Huddah Monroe weighs in on Kenyan political climate after Bangladesh student-led protests
Kenyan socialite Huddah Monroe has shared her views on the current political climate in Kenya amid planned anti-government protests. Drawing an example to recent events in Bangladesh, where student-led protests resulted in the resignation of the prime minister, Huddah expressed her disappointment with the Kenyan government for not giving in to the demands raised by […]
‘Kenya’s Gen Z patriots have allowed formation of new Cabinet, restructuring of public service’ – Peter Kaluma
Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has asserted that Kenyan youth have facilitated the creation of a new Cabinet and the restructuring of public service to drive necessary reforms, excluding those influenced by politicians or funded by NGOs. His sentiments come despite widespread public outrage and planned demonstrations after President William Ruto reappointed several of […]
‘Police who shot protesters must be arrested’ – Kalonzo
Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has once again called for justice following the tragic deaths of youths during ongoing anti-government protests across the country. Speaking on Saturday, July 27, 2024, Kalonzo said those who killed peaceful protesters and destroyed businesses must be held accountable He insisted on seeing arrests and justice being served as a […]
‘When Kibaki became president, I had been an activist for a decade’ – David Ndii advises youth on protests
President William Ruto’s economic adviser David Ndii has called on the youth to ease their political fervour and remain patient with their ambitions amid ongoing anti-government protests led by Gen Z. In a statement shared on his X account, reflecting on his experience, Ndii noted the need for youth to understand the enduring nature of […]
Journalists to hold protests over police violence on Wednesday
The Kenya Union of Journalists (KUJ) has announced countrywide protests set to take place on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, in response to recent attacks on media personalities and threats to press freedom by the police. In a statement shared on Monday, July 22, 2024, KUJ outlined several grievances that journalists want addressed, including the demand […]
‘You will find yourself in police cells, hospitals, and mortuaries’ – Didmus Barasa warns Gen Zs ahead of demos
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has warned Gen Zs against marching to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) ahead of Tuesday, July 23, 2024, anti-government demonstrations. In a statement shared on his X account, Barasa cautioned that attempting to go to a restricted area like JKIA could lead to severe consequences. The legislator said that protesters […]
Wetang’ula: MPs to vote on controversial Finance Bill 2024 when House resumes
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has announced that the Finance Bill 2024 will be the primary focus of parliamentary proceedings when the House reconvenes after a three-week recess. Speaking to the press, Wetang’ula detailed President William Ruto’s decision to reject the bill and returned it with a detailed memorandum rejecting all its provisions. Wetang’ula said […]