The death toll from the Saba Saba protests in Nairobi, Kenya has reached 31, with over 532 arrests reported amid demonstrations led by Gen Z youth over governance and economic issues.

• 31 confirmed deaths and 107 injuries linked to the protests.
• Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has condemned police brutality and called for accountability.
• The protests commemorate the 35th anniversary of the original Saba Saba protests of 1990, highlighting ongoing public distrust in state institutions.

Start-ups led by women in Africa are facing significant challenges in securing funding, especially in later-stage investments, according to a report by Africa: The Big Deal.

• Only 13% of equity deals since 2019 involved a female CEO, securing just 5% of total funding.
• The report's co-author, Max Cuvellier Giacomelli, highlights a growing gender funding gap across 2,808 deals totaling over $14 billion.
• In 2025, women-led ventures accounted for a mere 0.9% of funding despite representing 9% of deals.

Traders in the Mt Kenya region are facing significant losses due to widespread looting and property destruction during the Saba Saba protests on July 8.

• Damage is estimated in the millions across counties including Meru, Kiambu, Murang’a, Kirinyaga, and Nyeri.
• Peter Ndegwa, a trader from Nyeri, described the attackers as organized criminals rather than protestors.
• In Makutano, looters set fire to Magunas Supermarket, while Nice Nice, the largest rice mill in Mwea, was also attacked.

Kenyans have been ranked second globally in pursuing high-risk investments despite financial challenges, reflecting a strong desire to invest. A report by BrokerChooser reveals that Kenya scored 8.40 out of 10 on the 'Financial Audacity Score'.

• 76.16% of Kenyans have borrowed money at some point
• The report comes from experts at BrokerChooser
• Kenya had 17,288 monthly investment-related searches per one million people, outperforming many larger economies

The United Nations Human Rights Commission has urgently called for investigations into the killings of at least **11** Kenyans during the Saba Saba Day protests on July 7. The incidents, which resulted in a total of **21** fatalities in recent protests, have raised concerns over police use of lethal force.

• **11** deaths reported during the latest protests
• Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
• Protests commemorated the **35th** anniversary of Kenya’s multi-party democracy, turning violent with looting and police clashes

The Kiambu County community is grieving the loss of 12-year-old Bridget Njoki Wainaina, who was fatally struck by a stray police bullet during the Saba Saba protests on July 7. She was at home when the incident occurred.

• Bridget died after being shot in the head, with doctors at St. Bridget's Hospital unable to revive her.
• Githuguri MP Gagthoni Wamuchomba condemned the rising police brutality and the recent order from Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen to shoot to kill during protests.
• This incident follows the tragic death of another student, Kennedy Onyango, who was shot during protests on July 1, 2024.

A wave of protests erupted in Kiambu on July 8 following the tragic death of a 12-year-old girl, reportedly killed by a stray bullet during protests. Residents demanded justice as tensions escalated in the town.

• The girl was fatally shot in the head while her family sought refuge at home, despite police roadblocks aiming to control protests.
• Her mother described the horrific moment, stating, "We thought she had cut herself, but... she had a hole in her head."
• Protesters set bonfires on main roads, with Kiambu-Limuru Road being particularly volatile.

The arrest of Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji during the Saba Saba Day demonstrations on July 7 has sparked allegations of government intimidation. Mukunji claims the charges of incitement to violence are baseless and asserts he will continue advocating for the rights of Kenyans.

• 567 people were arrested during the protests, with at least 11 fatalities reported.
• Mukunji is an ally of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• The National Police Service confirmed Mukunji's arrest but did not specify the reasons behind it.