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Originally published by Capital Newstop
August 17, 2026
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Orengo condemns ‘Cowardly’ attack on journalists in Homa Bay
The attacks came as violence erupted in Homa Bay during the inaugural Linda Mwananchi tour of the county, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition leaders...
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Siaya Governor James Orengo has strongly condemned a series of 'cowardly and targeted' attacks against journalists covering a political tour in Homa Bay. The assaults, involving violence, theft of equipment, and intimidation, are seen as a direct threat to media freedom.
- Journalists from various media houses including Royal Media Services, Standard Group (KTN), and K24 (Mediamax) were attacked while documenting the 'Linda Mwananchi' political tour.
- The attacks occurred amidst broader violence during the tour that resulted in one death and 46 injuries.
- Several media vehicles were damaged, including one Mediamax Network vehicle that was torched and a Royal Media Services vehicle that was vandalized.
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