Many people in Tanzania are starting the day with a sense of concern as news spreads about planned protests that could shape the events of the hours ahead. In different towns, conversations are focused on what might happen and how the demonstrations could influence daily routines. For some, the plans are a sign of growing
CNN journalist Larry Madowo has once again found himself at the centre of a tense international storm after revealing what he believes are attempts by the Tanzanian government to punish him for exposing its reported abuses on October 29. In his latest remarks, he explains that the backlash began soon after his report detailed how
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
Kipchumba Murkomen, now serving as Kenya’s Interior Cabinet Secretary, has come under fire for issuing “shoot to kill” orders against anyone approaching or threatening police stations. His decision, made after the violent June 25 protests, has drawn strong criticism from the public, politicians, and legal experts who see it as a reckless move that could
The recent violence in Nairobi has raised serious concerns about Governor Johnson Sakaja’s leadership. What began as peaceful protests over the suspicious death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody has now turned into chaos, and fingers are being pointed directly at the governor. There are reports that Sakaja hired goons to disrupt these protests,