Kenya Gen Z Protests See Press Freedom Under Fire

Babu Owino's security withdrawn over 'protests support'

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino claims his security has been withdrawn, terms incident as ‘government intimidation’ and retaliation for his support of Wednesday’s protests.

Kenya Gen Z protests see press freedom under fire

During recent protests by young Kenyans against authoritarian policies, the media was banned from reporting live. Observers have called it a dangerous precedent that will only fuel the drive for a healthier democracy.

Unbowed: Media houses defy CA directive to stop live coverage of Gen Z protests, term it illegal

From Hope To Fear: Kenya Joins East Africa’s Crackdown On Free Expression

By John Ikani For years, people across East Africa looked to Kenya as a place where freedom was guaranteed. Unlike Uganda and Tanzania, Kenya had laws that protected people’s right to protest and speak out. You could stand in the street and criticise leaders without worrying you’d be arrested or worse. But that promise is slipping away fast. This June, protests against President William Ruto’s government turned deadly. Police opened fire on crow…

Matiang’i Warns Ruto on Handling Gen Z Protests

Matiang’i Warns Ruto on Handling Gen Z Protests

Kindiki affirms govt support for free speech in wake of Gen Z protests

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has affirmed that the government’s commitment to upholding the fundamental rights enjoyed by Kenyans under the constitution, including the rights to an opinion and picketing. Speaking in Mavoko constituency on Saturday, June 28, 2025, the DP said they lend a listening ear to Kenyans with alternative ideas on improving and bettering […]