President William Ruto has rejected the growing calls for his resignation, asserting that demands for change must be accompanied by actionable alternatives. Speaking in Nairobi on June 27, he labeled the protests as driven by hatred rather than rational complaints.

• At least 16 people have been killed and hundreds injured during recent protests.
• Key figures include President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
• The protests, initially meant to honor victims from last year's demonstrations, escalated into violence and chaos.

The Kenya Women Senators Association has condemned alleged sexual violence against women and girls amid the protests on June 25, demanding immediate investigations and support for survivors.

• Reports indicate incidents of **rape** and **molestation** during the nationwide demonstrations.
• Senator Veronica Maina, chairperson of the association, emphasized these acts as deliberate attempts to intimidate women and silence their voices.
• The legislators warned against social media posts glorifying the violence, calling for investigations by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and full support for victims from the State Department for Gender.

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has condemned the government's response to the June 25 protests, alleging excessive force against peaceful demonstrators and a failure to investigate key suspects linked to the violence.

• 14 fatalities reported, with over 400 injuries sustained during the protests.
• Key individuals named include Farouk Kibet, Johnson Sakaja, and William Kamket, among others.
• The DCP criticized a media blackout during the protests and described police actions as “unconscionable brutality” undermining previous government assurances of safety for demonstrators.

On Thursday, Gladys Shollei, the National Assembly Deputy Speaker, criticized former Chief Justice David Maraga for his involvement in the chaotic June 25 protests, which she claimed led to violence and destruction.

• 10 people were reported dead, and over 400 injured, including 300 police officers.
• Maraga participated in the protests and called for peaceful demonstrations, while condemning police actions.
• Kipchumba Murkomen, the Interior Cabinet Secretary, noted attacks on nine police stations, with significant destruction of vehicles and property.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has stated that Kenya will not be allowed to descend into anarchy following violent nationwide protests that occurred on June 26.

• At least ten people died and over 400 were injured during the unrest, which Kindiki described as “the most violent and anarchist day in Kenya’s history.”
• Kindiki criticized certain religious leaders and diplomats for allegedly inciting unrest among youths.
• He emphasized that while the government will uphold civil liberties, it will not permit chaos in the country.

The ongoing controversy surrounding the June 25 protests has intensified, with Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku accusing the opposition of inciting violence and attempting a forceful power takeover.

• Fifteen people reported dead amid chaos linked to the protests
• Key figure: Rigathi Gachagua, former Deputy President, has denied allegations of orchestrating unrest
• Ruku emphasizes the need for constructive dialogue to address youth unemployment through initiatives like the National Internship Programme