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Police use teargas to disperse Mathare protesters over alleged abduction
Police in Mathare used teargas to disperse protesters for the second day on Saturday, demanding answers regarding the alleged abduction of businessman and politician Joel Kariuki. Residents of Mathare are demanding answers after a local businessman was reportedly seized by unknown men, with his family seeking information regarding his whereabouts. The family in Nairobi's Mathare area is seeking answers from the government regarding the disappearance of Joel Kariuki, who they allege was abducted by suspected police officers. Meanwhile, residents of Njoroge Parklands are raising complaints following alleged invasions targeting the community, with the situation unfolding amidst ongoing nationwide protests by matatu operators.
Kenya selects 50 rafters for World Rafting Championship squad
Kenya has chosen 50 rafters to represent the nation in the upcoming World Rafting Championship, an event the country is set to host this July. Additionally, Ferdinand Omanyala has been named to lead Kenya's squad for the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, where Athletics Kenya has announced a 52-member team. Meanwhile, Kenya successfully retained their position in the Davis Cup Africa Group 4 after a decisive victory against Mozambique. In golf news, Catherine Kinyanjui was crowned the overall winner of the third leg of the 2026 Golf Masters Series, while over 200 golfers participated in the Standard County Classic Golf Series held in Eldoret.
Lawmakers want corporal punishment reintroduced in schools
Kenyan lawmakers are fueling a national debate with proposals to reinstate corporal punishment in schools in response to a concerning rise in student indiscipline. Kenya faces a persistent and escalating crisis of school fires, with numerous incidents reported across the country, highlighting a failure to contain the problem. Lead researcher Felix Kiprono of Odivo Dev has analyzed the recurring patterns behind the persistent school fires across Kenya, aiming to shed light on the underlying causes and potential solutions.
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