Comedian and YouTuber Sammy Kioko has spoken out after being hospitalized following a brutal assault by what he described as goons and county askaris in Machakos Town. He emphasized the overwhelming support from Kenyans as his source of strength during his recovery.

• Kioko's company was involved in a dispute over an unpaid Sh19 million contract for supplying uniforms to the Machakos County inspectorate.
• Prominent figures, including Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Machakos Senator Agnes Kavindu, and Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda, have visited Kioko and condemned the assault.
• The incident has sparked nationwide outrage and protests, reigniting the debate on delayed county payments and the treatment of young entrepreneurs.