Kelvin Karani

Preacher Paul Mackenzie and co-accused denied bond

By Kelvin Karani   2024-04-15 10:57:52

The Magistrate noted that the gravity of the 238 charges is that the possible outcome is a life sentence if they are found guilty

Jilted suitor jailed 30 years for splashing acid in woman's eyes

By Kelvin Karani   2024-05-16 14:11:44

A suitor who splashed corrosive liquid in a househelp's eyes, permanently damaging her eyesight, for turning down his advances will serve 30 years in jail.

Man jailed for 30 years after blinding househelp with acid for 'refusing' him

By Kelvin Karani   2024-05-23 11:22:58

Fatuma says she declined Mohamed’s advances but her decision led to hatred, leading to her attack.

Hoteliers in Kilifi say SRC rules hurting conference tourism

By Kelvin Karani   2024-06-10 16:04:48

The hoteliers are calling for immediate action to prevent further economic decline and ensure the survival of the industry.

Bodies in Shakahola were bound, officer tells court

By Kelvin Karani   2024-07-27 12:25:38

Bodies of the victims of the Shakahola massacre were wrapped in blankets and white sheets, and tied with ropes.

Witness in manslaughter case tells court how Makenzi covered tracks

By Kelvin Karani   2024-08-19 16:55:46

The witness said Makenzi and his disciples followed family members of the dead to the police station to ensure no one said he was behind the fasting and death in Shakahola.

How Pastor Mackenzie met and fell in love with his third wife, Rhoda Muweu

By Kelvin Karani   2024-09-06 10:56:36

Controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie’s third wife, Rhoda Muweu, was once a congregant in his church before becoming his spouse, according to a court witness.

Court drops case against Shakahola suspects who died in custody

By Kelvin Karani   2024-09-11 17:33:32

A court has dropped the case against two suspects linked to Shakahola massacre, after they died in custody

Female suspects in Shakahola case go on hunger strike against mistreatment

By Kelvin Karani   2024-09-20 12:18:54

Some of the female remandees charged alongside controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie have staged a hunger strike, protesting what they describe as mistreatment at Shimo la Tewa Prison.

Man blames Makenzi for the death of his family

By Kelvin Karani   2024-11-01 13:30:27

Titus Ngonyoa said his sons Isaac and Harry, and his wife Esther Biria Masha all perished during the cult-like fasting in Shakahola Forest.

Widow of slain coast drug baron sentenced to 40 years in prison

By Kelvin Karani   2024-11-26 20:51:38

The widow of the slain drug baron Swaleh Yusuf Ahmed alias Kandereni has been sentenced to 40 years for trafficking narcotics.