Two Tanzanians Wanted in Suspected Poisoning of Six Lions in Kenya

A suspected poisoning incident near Amboseli National Park has resulted in the deaths of at least six lions and 34 vultures. Authorities believe the animals consumed a poisoned cow carcass, prompting a joint investigation by Kenyan and Tanzanian wildlife officials.

Probe launched following poisoning of several lions in Amboseli

Police Release Mombasa Activist After Public Pressure

Mombasa human rights activist Sketty Walid, a staff member of VOCAL Africa, was released late last night after being arrested at Central Police Station. His release followed significant public pressure and the intervention of the Officer Commanding Station (OCS), sparked by widespread condemnation from human rights groups.

Gachagua Reveals Details of Special Police Squad Deployed to Disrupt His Campaigns

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of forming a special police squad to disrupt his political rallies, alleging state capture of the National Police Service (NPS) by pro-government politicians. He claims this squad, operating outside the command of Inspector General Douglas Kanja, attacked his convoy in Kirinyaga County on Friday, January 9.

Govt Charges Hospital Director as Crackdown on SHA Fraud Continues

A hospital director in Kakamega County has been charged with defrauding the Social Health Authority (SHA) of Ksh2.5 million by submitting alleged fake medical claims. This incident is part of a broader government crackdown on fraud within Kenya’s healthcare sector.