US military to deliver 24 more armored vehicles to Kenya police in Haiti

By REUTERS The US military said on Friday that it would deliver 24 additional armored vehicles to Kenyan personnel deployed in Haiti who are heading a long-delayed security operation in the conflict-ravaged Caribbean nation. Some 400 Kenyan police, leading a UN-ratified security mission mandated to fight heavily armed gangs that have taken over most of the capital, recently deployed to Haiti. The…

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Julius Yego aims to retire in style at the Olympics

Julius Yego during a training session in Miramas, France ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics.[NOC’K Media] Former world champion Julius Yego is targeting a podium finish in javelin in his fourth unprecedented Olympics in Paris, France. He says a gold medal in the Summer Games slated for this month will be a perfect retirement package for his…

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President Ruto nominates Dorcas Oduor for AG position

President William Ruto has nominated Dorcas Odour for the position of Attorney General. This following the dismissal of the Attorney General alongside the whole cabinet on 11th of July, in a press briefing leaving out the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua  and the Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. “Upon reflection, listening keenly to what the people…

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70-year-old woman arrested along with suspects linked to robbery incidences

Three suspects have been apprehended and a firearm recovered following a multi-agency operation in the Burburis area of Garissa Sub-County. According to a statement shared by the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) on Saturday, September 21, 2024, the well-choreographed operation was conducted by officers from the agency and their Administration Police Service (APS) counterparts. The…

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DCI Launches Manhunt For Goons Caught on VIDEO Robbing Protesters and Looting Quiver Kitengela

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dispatched teams to arrest gang members recorded by concerned citizens violently robbing innocent Kenyans on the roads amid ongoing demonstrations. The DCI emphasized that those involved in these criminal activities will be brought to justice, stressing that it is only a matter of time before the law catches…

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Starlink Launches Cheaper Data Plan for Kenyans, Now Accepting Mobile Money

Global internet service provider Starlink has introduced a new, cheaper data plan for Kenya. The Elon Musk-owned satellite internet firm’s new 50 gigabyte (GB) monthly data package costs Kes1,300 ($10.16), less than half the price of Airtel’s similar package at Kes.3,000 ($23.44). Market leader Safaricom offers a monthly package of 45GB for Kes.2,500 ($19.53). “Affordable, high-speed…

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Government launches drought response interventions in Kilifi County

In response to the worsening drought and food insecurity in Kilifi County, East African Community, ASALs, and Regional Development Cabinet Secretary Beatrice Askul has launched a comprehensive drought response initiative aimed at mitigating the impacts of the prolonged dry spell in the region. Speaking in Ganze Sub-county, CS Askul underscored the government’s commitment to addressing…

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