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The EACC continues its anti-graft efforts, arresting Labour officials at JKIA for extortion and two KIHBT Kisii instructors in a 40 million Kenyan Shillings bribery scheme. President Ruto has directed IG Kanja to combat hooliganism. The ICC closed it...••• Listen for full story (4 min)

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EACC Probes Alleged Multimillion-Shilling Bribery Ring at KIHBT Kisii Campus

EACC Probes Alleged Multimillion-Shilling Bribery Ring at KIHBT Kisii Campus

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is investigating a large-scale bribery and extortion scheme at the Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT) Kisii Campus, following a raid on November 28, 2025. Instructors are accused of demanding "facilitation fees" for passing grades and running an illegal parallel fee collection system.

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Judiciary to Close Seven Children Homes in Kwale

Judiciary to Close Seven Children Homes in Kwale

The Judiciary in Kwale County has announced the immediate closure of seven unregistered children's homes in Lunga Lunga Constituency due to allegations of mismanagement, child trafficking, and exploitation. This crackdown comes as Kenya observes Children's Month, highlighting the vulnerability of minors in the region.

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EACC arrests Labour Ministry Officials at JKIA Over alleged extortion scheme

EACC arrests Labour Ministry Officials at JKIA Over alleged extortion scheme

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) arrested three Ministry of Labour officials at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on November 30, 2025, for allegedly extorting recruitment agents facilitating the travel of Kenyan migrant workers to the Middle East.

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Officials Arrested in Ksh40 Million Bribes for Test Drives Scheme

Officials Arrested in Ksh40 Million Bribes for Test Drives Scheme

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two technical college instructors at Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT), Kisii Campus, in connection with a Ksh40 million bribery scheme for test-drive exams.

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Woman in Kilimani pushes boyfriend to his death from 14th floor apartment

Woman in Kilimani pushes boyfriend to his death from 14th floor apartment

A 48-year-old woman in Kilimani is facing charges after allegedly pushing her boyfriend, Lee Owino, 25, to his death from a 14th-floor apartment. The incident occurred after an argument following a night of drinking.

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Ruto directs IG Kanja to clamp down on hooliganism, vows strict legal action against perpetrators

Ruto directs IG Kanja to clamp down on hooliganism, vows strict legal action against perpetrators

Kenya's President William Ruto has instructed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to take decisive action against individuals instigating violence and using youth for hooliganism. This directive follows a surge in violent incidents, including disruptions during recent by-elections and a clash at a church service.

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Wanga Strips Deputy Magwanga of Cabinet Role as as Rift Deepens After Kasipul By-Election

Wanga Strips Deputy Magwanga of Cabinet Role as as Rift Deepens After Kasipul By-Election

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has removed her deputy, Oyugi Magwanga, from his cabinet portfolio as the County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Agriculture, widening a political rift. This decision follows Magwanga's support for an independent candidate in the recent Kasipul constituency by-election, defying Wanga's ODM party. He now remains as Deputy Governor without an assigned docket.

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Wanga Fires Deputy Amidst Political Fall-out after Kasipul By-elections

Wanga Fires Deputy Amidst Political Fall-out after Kasipul By-elections

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has removed Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga from his role as CEC for Agriculture due to a political fallout after Magwanga campaigned for a rival in the recent Kasipul by-election.

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ICC Closes Kenya Case But Pursuing 2 Fugitives For Witness Tampering

ICC Closes Kenya Case But Pursuing 2 Fugitives For Witness Tampering

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has officially concluded its investigation into the situation in Kenya as of November 27, 2023. However, the ICC is still pursuing two fugitives accused of witness tampering related to cases stemming from the 2007/08 post-election violence.

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PSC begins interviews for 7,000 slots in 8th Public Service internship cohort

PSC begins interviews for 7,000 slots in 8th Public Service internship cohort

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has initiated interviews for the 8th Cohort of the Public Service Internship Programme (PSIP), aiming to fill 7,000 internship slots for unemployed university graduates across Kenya's public sector.

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