CSOs denies funding protests in Kenya
Several leading Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Kenya have denied allegations that they are funding the ongoing anti-government protests. In a joint press statement released on Saturday, July 20, 2024, the organizations criticized the government’s recent accusations that they are funding and supporting unlawful behaviour and unruly protests. “We categorically deny the allegations that Civil […]
‘Whatever you do Gen Zs will be unhappy’ – Mutahi Ngunyi tells Ruto
Political analyst Mutahi Ngunyi has advised President William Ruto to govern as he sees fit, noting that no action will ever fully satisfy the youth. In a statement shared on his X account on Saturday, July 20, 2024, Ngunyi told the Head of State to focus on saving the country now that he has already […]
‘Tafadhali tumewasikia’ – DP Gachagua urges Gen Zs to stop anti-govt protests
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged Gen Zs to halt anti-government protests. Speaking at PEFA church at Mwea Cathedral, Kirinyaga County, while attending the consecration and installation of Kirinyaga regional Bishop Samuel Karimi, DP Gachagua said the government has heard the youth’s demands. Implementation of Gen Z demands Gachagua who referred to the Gen Zs […]
US requests police to exercise restraint while dealing with Gen Z protestors
The United States Embassy has urged the Kenya police force to uphold the rule of law and exercise restraint when engaging with Gen Z protestors. In a statement on Thursday, July 18, 2024, the embassy underlined the fundamental rights of individuals to peacefully demonstrate, while also stressing the accountability of those who engage in looting […]
‘Our prayer today is no single death of peaceful demonstrators, police’ – Kivutha Kibwana
Former Makueni governor Kivutha Kibwana has called for the safety of peaceful demonstrators and police officers ahead of the much-anticipated anti-government protests. In a statement shared on his X account on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Kibwana emphasized the need for peaceful demonstration and the protection of all individuals involved. He also highlights the importance of […]
‘Let’s show up on Wednesday instead’ – Huddah Monroe says about Tuesday anti govt protests
Kenyan socialite Huddah Monroe has suggested a strategy to outsmart the anti-riot police ahead of the highly anticipated anti-government protests. Through her Instagram story, Huddah advised her followers to skip the planned protests on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, and instead gather the following day. The socialite said her plan would catch the police off-guard as […]
‘You’re elected to lead but you are told to follow Gen Z’- MP Kaluma on politicians’ current situation
Homa Bay Town Constituency Member of Parliament (MP) George Peter Kaluma has expressed his concerns on the situation political leaders in Kenya are currently going through. The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) lawmaker through his official X account on Sunday, July 14, 2024, said elected leaders are currently having a difficult time. Kaluma on Gen Z […]