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Originally published by Capital Newstop
July 7, 2025
4mo ago
Raila Warns of Dictatorship as Saba Saba Protests Rock Kenya
The protests, which began last year in opposition to the Finance Bill 2024 which was eventually withdrawn, have grown into a broader national uprising against what youth describe as systemic corruption, police brutality and political arrogance by the ruling elite. Dozens of peopl..
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Raila Odinga has raised concerns over a shift towards authoritarianism in Kenya amid violent protests linked to the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba, prompting a crackdown on public gatherings.
- Three deaths reported during protests against police violence and systemic corruption.
- Raila Odinga, former Prime Minister, calls for a National Intergenerational Conclave to address pressing reforms.
- Protests erupted nationwide, with youth-led movements highlighting demands for civil liberties, economic justice, and police accountability.
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