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Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested ten people suspected of being members of a highly organized land fraud syndicate accused of orchestrating some of Kenya’s most elaborate property scams. The group allegedly forged land documents and manipulated official records to illegally acquire and transfer property ownership. The operation was carried out by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) under the Land Fraud Investigations Unit (LFIU), led by unit chief Charles Mutua. The operation was carried out on Friday morning in an early morning intelligence-driven sting in Nairobi. The syndicate is alleged to have executed…

The World Health Expo (WHX) Nairobi 2025 opened at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) with a strong call for sustainable leadership, innovation, and investment to strengthen East Africa’s health systems. Themed “Advancing Healthcare and Laboratory Innovation in East Africa,” the three-day event has drawn more than 5,000 delegates, 200 exhibitors, and 65 speakers from over 20 countries. The opening CEO Panel, moderated by Prof. Salim Hasham of the International Hospital Federation, brought together top executives from leading hospitals, including Aga Khan University Hospital, M.P. Shah Hospital, The Nairobi Hospital, and Kenyatta National Hospital. The leaders underscored the importance of…

The high-stakes fraud scandal involving former OKI General Trading director, Honey Khatwani, has taken another dramatic turn. Police are now moving to arrest his wife, Poonam Khatwani, over allegations that she was involved in the theft of KSh 356 million from the company. A warrant of arrest has already been issued, and officers are expected to pick her up at any time. Once arrested, she will be held at Parklands Police Station before appearing in court on Monday to take her plea. This latest development shows investigators are widening their net as they dig deeper into the multi-million shilling fraud.…

The High Court in Nairobi has overturned the conviction and 100-year prison sentence of Stephen Nzuki Mutisya, the former director of Scream Africa Children’s Home, ruling that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. Justice Alexander Muasya Muteti, in a judgment delivered virtually, found the convictions for multiple counts of defilement and an indecent act to be “unsafe” and ordered Nzuki’s immediate release. Nzuki had been convicted by a lower court in 2022 on three counts of defilement and one count of committing an indecent act with a child. The charges alleged that he sexually assaulted…

A gold fraud case against businessman Abbas Badru Omuoma, alias Yuri Sande Ismael, has been pushed to next month. The Sh8.1 million gold case was adjourned to September due to the trial court Magistrate Robinson Ondieki’s absence. Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi, on behalf of trial Magistrate Ondieki, directed the matter to be heard on September 23. Abbas was absent. Abbas Badru Omuoma is accused of obtaining USD 54550 on the 11th of August in the year 2021 in Nairobi. He obtained USD 54,550, equivalent to Sh. 8,182,500, from Yvan De Coninck by falsely pretending that he was in…

City businessman David Kinyua Ndegwa has landed in legal trouble after being charged with fraud involving a whopping Sh6.8 million. The case, which was heard on Friday before Milimani Chief Magistrate Susan Shitubi, revolves around allegations that Ndegwa duped a potential homebuyer under pretences. According to court documents, David Kinyua Ndegwa is accused of fraudulently obtaining Sh6,880,000 from a man identified as Richard Emoru Oboo. The money was allegedly paid between October 31, 2016, and June 1, 2018, under the promise that Ndegwa would assist Oboo in purchasing a three-bedroom apartment along Ngong Road in Nairobi. The prosecution claimed that…

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The Mombasa Catchball Tournament 2025 was held at the iconic Agha Khan Grounds near the serene beauty of Serena Beach. This wasn’t just another local match-up; it was a nationwide sporting festival that brought together over 200 players, from grassroots clubs to top-tier teams. The event celebrated not only competition but also team spirit, perseverance, and cultural unity. With the backdrop of Mombasa’s sandy shores and warm coastal atmosphere, players and fans alike experienced an unforgettable weekend. From the determination of the Nairobi squad that travelled hundreds of kilometres to participate to the spirited cheers of local supporters, the tournament…

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Mohammed Khalif Hassan A Nairobi businessman has been charged with fraudulently obtaining Sh 8.5 million in a fake spaghetti import deal. Mohammed Khalif Hassan appeared before Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Robinson Ondieki and denied the charge. Khalif was accused of obtaining the money from Osman Mohamed Ali, on diverse dates between 18th February 2023 and 21st May 2024 at an unknown place in the country. It was alleged that he obtained the money from Ali by falsely pretending that he was in a position to import spaghetti on his behalf. The court ordered him to deposit a cash bail of…