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Internal Affairs Unit

Also known as: IAU

Unit of the National Police Service that investigates complaints and misconduct against police officers.

2026-05-132026-07-06
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In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. June 2026

  2. The Standard

    … Institutions such as the Internal Affairs Unit were established to improve accountability. …

    Changing police culture is more important than creating new police units
  3. May 2026

  4. The Standard

    … Sources familiar with the matter told The Standard that the case has been forwarded to the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU), which is now investigating allegations of bribery and abuse of office linked to the release of the suspects on Monday. …

    Central OCS steps aside as police probe release of suspects

  5. Capital News

    … Kanja also praised the Internal Affairs Unit for improving discipline and accountability within the police service through investigations into misconduct and collaboration with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority. …

    Police to Deploy Body Cameras, Digital OBs, CCTV in Major 2027 Election Security Overhaul
Politics

Police summon MP, arrest four more in convoy attack case

The News

Police have summoned Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda for questioning and arrested four additional suspects in connection with a violent attack on a Linda Mwananchi movement convoy on the Kisii–Keroka Road on July 3, bringing the total in custody to seven.

Why it matters

New development in the convoy case: police have now summoned an MP and arrested additional suspects, advancing the investigation.

5 July 2026 · Capital News →

Yesterday

  1. Police summon MP, arrest four more in convoy attack case

    Police have summoned Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda for questioning and arrested four additional suspects in connection with a violent attack on a Linda Mwananchi movement convoy on the Kisii–Keroka Road on July 3, bringing the total in custody to seven.

    5 July 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Police arrest three suspects in Kisii-Keroka convoy attack

    The National Police Service has arrested three suspects in connection with a video showing an attack on a convoy of motor vehicles along the Kisii-Keroka road targeting a political group on July 3. Detectives are conducting further analysis of the video and pursuing additional leads, with the NPS condemning the attack and stating that those responsible will be rigorously pursued through the criminal justice system.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Police arrest three over convoy attack in Kisii County

    Police have arrested three suspects in connection with a violent attack on a Linda Mwananchi political convoy along the Kisii–Keroka Road on July 3, in which suspected rival youths blocked the road and pelted vehicles with stones, injuring supporters and damaging vehicles. Investigations are ongoing with a view to making further arrests.

    5 July 2026 · Capital News →

  4. DCI summons MP Jhanda; four more arrested in Kisii violence

    Police have arrested four additional suspects in connection with a violent attack on a political convoy in Kisii County on July 3, bringing the total in custody to seven. The Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda has been summoned to appear before the Kisii County DCI office as part of ongoing investigations.

    5 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Three arrested after attack on Linda Mwananchi convoy in Kisii

    Police in Kisii County arrested three suspects over an attack on a Linda Mwananchi political convoy in the Keumbu area on Friday, July 3, after youths allegedly hurled stones at vehicles, injuring several people and damaging multiple vehicles. The National Police Service condemned the political intolerance and said the Inspector General has directed the Internal Affairs Unit to fast-track investigations.

    4 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 27 June

  1. Police launch probe into alleged mishandling of disabled protester

    The National Police Service has launched an internal investigation into a viral video showing the alleged inappropriate handling of a protester living with disability during a June 25 Gen Z anniversary protest in Nakuru. The NPS condemned unprofessional conduct and excessive force, stating it remains committed to upholding professionalism and respect for human rights.

    27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 26 June

  1. Police chief orders investigation into activist arrest during protests

    Inspector General Douglas Kanja has ordered the Internal Affairs Unit to investigate the arrest of Nakuru activist James Mbugua during June 25 anniversary protests, after video footage showed police officers manhandling him. The National Police Service condemned the conduct as a breach of Standard Operating Procedures and said appropriate action would be taken based on findings within seven days.

    26 June 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. NPS appoints Tonui as GSU Commandant in senior officer reshuffle

    Inspector General Douglas Kanja announced a reshuffle of three senior National Police Service officers, appointing Assistant Inspector General Johana Kiplangat Tonui as the new Commandant of the General Service Unit, with Fredrick Egesa Nyongesa elevated to Deputy Commandant. Paul Maingo Mumo was transferred to become Director of the Internal Affairs Unit, the department investigating complaints against police officers.

    10 June 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Johana Tonui named GSU Commandant in major police reshuffle

    Inspector General Douglas Kanja has approved a major reshuffle of Kenya's senior security units. Assistant Inspector General Johana Kiplangat Tonui has been moved from the Kenya Police Service Directorate of Operations to become the new Commandant of the General Service Unit, with Assistant Inspector General Fredrick Egesa Nyongesa transferred from the GSU to serve as Deputy Commandant.

    10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Johana Tonui appointed new GSU Commandant in police reshuffle

    Assistant Inspector General Johana Tonui has been appointed the new commandant of the General Service Unit, moving from the Directorate of Operations. The appointment, approved by the National Police Service Board in a deployment letter dated June 10, is part of a broader reorganisation within the National Police Service aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.

    10 June 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 5 June

  1. Nairobi police reform needs cultural change, not new units

    A Standard opinion piece argues that proposed plans for a Nairobi Metropolitan Police Service risk becoming another bureaucratic venture unless underlying problems — including corruption, extrajudicial killings, and poor officer welfare — are addressed first. The author contends that reforming police culture and public relations is more important than creating new police units.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Central Police OCS steps aside pending bribery probe

    The Officer Commanding Station at Nairobi's Central Police Station has stepped aside pending investigations into the controversial release of 64 suspects arrested over public order offences. The Internal Affairs Unit is investigating allegations of bribery and abuse of office linked to the release on Monday.

    21 May 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Police deploy technology, training for 2027 election security

    The National Police Service is modernizing its security approach for the 2027 General Election, investing in advanced technology including body cameras, digital observation buses, and CCTV systems. The service is also training 10,000 police recruits at various colleges and has sought increased parliamentary budgetary support to strengthen personnel capacity and operational readiness.

    13 May 2026 · Capital News →

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