political violence Stories

Pain for Gachagua as election violence against Ruto critics escalates
Barack Oduor  |  May 16, 2025

Concerns are mounting over the rise in politically motivated violence, prompting election observers to question whether the 2027 polls will be free an...

State blames Gachagua’s "unpaid" supporters for chaos at DCP party launch, says police weren't notified
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 15, 2025

CS Murkomen claimed that the violence was sparked by a dispute among some of Gachagua’s supporters over unpaid dues.

DP Kindiki slams political intolerance after goons storm Gachagua event
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2025

Kindiki warned that insults, political violence, and divisive language threaten the country’s democratic foundation and must not be tolerated.

Tanzanian MP survives assassination attempt
Amina Wako  |  Mar 30, 2024

The MP retaliated, returning fire and prompting the assailants to momentarily retreat, allowing him to escape unscathed.

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