On July 19, 2025, Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi was arrested on charges of terrorism and money laundering, which were later dropped in favor of unlicensed ammunition possession. His case has evoked memories of historical state repression against dissenters.

• Sh1 million bond set for Mwangi's release after he pleaded not guilty.
• Police Reforms Working Group (PRWG) and Law Society of Kenya (LSK) condemned his arrest as an attack on democracy.
• Critics warn that using the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for peaceful dissent is a dangerous abuse of power.