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Homa Bay officials, contractor charged in Sh348 million assembly project scandal
The prosecution, led by Solomon Njeru and Victorine Kitoto, requested stringent bond terms, which the court granted.
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Nairobi woman paid Sh693,000 for cosmetic surgery before death, court told
Appearing before Principal Magistrate Christine Njagi at the Kibera High Court, Francis Nganga Mundia testified that a postmortem examination established that his wife, Lucy Wambui Kamau, died from severe complications linked to liposuction performed during a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedure.
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Court orders MP Salasya to run online peace campaign before hate speech case ends
Senior Resident Magistrate Paul Mutai directed that Salasya must demonstrate compliance with the settlement within 14 days, warning that the prosecution cannot withdraw the case until the court is satisfied that all agreed terms have been met.
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EACC arrests five over Sh348.9m Homa Bay County Assembly tender probe
In a statement issued on Friday, the Commission said the arrests follow investigations into the irregular award of Tender No. HBCA/T/W6/2018-2019, which was allegedly marred by abuse of office and violations of procurement laws.
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DPP closes second case in Shakahola trial
According to the prosecution, the indoctrination intensified between 2020 and 2023, when followers were instructed to cut ties with society, abandon education, reject medical care and disengage from state institutions.
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IPOA nears conclusion of probe into fatal shooting of 14-year-old in Mombasa
According to IPOA, investigators have already interviewed key witnesses, including police officers and members of the public who were present during the incident.
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Kajiado court jails man for life for defiling 11-year-old boy
A Kajiado court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for defiling an 11-year-old boy in 2022, a ruling prosecutors say strengthens accountability and child protection in sexual offence cases.
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DPP directs police to expedite probe over South C building collapse
Police have been instructed to submit a comprehensive report on the probe to the DPP within seven days from January 4, 2026.
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Seven soldiers released on Sh500,000 bond in Sh192 million meth case
The accused, Duke Nyamwaya, Juma Mwinyifaki, Michael Kariuki, Elijah Mbogo Gacog’u, James Ekiru, Abdulrehman Salad, and Abdirahman Abdi Kuno, allegedly trafficked 25 kilograms of methamphetamine, reportedly packed in whitish crystalline packets.
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DPP directs new inquiry into death of gospel singer Betty Bayo
Through a letter issued on Tuesday, the DPP instructed the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to reopen the case and examine the circumstances that led to the singer’s death. Detectives were directed to complete the probe and submit their report to the prosecution within seven days.
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24 suspects charged as DCI intensifies probe into SHA-linked fraud
According to an update issued by the DCI on Wednesday, the probe is being conducted by detectives from the Investigations Bureau at the agency’s headquarters and targets multiple health facilities spread across several counties.
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DPP Ingonga defends independence of his office before Senate
Ingonga told the committee that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has been entering into Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with various investigative agencies to strengthen collaboration and build trust when handling sensitive cases.
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EACC arrests, arraigns Nairobi Water official over forged KCSE certificate
According to the EACC, Mualuko was arrested on October 7, 2025, following investigations into claims that he had presented a falsified certificate purportedly issued by Bishop Ndingi High School.
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Mau court hands life sentence to man convicted of defilement in Meru County
According to a court filing posted on October 1, 2025, the offence took place on May 26, 2024, when the accused attacked the minor, a class two pupil, while her mother was at the church.
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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.
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State seeks to proceed with Tirop murder case without missing suspect
Prosecutors Lucas Tanui and Clea Mureithi, appearing for the Director of Public Prosecutions, said the law permits the trial to continue even in the absence of the accused.
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Court orders DPP to disclose evidence in Governor Barchok Sh2 million graft case
Principal Magistrate Celesa Asis Okore issued the directive after the prosecution, represented by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), sought more time to compile and submit the disclosure materials.
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Lobby group calls for immediate action after court overturns DPP's decision on CS Oparanya
NIA, which includes Transparency International Kenya, Inuka Kenya Ni Sisi!, the Kenya Human Rights Commission, and the Institute of Social Accountability, welcomed the ruling as a precedent-setting moment for accountability.
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High Court quashes DPP’s withdrawal of CS Oparanya graft case
Oparanya was accused of irregularly receiving Sh56.7 million, with EACC recommending charges of conflict of interest, abuse of office, and money laundering.
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DPP directs IG Kanja to fast-track probe over murder of slain lawyer Mbobu
The prosecuting authority also called on members of the public to share any information relevant to the September 9, 2025, killing.
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Governor Guyo: My opponents want me out, but I’ll face them in court
The governor, who spoke in Nairobi on Sunday during a fundraising function at PCEA Shalom Church, said the cases he is facing are politically driven and aimed at tarnishing his image.
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Court blocks arrest of Isiolo Governor in kidnap, robbery case
The ruling came after Hassan, Dade Boru and four others filed a petition on August 26, seeking to stop their prosecution over a June 19 incident in Machakos County.
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ODPP orders arrest of Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo over kidnapping
The incident reportedly occurred at Outbark Hotel in Maanzoni, where former Isiolo County Chief Officer of Health Abdirahaman Mohamed and 15 MCAs who had supported the Governor’s impeachment were present.
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Ipoa hands 184 cases to DPP on Gen Z, Azimio protests
Ipoa chairperson Issack Hassan said most of the cases involve officers suspected of unlawful conduct during the Gen Z demonstrations and the Azimio cost of living protests in late 2023 and early 2024.
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DPP gets 30 more days in Mawego Police Station arson case
Kahawa Senior Principal Magistrate Richard Koech issued the extension during a court mention, allowing the prosecution more time to assess case documents and evaluate the full report on the incident.
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DPP approves graft charges against Barchok, probes on other governors ongoing
The probe revealed that Governor Barchok allegedly received 2.75 million shillings from companies that conducted business with Bomet County
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DPP Ingonga urges regional cooperation against emerging crimes
Ingonga said today’s prosecutors need more than legal knowledge they must also understand technology and strategic crime trends
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Court denies bond to three in Kasipul MP murder case
Lady Justice Diana Kavedza denied the bond after the prosecution established compelling reasons for denial of bail
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DPP charges man over robbery and assault of female comedian at Kutit festival
Prosecutors say Koyumi attacked Bella at around 8 pm during the festival in Langata Sub-County, stealing 30,000 shillings in cash and a Redmi 14 Pro smartphone valued at 26,000 shillings.
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DIG Lagat: Only DPP can decide on charges in Ojwang death
Lagat insisted that the petitioners’ claim that his position makes him responsible for Ojwang’s arrest, torture, and death is not supported by direct, circumstantial, or inferential evidence.