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Gen Z-led protests, floods dent Kenya's economic growth in 2024 to 4.7 per cent
Alfred Onyango  |  May 06, 2025

Kenya's economy grew much slower than anticipated in 2024, recording a GDP growth rate of 4.7 per cent against the projected 5.7 per cent.

Five Gen Z protest-related cases closed, others still under review - ODPP
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 30, 2025

Four other cases are still under investigation or awaiting further action, and two referred to public inquests set for mention or hearing in the comin...

MPs' reaction to BBC documentary sparks fury among Kenyans amid calls for accountability, justice
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 30, 2025

Mandera North MP Major (Rtd) Bashir Abdullahi claimed the documentary was interfering with the reconciliation that has been going on in the country si...

Pro-Palestinian Cornell student to leave US after officials asked for surrender
Reuters  |  Apr 01, 2025

President Donald Trump has pledged to deport foreign pro-Palestinian protesters and accused them of supporting Hamas, being antisemitic and posing for...

Police push for change in law to bar demonstrators from being noisy during protests
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 19, 2025

Speaking before the committee chaired by Narok North MP Gabriel Tongoyo, NPSC legal director James Nduna emphasised the need to separate noise from de...

Anti-abduction demos: Protesters clash with police as demonstrations take off in Nairobi
Barack Oduor  |  Dec 30, 2024

A tense atmosphere engulfed the city streets where the protesters were gathered as police on several occasions tried to stop the protests without succ...

The year youth-led protests redefined political resistance in Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 27, 2024

While the Finance Bill may have served as the immediate trigger, the protests were, in reality, a response to a much deeper frustration with Kenya’s g...

How Gen Z used caricatures, humour to criticise government officials
Barack Oduor  |  Dec 25, 2024

PS Omollo said they do not intend to take any legal action against the person drawing the trending Ruto cartoons on social media, especially, the X pl...

Fear not! Stand against authoritarianism by Ruto's regime, Karua tells Kenyans
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 12, 2024

Karua likened the government to a destructive parent, warning Kenyans against succumbing to fear.

How police officers misuse their authority to spy on innocent Kenyans
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 26, 2024

In one such case, a senior police officer based at Vigilance House abused his power and spied on his estranged wife.

Three killed, 66 injured in Mozambique opposition protest, hospital says
Reuters  |  Nov 08, 2024

The fatalities add to at least 18 people killed in earlier protests since the Oct. 9 poll, which the opposition claims was rigged.

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.

CJ Koome condemns abductions, lauds lawyers support for judiciary
Joseph Ndunda  |  Aug 15, 2024

The judiciary experienced public criticism in January and February when its officials were accused of corruption and perceived to be anti-government,...

International Youth Day: Herstory has been made! Herstory has you on the right side, sheroes!
Stella Nderitu  |  Aug 12, 2024

As we mark this very important week and celebrate young people’s achievements thus far, we must remember the critical part of young women’s contributi...

LSK seeks legal support for protesters arrested during Nane Nane demos
Bashir Mohammed  |  Aug 09, 2024

Acting Inspector-General of Police Gilbert Masengeli said 174 people were arrested during Thursday's demonstrations.

How school literature books helped ignite Kenya’s Gen Z protests
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 07, 2024

Some protesters compared people in President William Ruto’s government with the characters they studied in various books

DP Gachagua aides grilled over alleged links to anti-government protests
Bashir Mohammed  |  Jul 31, 2024

The investigation is part of a broader crackdown on those accused of orchestrating violence and disrupting peace during the protests.

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...

SUPKEM distances itself from court case seeking removal of Ruto, Gachagua
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 30, 2024

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

Live blog: Fresh wave of demos break out in various parts of the country
Eastleigh Voice Team  |  Jul 23, 2024

The anticipated demos comes in the wake of Ruto's renewed tough stance to combat the protestors as the acting Police IG vowes to ensure the country is...

Mombasa religious leaders urge Gen-Z youth to halt protests
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 22, 2024

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

Raila issues fresh demands for dialogue as he backs Gen Z protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 21, 2024

Raila rescinded his earlier call for dialogue, insisting that specific grievances must be addressed first.

"Terrifying and shameful!" Media Council expresses outrage over shooting of journalist
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 17, 2024

Media Council CEO David Omwoyo termed the incident as shameful and terrifying.

Mombasa residents honour protesters killed during anti-tax demos on Saba Saba Day
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 07, 2024

Photos of historic figures like Dedan Kimathi, Khalid Balala, and Tom Mboya adorned the park, serving as a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggle f...

Gen Z protests revive the spirit of Saba Saba Day
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 07, 2024

The protesters, who will be in all-black outfits, will meet in Nairobi's central business district to honour at least 39 people killed during three we...

Fact check: Receipts released after CS Nakhumicha announces waived hospital bills for protest victims
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jul 03, 2024

In a statement on her X platform, CS Nakhumicha acknowledged some individuals had been on a funds drive but the government had since waived the bills.

Public outcry over CS Nakhumicha’s update on payment of protestors' medical bills
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 03, 2024

"Another fact check. We've been paying for Moi Referral Hospital, We're paying for Embu Level 5 and other public hospitals as well. Even people in Mba...

Raila criticises court decision to deploy military in anti-Finance Bill protests
Bashir Mohammed  |  Jun 29, 2024

Raila expressed his concern that the judicial endorsement of this practice undermines the role of the Kenyan police force, which is constitutionally m...

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