Fred Kagonye

Targeted voices? Profile of kidnapped Kenyans fuels suspicions

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-01 16:00:00

A look at the people who have been kidnapped by individuals alleged to be police officers may provide insight as to why the State is after them.

Standard Group Editor feted in security and media awards

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-01 14:31:53

The Standard Group Investigations and Security Editor, Francis Ontomwa, has been named Kenya’s Best Crime and Investigations Journalist of 2024

Sanction IG Kanja and Interior CS over police killings, MPs told

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-06 06:00:00

MPs have been urged to sanction Interior CS and the Inspector General of Police over police misconduct during the anti-tax demonstrations.

Big win for Ruto as court paves way for GMO food

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-07 18:51:02

The High Court has dismissed four petitions challenging the lifting of the ban on genetically modified (GMO) foods.  

Kanja denies police have hand in abductions amidst public outcry

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-08 12:00:00

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has denied allegations that police are behind abductions, which have fueled widespread concern among Kenyans.

Katitu: Prison was hell but I was treated well

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-10 20:40:00

Former super cop describes life behind bars as ‘hell’ and vows to hold onto innocence. Once a hero to many, Katitu now calls for police reform and justice for wrongfully jailed.

How lack of basic knowledge denies Kenyans justice

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-12 17:40:00

Kenyans lack basic legal knowledge touching on the right to bail and bond, a new report by the National Crime Research Centre (NCRC) shows.

Prisons crowded with remandees unable to pay Sh1,000 bail, report says

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-12 00:00:00

A report by the National Crime Research Centre paints a grim picture of inconsistencies in court bail and bond decisions.

Why women are at risk of rogue religious groups

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-13 20:55:00

The report reveals vulnerability leads to growth in membership rather than gender as preachers take advantage of their members’ ignorance to mislead them.

Appellate court stops eviction of families from Kihiu Mwiri land

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-15 13:09:00

The Court of Appeal has stopped the eviction of families from the 64-acre piece of land in Murang'a county that the Kihiu Mwiri Farmers Company Limited is claiming.

Besigye, comrade remanded after disappearing in Nairobi

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-20 16:47:34

Uganda presidential aspirant Kizza Besigye together with Haajj Obed were on Wednesday afternoon charged with having firearms and ammunition in a Uganda court after going missing from Nairobi.

Behind-the-scenes rush as clock ticks for sale of Bamburi Cement

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-24 16:30:00

The battle for control of Bamburi Cement has reached fever pitch, with shareholders racing against time to cast their votes by December 5.

Tribunal orders Stanbic Bank to pay KRA Sh234m in tax claim

By Fred Kagonye   2024-11-26 20:55:00

A tax tribunal has ordered Stanbic Bank to pay the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Sh234 million in taxes on payments made to foreign card companies.

Court bars Olopito Ranch officials from land interference

By Fred Kagonye   2024-12-10 09:58:45

The Environment and Land Court has barred the Olopito Group Ranch members from evicting or interfering with pieces of land they sold 112 Kenyans and institutions.

Judges, magistrates tell off Judiciary critics

By Fred Kagonye   2024-12-14 15:00:00

Days after Chief Justice Martha Koome stated that she is a victim of cyberbullying, the Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association has come to her defence, hitting out critics of the Judiciary.

Police to launch online platform to report crimes

By Fred Kagonye   2024-12-21 20:55:00

The digital transformation of police services is expected to enhance efficiency, professionalism, and public trust in law enforcement.

Court awards man Sh4.2 million for wrongful conviction

By Fred Kagonye   2024-12-30 15:59:55

A man who sought Sh5 billion compensation from the government for wrongful prosecution and imprisonment has been awarded Sh4.2 million only.

GMO maize to hit your plate after end of public participation

By Fred Kagonye   2025-01-06 19:22:23

Karlo and AATF will be allowed to grow BT maize for the next ten years as the court says there is no significant threat to Kenyans from BT maize.

Nowhere to hide for IG Kanja over outrage caused by kidnappings

By Fred Kagonye   2025-01-08 06:00:00

The resurfacing of five abductees whose mysterious disappearances gripped the nation since the festive season began has cast a long shadow over Kenya’s embattled security apparatus.

End of the road as drug queen Joyce Akinyi gets 25 years in jail

By Fred Kagonye   2025-01-10 14:15:00

The end of the road for Joyce Akinyi Ochieng, one of Kenya’s most infamous and high-profile drug barons, seems to have come.