New Panel to Aid Protest Victims!
President William Ruto appointed a 15-member Panel of Experts, chaired by Professor Makau Mutua, to facilitate compensation for demonstration victims.
Kenya Braces for Gen Z Protest Anniversary Amid Tensions
Ruto Initiates Compensation for Protest Victims!
President William Ruto established a 120-day coordinating framework to compensate victims of demonstrations, with Prof Makau Mutua leading the effort alongside key ministries.
Read MoreBoda Boda Riders Challenge New Regulation Bill with Protest Threat
Boda boda riders threatened demonstrations over a new regulation bill, calling it unfair, costly, and confusing, while warning of livelihood disruptions and NTSA role duplication, with MPs urging amendments.
Read MoreRigathi Gachagua Lands in U.S. with Pastor Dorcas to Engage Diaspora on Kenya’s Future
Former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accompanied by his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, arrived in Seattle to begin a two-month U.S. tour engaging the Kenyan diaspora on the state of the nation, amid ongoing protests and political tensions.
Read MoreNelson Havi Urges Police to Defy President Ruto’s Directive to Shoot Protesters in Legs
Former Law Society of Kenya President Nelson Havi urged police officers to disregard President William Ruto’s directive to shoot protesters in the legs, warning that such actions could be fatal and lead to personal liability in court.
Read MoreHigh Court Bars Inspector General Kanja from Erecting Nairobi CBD Roadblocks During Protests
The High Court in Nairobi issued conservatory orders restraining Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja from setting up roadblocks in the Central Business District during protests, citing violations of constitutional rights to assembly and movement.
Read MoreGen Z Revives Saba Saba Protests, Demanding Reforms Across Kenya
Kenya’s Gen Z led a resurgence of Saba Saba protests, taking to the streets to demand political and economic reforms, reigniting a historic movement with calls for accountability and justice.
Read MoreGachagua Faces Arrest Calls Over Alleged Role in Violent Protests
Pro-government MPs in Kenya, led by Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa, demanded the immediate arrest of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of inciting violence and funding goons to disrupt protests in Nairobi’s CBD, escalating tensions as the Senate prepares to hear his appeal against impeachment.
Read MoreGovernment Orders Media to Halt Live Protest Coverage in Kenya
The Communications Authority of Kenya, under Director General David Mugonyi, ordered all TV and radio stations to suspend live coverage of nationwide protests, citing constitutional violations, with threats of license revocation for non-compliance.
Read MoreKenya Braces for Gen Z Anniversary Protests Amid Rising Tensions
A detailed exploration of the mounting tensions in Kenya as the nation prepares for the first anniversary of the 2024 Gen Z-led protests, with youth vowing to honor fallen demonstrators and demand justice.
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