KNCHR reports 10 dead and dozens injured during Saba Saba protests. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and the need for dialogue among youths, according to DP Kindiki.
Police maintain barricades on Waiyaki Way amid ongoing Saba Saba protests, now resulting in 10 deaths. Raila Odinga advocates for urgent dialogue and police reforms. Schools in Kisumu remain closed for safety. Meanwhile, sugar cane farmers await over 1 billion shillings owed by State millers, and Kenya Railways resumes Mombasa to Nairobi services.
Legal actions escalate with Gachagua allies facing terrorism charges and controversies surrounding appointments and protestor arrests.
Leaders, including Raila Odinga and Kindiki, urge for national dialogue and political reforms, as tensions rise across the country.
Protests in Kenya on Saba Saba Day result in chaos, including police clashes and multiple injuries. Raila Odinga calls for reforms amid unrest.
Interior CS defends security measures during protests; police face scrutiny over denying ambulance access. KDF seen among protesters in Nakuru.
Reports of casualties, violence, and armed confrontations during Saba Saba demonstrations across Kenya.
Statements from government officials and deployment of KDF soldiers to manage protest-related chaos.
Reports of looting, destruction of properties, and vehicles set ablaze by protestors in various regions.
Business owners express losses amid ongoing demonstrations, especially in Mombasa and Nairobi.
KNCHR reports 10 dead and dozens injured during Saba Saba protests. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and the need for dialogue among youths, according to DP Kindiki.
Thousands of sugar cane farmers are owed over 1 billion shillings by leased State-owned millers, affecting their livelihoods. Additionally, fines on unpaid bills have increased by 4.1 billion shillings.
Kenya Railways has suspended the 10 PM Madaraka Express train service from Mombasa to Nairobi due to technical issues, stranding hundreds of travelers.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula urges Kenyans to embrace unity and avoid divisive politics. Meanwhile, Raila Odinga proposes a 'national conclave' to address grievances including police reforms.
Samsung is rolling out new security updates for several Galaxy A series phones in Kenya, enhancing user protection with the latest Android patches. Opera has replaced Google Translate with its own AI tool, Grok, following X's decision, marking a shift in translation services for users. Safaricom is offering discounts of up to 70% in its mid-year Masoko sale, making gadgets like smartwatches and Bluetooth speakers more affordable for consumers.
Raila Odinga has called for an urgent inter-generational meeting due to ongoing protests by youth, which he attributes to systemic issues and calls for dialogue.
A public transport vehicle was burned in Machakos following clashes between police and protesters. Additionally, businesses in Nairobi suffered disruptions due to Saba Saba demonstrations.