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Defence CS Tuya lays out modalities of KDF deployment in internal security matters
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 19, 2025

The CS said the law provided that in the event that KDF is deployed to restore peace in areas affected by unrest, under article 241, the chief of the...

Raila: I stopped Ruto’s regime from falling under military rule during Gen Z protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 16, 2025

He explained that the government’s decision to call in the military to quell the protests was a grave mistake that could have resulted in soldiers ass...

Ruto to Kenyan youths: Don't let anyone convince you to despise your country
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 03, 2024

The President further emphasised that patriotism should come before everything else.

Justice overdue for 2023 anti-govt protest abuses across Kenya
Human Rights Watch  |  Nov 26, 2024

Amnesty International Kenya and Human Rights Watch found that between March and July 2023, police used excessive and unnecessary force against protest...

Senior cops to be held liable for junior officers’ misconduct under proposed law changes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2024

IPOA officials argue that the anonymity trend, which has become common in managing protests, undermines their mandate to ensure police accountability.

Kenyan taxpayer's burden: Sh4.3 billion spent on state vehicles in 2023
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 26, 2024

Budget allocation for vehicle purchases surged from Sh8.6 billion in 2021 to Sh9.7 billion in 2022, ultimately reaching Sh14.3 billion in 2023.

Rigathi Gachagua ousted as DP, but accountability for corruption remains elusive
Reuters  |  Oct 19, 2024

Earlier this month, the government asked the International Monetary Fund to conduct an official assessment of corruption and governance issues.

Lupita Nyong'o expresses concern over crackdown on anti-govt protests, likens tactics to Moi's regime
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2024

Otieno outlined that his campaign will focus on four key pillars: club empowerment, improved governance, holistic development, and grassroots glory.

Interior CS Kindiki says 42 people, not 61, died during Gen Z protests
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 26, 2024

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
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 26, 2024

They include MP Benjamin Gathiru Mwangi (Embakasi Central), MP James Mwangi Gakuya (Embakasi North), Former MP George Theuri (Embakasi West), Former N...

Kimathi Street: Why this Nairobi road is now a favourite spot for Gen Z protesters 
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 22, 2024

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
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 21, 2024

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
Joseph Ndunda  |  Aug 14, 2024

Sgt. Martin Mbae Kithinji, who is the first respondent is sued for manhandling Hanifa while "arresting" her near the Kenya National Archives on June 1...

High Court restrains police officers from covering faces when dealing with protestors
Joseph Ndunda  |  Aug 14, 2024

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 servi...

New Bill proposes Sh10m fine, 10 years in jail for vandalism of infrastructure
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 07, 2024

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

High Court blocks arrests of MPs accused of funding criminals during Gen-Z protests
Joseph Ndunda  |  Aug 06, 2024

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 lo...

Senior police officers hold key security meeting ahead of planned Thursday protests
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 06, 2024

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
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 30, 2024

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

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