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A new Amnesty International report has revealed fresh claims that the Kenyan government ran a coordinated online operation aimed at intimidating, tracking and silencing thousands of Gen Z protesters who took part in nationwide demonstrations between June 2024 and July 2025. The report, titled “This fear, everyone is feeling it”: Tech-facilitated violence against young activists in Kenya, paints a troubling picture of how authorities allegedly used different social media platforms to suppress voices of dissent, especially those from outspoken young activists and protesters challenging government actions. According to Amnesty International, both state agencies and digital networks linked to government supporters…

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has announced that the government is working on a plan to lease the financially troubled Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya (PPCK) to private investors in an effort to revive the struggling institution. Speaking on Wednesday, November 19, Kagwe explained that the proposal already has the support of PPCK employees, who believe leasing the company is the only realistic way to restore its profitability and ensure long-term stability. The plan is now awaiting formal approval from the Cabinet before it can move forward. Kagwe noted that PPCK has been operating with limited resources for years, receiving…

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has issued a strong warning to a section of ODM politicians who are pushing for fresh protests, saying such actions risk pulling the party backwards at a time when unity and strategy are most needed. Speaking during a Wednesday morning interview on Ramogi TV, Mbadi said renewed calls for demonstrations could reopen painful political wounds from past struggles for justice. He reminded ODM members that the party was founded to inspire hope among its supporters, not to plunge them into unnecessary confrontations. Mbadi urged party leaders and supporters to reflect deeply on the real goals…

FKF Calls for Government Support After Kenya’s Heavy 8–0 Defeat to Senegal The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President, Hussein Mohammed, has appealed to the government for stronger support after the Harambee Stars suffered a humiliating 8–0 loss to Senegal in a friendly match on Tuesday, November 18. In a detailed statement released shortly after the game, Mohammed said the defeat should serve as a serious reminder that Kenyan football still faces deep structural problems. He explained that although the national team has shown progress in recent months, the heavy loss proved that much more needs to be done for Kenya…

Kasmuel Speaks After ODM Clarifies Its Youth Leadership Structure Political activist Kasmuel McOure has spoken out just a few days after the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) clarified the leadership of its Youth League. His remarks come barely four days after the party moved to settle confusion surrounding the position. On Saturday, November 15, ODM publicly confirmed that Johnmark Ketorah is the official President of the ODM Youth League. The party dismissed reports circulating online suggesting that Kasmuel had been appointed to the same position. “The President of the ODM Youth League is Honourable Johnmark Ketorah. Ignore any publication circulating containing…

A Member of the Kisii County Assembly has been taken into custody by detectives following a series of complaints accusing him of running fake foreign travel schemes. The MCA is said to have collected money from residents after promising to help them secure travel opportunities, especially to Canada. According to reports, the MCA was arrested after several victims stepped forward claiming they had been tricked into paying large sums of money for the supposed travel arrangements. On Wednesday, November 19, he was arraigned before Senior Principal Magistrate John Nyariki at the Kisii Law Courts, where he faced charges of defrauding…

Governors Appoint Mutahi Kahiga’s Replacement in the Council of Governors (CoG) Tharaka Nithi Governor Onesmus Muthomi Njuki has officially been named the new Vice Chairperson of the Council of Governors (CoG). His appointment comes shortly after Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga stepped down from the role on October 22, following public outrage over his insensitive comments regarding the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Before his latest elevation, Njuki had been serving as the CoG Chief Whip since October 6 — a position ranked just below the Vice Chair. Over the years, he has held several leadership roles within the…

Boni Khalwale Kicked Out of Senate Over Remarks Linking Uhuru to Uganda Detention Case Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale was dramatically ordered out of the Senate on Tuesday evening after he claimed that former President Uhuru Kenyatta was responsible for securing the release of two Kenyans who had been detained in Uganda. His remarks sparked tension in the House and led to a heated exchange among the lawmakers. The incident began when Senator Khalwale compared the situation of Kenyans stranded in foreign countries to that of political activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, who were once arrested in Uganda. While criticizing…

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has introduced a fresh shake-up in his administration, transferring several Chief Officers to new departments in a move he says is meant to improve efficiency and strengthen service delivery across the county. One of the major changes is the reassignment of Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria, who has been moved from the Environment docket with immediate effect. According to a notice signed by Governor Sakaja on Tuesday, November 18, Mosiria will now serve as the head of the Citizen Engagement and Customer Service department. This shift places him in a role that directly deals with Nairobi residents,…

Yoweri Museveni Says Space Is a Shared Resource: “The Moon Is Ours Too” Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has sparked a new wave of public debate after making bold remarks about the moon, outer space, and Africa’s place in global technological competition. Speaking during a public address, Museveni said that space does not belong only to powerful nations. He argued that Africa must rise to the challenge and participate actively in space exploration before it is left too far behind. Museveni insisted that space is a shared resource for all humanity, including Africans. He questioned why African nations are not present…