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Chaos in Kisii and Nairobi as Teargas Meets Youth Protests

Tuesday witnessed a resurgence of civil unrest with protests erupting across various parts of the country. Police forces have deployed teargas to disperse crowds of demonstrating youths along Waiyaki Way. These young…

Jul 2, 2024

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IG Koome Denies Deaths of Kenyan Officers in Haiti

The National Police Service (NPS) has dismissed rumours circulating on social media about the deaths of seven of its officers in the troubled Haitian capital Port-au-Prince. The Inspector General of Police Japhet Koom…

Jul 1, 2024

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Ruto: My Children Can't Find Jobs Either

President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration's dedication to addressing the critical issue of youth unemployment in the country. During a recent press briefing at State House in Nairobi on Sunday, Ruto sha…

Jul 1, 2024

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Ruto Stands Firm: No New Elections Amid Crisis

President William Ruto has clarified that the nation will not be holding an election amid the ongoing challenges. In a discussion with media representatives at the State House in Nairobi today, Ruto emphasized that th…

Jun 30, 2024

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Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa Declares Himself Gen Z Chairman

Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has declared himself the chairperson of the Gen Z group. This bold move comes at a time when young people in Kenya have been increasingly vocal about their desire for representation and leade…

Jun 30, 2024

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From Legio Maria to Catholic Priest: How Raila Odinga Outwitted KANU

In the early 1990s, Kenya's political landscape was marked by turmoil and a growing push for multiparty democracy. At the forefront of this struggle stood Raila Odinga, a vocal opponent of the autocratic KANU regime…

Jun 30, 2024

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Meteorological Department Warns of 5°C Nights in Parts of Kenya

The Kenya Meteorological Department has cautioned citizens to prepare for extremely cold nights with temperatures dipping as low as 5°C over the next few days. According to the forecast, residents in Nairobi County an…

Jun 29, 2024

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Odinga Breaks Silence at Fred Omondi's Funeral, Condemns Police Brutality

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has made a return to the public eye as he attended the funeral of comedian Fred Omondi in Usenge, Siaya County. The burial ceremony took place against the backdrop of nationwide protests spa…

Jun 29, 2024

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Judicial Overreach? High Court Questions Supreme Court's Ban on Ahmednasir

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has initiated a legal challenge in the High Court seeking to overturn a controversial decision by the Supreme Court. The apex court had issued a permanent ban on Senior Counsel Ahmednasi…

Jun 28, 2024

Kenya

Lavington Church Cancels Rachel Ruto's Fundraiser Following Social Media Backlash

Lavington United Church has cancelled its highly anticipated fundraiser set to feature Kenya's First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto as the chief guest. The decision comes in response to significant public outcry and pressure o…

Jun 28, 2024

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Azimio Considers ICC Petition to Address Alleged Human Rights Violations

The Anti-Finance Bill protests in Kenya have resulted in escalating violence leading to fatalities and injuries. What began as peaceful demonstrations against proposed tax increases in the Finance Bill 2024 has devolv…

Jun 28, 2024

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MP to Withdraw Restrictive Maandamano Bill

Mbeere North Member of Parliament Geoffrey Ruku has announced the withdrawal of the controversial Assembly and Demonstration Bill, 2024, commonly referred to as the Maandamano Bill. This proposed legislation aims to i…

Jun 27, 2024

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Kenya's Internet Blackout: Fibre Cut or Widespread Outage?

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Kenya experienced internet connectivity disruption coinciding with nationwide protests against the Finance Bill. The internet blackout raised concerns about the role of technology in public…

Jun 27, 2024

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MP Mbadi Seeks to Join Legal Challenge on KDP Deployment

Suba South Member of Parliament (MP) John Mbadi is seeking to participate in a case filed by the Law Society of Kenya challenging the deployment of military officers. The case, brought forth by the Law Society of Keny…

Jun 27, 2024

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Security Forces Secure State House Entrances

The government has stationed large numbers of police officers on all the roads leading to the State House. At Nyayo Stadium, a group of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel were patrolling the area with heavy equipmen…

Jun 27, 2024

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LSK Demands Probe into Githurai 'Mass Killing'

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is urging an impartial inquiry into the alleged 'mass killing' of residents in Githurai, Kiambu County, on Tuesday evening. Reports indicate that police opened fire leading to an unspeci…

Jun 26, 2024

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Missing Activist Gabriel Oguda Found Safe After 24-Hour Abduction

Prominent social media activist and political commentator Gabriel Oguda has been found safe after an abduction that occurred during the recent anti-Finance Bill protests. The incident took place in Nairobi on June 24…

Jun 26, 2024

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Ruto Rejects Finance Bill, Demands Parliamentary Review

President William Ruto has declined to sign the controversial Finance Bill 2024. This decision comes in the wake of widespread public protests and growing concern over proposed tax changes that many citizens viewed as…

Jun 26, 2024

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Parliament Approves KDF Deployment in Response to Violent Demonstrations

The Kenyan parliament has approved the dispatch of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel within the country to restore order. This decision comes after a motion proposed by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichu…

Jun 26, 2024

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Assenting to Finance Bill Could Backfire on Ruto - Ahmednasir

Protests have erupted across Kenya in response to the controversial Finance Bill 2024, which has ignited widespread public outcry. The proposed legislation has been met with fierce opposition due to its perceived hars…

Jun 26, 2024