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Appeals Court lifts order blocking govt sale of Safaricom stake to Vodacom

The Court of Appeal has lifted High Court orders that had blocked the government's planned Sh204.3 billion sale of its 15pc shareholding in Safaricom Plc to Vodacom Group Ltd.

By Nancy Gitonga 1 day ago

Court rejects AG's bid to dismiss Kenya's sh 7 trillion 'Odious debt' case

A three-judge High Court bench has dismissed Attorney General Dorcas Oduor’s bid to strike out Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah's petition

By Nancy Gitonga 1 day ago

IG Kanja faces jail for contempt over roadblocks during protests

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja risks a jail term if found guilty of deliberately defying High Court orders.

By Nancy Gitonga 1 day ago

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Why court has dismissed petition on killing of 'witches' in Kisii and Kilifi

Court says although the petition raised serious constitutional concerns regarding the rights of elderly persons, the evidence presented by the petitioners fell short of the legal threshold.

By Nancy Gitonga 2 days ago

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IMF struck out of Kenya's Sh7 trillion 'Odious debt' case, granted immunity

The IMF has secured a major legal victory after the High Court struck it out of a landmark petition challenging the legality of Kenya’s Sh7 trillion public debt.

By Nancy Gitonga 2 days ago

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Ruto cancelled Congo trip over ebola scare, Duale tells court

Fresh details have emerged that President William Ruto cancelled a planned presidential visit to Congo-Brazzaville on May 26, 2026.

By Nancy Gitonga 3 days ago

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Gachagua appeals impeachment verdict, but seeks to retain Sh50 million award

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has appealed the High Court ruling that upheld his impeachment while seeking to retain favourable findings.

By Nancy Gitonga 3 days ago

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"I don't want the money", Gachagua backtracks on Sh50m award

Rigathi Gachagua will not accept the Sh50 million compensation awarded to him by the High Court for the violation of his constitutional rights during his impeachment proceedings.

By Nancy Gitonga 3 days ago

Court stops construction of State Lodge, airstrip and golf course in Meru Forest

The HIgh Court has temporarily stopped plans to excise and develop parts of Imenti Forest for the construction of a State Lodge, airstrip, golf course and related facilities.

By Nancy Gitonga 3 days ago

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Shade of terror: Why calls for systemic change after Gen Z killings have not faded

The prosecution of Kenyan protesters has increasingly shifted from public-order offences to terrorism-related charges, raising legal and human rights concerns over the criminalisation of dissent.

By Nancy Gitonga 4 days ago

Court halts Kipkorir's Sh1m payout, orders Muthaiga Club to release Sh500,000

The High Court has suspended the full Sh1 million compensation payout to Donald Kipkorir in his dispute with Muthaiga Country Club, ordering the club to pay Sh500,000 immediately.

By Nancy Gitonga 4 days ago

Kairu elected new president of the Court of Appeal

Justice Steven Gatembu Kairu has been elected President of the Court of Appeal after winning 26 of 41 votes in a judicial election overseen by the IEBC.

By Nancy Gitonga 4 days ago

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Why DPP Ingonga has dropped case linking SSU, DCI officers to Indians' death

Fifteen security officers accused of the murder of two Indian nationals and their Kenyan driver are set to be freed after the DPP withdrew the case through a nolle prosequi.

By Nancy Gitonga 4 days ago

Remorseful Duale asks court to spare him over Ebola facility saga

Health CS Aden Duale has pleaded with the High Court to pardon him after he was found guilty of contempt, saying he is remorseful and committed to upholding the rule of law.

By Nancy Gitonga 4 days ago

Duale escapes jail as court accepts apology in contempt case over Ebola facility

Aden Duale avoided a possible jail term after the High Court accepted his apology and issued a strict warning over his contempt of court in relation to the disputed Ebola quarantine facility.

By Nancy Gitonga 4 days ago

EABL seeks CJ's intervention over conflicting court orders in Sh300b share sale

EABL has written to the Chief Justice seeking intervention over conflicting High Court orders surrounding the proposed Sh300 billion sale of Diageo Plc's controlling stake to Asahi Group.

By Nancy Gitonga 4 days ago

Justice Gatembu Kairu elected President of Appeal's Court

Justice Kairu defeated three other candidates in the race for the court's top leadership position: Lady Justice Lydia Achode, Justice Patrick Kiage and Lady Justice Agnes Murgor.

By Nancy Gitonga 5 days ago

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Duale summoned for contempt sentencing over Ebola quarantine facility

Health CS Duale is expected to appear before High Court Judge Patricia Nyaundi on Tuesday after she raised concerns about the construction of the facility despite existing court orders.

By Nancy Gitonga 5 days ago

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Judge to Matara: No more excuses in Wahu murder trial

Justice Alexander Muteti adjourned the defence hearing to July 17, warning that no further delays would be tolerated when the matter resumes next month.

By Nancy Gitonga 7 days ago

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Witness says audit did not link former Chase Bank director to fraud

A witness has admitted before a Nairobi court that the audit report relied upon by the prosecution did not implicate one of the former Chase Bank directors in the alleged fraud.

By Nancy Gitonga 8 days ago

Senteu Plaza owners win again as court dismisses fresh tenancy row

A firm linked to businessman Chris Obure has lost a fresh court battle over Nairobi's Senteu Plaza.

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Court upholds 20-year sentence for man claiming to be late Governor Gachagua's son

The High Court has upheld a 20-year jail sentence for Jackson Kihara, rejecting his bid for a sentence review and ruling that his application lacked legal merit.

By Nancy Gitonga 10 days ago

Africa's anti-graft chiefs meet in Nairobi as EACC warns of sophisticated corruption networks

African anti-corruption leaders meeting in Nairobi have warned that graft networks are becoming more sophisticated and tech-driven, calling for stronger cross-border cooperation.

By Nancy Gitonga 10 days ago

JILK construction loses bid to halt Sh340bn EABL shares sale

Although the court left room for the underlying constitutional petition to be heard later, Justice Mutai found no link between JILK's complaint and the transaction it sought to freeze.

By Nancy Gitonga 10 days ago

Political aspirant Ngenga to pay couple Sh1 million after failed business deal

A Politician has suffered a blow after a Nairobi court ordered him to refund Sh1 million to a couple over a failed commercial arrangement, marking a setback to his political and business reputation.

By Nancy Gitonga 11 days ago

COFEK sues NSSF over enhanced contributions, seeks return to Sh200 deductions

COFEK has sued NSSF and the government, seeking to stop the enforcement of enhanced NSSF contribution rates and compel employers to revert to the previous Sh200 monthly deduction.

By Nancy Gitonga 11 days ago

COFEK moves to block six Finance Bill 2026 clauses over tax, privacy concerns

COFEK has filed a High Court petition seeking to suspend six clauses in the Finance Bill 2026, arguing they violate constitutional safeguards on taxation, privacy and public participation.

By Nancy Gitonga 11 days ago

Former Kaimosi University employee charged over fake degree, Sh6.3m fraud

A former Kaimosi Friends University employee has been charged with forging a master's degree certificate to secure employment.

By Nancy Gitonga 11 days ago

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Safaricom ordered to pay innovator Sh1.4b over Mpesa Go copyright dispute

The High Court has ordered Safaricom to pay Sh1.4 billion in damages to an innovator for infringing copyright in the development of "Manage Child Account" and "Mpesa Go" products.

By Nancy Gitonga 12 days ago

Court awards Sh35.5m to victims of police brutality during 2023 Azimio protests

The High Court in Kisumu has awarded more than Sh35.5 million in compensation to 28 victims and families affected by police operations during the 2023 anti-government protests.

By Nancy Gitonga 12 days ago

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No gun and no shooter identified in Rex Masai killing, IPOA tells court

The gun used to kill Rex Masai, the bullet that struck him and the spent cartridge were never recovered, IPOA investigator told a Nairobi court on Monday.

By Nancy Gitonga 12 days ago

Senator's husband charged over car ownership, cybercrime allegations

Christopher Munene, husband of Senator Tabitha Mutinda, has been charged in a Nairobi court over alleged forgery and cybercrime linked to a Toyota Prado ownership dispute.

By Nancy Gitonga 12 days ago

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Court told Nairobi CEC Kerich is on 'official duty' abroad despite conviction for contempt

Controversy is surrounding the fate of Nairobi Finance CEC Charles Kerich after conflicting accounts emerged before the High Court over his whereabouts and employment status.

By Nancy Gitonga 12 days ago

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Gachagua impeachment: Lawyers raise alarm over missing pages, Judges signatures

Lawyers have questioned the integrity of the High Court judgment in Gachagua’s impeachment case, citing missing pages and lack of judicial signatures.

By Nancy Gitonga 13 days ago

Courts put legal threshold of public participation in judgements on trial

The Gachagua impeachment ruling has reignited debate on public participation, fair hearing rights, and whether courts apply constitutional standards consistently.

By Nancy Gitonga 13 days ago

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Court Freezes Sh16.9 Million in Accounts of Suspended Nairobi Official Analoh and Wife

Court freezes Sh16.9m in accounts linked to a suspended Nairobi County official and his wife after EACC recovered Sh65m during a raid.

By Nancy Gitonga 14 days ago

Ex-City Hall employee fined Sh5m for using forged degree certificate

Ex-city hall employee has been sentenced to four years in jail or a fine of Sh5.04 million for using a forged University of Nairobi degree certificate to secure a job and siphon millions of shillings.

By Nancy Gitonga 15 days ago

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Court freezes Analo, wife's accounts after EACC raid

The High Court has frozen bank accounts belonging to a suspended Nairobi City County official and his wife for six months.

By Nancy Gitonga 15 days ago

Court blocks Rology operations over health data compliance failures

In a landmark judgment, the court directed the government and health regulators to halt the firm's activities.

By Nancy Gitonga 15 days ago

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Sifuna seeks to nullify ODM removal move

Senator Sifuna wants ODM’s decision removing him as Secretary General nullified, arguing it violated due process and tainted disciplinary proceedings.

By Nancy Gitonga 17 days ago