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Topic: Convict

Court told Nairobi CEC Kerich is on 'official duty' abroad despite conviction for contempt

By Nancy Gitonga   2026-06-15 18:24:59

Controversy is surrounding the fate of Nairobi Finance CEC Charles Kerich after conflicting accounts emerged before the High Court over his whereabouts and employment status.

Eldoret pastor, son get three years conviction for assaulting 'prophet'

By Peter Ochieng   2026-06-12 09:55:34

A pastor and his son have been placed on probation for three years after being convicted of assaulting a self-proclaimed prophet in Eldoret following a long-running land dispute.

Convicted defiler of a 7-year-old girl 'free': Justice or failure?

By Gardy Chacha   2026-05-27 19:42:10

A convicted defiler of a seven-year-old girl has reportedly gone missing before serving his 30-year sentence, raising serious questions about lapses in justice enforcement.

Air France, Airbus convicted of manslaughter in 2009 Paris-Rio crash

By AFP   2026-05-21 19:00:46

Airbus said it would appeal. There was no immediate reaction from Air France.

Gender violence cases rise in Nairobi slums despite higher convictions

By Ryan Kerubo   2026-05-10 22:38:06

Authorities and non-profit groups say gender-based violence remains widespread in Nairobi’s informal settlements despite increased convictions and support for survivors.

NGOs laud conviction of 3,000 cases in gender-based violence war

By Ryan Kerubo   2026-05-10 14:41:21

The government has acknowledged the contribution of NGOs and the private sector in tackling gender-based violence in Nairobi slums.