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July 19, 2025
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Wetang'ula calls for legal reforms to curb violent protests

Wetang'ula calls for legal reforms to curb violent protests

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called for a review of Kenya’s laws governing protests, citing the recent wave of violence that has rocked the country...

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Moses Wetang’ula, the National Assembly Speaker, has called for legal reforms in Kenya to address the issue of violent protests, following a surge in unrest throughout the country.

  • 115 people have been reported killed during protests that began in June 2024.
  • Moses Wetang’ula condemned the violence and suggested adopting a UK-inspired model holding protest leaders accountable for damages.
  • He emphasized that the right to protest does not equate to the right to engage in lawlessness, stating, “Freedom must come with responsibility.”

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