On June 25, 2025, violence erupted during nationwide protests organized by Gen Z to mark the first anniversary of the anti-Finance Bill demonstrations, resulting in at least 12 fatalities and over 300 injuries.

• Fatalities reported across various locations including Nairobi, Molo, and Ongata Rongai, where police opened fire.
• Protests were aimed at demanding justice, police accountability, and political reforms under President William Ruto.
• The Kenyan government ordered a shutdown of major television stations, sparking outrage over press freedom violations.

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has ordered all media stations to cease live coverage of the Gen Z protest anniversary, threatening to switch off their signals for non-compliance.

• Failure to comply may lead to the suspension or revocation of broadcasting licenses.
• David Mugonyi, CA Director General, emphasized the potential for unrest due to unregulated coverage.
• The protests, primarily by youth, mark one year since the deadly 2024 Gen Z uprising against the Finance Bill.

The Communications Authority of Kenya has taken KTN and NTV off air by deactivating their free-to-air signals due to their continued live coverage of protests, despite an order to stop.

• Citizen TV also faced similar action as officials arrived at their transmission station.
• The decision impacts viewers, restricting access to these channels to those with satellite subscriptions.
• As stated by the CA, the ongoing broadcasts violate Articles 33(2) and 34(1) of the constitution regarding press freedom.

At least three people were killed and dozens injured during Gen Z-led protests across Kenya on June 25, marking the first anniversary of the deadly 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations.

• Fatalities reported in Molo, Matuu, and Ol Kalou as police engaged protesters with live fire.
• Protesters demand accountability and reforms while chanting “Ruto Must Go.”
• The government shut down major television stations, including NTV and Citizen TV, in a controversial media blackout.