According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the suspects forced the children to cut off communication with their families before transferring them to Kiambu, where they were held for several days.
By David AbonyoData from the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services paints a grim picture, revealing that 43,844 cases of missing or lost children were recorded in Kenya between 2021 and December 2025.
By Essy WawiraThe report by the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services shows that 43,844 children were reported missing between 2021 and December 2025. Of these, Nairobi accounted for the highest number with 6,389 cases, followed by Nakuru at 3,169, Kakamega with 2,298, Kiambu at 2,249 and Siaya with 1,704.
By Maureen KinyanjuiHanna Wendot told the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare that the government’s missing-children response combines a police investigation track with child protection and family support, while also updating probes linked to cases in Nyeri County.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iLawmakers declined to proceed with the session, arguing that the matters before the committee extended beyond immigration services and required direct responses from the Cabinet Secretary responsible for internal security.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking on Radio Generation on Thursday, Nzenge said societal changes have made cases of missing children a major concern, unlike in the past when communities collectively looked after children.
By David AbonyoData from the Child Protection Information Management System shows that between January 2025 and March 2026, a total of 10,581 child protection cases linked to missing and vulnerable children were recorded. The figures include 6,820 cases of child abandonment, 1,952 abductions, 173 incidents of child trafficking and 1,636 cases classified as missing children.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe National Assembly Special Funds Accounts Committee questioned the management of the National Assistance Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons over delays and governance gaps, as PS Caren Ageng’o said corrective measures have been implemented.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iKibwana noted that Kenya has witnessed a disturbing increase in cases of missing children in recent years, with some ending tragically in death while many others remain unresolved.
By Bradley BosireThe Child therapist explained that many callers contact the helpline seeking advice on child support, custody disputes, birth registration, and child maintenance.
By Chrispho OwuorThe Police Spokesperson urged Kenyans to rely on confirmed information before drawing conclusions on individual cases, stressing the need for calm and verification when dealing with such reports.
By Maureen Kinyanjui