News
He is not a flower girl! Murkomen defends Kanja
His defence comes amid renewed scrutiny of Kanja’s leadership following the alleged abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich on September 1, 2026
Security sector
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Maraga taskforce report calls for sweeping reforms of security agencies
The Report's mandate was to examine the legal, policy, administrative, institutional and operational barriers affecting the three services and recommend reforms to improve welfare, accountability and service de...
Exclusives
Stop targeting goons alone, pursue those behind political violence, says Wahome Thuku
Speaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, the Advocate said political violence was not a new phenomenon in Kenya, pointing to incidents recorded under successive governments and during the country’s multiparty e...
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Ruto orders end to 'watchman' label, promises new legal status for security officers
Speaking during a meeting with more than 5,000 private security officers at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, the President also announced plans to amend key labour and security laws to formally replace the ou...
Exclusives
Police need better training, not constant criticism, says Owino
He says police officers are often required to make split-second decisions in dangerous and unpredictable situations without the opportunity to consult their superiors or refer to operational guidelines
Politics
Matiang’i says sponsors of political goons will face the consequences
The Jubilee Deputy Party Leader said repeated incidents of violence have left families mourning loved ones, injured many people and destroyed property, warning that if the trend is not stopped, Kenya risks bec...
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Social justice group raises alarm over enforced disappearances, demands probe
In a statement issued on Tuesday to coincide with the annual Saba Saba commemorations, the group said the day remains a powerful reminder of Kenya's struggle for democracy, constitutionalism and the protection...