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.

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.

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.

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.

Senior police officers hold key security meeting ahead of planned Thursday protests
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-08-06 12:56:28

Senior police officers hold key security meeting ahead of planned Thursday protests

Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli said criminal elements will be dealt with firmly.

Social media uptake surges during anti-govt protests, CA report reveals
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-07-30 11:15:09

Social media uptake surges during anti-govt protests, CA report reveals

The prevalence of Facebook and WhatsApp in social media mentions highlights their extensive adoption and influential presence in the Kenyan digital landscape.

SUPKEM distances itself from court case seeking removal of Ruto, Gachagua
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-07-30 09:06:04

SUPKEM distances itself from court case seeking removal of Ruto, Gachagua

SUPKEM National Chairman Alhaji Hassan Ole Naado clarified the council's position, stating that SUPKEM was not consulted before being named as a party in the case.

Governor Abdulswamad to Ruto: Be true to your word, drop cases against protestors
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-07-26 13:35:11

Governor Abdulswamad to Ruto: Be true to your word, drop cases against protestors

The Mombasa County boss also told President Ruto that those who were injured and killed during the protest must be compensated.

DCI seeks 21 days to detain activist Boniface Mwangi, 4 others for planning anti-govt protests
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-07-26 12:54:56

DCI seeks 21 days to detain activist Boniface Mwangi, 4 others for planning anti-govt protests

Inspector George Karanja of DCI headquarters says he is investigating cases of false publication, creating a disturbance and taking part in unlawful assembly.

LSK condemns rise of politically radicalised groups during anti-govt demos
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-07-24 10:55:25

LSK condemns rise of politically radicalised groups during anti-govt demos

LSK has also faulted the police whom they claim allowed the perpetrators of goonism and violence to reign fear and terror among innocent Kenyans.

"JKIA is out of bounds!" Police boss warns protestors
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-07-23 11:52:07

"JKIA is out of bounds!" Police boss warns protestors

The police boss cited the Protected Areas Act Cap 204 further warning that all found contravening the law will be will be punished and dealt with swiftly, firmly, and decisively.

Mombasa religious leaders urge Gen-Z youth to halt protests
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-07-22 14:46:06

Mombasa religious leaders urge Gen-Z youth to halt protests

Sheikh Abdilahi, a prominent figure from the Council of Imams and Preachers of Kenya (CIPK), also weighed in, advocating for a comprehensive dialogue that includes all relevant parties.

Court asks family of Rongai boy killed in demos to solve burial dispute out of court
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-07-18 08:00:30

Court asks family of Rongai boy killed in demos to solve burial dispute out of court

The parents Denish Okinyi and Jecinta Anyango disagreed on where their son should be buried. The two once lived together but separated.

Police ban protests in Nairobi CBD 'until further notice'
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-07-18 07:11:54

Police ban protests in Nairobi CBD 'until further notice'

Acting IG of Police noted that they had received credible intelligence that some organised criminal groups are planning to take advantage of the protests planned for Thursday to execute attacks and even loot.

Eastleigh businessman loses Sh1.5m to vandals during anti-govt demos 
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-07-17 13:56:31

Eastleigh businessman loses Sh1.5m to vandals during anti-govt demos 

CCTV footage showed goons breaking into the area holding gas cylinders and making away with all of them. They also broke into the office, destroying chairs, furniture, documents, and other paperwork.

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