Clare Ochieng', Author at Fourtheye Africa

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DCI Probes Ruai Land Ownership Dispute Amid Competing Claims

Centrine OgonyoMay 5, 2026

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an inquiry into a land ownership dispute in Ruai, Nairobi, following competing claims over a parcel of land under development. In a statement issued by the Investigative agency, a complainant identified as Catherine Wanderi, had reported the matter at the DCI offices in Ruai, alleging that an […]

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Social media now Kenya’s top news source, new report shows

Cliffe OlooMay 4, 2026

Social media has emerged as the primary source of news for Kenyans, according to the 2025 State of the Media Report by the Media Council of Kenya. The report was released on Monday May 4, 2026, to coincide with the global observance of World Press Freedom Day, and to determine the overall state of media […]

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Police arrest seven over violent robbery in Kisumu East, recover motorcycle and narcotics

Centrine OgonyoMay 4, 2026

Officers from the National Police Service (NPS) in Kisumu East Sub-County have arrested seven suspects linked to a recent robbery with violence incident. Acting on intelligence, police tracked down the suspects, believed to be accomplices to an earlier arrest, and apprehended them at Kamrongo Village in Chiga Sub-Location. During the operation, officers recovered a motorcycle […]

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Marco Rubio to hold talks with Pope Leo XIV amid Vatican–US tensions

Clare Ochieng'May 4, 2026

Marco Rubio is expected to meet Pope Leo XIV during a visit to Rome later this week, amid tensions between the Vatican and US President Donald Trump over the pope’s recent remarks on war and foreign policy. According to a Vatican source, the meeting is expected to take place on Thursday and is seen as […]

Kenya reaffirms commitment to stronger ties with Japan

Clare Ochieng'May 4, 2026

Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties with Japan as the two countries seek deeper cooperation in trade, investment and development. Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi said Kenya values its long-standing partnership with Japan, describing the Asian nation as a reliable development partner that has contributed […]

Gachagua defends Uhuru Kenyatta amid Kenya Kwanza criticism

Clare Ochieng'May 4, 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended retired President Uhuru Kenyatta over continued criticism from leaders within the ruling coalition, saying the former Head of State still has a constitutional right to speak on national matters. Speaking during a PCEA church service in Illasit, Kajiado South, Gachagua said retirement from public office should not stop […]

Flooding Renders Section of Mombasa Road Near JKIA Impassable

Clare Ochieng'May 1, 2026

Heavy rains that pounded Nairobi overnight caused massive flooding across several parts of the city on Friday morning, leaving major roads blocked and motorists stranded for hours. One of the worst-hit areas was Mombasa Road, where flooding between Mlolongo and Cabanas disrupted traffic flow and caused a major snarl-up stretching several kilometres. Witnesses said vehicles […]

Government Relaxes Fuel Standards for Six Months Amid Supply Crisis

Clare Ochieng'May 1, 2026

Kenyans will for the next six months use fuel with higher sulphur content after the government announced temporary changes to fuel quality standards following supply challenges linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In a statement issued on Thursday, Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui said the government had approved a temporary waiver increasing […]

Court Clears Mike Sonko of Money Laundering Charges in KSh 14M Case

Clare Ochieng'April 30, 2026

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko has been acquitted of money laundering charges after a Nairobi court ruled that prosecutors failed to provide enough evidence to link him to the offence. In a ruling delivered by the court, the former Nairobi governor was cleared of the money laundering count, bringing partial relief in a case […]

Grammy Awards President Set for Nairobi Visit as Kenya Eyes Creative Industry Boost

Clare Ochieng'April 30, 2026

The president of the Recording Academy, the body behind the Grammy Awards, is expected to visit Nairobi next month for talks with President William Ruto as Kenya pushes to grow its music and creative industry. According to an official statement released on Wednesday, April 29, Recording Academy president Panos A. Panay will be in Kenya […]

Specialized units deployed on Nairobi–Garissa highway after surge in attacks

Clare Ochieng'April 30, 2026

The National Police Service has deployed specialized security units along the Nairobi-Garissa Highway following rising insecurity that has disrupted transport and raised fears among travellers and residents. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said the operation aims to restore calm and improve security along the Mwingi-Garissa route after recent […]

Residents told to move as Tana River flood risk intensifies

Clare Ochieng'April 30, 2026

Residents living along the lower stretches of the Tana River have been urged to move to safer areas as authorities warn of possible flooding caused by rising water levels. In a statement, the Interior Ministry said heavy rains being experienced in the upper Tana region, including areas around Mt. Kenya, has increased the amount of […]

Antoine Moses to attempt 40,000 mangrove planting record in Mombasa

Clare Ochieng'April 29, 2026

Kenya is set to host a major environmental restoration exercise at the Coast, where Guinness World Record holder Antoine Moses will attempt to plant 40,000 mangrove seedlings within 24 hours in Mombasa County. The exercise will take place at the Mirarani site in Tudor Creek from April 30 to May 1 as part of efforts […]