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According to state-owned al-Ahram newspaper, they were part of a criminal gang that imported ingredients used to make drugs with the intent of selling them.
The extension comes after the panel had already processed 680 legitimate claims and paid Sh896.1 million to victims by August, including people affected by demonstrations and public protests.
The Commission said it was especially concerned by reports of deaths during the strike, with maternal, neonatal and perinatal cases among those reported.
The Interior CS said all units within the National Police Service operate under the established command structure headed by the Inspector General of Police.
The President maintained that these constitutional requirements should guide officers in their daily interactions with members of the public, including during arrests, investigations, crowd management and conflict resolution
The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said training remains at the centre of police reforms and is key to building a disciplined and professional service capable of responding to the country’s changing security needs.
Deputy Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli reminded the officers that passing out was not the end of their preparation but the start of their professional responsibilities.
His call comes as Kenya’s courts continue to handle a substantial caseload. Judiciary statistics show that 621,525 cases were filed in the 2024/25 financial year, while 647,666 were resolved, giving the courts a case clearance rate of 104 percent. Despite the improved performance, 598,628 cases remained pending as of June 30, 2025
The institutions are calling for stronger cross-border cooperation and a coordinated regional response to protect migrants and trafficking survivors, warning that weaknesses in victim identification, protection services, migration data and law enforcement coordination are allowing vulnerable people to fall through the cracks
Miguna made the remarks on X on Monday, August 31, 2026, while reflecting on the political histories of Uganda and Zambia and urging citizens to judge leaders by democratic values and institutions rather than their political identities
In a statement marking the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the commission said enforced disappearance places individuals “outside the protection of the law” and exposes them to serious violations, including torture and ill-treatment.
The warning comes as social media assumes an increasingly important role in Kenya’s political discourse, with millions of citizens using online platforms to debate public affairs, scrutinise leaders, campaign and organise
The 2010 Constitution established devolution with the aim of promoting democratic and accountable government, public participation, equitable sharing of resources and greater access to services across the country
Mundubile was arrested on Thursday after a deadly raid by the authorities led the opposition politician to go into hiding.
Rights groups say the cases raise concerns about accountability within the country’s security agencies, with data from the Missing Voices Coalition showing that 19 cases of enforced disappearance and 69 police killings have been recorded in Kenya so far in 2026.
The government described the reported abuses as "crimes and serious violations of human rights and international humanitarian law committed against civilians" and accused M23 of continuing actions that have worsened the situation in areas under its control.
KUCO General Secretary and CEO Gibore Maroah said the union was informed about the arrest and later received reports that Wanjiru had been removed from the station.
The new office holder will take over from Bernard Mogesa and will serve for five years, with the possibility of one renewal. The position is based in Nairobi and comes with occasional travel, while the CEO will report directly to the Chairperson of KNCHR.
Speaking at the 16th anniversary Katiba Day Symposium at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi on Thursday, August 27, 2026, Ruto said the State could not honour the Constitution by ignoring allegations of unlawful arrests, forced disappearances and excessive use of lethal force
Kindiki said Kenya's constitutional identity recognises the country's cultural, ethnic, racial and religious diversity while requiring citizens to remain united as one sovereign nation
Byabagamba consistently rejected the accusations during the court proceedings. He maintained that the claims brought against him had been made up.
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Tuesday, Maliba said the 2010 Constitution already provides a clear picture of the country Kenyans want to build, including the values leaders should uphold and the rights citizens should enjoy
Her remarks come after Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen dismissed claims that Kenya is facing a “goons crisis”, saying the country is safe and accusing politicians of exaggerating insecurity
With Kenya heading towards the 2027 General Election, Mokua argued that politicians seeking elective office can no longer rely solely on slogans and broad promises. He said voters should demand clear programmes, evidence of competence and practical explanations of how proposed policies would be implemented
Karua said citizens should be free to participate in politics, while journalists should be able to cover political events and police officers should be allowed to perform their duties without being placed under political pressure.
The KNCHR said the incidents pointed to an increasingly worrying political environment in which violence and intimidation were being used to interfere with citizens’ rights and freedoms.
He urged authorities to arrest and prosecute those responsible, disband political militias and release individuals detained while participating in peaceful political activities, warning against a return to Kenya’s violent multiparty-era politics
Amnesty Executive Director George Morara said the organisation was concerned about reported attacks on journalists, disruption of media broadcasts, destruction of property, road blockades and intimidation linked to political activities.
The Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) says the deaths involved people aged between 25 and 64, as well as an infant who was being held alongside the mother. The child died at Mamba Police Post, which falls under Matuu Police Station.
According to the State Department for East African Community Affairs, ASALs and Regional Development, the meeting brought together three key areas of development — financing for infrastructure, socio-economic integration and the advancement of human capital and human rights.