Author: Judith Mwaura

As of 2 a.m., the streets of Langata were already filled with determined protestors, taking a stand against the newly proposed finance bill. The early morning hours did little to dampen their spirits, as men and women, young and old, marched together to voice their discontent. The finance bill, seen by many as a threat to their economic well-being, has sparked outrage across the community, galvanizing residents to take immediate action. The protestors in Langata are particularly concerned about the potential increase in taxes and the burden it would place on everyday citizens. Many argue that the bill disproportionately affects…

BREAKING NEWS: The people of Eldoret have taken to the streets in what is being dubbed the “mother of all maandamanos.” The town, renowned for its calm and industrious residents, has erupted in unprecedented protests following a scandal involving promises of jobs and opportunities in Canada and Finland. The protestors, feeling betrayed and scammed, are demanding justice and accountability from local and national leaders who they believe facilitated the fraudulent scheme. Eldoret’s central business district has become a hotbed of activity, with thousands of people from all walks of life joining the demonstrations. The scale of the protests is set…

The Data Commissioner has put a section of Kenyans on notice over their latest deeds of sharing private details of certain individuals Netizens on the X platform have been uploading phone numbers of police officers and lawmakers as they protest the Finance Bill 2024 The government agency warned them against the move, saying it was flouting the current constitution, in which the right to privacy has been stipulated Nairobi: The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has warned Kenyans against distributing other people’s private information on social media. The government agency said it had observed a recent trend in…

In a surprising turn of events, the Jacaranda grounds witnessed an unexpected confrontation between Jomo Kenyatta, the son of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and the Bunge La Mwananchi President, Calvin Okoth, popularly known as Gaucho. The incident unfolded during a rally where various political factions had gathered to discuss the future of leadership in Homa Bay County. Tensions quickly escalated as the two leaders exchanged heated words, drawing the attention of the attendees and the media. The confrontation began when Jomo Kenyatta took to the stage to address the crowd, advocating for a new approach to leadership in Homa Bay.…

“Can you shut up as I pump up knowledge on your empty brain,” thundered Babu Owino, his voice echoing through the chambers of Parliament. The room, already simmering with tension, grew even more chaotic as MPs from both sides of the political divide found themselves unexpectedly united. The drama unfolded live as members from President Ruto’s camp and those loyal to opposition leader Raila Odinga joined forces in a rare display of bipartisanship to reject the controversial Finance Bill 2024. The bill, which had been touted by Ruto’s administration as a crucial step towards economic stability and growth, faced fierce…

A man named Rashid Ondewa was going about his daily activities at his residence when the tragedy occurred Ondewa, a middle-aged man, was struck by lightning while standing outside his kitchen at his residence His family discovered him lying on the ground before taking him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead A family in Kakamega County is grieving after their relative Rashid Ondewa passed away after being struck by lightning. The middle-aged man was said to be at his residence when the tragedy occurred. The middle-aged man was said to be at his residence when the tragedy occurred.…

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya urged Kenya Kwanza MPs to reject the Finance Bill 2024 in totality and even recommended a repeal of the 2023/2024 Finance Bill Embakasi East MP Babu Owino said the state will still witness the protests on Thursday, June, 20 if the bill is voted City lawyer Soyinka Lempaa told TUKO.co.ke that some lawyers would offer legal assistance to demonstrators arrested for opposing the bill Read Also Nairobi – Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and his Mumias East counterpart Peter Salasya made a nighttime visit to Nairobi Central Police Station to demand the release of detained…

In Mombasa, the recent protests against the Finance Bill 2024 have taken a distressing turn as police deployed tear gas on a group of Coast Girls. The incident, which occurred amidst growing public discontent with the proposed bill, has sparked widespread condemnation from human rights organizations and activists. The use of tear gas on young female protesters highlights the escalating tensions between the government and its citizens, who are increasingly frustrated with economic policies they deem oppressive. The Finance Bill 2024, which includes measures perceived to increase the tax burden on ordinary Kenyans, has led to a series of demonstrations…

BREAKING LIVE: Drama in Parliament as both Ruto and Raila MPs reject Ruto’s finance bill 2024! In an unprecedented move, members of parliament from both President William Ruto’s coalition and the opposition, led by Raila Odinga, have joined forces to reject the 2024 finance bill proposed by Ruto’s administration. This unexpected alliance has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, highlighting deep-seated issues with the proposed financial measures. MPs from both camps voiced their discontent, citing concerns over the bill’s potential economic repercussions and its impact on ordinary citizens. The rejection has thrown the government’s fiscal strategy into disarray, raising questions…

During the tumultuous protest, the self-proclaimed commander-in-chief of Gen Z stood defiantly in front of a line of heavily armored police officers. With a voice that carried both conviction and urgency, he declared, “These police who are detaining me, I am fighting for their children.” His words reverberated through the crowd, igniting a renewed sense of purpose among the demonstrators. They echoed his chant, “RUTO MUST GO,” with increasing fervor, their voices merging into a powerful chorus of dissent. The scene was a vivid tableau of modern resistance. Young activists held banners aloft, their vibrant colors contrasting starkly with the…