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.