Police bosses are under serious pressure after shocking details revealed that a masked and heavily armed group behind deadly violence during the Saba Saba Day protests was linked to top security units in Kenya. A Citizen TV investigation showed that the squad responsible for killing and injuring civilians was made up of elite officers from
By Billy Gichohi Tourism thrives on an invisible foundation – peace. When this foundation cracks and whispers of instability or eruptions of anarchy fill the air, the prospect of tourism drains away with startling speed. Kenya’s youth are the real inheritors of this vital industry. Any hint of corrosive impact of perceived or real anarchy
Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat’s recent armored visit to West Pokot has reignited anger among Kenyans who still remember his connection to the controversial death of Albert Ojwang, a respected teacher and blogger. While the government may try to paint Lagat’s trip as a bold security move, many see it as a distraction
By Sundeep Sharma The world now knows Kenya’s youth as pulsing with a restless energy and exuberance ready to be harnessed for the material that makes for the unforeseen yet a boon for society as a whole. With about 75% of the population under 35 and young people constituting a remarkable over 70% of the
A somber mood has taken over Kiriguini village in Ndumberi, Kiambu County, after the tragic death of a young girl named Brigit Wainaina. Brigit was allegedly shot by police while inside her home during the Saba Saba protests that happened on Monday. Her death has left the community in shock and pain, with many people
A man lost his life on Monday, July 7, 2025, while trying to protect his business along Jogoo Road during the Saba Saba Day protests. He was reportedly attempting to stop looters from breaking into his shop when the police opened fire. Eyewitnesses say the man was not taking part in the protests. He was
Kenyans living in the Nairobi Metropolitan area might not be able to access the Nairobi Central Business District or nearby areas as the country prepares for the Saba Saba protests. From early Monday morning, many roads seemed blocked or heavily guarded, making it hard for residents, workers, and businesspeople to reach their destinations. Reports show
By Wadaba Wadada As the dawn breaks on this hallowed day, the 7th of July 2025, Kenya holds her breath. Saba-Saba arrives as a date on the calendar, but also as a living testament to the courage that forged our democracy. This day is etched in the soul of Kenya as a monument to ordinary
By Cindy Kirui In an age where travellers seek sights, sensations and stories, countries that master storytelling using modern communication tools such as TikTok and Instagram will easily dominate global tourism. Already, South Korea, Iceland, and Singapore have transformed their tourism by repackaging the stories of their landscapes and cultures into compelling narratives that captivate
Doubts grow over government vaccines after Kathomi’s emotional plea
Kathomi’s recent video has brought new attention to the Kenyan government’s vaccination drive against typhoid and measles. In her message, she questioned the safety of the program and suggested that Kenyans should think twice before allowing their children to be vaccinated. Her concerns came just as the national campaign, backed by the World Health Organization