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Duo Accused of Posing as EACC Officers to Defraud Victim Freed on Sh200,000 Bond Two suspects, Anastacia Mueni Kavemba and Stephen Mulei Ngati, have been released on bond after being charged with allegedly obtaining money by falsely posing as officials from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). According to the prosecution, on March 29, 2026, the duo conspired to defraud Hero Bwanamaka Said by presenting themselves as officers attached to the anti-graft agency. The two appeared before Milimani Magistrate Joan Mati, where they both pleaded not guilty to the charges. Through their lawyer, the accused persons sought lenient bail terms, arguing that they have strong ties to the community, fixed places of residence, and had fully cooperated with investigators.  The two accused: Anastacia Mueni Kavemba and Stephen Mulei Ngati before Milimani law courts on March 31,2026 The defence also raised concerns that they were not arraigned within the legally required timeframe followin...

A suspect has been arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts over an alleged USD 600,000 fake gold scam targeting a foreign national. The accused, Duncan Okaka Okonji, appeared before court on March 25, 2026, where he was charged with conspiracy to defraud contrary to Section 317 of the Penal Code. He denied the charge. Court records indicate that Okonji was arrested on March 24, 2026, and initially granted a cash bail of Sh100,000.  However, the prosecution successfully applied for a review of the bond terms, arguing that the amount involved in the alleged fraud was substantial and denominated in US dollars. Accused Duncan Okaka Okonji before Milimani law courts on March 26,2026/ photo/ reporter The court subsequently revised the terms, releasing the accused on a bond of Sh5 million or an alternative cash bail of Sh1 million, with two contact persons required. According to investigators from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the case stems from a complaint lodged by an Austra...

A Nairobi court has heard that the same individual appears in a series of photographs and video footage presented as evidence in an inquest into the death of Rex Masai, who was allegedly shot during protests in the Central business district. Appearing before presiding magistrate Geoffrey Onsarigo at the Milimani Law Courts, a senior forensic analyst from the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), Joshua Mutua, told the court that his analysis established consistency between images and video clips captured on June 18 and June 20, 2024. Mutua, who has over 10 years’ experience in crime scene investigations, testified that he received a 16GB flash disk from the investigating officer, Justin Nyatete, on July 14, 2025, for forensic examination. He said the request required him to print and certify photographs, determine the authenticity of video recordings, and prepare a report on the contents of the storage device. A photo of Rex Masai who was shot during the June 2024 anti-finan...

The Court of Appeal of Kenya has dismissed an application by the Assets Recovery Agency seeking to halt the execution of a High Court decision involving former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko Mbuvi Gideon Kioko. In a ruling delivered in Nairobi on March 25, 2026, a three-judge bench comprising K. M’Inoti, E. C. Mwita and B. Ongaya dismissed the Agency’s application, terming it as lacking merit. In courts The Agency had moved to the appellate court under Rule 5(2)(b) seeking a stay of execution of a High Court judgment delivered on October 1, 2025, by Prof. Sifuna.  The lower court had dismissed its case, finding insufficient evidence to prove that the funds in question were proceeds of crime. In its application, the Agency argued that under Section 97 of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act (POCAMLA), preservation orders should remain in force pending the outcome of an appeal. However, Sonko’s legal team countered that the High Court decision was a “negative order” — mea...

A Nairobi court has issued a warrant of arrest against blogger Kitovoto Mutinda after he failed to appear for a scheduled hearing in a case filed by Mwingi Central MP Gideon Mulyungi. Mutinda is facing nine counts of publishing false information against the legislator, contrary to Section 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act No. 5 of 2018. The matter, which was set for hearing on Monday, March 23, 2026, before Milimani Principal Magistrate Rose Ndombi, could not proceed after both the accused and his lawyer failed to attend court. Mwingi Central MP Gideon Mulyungi previously before Milimani Law Court The case had previously been adjourned after the defence informed the court that Mutinda was unwell and unable to appear. During the latest session, the complainant successfully applied for the issuance of a warrant of arrest, noting the accused’s absence and alleging that he had continued to publish information against him despite the matter being active in court. The court grant...

The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has moved to court seeking an additional month to complete investigations into the alleged loss of sh72.8 million under the Kazi Majuu programme at the Ministry of Labour. The Four suspects:Rahma Ochieng Pacho, Rachael Njoki Kariuki, Vincent Oyugi Omondi, and Samuel Kibuti Njue,are under investigation over claims of conspiracy to defraud, abuse of office, and offences linked to money laundering and proceeds of crime. Appearing before Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina on Monday, March 23, 2026, the prosecution made an oral request for more time, stating that investigations were still ongoing.  From right,Rahma Ochieng, Njoki Kariuki, Oyugi Omondi and Kibuti Njue appear before Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina on Friday, January 30, 2026. The investigating officer reportedly indicated that key aspects of the probe remain incomplete. The court was further informed that investigators are planning to travel to Dubai to record additi...

A Milimani court has allowed the prosecution to withdraw all charges against three accused persons under Section 87(a) of the Criminal Procedure Code, in a case linked to the alleged failure to lodge financial statements for Nairobi Hospital. The application made by state prosecutor Norah Otieno and others told the court that the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) required more time to review the case file and would not proceed with the charges at this stage. The move was strongly opposed by the defence team led by Senior Counsel James Orengo, alongside Charles Kanjama of the LSK, Nelson Havi, Peter Wanyama, Abner Onyango, Wanjira Maina and Paul Isaac. The three Barcley Mogere Onyambu, Magdalene Koki Muthoka, and John Nyiro Mweru before the Milimani magistrate court on March 23,2026 Orengo termed the application an abuse of the criminal justice system, questioning the rationale of filing charges only to withdraw them before they are read in court. “It is unfortunate that the prosecu...

Seven government officials charged in connection with a Sh60 million ambulance tender scam have been freed on 5 million bond after a court ruling, even as prosecutors laid out details of an alleged scheme involving fake government deals and forged documents. According to the prosecution, the accused conspired to defraud a foreign national by falsely claiming they could secure a lucrative tender for the supply of 500 Toyota Hiace ambulances through the Ministry of Interior. In the process, they allegedly obtained over USD 470,000 using falsified contracts and letters of award to make the deal appear legitimate. Appearing before Milimani law court, the prosecution confirmed that investigations had been concluded and formal charges filed against all accused persons. Accused persons Michael Musyoki Ngumbi, Evans Simotwo, Geoffrey Were Odondi, Allan Mutahi Kariuki, Purity Njeri Niamu, Muniaro Jared Masinde, Kororia Simatwa and Rose Mbuthia. “The investigations are complete and the office h...

A Nairobi court has convicted six people in connection with a string of violent robberies carried out hours before the fatal shooting of former Kabete MP George Muchai and his aides in 2015. The judgment, delivered at the Milimani Law Courts under Section 215 of the Criminal Procedure Code, concluded a case that has been in court for more than a decade after the suspects were first arraigned in 2015. The Six:Erick Muyera Isabwa,Raphael Kimani Gachii,Mustafa Kimani Anyonyi,Stephen Astiva Lipapo, Jane,Wanjiru Kamau,Margaret Njeri Wachiuri before court on March 13,2026 The seven accused persons in the case were Erick Muyera Isabwa alias Chairman, Raphael Kimani Gachii alias Kim Butcher, Mustafa Kimani Anyonyi alias Musto, Stephen Astiva Lipapo alias Chokore, Jane Wanjiru Kamau alias Shiro, Margaret Njeri Wachiuri and Simon Wambugu Gichamba. The seven Accused persons before Milimani law courts on March 13,2026 They faced several charges including robbery with violence and unlawful possessi...

A Nairobi court has acquitted the seventh accused person in the robbery with violence case linked to the killing of former Kabete MP George Muchai, bringing to an end an 11-year trial that began in 2015. Simon Wambugu Gichamba, the seventh accused person, was found not guilty of counts 1, 2 and 3 and ordered to be set at liberty unless otherwise lawfully held, ending more than a decade in custody in connection with the case. Simon Wambugu Gichamba seventh accused during his judgement before Milimani law courts Delivering the judgment at the Milimani Law Courts, Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina stated: “Each of the fifth, sixth and seventh accused persons is not guilty of counts numbers 1, 2 and 3 and is each acquitted of the said counts.” The Milimani court further directed: “The seventh accused person, who has been acquitted of all the counts, is ordered to be set at liberty unless otherwise lawfully held.” The court heard that Gichamba had been arrested after a Nokia phone stolen from o...

A Nairobi court has issued arrest warrants for 20 suspects and eight medical facilities over an alleged Sh28 million fraud linked to the Social Health Authority (SHA). The move follows an application by prosecution counsel Joyce Olajo after the suspects failed to appear in court to take plea on charges approved by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). According to the prosecution, the accused face multiple charges including conspiracy to defraud, operating unlicensed health facilities, acquisition and use of proceeds of crime, unauthorised access to computer systems, computer fraud, obtaining money by false pretence, and abuse of office. In courts  Court documents state that the suspects allegedly orchestrated a scheme to fraudulently register medical facilities under the SHA system and submit claims for medical procedures that were never conducted. The fraudulent claims reportedly led to a loss of approximately Sh28 million in public funds. Those facing arrest ...

The Environment and Land Court has temporarily stopped planned demolitions in Gikomba and the Shaurimoyo River Bank Settlement Scheme, ruling that the status quo must be maintained until the case is fully heard. The demolitions, initially scheduled for March 3, 2026, were blocked after petitioners warned they threatened the homes and livelihoods of thousands. Lady Justice L.G. Kimani certified the matter as urgent, citing the immediate risk to property and the welfare of residents. An inter partes hearing, where both sides will present arguments, is set for March 10, 2026. In courts The petition was filed by the Shaurimoyo River Bank Settlement Scheme and several individuals representing over 3,000 residents, including traders from Gikomba Cloth Market and families from Blue Estate and Kamukunji.  They are represented by Oyoo P. & Associates and have named the Water Resources Authority and Nairobi City County as respondents. Residents say they are lawful allottees, settled on t...

A Nairobi court has set June 15 and 17, 2026, for the hearing of a Sh106.8 million fraud case involving businessman Jonathan Ngenga Ndisya and his co-accused Peter Kamau. The matter is before Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina at the Milimani Law Courts. Both men face multiple charges linked to an alleged scheme to defraud a private company. When the case was mentioned on Monday, March 2, Ngenga requested more time, explaining that his lawyer was unable to attend court due to an urgent matter that required him to travel upcountry. Jonathan Ngenga Ndisya and his co-accused Peter Kamau before Milimani magistrate courts on February 26,2026./Screengrab The court granted the request and fixed the hearing dates for mid-June. The case had previously been adjourned on February 20, 2026, after Ngenga’s lawyer failed to appear, before being mentioned virtually earlier this month. Ngenga, director of Joncil Enterprises, and Kamau, an accountant at Agro Irrigation and Pump Services Limited, are accused...

The High Court in Nairobi has temporarily barred the police and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from arresting or prosecuting two medical practitioners accused of administering an unregistered drug to a patient. Justice Martin Muya issued conservatory orders restraining the Inspector General of Police, DCI, and the ODPP from taking action against Dr. Jane Njeri Kamau and nurse Vivian Chebet Masai pending the hearing and determination of their petition. In his ruling, Justice Muya ordered that no arrest, arraignment, or prosecution should proceed based on investigations conducted by the DCI dated February 5, 2026, until the matter before the High Court is heard and determined. Court documents alleges that the two medics are suspected vñof unlawfully administering an unregistered medicinal product Mounjaro (Tirzepatide 7.5mg) — to Nancy Muthoni Warutumo on March 1, 2025. In courts The charge sheet alleges that the drug was administered without proper diagnosis, due care, or pr...

Kisumu City Manager Abala Wanga has failed to appear before Milimani Anti-Corruption Court for the second time, citing illness as the reason for his absence. Abala was scheduled to respond to allegations of forging a KCSE certificate on February 6, 2026, but did not attend. His lawyers informed the court that he was undergoing surgery at the time. On Monday, March 2, 2026, appearing before Chief Magistrate Harrison Barasa, the defence requested an additional 30 days to allow the city manager to recover fully and appear in court. “Your Honour, our client is still unwell. We request 30 more days for him to regain his health and be able to attend court,” said Abala’s lawyers. Kisumu city manager Abala Wanga/photo/X Magistrate Barasa granted the request and directed that the case be mentioned again on April 7, 2026, for further instructions. Court documents indicate that Abala is accused of fraudulently obtaining sh 8,701,091 from the Kisumu County Government between September 2020 and Nov...

 The Iranian Ambassador to Kenya, Ali Gholampour, has reassured that Kenyans in Iran can leave safely through special “no‑land exit corridors,” amid rising regional tensions following recent US and Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. Ambassador Gholampour said there are only a few Kenyans in Iran, but the government is facilitating their departure. “All relevant institutions are providing the necessary support f The Iranian Ambassador to Kenya, Ali Gholampour addressing the media/photo/file or those wishing to leave through the no‑land exit corridors,” he said. The corridors are overland routes coordinated with embassies and neighbouring countries.  They allow foreign nationals to exit safely when airports are closed or air travel is restricted.  Kenyans can travel through these routes to neighbouring countries before accessing further transport back home. The ambassador also reassured that Kenya is not under any missile threat from Iran. “Our missile range is limited t...

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Iran’s Ambassador to Kenya, Ali Gholampour, has reassured Nairobi that the country is safe from Iranian missiles. Speaking on Monday,March 2,2026, Gholampour explained that Iran’s missile capability has been deliberately limited to a maximum range of 2,000 kilometres. “Our missiles will not reach Kenyan territory. This is a clear message that we do not intend to involve other nations in this conflict,” he said. Iran’s Ambassador to Kenya, Ali Gholampour addressing the media/Photo/File.  Gholampour added that the limitation underscores Tehran’s peaceful and defensive stance. “The range of our missiles is intentionally capped at around 2,000 kilometres, reflecting our defensive and non-aggressive stance,” Gholampour emphasized. Addressing concerns over Kenya hosting U.S. military facilities, including Camp Simba in Lamu, the ambassador said Iran has no plans to target the country.  For Kenyans currently in Iran, he confirmed that the emba...

A Mount Kenya University student has denied all charges of acquiring and using alleged proceeds of crime worth Sh1,479,800 and has been released on a bond of Sh300,000. Collins Mutuma, from Thika, appeared before Milimani Principal Magistrate Rose Ndumbi, facing allegations that on March 30, 2025, he acquired Sh1,479,800 from a Kingdom Bank account belonging to Interways Works Limited. Collins Mutuma, MKU student before Milimani magistrate court/photo/screengrab  If not convicted of acquisition, he faces an alternative charge of knowingly receiving the funds while aware they were stolen. The prosecution did not oppose bail but asked the court to consider the seriousness of the offence, requesting a mention date to confirm pretrial compliance. Through his lawyer, Nyamwaro, Mutuma sought reasonable bail, noting he is a student with no independent income and fully supported by his single mother.  The defence highlighted that he had previously been granted Sh200,000 cash bail in O...

Four individuals have been released on a cash bail of Sh500,000 each, or an alternative bond of Sh1 million, after denying charges linked to an alleged Sh31 million fraud involving Kalworks Limited. The accused;Esbon Wamathu Wandugo, Albert Kiptanui Kosgei, Mary Wamoyo Muriuki, and Godfrey Otieno Owino are alleged to have fraudulently obtained Sh31,053,520 from the company between January 2024 and September 2025. According to the prosecution, the four, who were employees of the firm, committed the offences while serving in their respective capacities, with the charges including stealing by servant, false accounting by servant, and money laundering. Accused Esbon Wamathu Wandugo, Albert Kiptanui Kosgei, Mary Wamoyo Muriuki, and Godfrey Otieno Owino In seeking lenient bail terms, counsel for the first accused told the court that investigations began in October 2025 and that his client had been cooperative throughout the probe, regularly reporting to DCI offices every Friday as required, ...

Proceedings in a fraud case involving businessman Jonathan Ngenga Ndisya were on Friday adjourned after he asked the court to defer the scheduled hearing, citing the absence of his legal counsel. The matter, before Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina at the Milimani Law Courts, involves Ngenga and co-accused Peter Kamau, who face multiple charges linked to an alleged conspiracy to defraud. Ngenga told the court that his advocate, Joe Mwangi, was unable to attend after travelling upcountry to address an emergency, and requested that the hearing be pushed to a later date. “Your Honour, my advocate has not been able to attend today’s court session after receiving an emergency that required him to travel home. I pray that the hearing be postponed,” he submitted. The magistrate allowed the request, directing that the case be mentioned virtually on March 2, 2026. According to the charge sheet, the two accused persons are said to have conspired to defraud Agro Irrigation and Pump Services Limited o...