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June 25, 2025
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Human Rights Groups Sue Govt Over Protest Orders

Human Rights Groups Sue Govt Over Protest Orders

The June 25 protests spread across the country to commemorate victims of last year's protests...

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Katiba Institute and Kenya Human Rights Commission have filed a lawsuit against the Communication Authority of Kenya (CA) for halting live coverage of protests and shutting down signals for KTN, NTV, and Citizen TV.

  • June 25: The groups seek an urgent judicial review in the High Court.
  • They claim the CA's directive violates constitutional rights under Articles 33, 34, and 35, and undermines court decisions.
  • Media coverage continues on social media despite the CA's enforcement actions.

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Government and Public Response to Protests in Kenya

President Ruto urges peaceful protests amid ongoing unrest as human rights groups sue the government over protest orders.

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