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The number of people who lost their lives during the Saba Saba Day protests on Monday, July 7, has increased to 31. This is according to a new report released by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR). In a statement delivered on Tuesday, July 8, KNCHR Vice-Chairperson Dr. Raymond Nyeris confirmed that by 7 p.m., the commission had recorded a higher number of deaths and arrests linked to the protests, which were held across different parts of the country. The commission also revealed that at least 107 people had been injured during the unrest, and two cases of…

Seven police officers were injured on Tuesday after their patrol vehicle was hit by an improvised explosive device (IED) along the Gadudia–Laga Road in Mandera East, located in Mandera County. According to a police report filed at the Khalalio Police Station, the incident took place between Aresa and Khalalio areas, roughly four kilometers west of the station. The officers were travelling in a police vehicle from Mandera Police Station, bearing the registration number GKB 885W, when the IED exploded. The blast severely damaged the rear part of the vehicle, causing injuries to most of the officers on board. Out of…

Angry residents in Nyamira County have burned down the Itibo Police Station after a student was allegedly shot and killed by a police officer on Tuesday, July 9. Reports indicate that the deceased was a student at Nyamira National Polytechnic and had joined a group of demonstrators protesting against poor infrastructure in the region. The protesters were demanding improvements to local roads and the installation of proper street lighting for better security. The incident took place at Itibo Market, where the student was reportedly shot during the protest. This act triggered public outrage, leading to retaliatory action by the demonstrators…

#WeAreAllKikuyus: State House Official Speaks Out on Claims of Goons Targeting Mt Kenya Towns Dennis Itumbi, who serves as the Head of Creative Economy in the Office of the President, has strongly denied claims that hired thugs are being sent to various towns in the Mt Kenya region to intimidate people following the recent July 7 protests. In a statement released on Wednesday morning, Itumbi said these claims are false and are being spread by opposition-aligned social media influencers. He accused them of using fear tactics to create panic among the residents of Mt Kenya. Describing the situation as a…

President William Ruto on Wednesday issued a firm directive to the police, telling them to use selective force against individuals involved in violent protests. Speaking during the launch of the Police Housing Project at Kilimani Police Station in Nairobi, the President said that anyone attacking businesses or storming police stations should be shot in the leg—not killed, but stopped with non-lethal force. “If someone storms a police station or attacks a person’s business, they should be shot in the leg. Let them go to court later if they want. But we can’t just watch as people destroy the country,” Ruto…

Moses Kuria Resigns From Government After 10 Months as Ruto’s Senior Economic Advisor Moses Kuria has officially stepped down from his position in President William Ruto’s government, just ten months after being appointed as the Senior Economic Advisor to the Head of State. Kuria, who has held several key roles since 2022—including Cabinet Secretary for Trade and later for Public Service—made the announcement on Tuesday evening through an official statement. He confirmed that he had submitted his resignation and that President Ruto had accepted it. “Earlier this evening, I met with my boss and my friend, President William Ruto. The…

Tensions erupted in Homa Bay on July 3 after a dramatic incident involving Gen Z protesters and the body of slain blogger Albert Ojwang. Emotions ran high during Ojwang’s funeral procession, and events escalated when a mob stormed Mawego Police Station, eventually setting it on fire. The protestors claimed they were seeking justice for the blogger’s mysterious death. Former police spokesperson Charles Owino has stirred controversy after publicly accusing social media personality 2mbili of inciting the crowd that torched the station. In a strongly worded interview, Owino claimed that 2mbili played a central role in leading the angry youth into…

The Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya (FIDA-Kenya) has called on the Ministry of Education to urgently intervene in a disturbing case of alleged sexual abuse involving a teacher at Alliance Girls High School. FIDA wants immediate action taken against the school’s administration for reportedly failing to address the serious misconduct claims raised by current and former students. The allegations came to light through an investigation by African Uncensored, during which several students and alumni revealed that they had been sexually abused by a teacher at the school. These revelations have sparked public outrage and a demand for accountability from…

Several families have been left devastated after a fierce fire destroyed more than 20 houses in Kiawara Slums, located in the Majengo area of Nyeri County, on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 8, 2025. According to eyewitnesses, the fire broke out suddenly and quickly spread through the densely populated slum area, reducing homes and personal belongings to ashes. The affected families lost everything, including household items, clothing, and other valuables, in the tragic incident. In a video seen by Newshub.co.ke, desperate residents were captured trying to battle the flames using buckets filled with water. Thick, dark smoke could be seen…

A wave of anger and sorrow swept through Kiambu town on Tuesday, July 8, as hundreds of residents staged protests following the tragic death of a 12-year-old girl. The young girl was allegedly killed by a stray bullet during the Saba Saba Day demonstrations. Large crowds of protesters flooded the streets, demanding justice for the grieving family and accountability from law enforcement. According to eyewitnesses, the girl was not part of the protests but was inside her home when the fatal incident occurred. Her death has triggered widespread outrage, especially from local residents who feel the use of force during…