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David Gichuru

2026-05-012026-10-10

In coverage

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    … Stephen's Cathedral on Jogoo Road, Nairobi, on June 6, 2026. [David Gichuru, Standard] The Nairobi ACK Diocese Bishop Johnathan Kabiru has urged politicians and Kenyans to embrace unity peace and tolerance ahead of the 2027 General Election. …

    Nairobi ACK bishop urges leaders to shun ethnic politics
  3. The Standard

    EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud addresses the media following the raid at the home of Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban planning Patrick Analo in Syokimau, Machakos County, 4 June 4, 2026. [David Gichuru, Standard] Nairobi County has been touted as the heartbeat of the nation. …

    Den of scandals: Arrest of planning boss adds another blot to City Hall
  4. May 2026
  5. The Standard

    Jackson Kihara, before Justice Alexander Muteti at the Milimani Law Court, May 21, 2026. [David Gichuru, Standard] Details have emerged at the High Court that senior government officials, including State House operatives and security officers, made covert visits to Manyani Maximu …

    Gachagua son: State House top officials visited me in prison
  6. The Standard

    Supreme Court judge nominee Mohamed Warsame before JSC at the Milimani court, Nairobi, April 29, 2026. [David Gichuru, Standard] Supreme Court judge nominee Mohamed Warsame is a different man, from one person to another. …

    Of firm stance and gentle heart: Justice Warsame's two worlds

Wednesday 16 September

  1. AI, bots used in Kenya's political propaganda ahead of 2027

    The Standard reports that Ruto's government is accused of using artificial intelligence, bots, and bloggers to spread political propaganda in the lead-up to the 2027 election.

    16 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Sharon Otieno's father forgives Obado, remains bitter toward two killers

    Sharon Otieno's father told the High Court he has forgiven former Migori Governor Okoth Obado after the latter reached out to the family for reconciliation, but remains bitter toward two of her killers.

    16 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Rex Masai inquest reveals only 20% of Nairobi CCTV cameras operational

    An inquiry into the killing of Rex Masai has uncovered that about 20 per cent of cameras are operational across Nairobi's CBD, exposing the city's severely crippled CCTV network.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Family members detained in connection with two city murders

    Chris Mulwa and his mother, Rose Mbithe, have been detained at Kileleshwa police station in connection with two murders spanning more than two decades, allegedly rooted in a bitter divorce, property dispute, and a 2003 complaint to the Law Society of Kenya.

    26 August 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Family feud over Sh1.5b land sparks deadly revenge killing

    A letter of complaint filed with the Law Society of Kenya in 2003 triggered a chain reaction of bloodshed spanning over two decades, involving two murders, a bitter family feud, and a land dispute worth Sh1.5 billion. Chris Mulwa and his mother Rose Mbithe have been detained in connection with Dr Mutiso's murder.

    26 August 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 23 July

  1. CCTV footage contradicts police testimony in Ojwang murder trial

    Police actions recorded on CCTV after placing teacher Albert Ojwang in the boot of their vehicle from the cells contradict statements made by their superior officer during the murder trial before Kibera Law Courts.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard →

  2. CCTV evidence contradicts police officers' statements in Ojwang murder trial

    Police actions captured on CCTV after placing teacher Albert Ojwang in a vehicle boot from the cells contradict their superior's account, according to evidence presented at the Kibera Law Courts murder trial.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 17 July

  1. DCP candidate leads UDA in Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election

    Sammy Kamau Ngotho of the Democratic Congress Party has taken an unassailable lead in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election and is on course for a landslide victory over UDA candidate Samuel Muchina.

    17 July 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Human rights groups condemn GSU harassment over Shanta Gold

    Human rights groups including the Kenya Human Rights Commission have condemned alleged harassment of residents in Vihiga and Siaya counties by General Service Unit officers, saying the operation has targeted individuals who questioned Shanta Gold mining operations and sought justice through lawful means.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 15 June

  1. Tech firms expand product lines beyond smartphones across Africa

    Technology companies are moving beyond smartphones and basic accessories into home appliances, personal care devices and other household products to capture larger consumer spending, bundling products into wider ecosystems as growth slows in core mobile hardware markets.

    15 June 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 7 June

  1. Nairobi ACK bishop calls for unity ahead of 2027 election

    The Nairobi ACK Diocese Bishop Johnathan Kabiru has urged politicians and Kenyans to embrace unity, peace and tolerance ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying leaders must prioritise national cohesion over personal political ambitions and shun ethnic politics. The church has intensified civic education, peace and justice programmes to prepare Kenyans for the upcoming elections.

    7 June 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 5 June

  1. Nairobi planning chief arrested in latest city hall corruption case

    The arrest of Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Planning Patrick Analo adds to a series of scandals affecting Nairobi City County governance.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 22 May

  1. Officials visited jailed son of late Nyeri Governor during Gachagua impeachment

    Senior government officials, including State House operatives and security officers, made covert visits to Manyani Maximum Security Prison during the Rigathi Gachagua impeachment process in October 2024 and struck a deal with Jackson Kihara, the jailed son of late Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 1 May

  1. Supreme Court judge nominee Warsame presents contrasting personalities

    Supreme Court judge nominee Mohamed Warsame is described as a different man depending on the person, presenting contrasting aspects of his character.

    1 May 2026 · The Standard →

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