Police in South Africa are searching for answers after the bodies of three police officers – who had been missing for six days – were found in a river. Boipelo Senoge, aged 20, Cebekhulu Linda, 24, and 30-year-old Keamogetswe Buys were last seen leaving a petrol station near Johannesburg last Wednesday. Their bodies were discovered by divers around 70km (43 miles) away in Hennops River, along with the remains of two other unnamed persons. The police initially said they were investigating a case of “possible hijacking and kidnapping” but on Tuesday said they could not speculate whether or not the…
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Two murder suspects in the killing of a 26-year-old woman in Likoni, Mombasa County will undergo mental health tests before they take plea for the murder of Jane Achieng Omullo, in February 2025. McDonald Ochieng Owino alias Don and Alice Ochieng Achieng, who are suspected to have committed the crime with others still at large, were Wednesday arraigned at the Mombasa High Court. Police believe the woman was murder for occultism. The two, together with others who are being hunted by detectives, are suspected of having committed the act between the February 7 and 8, 2025. “This court is hereby…
Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) declared eight individuals wanted in connection with an alleged multi-million naira fraud involving the Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), a digital trading platform. The watchdog published a list of eight wanted persons, including the Kenyans, in connection with a breach on the CBEX platform which saw the accounts of sections of users in Kenya, Nigeria, and Egypt wiped out about two weeks ago. Earlier in April, the digital asset trading platform ‘’collapsed” and subsequently swept over N1.3 trillion from investors’ wallets, leaving many Nigerians devastated. The Nigerian suspects—Adefowora Olanipekun, Adefowora Oluwanisola, Emmanuel Uko, and…
The High Court declared a protest ban issued by former Nairobi Police Commander Adamson Bungei during the 2024 anti-tax demonstrations illegal and unconstitutional. The case was filed by 11 protesters, represented by Pareno Solonka of Solonka & Solonka Advocates LLP, against Attorney General, Inspector General of Police, and Bungei. At the center of the case was a media alert issued by Bungei on June 18, 2024, where he declared a ban on protests and public assemblies within Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD). Judge Bahati Mwamuye found the ban to be a violation of the Constitution, specifically infringing on the rights…
A retired senior police officer and two co-accused persons have been granted cash bail of Sh100,000 each in a case where they are charged with the murder of a farmhand. Retired Administration Police Commissioner of Police Michael Mbugua and his two co-accused persons have been in custody since they took plea in the matter. The deceased was accused of stealing a wire mesh worth Sh1,000. The suspects had applied for a review of their bail terms, which the court approved. The hearing has been scheduled for July 23, 2025 and will take place at the scene of the alleged crime.…
The US Senate has confirmed that former Georgia Senator David Perdue will become ambassador to China, a key post amid the Trump administration’s escalating trade tensions with Beijing. Perdue, who was nominated by Trump during the transition period in December, once was labelled as “anti-China” by a Chinese think tank while serving in Congress. The 75-year-old former businessman is one of several China “hawks” currently serving in the administration. The Senate vote on Tuesday fell 67-29 in his favour, with four senators not voting. When he announced his choice last year, Trump said that Perdue would be “instrumental” in maintaining…
US President Donald Trump is set to take action to ease the impact of new tariffs on the auto industry, which had sparked warnings about higher prices and the potential for significant hits to sales and production. The change will allow carmakers with US factories to reduce the amount they pay in import taxes on foreign parts, using a formula tied to how many cars they sell and the price. The provision is intended to provide relief to businesses for two years as they rework their supply chains, White House officials said. They also said that parts made in Canada…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Tuesday sought to reassure Kenyans that it will rigorously enforce the government’s directive suspending all gambling advertisements and influencer marketing for 30 days. The DCI said the move aims to curb the rising tide of betting activities that have increasingly targeted vulnerable populations, particularly the youth. In alignment with the directive, the DCI emphasised its commitment to fostering a responsible gaming environment in a bid to protect its citizens from exploitation, warning that stern measures would be taken against illegal operators violating gaming regulations. “DCI reiterates its commitment to fostering a responsible gaming environment…
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja Tuesday vowed to take decisive action against his juniors accused of using excessive force during a violent clash with protesting residents in Angata Barikoi, Narok County. The incident left five villagers dead and 15 others with wounds. While touring the troubled area to assess the damage on Tuesday, Kanja apologised for the police’s heavy-handed response and ordered the immediate transfer of the area DCI commander and General Service Unit officers linked to the incident. He listened to calls for a speedy resolution to a longstanding land dispute that sparked the deadly demonstrations, where so…
Are you an aspiring healthcare professional looking to pursue the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification course? Preparing for this program ahead of time can improve your chances of passing the exam. The test can also help you acquire skills for real-life medical emergencies. This guide will discuss how to prepare for your online BLS certification exam so that you can succeed in this field. Tips to Prepare for the BLS Certification Exam A recent study revealed that the prevalence of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training among the global population ranges between 3% and 65%. This means more training is required to…
Managing your personal finances effectively is one of the most important skills you can develop, yet it’s one that many people struggle with. Between everyday expenses, unexpected emergencies, and long-term goals like homeownership or retirement, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, by taking small, consistent actions, you can build a strong financial foundation that supports your life today and sets you up for future success. This article explores essential steps to help you gain control over your financial situation, reduce debt, and create lasting financial habits. Assessing Your Current Financial Health Before you can make improvements, you need a clear…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi termed as reckless and malicious an attempt by some MPs to travel to Taiwan during the period when President William Ruto was touring China. Mudavadi said the plan by the legislators to visit Taiwan was meant to scuttle the government’s efforts to further strengthen its relationship with China, a move that was unpatriotic and a provocative action. Speaking during question time at the Senate, when he appeared before the Senate Security and Foreign Affairs Committee, Mudavadi said it would have been a provocative action “We know, there were some people who were pushing to have…
Amazon (AMZN) is denying reports that it will display the impact of tariffs next to the price of products on its e-commerce site that drew the ire of the Trump administration on Tuesday. According to Washington Post reporter Jeff Stein, Amazon said it was never considering adding the additional cost caused by tariffs next to the price of goods on its main website, but rather was contemplating doing so on its low-cost Amazon Haul site. Earlier on Tuesday, Punchbowl News reported that Amazon would show tariff-related price increases on goods. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called the move “a…
The Cabinet approved the establishment of a Consulate General in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. This decision underscores Kenya’s commitment to promoting global peace and security while expanding diplomatic presence in the Caribbean, a Cabinet brief said. The consulate will provide strategic support to Kenya’s leadership role in restoring law and order in Haiti. Former Deputy Inspector General of Administration Police Noor Gabow is set to take over as the Consular General in Haiti. Kenya has deployed more than 800 police officers to help in fighting criminal gangs in Haiti. The Cabinet also resolved to implement significant budget realignments in line with the…
Three young children who are US citizens – including one with cancer – were deported to Honduras alongside their mothers last week, according to advocacy groups and the families’ lawyers. One of the children is a four-year-old with Stage 4 cancer who was sent without medication, a lawyer for the child’s family said. Donald Trump’s border czar Tom Homan said the mothers had made the choice for their citizen children to be removed with them. “Having a US citizen child does not make you immune from our laws,” he said, adding the mothers were in the US illegally. Trump faced…