The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) encourages Gen Z and all Kenyans to transition from street protests to the ballot box, emphasizing that true political change arises from peaceful and constitutional actions as we approach the 2027 General Election.In a statement released on June 26, ODM praised Kenyans for their restraint
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Kisumu Youth Mark Gen Z Anniversary with Voter Registration Drive
On Thursday, residents of Kisumu chose to skip the planned Gen Z protest memorial activities, instead focusing on voter registration drives to mark the anniversary of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations.In Kondele, a hotspot for political activism, many young people flocked to makeshift Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) voter
Police Disrupt June 25 Gen Z Anniversary March
On Thursday, June 25, 2026, police interrupted a symbolic march in Nairobi, where opposition leaders and civil society activists gathered to honor the victims of the June 25, 2024, Gen Z protests.Officers used a public address system to repeatedly urge the crowd to disperse.Leading the march, Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua,
Murkomen: Gachagua Unfit to Discuss National Security
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has sharply criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, asserting he lacks the qualifications to discuss national security, public order, and safety. In a television interview on June 22, 2026, Murkomen emphasized that Gachagua should steer clear of national security discussions, labeling him as a source
Wamalwa Demands End to Intimidation of 2024 Protest Victims’ Families
Eugene Wamalwa, leader of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), has called on the government to stop intimidating families of victims from the 2024 anti-government protests. He urges authorities to allow Kenyans to honor those who lost their lives peacefully.After meeting with victim families as part of the United
Bahati MP Irene Njoki Backs Ruto’s 2027 Re-Election Bid
Bahati MP Irene Njoki has committed to rallying support for President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election, emphasizing that leaders aligned with the Kenya Kwanza administration are dedicated to securing his second term.During Deputy President Kithure Kindiki's visit to Uasin Gishu County on June 21, 2026, Njoki defended the government's political
Fred Matiang’i Joins Western Kenya Opposition Tour
Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i joined his colleagues from the United Alternative Government for a tour in Western Kenya. They kicked off the day in Trans Nzoia County with a warm breakfast hosted by Governor George Natembeya.The tour will conclude with stops starting at a church service in Kibabii,
Gachagua Not Interested in KSh50 Million Award, Says Lawyer Njeri Maina
Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina, who represented former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in his impeachment case, shared that her client isn’t focused on the KSh50 million compensation the Senate might owe after the court ruled his rights were violated.After the judgment on June 8, 2026, Maina emphasized that this case
Eric Omondi Arrested Over Recent Fuel Protests in Nairobi
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed the arrest of comedian and activist Erick Omondi on June 5, 2026, at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Detectives from DCI Central, in collaboration with CRIB Nairobi Region, acted on credible intelligence during ongoing inquiries.Omondi faces allegations related to recent fuel protests
Willis Otieno Asks Kenya Ebola Facility Plan and Accountability
Lawyer Willis Otieno has expressed concerns about a troubling trend where foreign partnerships risk undermining Kenya’s constitutional processes and domestic accountability, especially regarding the proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Laikipia.In a statement on her X account, Otieno emphasized that while international cooperation is vital, government decisions should clearly reflect responsibility