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How Sh8b dirty fuel flagged for rejection beat the system, entered pipeline

A controversial fuel consignment allegedly entered Kenya's system despite a government ban, with invoices revealing billions in charges to major oil marketers.

By David Odongo 11 days ago

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CHAN rip-off: How weeks-old insurance firm pocketed Sh42 million

A damning letter from IRA, and a procurement trail point to a transaction under the FKF president, in which Sh42.4 million brokerage fees was wired to a company with no licence to operate.

By David Odongo 12 days ago

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Tactless diplomat? The growing tensions, gaffes at Foreign ministry

Tensions are rising within Kenya's Foreign Ministry as diplomats accuse Korir Sing'oei of undermining professionalism and straining diplomatic relations through his leadership style.

By David Odongo 14 days ago

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Gaucho's board appointment sparks public backlash

The appointment of Calvince Okoth to the board of Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital has sparked backlash over his suitability, highlighting concerns about governance standards in public health institutions.

By David Odongo 14 days ago

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Of collapsed cases and unanswered questions: Inside DCI Amin's troubled record

DCI comes under fire over arrests made with little or no progress on the high profile cases that were highly publicized.

By David Odongo 16 days ago

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Sh3b sugar scam: How raw industrial sugar is being repackaged for the kitchen

A Sh1.5 billion consignment of industrial sugar meant for processing has allegedly been repackaged and sold for household consumption.

By David Odongo 18 days ago

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TSC halts Kewota deductions as offices broken into in night raid

TSC halts Kewota deductions as offices broken into in night raid.

By David Odongo 19 days ago

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Defiant Wandayi says will not resign as fuel probe drags on

Questions are mounting over a high-profile arrest after no charges have been filed, with the DPP saying it has not received any inquiry file from investigators.

By David Odongo 21 days ago

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From payroll to bank documents: How a teacher's welfare scheme has been captured by relatives

Allegations of mismanagement, nepotism and possible corruption have emerged within the Kenya Women Teachers Association over the handling of millions of shillings deducted from members' salaries.

By David Odongo 22 days ago

Inside the 19 counties set to decide Cricket Kenya's new leadership

A high-stakes contest that will shape the future of cricket in Kenya is now in motion, with details emerging of the 19 counties whose delegates will determine Cricket Kenya's new leadership.

By David Odongo 23 days ago

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Drunk with power: Ichung'wah's 'polished goon' tag grows as he spews insults, threatens dissent

Insults flow freely from Ichung'wah's tongue, both inside Parliament and at rallies. And now, he even orchestrates silencing of dissent.

By David Odongo 23 days ago

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KRA exit: How Ruto ordered Wattanga to resign as Commissioner General

KRA Chairman Ndiritu Muriithi said Commissioner-General Humphrey Wattanga played a key role in advancing KRA's mandate and was instrumental in organisational restructuring reforms.

By David Odongo 26 days ago

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Of dramatic arrests, weak cases, delays and quiet withdrawals: The making of revolving petrol saga

It starts with cameras and promises but ends with empty charge sheets and quiet withdrawals.

By David Odongo 27 days ago

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How unmoved Wandayi forced Kenya into a costly deal with Gulf Energy

Kenya faced a potential fuel crisis in March after Gulf Energy Limited failed to meet contractual obligations, forcing the Ministry of Energy under Opiyo Wandayi to secure costly emergency fuel deals.

By David Odongo 28 days ago

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Opiyo Wandayi: The man at centre of petrol waiver scandal

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi is implicated in Kenya's petrol waiver scandal as senior officials resign or face arrest over a controversial fuel shipment.

By David Odongo 29 days ago

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Inside deal to free energy bosses

It is now emerging that the resignation of three top officials was part of plea bargain as government fights off fuel scandal.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Wheeler-dealers?: Energy bosses' arrests expose racket to import poor quality fuel

The officials are alleged to have pushed for the release of a substandard fuel consignment. The fuel had failed to meet quality standards and was therefore unfit for the Kenyan market.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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From Kigali to Nairobi, Equity Bank hit by a string of heists

The lender has lost more than Sh1.9 billion to alleged internal theft in the past 18 months. Beyond multi-billion-dollar fraud, 2025 saw smaller-scale thefts at branches in Kenya.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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The masterminds of Harambee House tender scam

The scam was orchestrated from the office of Interior PS Raymond Omolo by senior officials and aides, and the whistleblower who tipped off police is his close aide.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Failed mission: Mudavadi returns from Moscow empty-handed

Families still wait as injured and dead Kenyans remain stranded abroad.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Backlash: President under fire for meddling in Nairobi Hospital saga

Ruto said he authorised a crackdown on the Nairobi hospital's management after receiving a formal appeal from senior consultants.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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William Ruto's hand in The Nairobi Hospital's hostile takeover

President Ruto is at the centre of a storm over control of the 70-year-old Nairobi Hospital after senior doctors revealed they had requested his intervention to rescue the institution from collapse.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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From controversial rulings to ignored court orders: Why Judiciary is under fire

Judges who deliver adverse rulings such as Justice Bahati Mwamuye-who in January 2026 nullified the appointment of 21 presidential advisors-have found themselves transferred.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Unholy trinity: Kenyans left alone as three arms of government close ranks

The Executive, Legislature and Judiciary have closed ranks in recent times. When one arm of government receives a good law or ruling the other also benefits

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Corridors of deals: How fraudsters exploit state offices in multi-billion scams

Fraudsters exploit Kenyan government offices, including Harambee House, to scam investors with fake multi-billion-shilling deals.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Of poor planning, weak enforcement and corruption: Nairobi's problems

With at least 28 people confirmed dead, more missing and property worth hundreds of millions destroyed, city residents are demanding answers as many direct their anger at City Hall.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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KCAA boss says Bomas did not breach air rules

KCAA has said its mandate to safeguard the country's airspace is uncompromised, despite ongoing concerns over high-rise developments near Wilson Airport.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Revealed: Inside Wilson Airports' waiting deaths

Wilson Airport, East Africa's busiest general aviation hub, is struggling with decay, congestion, and systemic failures that have aviation stakeholders deeply worried.

By David Odongo 1 month ago

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Adani won't get airport deal through the back door, says transport CS

The government has refuted claims that the controversial Adani Group will be back during the announcement of a fresh competitive bidding process for the expansion of JKIA.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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Ruto's man gets chairmanship of two state corporation

Former Eldoret East MP Joseph Kipchumba Lagat, a close ally of President William Ruto, has been appointed chairman of two state corporations.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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How Adani is plotting comeback after losing Sh258b JKIA deal

The Kenya Airports Authority unveiled a 20-year blueprint for the transformation of JKIA, but the ambitious plan has revived concerns that Adani Group could be returning through the back door.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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President visits Ng'eno's Karen home, condoles with his family

President Ruto described the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng'eno as a "progressive and devoted servant of the people" who worked tirelessly for his constituents.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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How staff, outsider at Moi Hospital stole Sh10 million from patients

Patients at MTRH paid bills, believing money went into official government accounts, only for the suspects to divert the money, exposing serious eCitizen platform security flaws.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

Human rights crusader Mugambi Kiai dies after battle with kidney failure

Human rights defender Mugambi Kiai dies after battle with kidney failure, family confirms; he was brother to former KNCHR boss Maina Kiai.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

In the spirit of Ramadhan: UAE sends emergency food supplies to Kenya

The United Arab Emirates has sent 30 tonnes of emergency food supplies to Kenya in an effort to cushion families bearing the brunt of the prolonged drought

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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Bomas: Shadowy project minting taxpayers' billions

Questions are mounting over how billions of taxpayers' money are being spent in the controversial Bomas of Kenya redevelopment project.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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Inside the Presidential security detail

Protecting the President involves layered security protocols, from advanced reconnaissance teams and sniper cover to plainclothes officers, perimeter police, and the elite Presidential Security Unit.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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Ruto's security breach raises eyebrows on safety of President

Security concerns have intensified after a man breached protocol and ran towards President William Ruto during a public event at Wajir Stadium, prompting swift intervention by his security team.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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From Sifuna's removal to mass exodus: Inside Ruto's hand in ODM capture

President William Ruto's hand in the unfolding sequence of explosive events in the ODM party, including the ouster of Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, has been openly evident.

By David Odongo 2 months ago

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City Hall betrayal: Like Sonko, Sakaja now seeking NMS-like deal from State Househanging over Sakaja

A deal struck on Tuesday in the corridors of State House could see Nairobi County cede some key functions to national government.

By David Odongo 2 months ago