Police in Mbooni East, Makueni County, have launched investigations following the suspected killing of an 11-year-old boy found dead in a lodging facility in Mbumbuni town. According to preliminary reports, a middle-aged woman had booked a room at the facility on Saturday night, accompanied by her three children. Authorities suspect…
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has hinted at the possibility of a united opposition front in the run-up to the 2027 General Election, saying talks among like-minded leaders are underway to consolidate support and mount a strong challenge against President William Ruto. Opposition Unity Talks Speaking during a tour of…
A burial ceremony in Kasemeini Village, Kibwezi, Makueni County was dramatically disrupted on Wednesday when a swarm of bees descended on mourners, leaving more than 10 people injured. Ceremony Interrupted The funeral was for Kyalo Kasyoki, who died on Sunday after reportedly being hit by a motorbike. The solemn event…
Tragedy struck along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway on Monday, February 23, 2026, when a road accident involving a tour vehicle and a trailer claimed two lives and left another person seriously injured near Mlima Kiu, Salama Town, Makueni County. Fatalities and Injuries Police confirmed that the crash killed a female tourist…
Tusunini Village, Makueni County – A family is demanding justice following the death of Moses Maingi, 28, who allegedly succumbed to injuries inflicted while in police custody at Nunguni Police Station earlier this month. Arrest and Detention Maingi was arrested on January 8, 2026, after the owner of Oasis Bar…
Nairobi, Kenya – Lady Justice Diana Kavedza has underscored the emotional demands of murder trials, noting that judicial officers must maintain composure and rely on God’s grace when confronted with disturbing evidence. Speaking during the ongoing trial of Philip Eric Mutinda, accused of murdering Multimedia University student Sylvia Kemunto, Justice…
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has confirmed the death of an examiner during the ongoing Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) marking exercise in Makueni County. In a statement dated Monday, November 24, 2025, KNEC announced that Mr. Nicodemus Mutua Mutuku, who was serving as a team leader for…
A family from Makueni County is grieving the loss of four members following a devastating road accident on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Ngoluni market along the Itangini-Tawa road, which claimed six lives in total. According to Mbooni East Subcounty Police Commander Eprhahim Karani, the tragedy occurred when a speeding…
At least six people have lost their lives in a tragic road accident along the Itangini-Tawa road in Ngoluni, Mbooni East Sub-County, Makueni County. According to Mbooni East Sub-County Commander Iphrahim Karani, the crash occurred when a lorry traveling at high speed toward Tawa lost control and collided with a…
President William Ruto has dismissed claims that Kenyans are being forced to pay out-of-pocket hospital bills under the new Social Health Authority (SHA) scheme. Speaking at a public rally in Makueni County on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, President Ruto emphasized that the days of citizens selling personal assets or fundraising…