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Directorate of Criminal Investigations

Also known as: DCI · Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations · DCI officers · Criminal Investigations Department · Detectives · DCI agents

Law enforcement agency conducting criminal investigations, including operations against drug trafficking, sexual exploitation, fraud, and counterfeit goods in Kenya.

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    t successful volleyball clubs, clawing their way back to level the scores at 11-11 before taking control of the closing exchanges to seal a 15-11 victory and reclaim the Mozzart Kenya Cup crown.Pipeline reached the final after overcoming the Directorate of Criminal Investigations

    Kenya Pipeline beat KCB and reclaim 2026 Mozzart Kenya Cup title
  3. Citizen Digital

    National league champions KPC became the first team to book their place in Sunday's final with a commanding straight-sets victory over the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), winning 3-0 (29-27, 25-17, 25-17).

    KCB set up Kenya Cup final showdown against Pipeline
  4. Citizen Digital

    Organised under the Kenya Sports Shooting Federation (KSSF), the championship brought together competitors from the Kenya Defence Forces, National Police Service, Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Kenya Prisons Service, General Service Unit and civilian clubs.

    Ndung'u, Vohra shine as top shooters dominate IPSC President's Championship
  5. Capital News

    NAIROBI,Kenya, Jul 25- The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested the director of a company suspected of running a fraudulent overseas recruitment scheme after a job seeker allegedly lost Sh110,000 while pursuing employment in Qatar.

    DCI arrests fake recruitment agency director over Sh110,000 Qatar job scam
  6. The Standard

    rd, noted that the capacity building of inspectors to process suspects pursuant to Decision to Charge Guidelines 2019 has enhanced convictions. “We have recorded immense conviction rates owing to better working relationships with the police, Directorate of Criminal Investigations

    Improved veterinary regulation big boon for livestock farmers
  7. Citizen Digital

    Police rescue 30 women found in Ongata Rongai house in alleged sexual exploitation By Brian Kimani July 24, 2026 03:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Detectives have rescued 48 young wome

    Police rescue 30 women found in Ongata Rongai house in alleged sexual exploitation
  8. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 24 — Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have rescued 48 young women after dismantling two suspected human trafficking and sexual exploitation syndicates operating in Kajiado County, in the latest crackdown on criminal networks exp

    48 women rescued as DCI busts human trafficking and webcam exploitation syndicates
  9. Capital News

    The coordinated operations uncovered large consignments of cannabis being transported through public and private vehicles, with detectives also recovering cash suspected to be proceeds of drug trafficking.

    Sh13.4m cannabis haul tops fresh anti-drug crackdown across 3 counties
  10. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 24 – Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested three suspects linked to a series of violent robberies in Nairobi following an intelligence-led operation in Kawangware.

    DCI Arrests Three Suspected Robbers in Kawangware, Recovers Pistol and Motorcycles
  11. Citizen Digital

    A second suspect indicated that he was travelling to Mombasa, a claim later verified through investigations conducted by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).

    One arrested in Kenya Veterinary Board crackdown on illegal vets

Today

  1. DCI officer found dead at Kisii police station in apparent suicide

    A Directorate of Criminal Investigations officer, Corporal Bosibori, was found dead inside a radio communication room at Kisii Central Police Station on Tuesday morning with what police believe was a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest. The discovery has prompted police investigations and renewed concern over the mental well-being of law enforcement officers.

    5 hours ago · Capital News

  2. IEBC opens recruitment for new Commission Secretary and CEO

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has advertised a vacancy for Commission Secretary and Chief Executive Officer on a four-year renewable contract. Applicants must be Kenyan citizens with a university degree and at least five years of management experience, preferably in electoral matters, finance, governance, public administration, law or political science.

    15 hours ago · Capital News

Yesterday

  1. Armed robbers raid Kayole salon, steal from women's group

    Two gunmen stormed a hair salon in Saika estate, Kayole, on Sunday afternoon during a Queen's Women Chama meeting, making off with Ksh.50,000 and a mobile phone in a daylight armed robbery.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Court halts arrest of officials over South C building collapse

    The High Court has temporarily stopped the arrest, charging and prosecution of three individuals over the collapse of Manzil Towers C in Nairobi, pending the hearing of their judicial review application. The applicants are challenging the Directorate of Criminal Investigations' decision to charge them with abuse of office and neglect of official duty.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. DCI arrests two after seizing 110kg cannabis on highway

    Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations' Anti-Narcotics Unit intercepted a vehicle on the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway and arrested two suspected drug traffickers after a chase, recovering 110 kilograms of cannabis worth an estimated Sh3.3 million.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  4. Taiwanese man arrested with heroin at Kenya-Tanzania border

    A 29-year-old Taiwanese man was arrested at the Isebania One Stop Border Post in Migori County after a police sniffer dog detected twenty-six heroin capsules weighing approximately 18.26 grams concealed in his luggage as he attempted to enter from Tanzania.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  5. Kenya Pipeline wins 2026 Kenya Cup volleyball trophy

    Kenya Pipeline defeated KCB Bank 3-2 to win the 2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation Women's Kenya Cup at Kasarani Indoor Arena. The Oilers claimed their second title of the season after defending their Women's National League crown.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 July

  1. Kenya Pipeline win Kenya Cup, complete domestic double

    Kenya Pipeline won the Kenya Cup women's volleyball championship, defeating KCB 3-2 in a five-set final at Kasarani Indoor Arena on Sunday. The victory completed a domestic double after Pipeline also lifted the National League title earlier in the season.

    26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. DCI arrests three suspects, seizes counterfeit fertilizer in Uasin Gishu

    The Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested three suspects and recovered approximately 3,500 bags of suspected counterfeit fertilizer in a crackdown in Uasin Gishu County's Soy Sub-County. The recovered consignment is being held as evidence while investigators determine its origin and distribution channels.

    26 July 2026 · Capital News

  3. KCB Bank face Pipeline in Kenya Cup volleyball final

    Defending champions KCB Bank will battle newly crowned league champions Kenya Pipeline in the Kenya Cup final on Sunday at Kasarani Indoor Arena. KCB advanced to the final after a five-set semi-final victory over Prisons, with Pauline Chemtai named player of the match.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

  4. Murder suspect in three Kiambu killings arrested and held

    Police arrested a suspect in the murder of three men—Kennedy Mambo, John Kamau, and Cyrus Muchiri—who were found dead at Muthithi Estate in Kiambu Town on July 21, 2026. Preliminary investigations indicate the suspect allegedly killed the three men at a construction site after being dismissed from his job as caretaker over theft allegations.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

  5. Kenya Pipeline wins 2026 Mozzart Kenya Cup volleyball title

    Kenya Pipeline Corporation defeated KCB Bank 3-2 in the Women's Final of the 2026 Mozzart Kenya Cup, winning sets 21-25, 25-12, 25-21, 23-25, 15-11 at Kasarani Indoor Arena on Sunday to reclaim the title.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 25 July

  1. KCB and Pipeline advance to Kenya Cup volleyball final

    Defending champions KCB and national league champions Kenya Pipeline (KPC) won their semi-final matches at Kasarani Indoor Arena on Saturday to set up a Kenya Cup final showdown on Sunday. KPC defeated DCI 3-0 in straight sets.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ndung'u, Vohra win titles at IPSC President's Championship

    Kenya's elite marksmen competed in a four-day IPSC Level III Handgun and Pistol Calibre Carbine Championship in Naivasha, with Ibrahim Ndung'u winning the Production Division and Pravir Vohra claiming the Standard Division title.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. DCI arrests fake recruitment agency director in Qatar job scam

    The Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested George Waweru Ngendo, director of Geovany Agencies Limited, after investigations into allegations that the company obtained money from job seekers through false promises of overseas employment in Qatar. A victim claimed to have paid Sh110,000 after being promised a job opportunity that never materialised.

    25 July 2026 · Capital News

  4. Improved veterinary regulation strengthens livestock farming in Kenya

    Kenya's veterinary regulatory system, managed by the Kenya Veterinary Board, has improved farmer access to licensed veterinarians and proper medicines, helping livestock farmers protect their herds and maintain production. A Laikipia County farmer's account shows how the board's compliance efforts reduced livestock disease losses and enabled safe milk exports to regional markets.

    25 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 24 July

  1. GSU and KPA set for Kenya Cup volleyball semifinals

    KPA, GSU, Chema VC, and Kenya Prisons advanced to the men's Kenya Cup semi finals at the Kasarani Indoor Arena on Friday, with the semifinals scheduled for Saturday. Kenya Prisons will face Chema, while GSU collides with KPA.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Police rescue 48 women in Ongata Rongai, Kiserian exploitation raids

    Detectives rescued 48 young women during separate operations in Ongata Rongai and Kiserian targeting alleged sexual exploitation and commercial production of obscene content. In Ongata Rongai's Rimpa area, 30 women aged 19–27 were found at a house where seven laptops fitted with cameras were recovered; in Kiserian, detectives acted on intelligence that young women had been lured with promises of domestic jobs before being subjected to sexual exploitation.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. DCI rescues 48 women from trafficking and webcam exploitation rings

    Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations rescued 48 young women after dismantling two suspected human trafficking and sexual exploitation syndicates in Kajiado County. One operation in Ongata Rongai recovered 30 women aged 19–27 from a commercial webcam studio, while a second in Kiserian disrupted a trafficking ring operating under the guise of a domestic recruitment agency.

    24 July 2026 · Capital News

  4. Police seize Sh13.4m cannabis haul across three counties

    Police have seized cannabis worth Sh13.4 million and arrested four suspects in intelligence-led operations across Nandi, Kiambu and Kisii counties as part of the government's anti-narcotics campaign. The coordinated raids uncovered large consignments of cannabis being transported through public and private vehicles, with detectives also recovering cash suspected to be proceeds of drug trafficking.

    24 July 2026 · Capital News

  5. DCI arrests three robbery suspects in Kawangware, seizes pistol

    Detectives arrested three suspects linked to violent robberies in Nairobi following an operation in Kawangware, recovering a Retay Falcon pistol and two motorcycles believed to have been used as getaway bikes. The suspects remain in custody pending court arraignment.

    24 July 2026 · Capital News

  6. Kenya Veterinary Board arrests suspected illegal practitioner in Kwale

    The Kenya Veterinary Board arrested a suspected quack veterinary practitioner in Ukunda, Kwale County, during a market surveillance operation targeting individuals providing veterinary services without requisite qualifications and registration.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  7. Kenya's practical shooters compete in IPSC championship

    Kenya's leading practical shooters competed in the 2026 IPSC President's Medals Championship at the Hado Shooting Range in Naivasha, with competitors from the Kenya Defence Forces, National Police Service, DCI, Kenya Prisons Service, GSU and civilian clubs tested through 18 courses of fire. Ibrahim Ndung'u won the Production Division and Pravir Vohra claimed the Standard Division title.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard

  8. DCI rescues 48 women from sexual exploitation in Kajiado

    Detectives rescued 48 women across two operations in Kajiado County targeting alleged sexual exploitation and commercial production of obscene content. In Ongata Rongai, 30 women aged 19–27 were found at a premises with equipment for producing explicit content; in Kiserian, 18 women were rescued after being lured with promises of domestic jobs and subjected to sexual exploitation and commercial prostitution.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard

  9. Illegal dental clinics pose patient safety risk globally

    The FDI World Dental Federation warns that illegal dental practice is putting patients at risk worldwide despite most countries having laws regulating dentistry. Fewer than half of responding national dental associations believe those laws are effectively enforced, with 58 per cent of countries having recorded cases of patient harm from unlicensed dental treatment.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard

  10. UK relocates military training exercise to Tanzania

    The UK government announced plans to move a planned military training exercise (Exercise Haraka Storm) from Kenya to Tanzania after Kenya failed to approve the renewal of licenses for the British Army Training Unit (BATUK). The exercise was scheduled to run in Laikipia between September and November.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard

  11. Vandals destroy Kaptagat Forest fence, locals protest in support

    A section of an electric fence being erected around Kaptagat Forest in Elgeyo Marakwet has been destroyed by suspected vandals. Locals held a peaceful protest condemning the destruction and demanding an investigation, arguing that political forces are trying to frustrate conservation efforts.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 23 July

  1. Murkomen claims goonism problem exaggerated by politicians

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has downplayed the extent of goonism in Kenya, saying it has been exaggerated for political reasons, while ordering police to intensify crackdowns on criminal gangs and those financing them. He accused politicians of creating and financing gangs to advance their interests, and claimed some religious leaders who defended arrested protesters now demand action against gangs.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kuria denies Gachagua allegations of involvement in Ol Kalou violence

    Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has challenged Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua to provide evidence for claims that Kuria was involved in planning violence during the recent Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. Kuria dismissed the allegations as baseless and revisited his long-running political differences with Gachagua over Mt Kenya politics and UDA coalition strategy.

    23 July 2026 · Capital News

  3. Murkomen defends IG Kanja amid Gachagua criticism allegations

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen defended Inspector General Douglas Kanja, asserting that Kenya is experiencing its safest security environment in years and that Kanja retains the trust of Kenyans, in response to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's allegations that Kanja holds forged academic qualifications.

    23 July 2026 · Capital News

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