Olkalou chaos: Gen Z protesters torch 26 county vehicles
The attack, which the county government has confirmed, also saw 18 motorbikes destroyed and newly purchased music equipment reduced to ashes.
The attack, which the county government has confirmed, also saw 18 motorbikes destroyed and newly purchased music equipment reduced to ashes.
A long-time activist and outspoken critic of government excesses, Omtatah warned that choosing confrontation over strategy would only delay justice for those already killed or harmed during the protests.
His release follows a decision by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to enlist him as a key witness after a thorough review of the evidence.
The Finance Act revises six key tax laws, introducing new incentives, exemptions and obligations for businesses, employees, and digital service providers.
In a short message on his social media pages, the singer shared a call for unity and calm: “Peace and love to Kenya.”
In the current financial year, the Treasury has disbursed only Sh1 billion out of a planned Sh2 billion. Last year, just Sh1.15 billion was released from a budget of Sh4.5 billion. The
Kenyans in the diaspora have denounced what they called an all-out attack on civil liberties by the government and warned that the country risks sliding into full-blown tyranny.
The committee wants the Elections Act and the County Governments Act revised to include clear procedures and grounds for recalling all categories of lawmakers.
Although the day’s agenda included discussions on critical motions and bills, the session was called off less than two hours later when lawmakers scheduled to move key items failed to turn up.
The authority cited numerous violations by police, including the use of live ammunition, tear gas, water cannons, whips, and batons against protesters.
With nothing more than smartphones and their voices, young people turned social media into a full-scale mobilisation tool. What began with digital posters and cryptic calls to action in group chats rapidly built momentum.
The deceased was rushed to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
In its report, the commission noted that alongside the fatalities, at least 400 people sustained injuries including protestors, police officers, and journalists , with 83 requiring specialised medical attention. Among them, eight were treated for gunshot wounds.
Justice Chacha Mwita issued the conservatory order on Wednesday, following a petition filed by the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), which argued that the CA directive was unconstitutional and a threat to the freedoms guaranteed under the Bill of Rights.
Senator Roba said Ruto’s strategic alliances and development record have created a formidable electoral foundation, particularly in historically marginalized areas.
The activists say Ojwang’s death inside the Nairobi Central Police Station was not a suicide, as initially claimed by police, but a premeditated murder facilitated by high-ranking officers, including Lagat.
The blackout followed an earlier advisory, circulated on social media, directing all television and radio stations to cease live transmission of the protests.
The petition seeks a writ of habeas corpus compelling senior government and law enforcement officials to produce Kinyangia, who has not been seen or heard from since June 21, 2025.
The corporation said the Nairobi–Ruiru, Nairobi–Embakasi Village, Nairobi–Lukenya, and Nairobi–Syokimau routes would be suspended until further notice.
He warned against hooliganism, looting, and chaos during protests, saying such actions betray the essence of democratic expression.
The commission cautioned that any official found to have participated in or facilitated unlawful payments would bear full responsibility.
They say the move directly contradicts a November 2024 High Court ruling that declared similar interference by the Authority unconstitutional and affirmed that only the Media Council of Kenya is legally mandated to regulate broadcast content.
While affirming the right of Kenyans to protest as enshrined in the Constitution, the Commission stressed that this must be done within the law and without harming others. It
The petition focuses on the police decision to seal off major entry points into the CBD using barbed wire and other barriers without notice, an action the Institute says was meant to block planned demonstrations and silence public expression.
Despite differences in scale and mood across regions, protesters maintained a consistent message. “We are not here for violence. “We are here for our future.”
EACC said the fraud becomes more aggressive toward the end of financial years, with many counties rushing to deplete their budgets through illegal schemes.
They listed a wide range of vehicles affected, including public transport vehicles, taxis, private cars, lorries, motorcycles, and long-distance buses.
The symposium is part of Kirinyaga County’s broader strategy to build a farming culture that is environmentally responsible and health-conscious, with long-term benefits for future generations.
June 2024 marked the moment Gen Z rose with clarity and courage, determined to be heard.
The regulations reduce the housing deposit requirement from 10 per cent to 5 per cent, a move expected to lower the entry barrier for many aspiring homeowners.