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 […]
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 […]
‘Jail, don’t transfer rogue officer’ – Kiambu journalists demand following shooting of Kameme TV reporter
Over 50 journalists in Kiambu County joined their colleagues across various countries to demonstrate against the shooting of their colleague, Nakuru-based Catherine Wanjeri Kariuki of Kameme TV by a policeman while covering anti-government demonstrations in Nakuru City. The journalists reprimanded the officer, terming his actions as spine-chilling, barbaric, and unacceptable, noting that the journalist was […]
Nakuru journalists protest over shooting of Kameme TV reporter Wanjeri Kariuki
Journalists in Nakuru have taken to the streets to protest the shooting of Kameme TV reporter Catherine Wanjeri Kariuki. Bearing placards with messages like “reject killer police”, “justice for Cate” and “do not kill the messenger”, journalists in Nakuru took to the streets on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, to protest the shooting of Wanjeri by […]
‘Don’t see fellow Kenyan being abducted and keep calm’ – Babu Owino
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has called on Kenyans to stand together and assist each other during the ongoing anti-government protests, which have been marred by kidnappings and killings. In a statement shared on his X account just hours after the protests on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Owino urged citizens to take action […]
KNCHR calls for thorough investigations into murders across the country
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has called for comprehensive investigations into recent tragic events, including the discovery of mutilated bodies and ongoing protests across the country. In a statement on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, KNCHR expressed concerns over the shocking discovery of dismembered and decomposing bodies at the Kware dumpsite in Mukuru […]