Win for Youths as Court Bars Police From Arresting for ‘Causing a Disturbance'

The High Court has declared Section 95(1)(b) of the Penal Code, which criminalizes “Creating a disturbance in a manner likely to cause a breach of peace,” unconstitutional. This ruling, delivered on Thursday, February 12, 2026, bars law enforcement from making arrests under this broad and vague provision.

Security scare as man runs towards Ruto mid-speech

Presidential security tackles a Wajir resident who made a Run at President Ruto

Video: Drama as Man Storms Podium During Ruto's Speech

During President William Ruto's visit to Mandera for the NYOTA Project fund disbursement, a man attempted to approach the Head of State on the podium. Security personnel swiftly intervened, tackling the individual moments before he reached Ruto.

Murkomen accuses MPs of funding criminal gangs

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused Kenyan Members of Parliament and other political leaders of funding and protecting criminal gangs, warning that the country faces organized urban banditry. He stated that these gangs, often composed of unemployed youth, threaten public safety and economic progress, with politicians allegedly harboring and financing them, particularly in urban areas.

Murkomen Orders Automatic Firing for Some Police Officers

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that police officers undergoing rehabilitation for substance abuse will be automatically discharged from service. This directive addresses ongoing concerns about officer misconduct and aims to improve discipline within the force.