Just hours before the planned June 25 protests, a group of powerful foreign diplomats raised concern about how the Kenyan government has been handling demonstrations. In a joint statement on Tuesday, 12 ambassadors from countries including the United States, Britain, Germany, and several others asked the Kenyan authorities to protect the rights of citizens. They
By Musa Maridhawa The stage is set and the cameras primed. As tomorrow, Wednesday, June 25th 2025, dawns, a familiar cast prepares for its grand entrance onto a tumultuous street theatre. Promises of fiery defiance fill the air, amplified by social media megaphones wielded by certain self-appointed guardian angels of the people. Yet, as lawyer
Top police bosses have been summoned to appear before the administration and national security committee in Parliament ahead of the planned protests scheduled for tomorrow. This move comes as tension continues to rise across the country, with many Kenyans saying they are ready to take to the streets despite warnings from the government. The committee,
Boniface Mwangi has brought to light a troubling attempt by powerful figures to protect Eliud Lagat from facing justice over the murder of Albert Ojwang. According to the information now exposed, the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) appears to be helping to cover up the case by working to release key evidence that could incriminate
Cleophas Malala dropped a bombshell during an interview with Nation Media Services. The current DCP party deputy leader opened up about several things, including his past political ties and views on other major figures like Raila Odinga. In a very direct and honest tone, Malala shared that in his view, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
Moses Kuria recently made headlines after announcing that he would be vying for the position of secretary general in the Jubilee Party. This unexpected move left many of his supporters and a number of Kenyans confused about where he truly stands politically. Some began to question whether he was planning to leave President William Ruto’s
By Jackie Adhyambo As we stand, Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, looms large on Kenya’s calendar. It is a date earmarked by some for so-called mass protests. Well, the right to peaceful assembly—enshrined in Article 37 of our Constitution—is sacrosanct. Indeed, it is a vital pillar of any democracy and the lifeblood through which legitimate grievances
The mother of Kennedy, one of the young men who was killed during last year’s Gen Z protests, has shared an emotional story about a phone call she once received from President William Ruto. She spoke during a prayer service held at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi, where Kenyans gathered to honour the lives lost
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja’s time in office has faced many challenges. From the day he took over City Hall, his leadership has been questioned by residents, leaders, and civil society groups. The main concerns are poor service delivery, rising county expenses, and questionable decisions that many believe are driven by politics rather than public interest.
By Muthusi Kimanzi Kenya today strives to solidify her democratic foundations, and to foster prosperity that could eventually lift her citizens to her desired path of destiny. Well, that can only happen if basics such as upholding the rule of law, ensuring the populace of security, delivering crucial services, and creating an environment where the