Wiper Democratic Movement rebrands to Wiper Patriotic Front amidst political changes. Also, MP Oscar Sudi defends police shooting orders while the government waives a bill for a victim of police violence.

The Wiper Democratic Movement, led by former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, has officially rebranded to the Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) as announced by the Registrar of Political Parties, Ann Nderitu, through a gazette notice.
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The Kenyan government has announced the waiver of medical bills for all patients injured during recent protests, including KSh 815,805 owed for Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, a hawker shot during the unrest.
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MP Oscar Sudi has endorsed the directive by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen allowing police to use lethal force during attacks on police stations, following violent protests over the controversial 2024 Finance Bill.
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