July 19, 2023
Kenya: Odinga Says Protests to Continue on July 20 as Planned
Azimio leader Raila Odinga says Thursday protests will proceed as planned. Read more »
Kenya: Over 300 Arrested in Kenya Protests
More than 300 people were arrested Wednesday as Kenyans took to the streets to protest the high cost of living. Read more »
Kenya: DCI Cautions Kenyans Against Misinformation, Incitement to Violence Through Social Media
The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss Mohammed Amin has cautioned members of the public against acts meant to misinform and incite to violence through social media… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Traders Plan Peaceful Protest to Mama Ngina's Home
Nairobi Traders Association is on Thursday planning to organize peaceful picketing at the residence of former First Lady Mama Ngina Kenyatta at Muthaiga. Read more »
Kenya: Kilifi South MP Chonga Arrested Following Stand-Off With Police
Kilifi South Member of Parliament Ken Chonga has been arrested following a standoff that ensued between police and elected leaders in Mtwapa. Read more »
Kenya: Nakuru West MP Arama Draws Gun to Ward Off Anti-Government Demonstrators
Nakuru West Member of Parliament Samuel Arama drew a gun to ward off anti-government demonstrators as most businesses remained closed for fear of looting. Read more »
Kenya: Mutua Sustains Criticism Over UN's 'Biased' Assessment of Protests
Kenya on Wednesday continued its criticism of the United Nations (UN) regarding its assessment of the opposition's anti-government protests in the country. Read more »
July 17, 2023
Kenya: Televangelist Gilbert Deya Acquitted of Child Trafficking Charges
Televangelist Gilbert Deya has been acquitted of child trafficking charges due to insufficient evidence. Read more »
Kenya: Kalonzo Says Azimio Mulling Taking IG Koome to ICC Over Killings During Demos
Wiper Democratic Movement Leader Hon Kalonzo Musyoka has given the clearest indication from Azimio that the coalition might be planning to institute a criminal case against the… Read more »
July 18, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Orders Schools Closure Over Opposition Protests
Schools in Kenya's two main cities will remain closed Wednesday following planned protests by the Opposition over a high cost of living crisis. Read more »
Kenya: Koome Says Police Mobilized to Contain Riots, Insists No Demos Authorized
The National Police Service (NPS) has vowed decisive action against violent protests in a bid to preserve peace amid concerns over an emerging pattern of violence and destruction… Read more »
Kenya: Murkomen Pleads With Odinga to Call Off Protests, Resume Dialogue
Amid raging political temperatures in the country, Transport and Roads Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has pleaded with Opposition leader Raila Odinga to call off the planned… Read more »
Kenya: Witness Says Sharon Otieno Wanted Posh House, Upkeep Money From Former Governor Obado
Former Member of the County Assembly (MCA) Lawrence Obonyo has told the court that slain Sharon Otieno was financially desperate and had sough for a help from him to have her… Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Leaders Say State-Assigned Security Recalled After Kindiki Order
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition has protested the move by the government to withdraw security officials of key leaders in the coalition terming the move a dictatorial one. Read more »
Kenya: 2 More Petitioners Seek Court Order to Stop July 19's Protests
Two more petitioners have moved to the High Court seeking orders to stop tomorrow's planned demonstrations. Read more »
Kenya: Majanja, Mugambi, Christine Meoli Named to 3-Judge Bench Impaneled to Hear Finance Act Petition
Chief Justice Martha Koome has appointed a three-judge bench t9 hear and determine the Finance Act 2023. Read more »
Kenya: Athman Hussein Named Kenya's New Chief Khadhi
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has appointed Athman Abdulhalim Hussein as the new Chief Kadhi of the Republic of Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Security Details of 4 Azimio Nyanza Governors Withdrawn
Four Governors in the Nyanza region have had their security details withdrawn by the government in what has been seen as due to the ongoing protests called by Azimio but outlawed… Read more »
Kenya: Tourism Regulator Targets Illegal Spa, Wellness Facilities in a New Crackdown
The Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) plans to crackdown on illegal spa and well facilities masquerading in these sectors. Read more »
July 19, 2023
Kenya: Former First Lady Mama Ngina Kenyatta's Security Withdrawn
The security detail of former First Lady Mama Ngina Kenyatta has been withdrawn at her Muthaiga and Gatundu homes. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Deserted, Shops Closed as Police Patrol Streets
Kenya's capital Nairobi was largely deserted Wednesday as Opposition warned of mass protests against the high cost of living. Read more »
July 18, 2023
Kenya: Shakahola Death Toll At 403 As 12 More Bodies Exhumed
KWALE, Kenya, Jul 17 – The death toll from the Shakahola cult massacre has risen to 403 after 12 more bodies were exhumed. Read more »
July 17, 2023
Kenya: Azimio Claims Govt Sanctioning Militia Against Protestors
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition leaders have accused the government of hiring militia to attack the protestors during the three-day anti-government protest slated for this… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Contests Portrayal of 'Anti-Democratic' Azimio Protests As Peaceful
Kenya has contested the UN Rights Office characterization of riotous protests by the opposition Azimio Coalition as peaceful terming them "anti-democratic". Read more »
July 16, 2023
Kenya: Nairobi Expressway Resumes Operations At Mlolongo After Protest Destructions
The Nairobi Expressway has resumed operations at the Mlolongo, Syokimau and Standard Gauge Railway Toll Stations even as restoration works go on vandalism during last Wednesday's… Read more »