The comedian accused the Trump administration of engaging in “bullying,” singling out FCC Chair Brendan Carr, who had publicly threatened ABC with regulatory action over Kimmel’s remarks.
News
Youth leader, Makotsi calls for tech-driven reforms in Kenya’s electoral process
IEBC will be resuming its Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) from Monday, September 29, 2025.
Education and Career
MPs slam TSC over unequal teacher recruitment
The MPs urged TSC to provide detailed constituency-level data showing the number of teachers, their TSC registration, postings, and student population in each school to ensure transparency and accountability.