Kalonzo calls for international intervention following spike in goonism in the country - April 2026

Kalonzo Musyoka, a prominent Kenyan politician, has urged for international intervention amidst a concerning rise in goonism across the country. The former Vice President expressed his dismay over what he described as escalating lawlessness. Former Chief Justice David Maraga has urged the Kenyan government to cease using goons to disrupt opposition political rallies. Kenya's opposition has accused the Kenya Kwanza government of planning to use thugs to disrupt and influence the 2027 general elections. Various stakeholders are advocating for the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to be granted prosecutorial powers as a crucial measure in Kenya's ongoing fight against corruption.