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July 1, 2025
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Government waives 816K bill of innocent hawker killed by police officer

Government waives 816K bill of innocent hawker killed by police officer

In a major relief effort aimed at easing the burden on families affected by recent political unrest, the Kenyan government—through the Ministry of Health—has announced a full waiver of medical bills for all patients injured during the Nairobi protests held on June 17 and 25, ..

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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.

  • KSh 815,805 in medical bills waived by the government
  • Aden Duale, Health Cabinet Secretary, leads the initiative
  • The waiver comes after protests on June 17 and June 25 resulted in injuries and heightened calls for police accountability

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Political Developments in Kenya: Wiper Movement and Police Actions

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.

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