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Acting IG Douglas Kanja speaks to the press outside Jogoo House on July 14. IMAGE: Courtesy In Summary: 1) Acting Inspector General Douglas Kanja states demonstrations are not banned, but organizers must notify police in advance. 2) According to Acting Inspector General Douglas Kanja, the recent directive was to alert the public of potential threats, not to ban protests 3) On Thursday, the High Court in Nairobi suspended Kanja’s directive following an urgent petition filed by Katiba Institute Acting Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja clarified on Friday that he has not banned public demonstrations. In a statement, Kanja explained that his directive issued on Wednesday was intended to inform the public of potential threats associated with the planned demonstrations...

"Definitely not boarding": Azimio Leaders Meet without Raila Odinga to Oppose Dialogue with Govt. PHOTO: Martha Karua /X In Summary: 1) Raila Odinga's push for bipartisan dialogue with President William Ruto's government faces opposition within Azimio La Umoja coalition. 2) Led by Kalonzo Musyoka, other Azimio principals argue that talks with the government will not solve governance issues. The Azimio La Umoja coalition is experiencing internal rifts as its leaders disagree over Raila Odinga's proposal for bipartisan dialogue with President William Ruto's government. Raila, the ODM party leader, believes such talks are essential to address the issues raised by the politically active youth in Kenya. However, his co-principals in the coalition strongly oppose this idea. On...

Image: Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor (left) and DCI detectives at Kware dumpsite, Embakasi South. Source: DCI In Summary: 1) Bodies found at Kware dumpsite do not have bullet wounds, contrary to initial speculation. 2) DNA samples are being collected to identify victims and match dismembered remains. Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor has provided new insights into the bodies discovered at the Kware dumpsite, dispelling earlier rumors of bullet injuries. The examination has uncovered disturbing details about the state of the remains. The findings include several dismembered body parts, including amputated lower limbs and torsos. Dr. Oduor stated, "The contents of some of them were lower limbs which were amputated from the knees downwar...

(Left) The man identified as Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, arrested by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in connection with the Mukuru serial killings. (Right) Onlookers gathered at Kware Dumpsite in Nairobi, a location linked to the investigation. Photo : DCI In Summary: 1) A man reported to be the suspect's cousin denies knowing Collins Jumaisi. 2) Villagers and the suspect himself question the identification and investigation by authorities. Two days after being accused of being the Mukuru Quarry serial killer, a new twist has emerged concerning the identity of Collins Jumaisi Khalusha. In an interview with NTV, Boniface Karanja, who is reported to be the suspect's cousin, denied any knowledge of Jumaisi. Karanja highlighted that confusion arose from the Di...

Former Cabinet Secretaries attentively observe a previous session. IMAGE: Ababu Namwamba /X In Summary: 1) President Ruto dissolved his Cabinet following pressure from Gen Z protests. 2) The fired Cabinet Secretaries are entitled to a KSh 54 million gratuity package according to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission. On Thursday, July 11, President William Ruto dissolved his Cabinet after succumbing to pressure from anti-government protests led by Gen Z. As per the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) are entitled to a gratuity amounting to 31% of their basic salary upon retirement. The CSs, who served for 18 months from their appointment date, will receive a total gratuity of KSh 54 million. Ruto dismissed all the CSs, including ...

Azimio leader Raila Odinga joined President William Ruto during the signing of the IEBC Amendment Bill. PHOTO: William Ruto & Raila Odinga | X In Summary: 1) Opposition leader Raila Odinga attended the signing of the IEBC Amendment Bill alongside President William Ruto. 2) The unexpected collaboration has elicited mixed reactions from Kenyans, with many viewing it as a positive step towards national unity. On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Azimio leader Raila Odinga joined President William Ruto at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) for the signing of the IEBC Amendment Bill. The event was also attended by other prominent Azimio la Umoja leaders, including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Raila's decision to stand with Ruto during the signing ceremony elici...

A vehicle involved in a road accident in Kwale County on Monday, July 1, 2024. Image courtesy. In Summary: Two people died in a high-speed crash involving an illegal muguka transport in Kwale County. Two individuals lost their lives in a horrific road accident in Kwale County on Monday, near Kombani, Mwambara area. The victims were reportedly transporting muguka, a stimulant banned in the coastal region. Witnesses stated that the vehicle was speeding towards Ukunda and Diani when the driver lost control, causing the vehicle to roll multiple times. The Kwale County security department confirmed the incident and announced that further investigations will be conducted to determine the crash's cause. Chakaya Ronald, the projects director and disaster coordinator for K...

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua (left) and NIS Director General Noordin Haji (right). IMAGE FILE | Courtesy In Summary:1) Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua demands the resignation of NIS Director General Noordin Haji.2) Gachagua criticizes the NIS for failing to provide actionable intelligence, contributing to Tuesday's fatal protests. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday called for the resignation of National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director General Noordin Haji, accusing him of providing disjointed intelligence to President William Ruto. During a live press conference, Gachagua claimed that the NIS had failed in its intelligence gathering, which could have prevented the deadly protests on Tuesday. Gachagua expressed his opinion that 13 NIS assistant direct...

President Ruto speaking at the Administration Police Training College, Embakasi on June 24,2024. PHOTO: PCS In Summary: President Ruto flags off the first group of 400 Kenyan police officers to Haiti for a UN-backed mission. New salary structures for Kenyan police officers will be implemented starting July 2024. President William Ruto announced a new salary scale for police officers as he flagged off the first group of 400 officers departing for Haiti to help combat gang violence. The group will leave between June 24 and 25 to lead a UN-supported mission aimed at restoring order in the gang-ridden nation. Speaking at the Administration Police Training Campus in Embakasi, President Ruto revealed that the new salary structures for police will be effective from July ...

Akhmed Yakoob, aspiring MP in Birmingham, stated he was 'mortified' upon hearing the podcast recording. IMAGE FILE: Akhmed Yakoob In Summary: Independent candidate Akhmed Yakoob apologises for controversial comments made on a podcast. Yakoob pledges to be an ally in fighting misogyny, focusing his campaign on support for Palestine. Akhmed Yakoob, an independent candidate in Birmingham Ladywood, has issued an apology following widespread condemnation of his misogynistic remarks made during a podcast earlier this year. Yakoob, who previously came third in the West Midlands mayoral election, made controversial comments during the Minted Minds podcast, which was initially intended to discuss Palestine. In the podcast, Yakoob made statements such as "70% of hell is going to...