Global Affairs
Algeria president seeks death penalty for arsonists after deadly forest fires
More than 100 wildfires have been recorded in recent days in the north-east of the country, most of which have been extinguished.
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Rift Valley
Kuresoi North MP detained after surrender over Nakuru chaos probe
The chaos, which broke out during a public event attended by among others Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika, left at least five people injured and several vehicles damaged.
Education and Career
MPs reignite caning debate as schools face wave of unrest
School unrest has remained a recurring challenge in many institutions, with some schools reporting cases of arson, destruction of property and confrontations between students and school administrations.
Corridors of Justice
Nine Utumishi Girls students detained for 21 days over deadly fire probe
The court granted the application after agreeing with the prosecution that investigations into possible arson and murder charges remain ongoing and require additional time to be completed.
Crime
DCI seeks public help to trace protest suspects
The DCI says detectives have launched a nationwide manhunt for suspects linked to robbery, arson, looting and malicious damage during recent fuel-related protests. The agency asks the public to share informatio...
Education and Career
Principals summoned after wave of strikes, fires and closures in schools
The directive comes against a backdrop of repeated unrest in schools, with incidents of student strikes, destruction of property, arson attacks and sudden closures disrupting learning in several counties.
