17 h. ago Kenya youth stage #MaskFriday in solidarity against police brutality victim Boniface Kariuki

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – Kenyan youth are donning face masks as a form of silent protest against police brutality, following the point-blank shooting of a mask vendor by an anti-riot police officer. Popular comedian Eric Omondi says the gesture is a show of solidarity with Boniface Kariuki, who is currently recuperating at Kenyatta National […]

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17 h. ago Kenyan Youth Don Face Masks in Silent Protest Against Police Brutality

Popular comedian Eric Omondi, a prominent voice in recent protests, said the gesture is a sign of solidarity with Boniface Kariuki, who is recovering at Kenyatta National Hospital after undergoing surgery on Tuesday night.

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49 h. ago Govt Unveils New Digital System to Protect Kenyan Youth Seeking Jobs Abroad

The government is preparing to roll out a new digital platform designed to protect Kenyan youth seeking employment opportunities overseas, following a troubling rise in cases involving fraudulent recruitment agencies. The platform, dubbed the Labour Mobility Management Information System (LMMIS), will serve as a central tool for tracking and supporting Kenyan migrant workers, starting with those headed to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The initiative follows a high-level consultative forum held in Dubai, where Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) CEO Moriasia Rabu and Credit Manager Sam Njue met with Kenya’s Consul General. Their discussions focused on creating a more structured, The post Govt Unveils New Digital System to Protect Kenyan Youth Seeking Jobs Abroad appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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58 h. ago Protest Hits Kenya after Death of a Man Held by Police | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

Protest Hits Kenya after Death of a Man Held by Police | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G  Firstpost

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2 d. ago Kenyan police officer arrested over shooting of vendor during protest in Nairobi

Kenyan police officer arrested over shooting of vendor during protest in Nairobi  Anadolu Ajansı

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3 d. ago Police officer arrested over shooting of civilian during Kenya protest

Police officer arrested over shooting of civilian during Kenya protest  Reuters

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3 d. ago Clashes injure 11 as Kenyans protest death of blogger in police custody

Clashes injure 11 as Kenyans protest death of blogger in police custody  Al Jazeera

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3 d. ago Chaos in Kenya as violent protest erupts in Nairobi over blogger’s death; Police fire tear gas

Chaos in Kenya as violent protest erupts in Nairobi over blogger’s death; Police fire tear gas  The Economic Times

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3 d. ago Police shot man dead during protest in Kenyan capital over blogger's death

Police shot man dead during protest in Kenyan capital over blogger's death  Anadolu Ajansı

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3 d. ago One killed in clashes as Kenyans protest death of blogger in police custody

One killed in clashes as Kenyans protest death of blogger in police custody  Al Jazeera

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3 d. ago Chaos in Nairobi as activists, goons and police clash during Justice for Albert Ojwang protest

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 17 – Suspected goons violently disrupted peaceful demonstrations in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Tuesday, turning a protest seeking justice for blogger Albert Ojwang – who died in police custody last week – into chaos. The demonstration, which began peacefully at around 10:00 a.m., drew dozens of supporters who were demanding […] The post Chaos in Nairobi as activists, goons and police clash during Justice for Albert Ojwang protest appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Governor Sakaja Slams Protest Vandalism, Urges Swift Police Action

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has condemned the recent spate of vandalism and looting that accompanied protests in the city, urging police to swiftly apprehend those behind the destruction. Speaking during an interdenominational prayer service at Friends Comprehensive School in Kivaywa, Kakamega County, Sakaja voiced his frustration at how criminal groups had hijacked otherwise peaceful demonstrations to wreak havoc. He warned the youth against being misled by political actors who exploit their frustrations for personal agendas. “Demonstrating is your constitutional right, but let me be clear, destroying property is not part of that right,” Sakaja said. The governor disclosed that law The post Governor Sakaja Slams Protest Vandalism, Urges Swift Police Action appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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7 d. ago Kenya: Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang

Kenya: Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang  allAfrica.com

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8 d. ago Police Officer Arrested Over Albert Ojwang’s Death as Nairobi Erupts in Protest

Authorities have arrested Police Constable James Mukhwana of Nairobi’s Central Police Station in connection with the brazen murder of Albert Ojwang’. A police report dated June 12, 2025, confirmed that detectives from the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU), working in coordination with IPOA, apprehended Mukhwana and placed him in custody at Capitol Hill Police Station. According to the official report, Mukhwana will face murder charges under Section 203 as read with Section 204 of Kenya’s Penal Code. “Please be informed that No. 260950 PC James Mukhwana of Central Police Station Nairobi, was arrested today, 12/06/2025 and placed in custody at Capitol The post Police Officer Arrested Over Albert Ojwang’s Death as Nairobi Erupts in Protest appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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8 d. ago Kenyan policeman arrested in blogger's death as hundreds protest

Kenyan policeman arrested in blogger's death as hundreds protest  The Straits Times

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8 d. ago Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 – Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Nairobi’s Central Business District on Thursday, demanding justice for Albert Ochieng Ojwang, a 32-year-old teacher and blogger who was murdered in police custody after his arrest over a defamation complaint filed by Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat. Clad in black […] The post Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 d. ago Kenya hit by protests sparked by teacher’s death in police cell

Kenya hit by protests sparked by teacher’s death in police cell  CNNPolice fire tear gas on crowds protesting Kenya blogger’s death in custody  Al JazeeraKenyan policeman arrested in blogger's death as hundreds protest  Reuters

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1 week ago Video. Blogger’s death sparks protest and police crackdown in Kenya

Video. Blogger’s death sparks protest and police crackdown in Kenya  Euronews.com

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1 week ago Blogger’s death in custody sparks protest and police crackdown in Kenya

Blogger’s death in custody sparks protest and police crackdown in Kenya  Yahoo News UK

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1 week ago DCP Launches Ksh100K Design Contest for Kenyan Youth to Shape Party Identity

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has rolled out a nationwide design contest to engage Kenya’s creative youth. The winner will walk away with a Ksh100,000 cash prize and the opportunity to shape the visual identity of the DCP Youth League. In a statement issued on Saturday, June 7, the party invited young Kenyans with a flair for design to submit original artwork that captures the essence of its youth movement. The winning creation will feature prominently on official DCP merchandise, including T-shirts, berets, and other gear. “Are you ready to sketch The post DCP Launches Ksh100K Design Contest for Kenyan Youth to Shape Party Identity appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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