High Court upholds 33-year sentence for Westgate Attack convicts
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-06-28 19:38:42

High Court upholds 33-year sentence for Westgate Attack convicts

Justice Nzioka dismissed an appeal by Hussein Hassan Mustafa and Mohammed Ahmed Abdi stating, "I would have enhanced the sentence if I was requested but I would leave it as it was given".

IGAD report shows rise in terror attacks between January and March this year
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-12 13:57:11

IGAD report shows rise in terror attacks between January and March this year

The analysis compiled by the regional body's Centre of Excellence for Preventing and Countering Violent Terrorism (ICEPCVE) notes that about 708 fatalities and 197 injuries were recorded in the first quarter of this year.

Terror attacks in Kenya declined by 6.5 per cent in 2023, new report reveals
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-04 11:09:21

Terror attacks in Kenya declined by 6.5 per cent in 2023, new report reveals

The report identified Mandera, Lamu, Garissa and Wajir as counties mostly affected by terrorism.

Ruto calls for enhanced collaborations to tackle emerging global challenges
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-21 12:53:39

Ruto calls for enhanced collaborations to tackle emerging global challenges

The President used the opportunity to make a case for Kenya's decision to engage in security and peace missions across the globe including the current Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti whose deployment is underway.

Financial Reporting Centre warns of terror financing risk in Kenyan banks
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-05-20 19:25:52

Financial Reporting Centre warns of terror financing risk in Kenyan banks

Kenya is currently on the Financial Action Task Force's grey list of countries with insufficient controls for preventing money laundering and terrorism financing.

Uganda military captures bomb expert in DRC, rescues nine
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-05-19 15:40:58

Uganda military captures bomb expert in DRC, rescues nine

The insurgent, Anywari Al Iraq, a Ugandan, was captured in the jungles of the eastern DRC where the Allied Democratic Forces is based.

State launches Sh37bn equipment upgrade project in war on organised crime
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-05-14 18:23:38

State launches Sh37bn equipment upgrade project in war on organised crime

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki announced the ambitious project in Mombasa on Tuesday, when he commissioned 10 high-capacity armoured personnel carriers (APCs).

Nairobi hosts key meeting to boost Kenya-Somalia ties
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-05-03 22:02:31

Nairobi hosts key meeting to boost Kenya-Somalia ties

JCC also seeks to deepen cultural ties, with initiatives planned to include shared cultural events and language programs designed to build mutual understanding and appreciation among the citizens.

Mozambique assumes presidency of UN Security Council
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-05-01 18:38:29

Mozambique assumes presidency of UN Security Council

The African Union in February reiterated its demand for a permanent seat at the UN Security Council to "adapt to present geopolitical realities and emerging threats.".

Multi-agency team kills six suspected terrorists in Lamu
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-01 17:34:17

Multi-agency team kills six suspected terrorists in Lamu

A foreigner who lacked identification documents was also killed in an operation targeting their hideout in Kumba.

Somalia Govt vows action after deadly attack on telco workers
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-04-29 09:02:27

Somalia Govt vows action after deadly attack on telco workers

The government said the brutal assault was against the principles of Islam and basic human values.

Terror suspect linked to killing of police officer, two chiefs in Lamu arrested
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-29 08:12:46

Terror suspect linked to killing of police officer, two chiefs in Lamu arrested

According to detectives, Mustakima Ali, also known as Abu Mahir, and his accomplices are believed to have gone into hiding after the brutal killings in December 2019.

Al-Shabaab kills 6 staff of Somalia's largest telco in car bomb attack
  • Author: Hassan Mohamed
  • Date: 2024-04-28 21:42:51

Al-Shabaab kills 6 staff of Somalia's largest telco in car bomb attack

Police Spokesperson Abdifatah Adan Hassan says the attack was by Al-Shabaab militants, who have targeted Hormuud Telecom before.

Somalia welcomes Al-Shabaab fighters surrendering under amnesty
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-04-27 13:53:53

Somalia welcomes Al-Shabaab fighters surrendering under amnesty

In recent weeks, more than 100 militants have laid down their arms and surrendered to authorities across regions including Galmudug, Hirshabeelle, South West State, Jubaland, and Mogadishu.

Biological attack: Court stops release of ISIS leader, DPP to challenge jail term
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-04-25 18:13:44

Biological attack: Court stops release of ISIS leader, DPP to challenge jail term

He was convicted for planning to execute a terror attack using a biologically manufactured anthrax bacteria.

African leaders call for more cooperation in anti-terror war
  • Author: AFP
  • Date: 2024-04-22 23:04:09

African leaders call for more cooperation in anti-terror war

The counter-terrorism summit in Nigeria is discussing solutions including a possible regional military force.

Ethiopia jails 8 Al-shabaab militants involved in cross border incursion
  • Author: Yassin Juma
  • Date: 2024-04-19 21:34:28

Ethiopia jails 8 Al-shabaab militants involved in cross border incursion

Three others were sentenced to five years each. They are identified as Maali Gure, Abdi Tahir Kole and Aden Salad Kadye.

Detectives detain two arrested in Likoni, Mombasa over links to terror groups
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-04-11 22:43:20

Detectives detain two arrested in Likoni, Mombasa over links to terror groups

A detective attached to the ATPU Mombasa branch told a court that preliminary investigations had established that Hussein had already enlisted Ali into joining Al-Shabaab in Somalia.

Kenya, Somalia renew joint fight against terrorism
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-04-11 18:03:38

Kenya, Somalia renew joint fight against terrorism

The two met in Nairobi on Thursday and discussed joint initiatives to fight terrorism and general insecurity in the region.

One killed as suspected Al-Shabaab militants torch two vehicles in Lamu
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-09 20:33:48

One killed as suspected Al-Shabaab militants torch two vehicles in Lamu

The latest attack has raised concerns about whether insecurity in Lamu is slowly resurfacing with residents fleeing for safety.

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