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Kelvin Karani

DPP exposes how preacher Makenzi used church to radicalise followers

By Kelvin Karani   2026-01-10 14:21:12

Controversial preacher Paul Makenzi allegedly used the Good News International Church to radicalise followers through distorted biblical preaching, a Shanzu court was told.

Six Iranians plead guilty to trafficking meth worth Sh8.2b

By Kelvin Karani   2026-01-12 20:00:39

Six Iranian nationals have pleaded guilty to trafficking methamphetamine valued at Sh 8.2 billion, bringing to a dramatic close a high-profile maritime narcotics case.

Pastor Mackenzi did not buy the Shakahola land, witness tells the court

By Kelvin Karani   2026-02-04 16:28:00

A 75-year-old witness told the Mombasa High Court that controversial pastor Paul Mackenzi did not purchase the Shakahola Forest land.

Shakahola land was never sold to pastor Makenzi, witness testifies in murder trial

By Kelvin Karani   2026-02-06 13:05:00

According to 75-year-old Charo Katana, Makenzi paid Sh100,000 goodwill, popularly known as ‘Kanjama’ in the Mijikenda community, to occupy the land.

Deadly fast: How Shakahola victims signed suicide agreement with Makenzi

By Kelvin Karani   2026-03-05 11:41:31

A court has heard that controversial preacher Paul Makenzi and 192 followers made a suicide pact to fast to death in the Shakahola massacre.

Kwa Binzaro massacre: Makenzi, seven others face crimes against humanity

By Kelvin Karani   2026-03-10 06:10:00

Controversial preacher Paul Makenzi and seven others have been charged with crimes against humanity in connection to Malindi’s Kwa Binzaro massacre.

"We tied their hands, legs and let them die": Witness narrates how he killed 43 faithful in Shakahola

By Kelvin Karani   2026-03-13 08:40:00

Self-confessed Shakahola massacre perpetrator Enos Amanya on Thursday revealed in a Mombasa court that more than 900 people died in the tragedy.

Baricho solarisation project promises cheaper water for the Coast

By Kelvin Karani   2026-03-13 00:00:00

Coast residents may soon benefit from a cheaper and reliable water supply as the Baricho solarisation project in Kilifi County nears completion.

DCI accused of shielding cartel that defrauded trader Sh10m

By Kelvin Karani   2026-05-18 11:38:29

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations is facing criticism for delays in arresting eight suspects accused of defrauding a Mombasa businessman of Sh10.5 million.

Tessie Mudavadi calls for concerted efforts to Improve street children's welfare

By Kelvin Karani   2026-05-18 12:09:31

Tessie Mudavadi has called for collaboration between the government, civil society and the private sector to support vulnerable children across the country.