Brenda Wanga
318 Articles
Traffic offenders to face instant justice as gov’t heightens vigilance during festive season
NCAJ says a string of measures will be enforced, including the erection of roadblocks, the deployment of NTSA and EACC officials, and strict adherence to legally prescribed driver working hours.
Kenya ranked among ‘repressed states’ over rights violations, 97 deaths by police reported this year
The Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) says Kenya—now classified among repressed states—witnessed widespread rights abuses perpetrated by government security agents, with nearly 100 people falling victim to extrajudicial killings.
Over 2 million people at risk of starvation as drought worsens in Kenya
Kajiado County is one of nine counties classified as being in the alert phase of the drought cycle. Others include Wajir, Garissa, Kilifi, Kitui, Marsabit, Kwale, Isiolo, and Tana River. Thirteen counties—Samburu, Turkana, Taita Taveta, West Pokot, Tharaka Nithi, Embu, Nyeri, Laikipia, Narok, B...
Family of Kitale woman who went missing six weeks ago wants independent probe
The family says the investigations by the police have stalled with no meaningful steps taken since her disappearance.The police say in the ensuing weeks, they have been unable to gather what they term as proper information on the case.
Public debt, wage bill and land injustices driving poverty in Kenya - KHRC
Two reports released by the Kenya Human Rights Commission show that the bulk of Kenya's resources are channeled towards debt repayment and the wage bill, leaving inadequate allocations to health, education, development and social protection.
Kenya confronts critical cornea shortage amid cultural resistance
Despite advances in medical procedures and a growing number of patients in need, cultural beliefs and longstanding fears around organ donation continue to impede progress.
Cancer patients face financial strain as they await Ruto’s improved SHA benefits package
The President announced an improved package last week, raising hopes for hundreds of patients, some of whom are on the verge of life-changing procedures.
Suluhu under scrutiny as human rights groups petition ICC to probe Tanzania post-election killings
Nearly a month after Tanzania went to the polls that ended up in a disputed victory for Samia Suluhu, and the killings, detention and disappearances of hundreds of civilians, the heat from that election is now spreading to the ICC.
Can a landlocked state own the ocean? Museveni’s claim sparks legal, diplomatic debate
The remarks triggered widespread confusion, diplomatic discomfort, and a surge of online satire, particularly in Kenya, where users mocked Uganda’s lack of a coastline and naval force.
State to resettle families displaced by Chesongoch mudslide
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, who spoke during the funeral service of eight of the 39 people who were killed in the November 1 mudslide, says the move will not only assist the affected persons but also safeguard the lives of others living in similar conditions.