‘I will lead GenZs in rejecting any political formation that is organized on the foundation of a tribe or coalition of tribes’ – Morara Kebaso
Political activist Morara Kebaso has pledged to lead Kenya’s Generation Z in rejecting tribal politics, calling for inclusivity and accountability in leadership. In a statement shared via his X account on Monday, December 9, 2024, Kebaso condemned political formations built on tribal lines, stating they promote ethnic exclusion and hinder national progress. He urged young […]
‘I am ready to go to the streets for IEBC’ – Morara Kebaso says amid growing concerns over lack of functioning electoral system
Political activist Morara Kebaso has expressed his readiness to lead street protests against the lack of a functioning Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). In a statement shared on his X account on Friday, December 6, 2024, Morara called on Kenyans to join him in demanding action to address the state of the electoral body. […]
2024 review: Gen Z uprising and historical events that took place after
One thing the political class didn’t see coming in 2024 was the Kenyan youth uniting to challenge the high cost of living, hefty taxes, and bad governance. They dismissed these youngins, and honestly, who wouldn’t? These were the types that did “get ready with me for maandamano” videos, snapping selfies with iPhones, and ordering KFC […]
1,376 arbitrary arrests recorded between July 2023 and November 2024- KNCHR
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has released a report detailing the alarming human rights violations that occurred during demonstrations across the country between July 2023 and November 2024. In a statement shared on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, the report painted a grim picture of arbitrary arrests, deaths, injuries, and enforced disappearances during […]
‘Today I celebrate Gen Zs as heroes of this country’ – MP Babu Owino
Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Babu Owino took a moment on Mashujaa Day, October 20, 2024, to hail Kenya’s Gen Z for their fearless protests during the anti-government demonstrations in June 2024. Babu praised the young generation as the true heroes of modern-day Kenya, having fought back against bad governance and the Finance Bill […]
Hong Kong: Man jailed for wearing protest T-shirt and mask
A Hong Kong man has been sentenced to 14 months in jail after pleading guilty to sedition for wearing a T-shirt with a protest slogan on it. The jail term is the first handed down by the city’s court under a new local national security law that was passed in March. The law, also called Article […]
KNCHR condemns case of police brutality witnessed during protests by Multimedia University students
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has denounced the violent treatment of Trevor Mureithi, a student at Multimedia University, during protests on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. The incident, captured in a disturbing video, showed police officers assaulting Trevor amidst a student demonstration. “The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) condemns in the […]