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From batons to bullets and bans: Media paid for reporting the truth

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-03 10:00:00

Journalists not only worry about reporting but have to worry about being attacked, teargassed, threatened or abducted.

How Nakuru fisherman's disappearance sparked outcry across the country

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-03 10:00:00

Brian Odhiambo disappeared after he was arrested by six KWS rangers, who were supposed to present him to a police station to be charged for trespassing and illegal fishing.

Nakuru activists known for keeping government in check turn to politics

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-02 20:00:00

Two Nakuru civil rights activists who have been keeping the national and county governments in check have now turned to politics in a bid to directly push for reforms.

Dark Saturday: Five people killed as trailer hits matatu at Kikopey

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-03 13:20:00

Five people killed in a multi-vehicle crash at Kikopey, Gilgil, on the Nairobi-Nakuru highway, Sub-County Police Commander Winstone Mwakio confirms.

How widow saved late husband's tea farm from alleged grabber

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-05 10:55:44

Judge Hedwig Ong’udi ruled that Rugut disobeyed two orders issued on March 15, 2013 and June 28, 2018.

Why War Memorial Hospital is yet to reopen despite court orders

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-08 10:49:42

The hopes of reopening the Nakuru War Memorial Hospital are dwindling, two years after it was shut down by the County Government of Nakuru in January 2024.

Drama as worshippers bar elders from church

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-11 19:58:59

There was a standoff at the church gate from 8am to around 10am, when the faithful closed the gate, barring the church council from entry.

Investigating officer grilled over Sh1.1 billion Finland-Canada programme

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-17 07:30:00

Chief Inspector Munene admitted that investigations showed 188 students lost Sh179 million but produced no evidence supporting the full Sh1.1 billion.

Lawyers seek to overturn legal outsourcing order

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-19 00:00:00

The High Court will on Tuesday, hear five urgent applications filed by law firms challenging an order that temporarily barred government entities from outsourcing legal services.

Lawyers to wait longer in fight for engagement with public entities

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-20 16:24:03

Over 18,000 lawyers in Kenya will have to wait to know their fate over engagement with public entities.

Mandago trial: State closes case after two years, 138 witnesses

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-21 08:00:00

The Senator and two others face charges of conspiracy to steal, theft, forgery and abuse of office.

War Memorial lease cancelled over bank charge - ex-registrar

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-23 00:00:00

Former Nakuru Land Registrar Eric Nyamu has confirmed that he cancelled the lease title for War Memorial Hospital land in Milimani Estate, Nakuru due to an existing bank charge

Court suspends Sh2.1b road deal between NYS and Nakuru County

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-26 14:52:57

The High Court has suspended a Sh2.1 billion road deal between the National Youth Service (NYS) and the Nakuru County Government.

Why High Court has suspended State, private lawyer deals

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-27 08:15:00

The High Court has suspended all legal service engagements between national and county government entities and private law firms with effect from January 12, 2026.

How woman's 21-year fight for father's estate left her homeless

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-28 08:20:00

She has lost her job and business trying to get a share of the estate.

Why former Mayor Herman Nderi's children are fighting over inheritance

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-30 10:30:00

Anthony Marine, Jane Wangeshi and Billy Nduati, have teamed up against Kevin Wangombe who has allegedly been managing three of the former mayor’s properties in Nakuru.

Court refers case on private legal firms to Koome

By Daniel Chege   2026-01-31 07:00:00

Justice Samwel Mohochi ruled that the case raised a substantial question of law that would need an uneven panel of judges to determine the case.

Grief at Njoro Girls after Form Four student dies mysteriously

By Daniel Chege   2026-02-01 07:00:00

She reportedly bled from the mouth and nose before losing her life while undergoing treatment.

Justice Ombwayo in a spot for issuing two similar rulings in property dispute

By Daniel Chege   2026-02-01 14:29:36

Judge Anthony Ombwayo is on the spot for issuing two similar rulings in a dispute over the property of late Nakuru nominated MP Phillip Kamau.

Njoro Girls' student died of swollen brain, lack of oxygen

By Daniel Chege   2026-02-04 17:04:24

Pathologists indicated that her life might have been saved had treatment been administered expeditiously.