Ford Foundation ‘letter of apology’ to Kenya is fake - PS Sing'oei 
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-28 09:45:37

Ford Foundation ‘letter of apology’ to Kenya is fake - PS Sing'oei 

During the Gen Z protests in June, President Ruto had accused the organisation of sponsoring the unrest.

Kindiki insists evidence shows politicians were involved in anti-govt protests
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-26 15:25:48

Kindiki insists evidence shows politicians were involved in anti-govt protests

He emphasised that the government will not tolerate a repeat of the violence that erupted in June and July.

Interior CS Kindiki says 42 people, not 61, died during Gen Z protests
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-26 14:28:46

Interior CS Kindiki says 42 people, not 61, died during Gen Z protests

CS Kindiki also defended the police response to the protests, insisting that there is no evidence of brutality.

DCI recommends charges against 5 politicians accused of funding anti-govt protests
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-26 10:45:55

DCI recommends charges against 5 politicians accused of funding anti-govt protests

They include MP Benjamin Gathiru Mwangi (Embakasi Central), MP James Mwangi Gakuya (Embakasi North), Former MP George Theuri (Embakasi West), Former Nyeri MP Martin Deric Ngunjiri Wambugu and Pius Munene.

Rights groups want state to release 27 victims of enforced disappearance
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-09-25 16:58:05

Rights groups want state to release 27 victims of enforced disappearance

On Friday last week, activists Bob Njagi and brothers Aslam Longton and Jamil Longton were freed after being abducted a month earlier.

Human rights groups: Police lacked clear command during June 25 protests
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-09-25 15:28:58

Human rights groups: Police lacked clear command during June 25 protests

Video evidence shows police retreating, leaving unattended a section of the fence around the parliament grounds that had fallen earlier.

IMF staff in Kenya for fact-finding mission after anti-Finance Bill protests
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-09-13 10:42:12

IMF staff in Kenya for fact-finding mission after anti-Finance Bill protests

The IMF requires regular reviews of reforms — in Kenya's case every six months — before it releases tranches of funding.

Private sector activities rise in August as impact of Gen-Z protests fades
  • Author: Alfred Onyango
  • Date: 2024-09-06 13:21:22

Private sector activities rise in August as impact of Gen-Z protests fades

Selling charges also rose at a subdued pace, despite some reports of price discounting.

IPOA says at least 56 youth died during Gen Z demos, submits files to DPP
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-09-05 11:38:11

IPOA says at least 56 youth died during Gen Z demos, submits files to DPP

Another major challenge mentioned is the lack of cooperation from witnesses, which hampers the investigation of these cases.

Ruto: Government to address cases of missing and injured protesters
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-08-29 21:19:03

Ruto: Government to address cases of missing and injured protesters

The President took the opportunity to call on affected families to come forward and inform the Ministry of Interior of their missing, injured or killed kin for reprieve.

Gen Z protests, cash flow shortages lead Treasury to emergency loans
  • Author: Eastleigh Voice Reporter
  • Date: 2024-08-29 19:42:26

Gen Z protests, cash flow shortages lead Treasury to emergency loans

Thousands of young protesters took to the streets in Kenya's major towns in June to oppose proposed tax hikes in the now-shelved Finance Bill 2024.

Kimathi Street: Why this Nairobi road is now a favourite spot for Gen Z protesters 
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-08-22 07:16:45

Kimathi Street: Why this Nairobi road is now a favourite spot for Gen Z protesters 

Protests have led to renewed scrutiny of certain urban symbols like statues, what they represent, and how they are perceived.

New poetry collection seeks justice for Gen Z protesters killed by police
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-08-21 07:19:50

New poetry collection seeks justice for Gen Z protesters killed by police

The launch of activist Sungu Oyoo’s fresh collection of poems was like a hallmark of social justice consciousness.

MPs move to engage public on proposed new law targeting protesters
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-08-19 11:01:36

MPs move to engage public on proposed new law targeting protesters

The Bill has provisions granting extensive powers to law enforcement authorities to curb protests deemed disruptive to public order.

LSK sues Nairobi police boss Adamson Bungei and others for manhandling Hanifa Adan
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-08-14 14:30:27

LSK sues Nairobi police boss Adamson Bungei and others for manhandling Hanifa Adan

Sgt. Martin Mbae Kithinji, who is the first respondent is sued for manhandling Hanifa while "arresting" her near the Kenya National Archives on June 18, 2024. He is accused of violating her constitutional rights.

High Court restrains police officers from covering faces when dealing with protestors
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-08-14 13:11:04

High Court restrains police officers from covering faces when dealing with protestors

The court also directed all uniformed officers of the National Police Service (NPS) or those working under NPS to have a nametag and affix their service numbers in a clearly visible part of their uniform during any operations.

Raila on Gen Z protests: Uhuru pushed for talks with Ruto to prevent chaos
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-08-13 18:04:07

Raila on Gen Z protests: Uhuru pushed for talks with Ruto to prevent chaos

He reassured the residents of Elgeyo Marakwet that he extended an olive branch to the current administration to resolve these issues.

Police say protesters must follow the law during Nane Nane demonstrations
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-08-07 17:06:55

Police say protesters must follow the law during Nane Nane demonstrations

Masengeli hinted that the police had not received any notice of the planned protests.

New Bill proposes Sh10m fine, 10 years in jail for vandalism of infrastructure
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-08-07 07:45:05

New Bill proposes Sh10m fine, 10 years in jail for vandalism of infrastructure

The Bill also proposes the establishment of the Critical Infrastructure Protection Committee, which will consider applications for declaring infrastructure as critical.

High Court blocks arrests of MPs accused of funding criminals during Gen-Z protests
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-08-06 15:30:51

High Court blocks arrests of MPs accused of funding criminals during Gen-Z protests

The DCI accuses the two MPs of arranging and supporting goons who infiltrated youth-led protests in Nairobi and surrounding areas to break into and loot businesses.

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