Author: Zenna Issa
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Several key activists were abducted in overnight operations in the country just hours before anti-Finance Bill demonstrations. Officials stated that this was one of the strategies being used to prevent the planned protests against the proposed taxes. Vocal social media and political activist Gabriel Oguda was among those taken, along with at least ten other […]
Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie has publicly apologized following widespread backlash over his comments regarding the authenticity of images and the legitimacy of protests against the Finance Bill 2024. In a handwritten letter, Kiarie expressed regret for his “unnecessary, misguided and insensitive” remarks made during the heated debate on the bill in Parliament. He acknowledged […]
Kenya’s first female Somalian comedian Nasra Yusuf, has come out and declared that she will be running for a political seat come the next elections. In a joint media interview last week on Friday, the comedian expressed her sorrows and hurt for the current Finance Bill. According to the comedian, the government was being unjust […]
Award-winning entrepreneur and born-again Christian Michelle Ntalami, has taken to her social media to announce to her fans that she has been baptized. The Marina Naturals CEO was excited to share the news of her baptism with the world. Ntalami went for baptism yesterday at the Nairobi Baptist Church which is located on Ngong Road. […]
The reigning FKFPL champions Gor Mahia, concluded their successful season by defeating Bidco United 4-3 in a thrilling match in Machakos on Sunday. The team, which had already secured the championship title a month earlier, aimed to finish the season on a high note by accumulating as many points as possible. The coronation ceremony took […]
Ugandan politician Bobi Wine has written an encouraging message to Kenyans amid the peaceful protests against the Finance Bill 2024. This week, simultaneous activities are taking place across the country as Kenyans express their opposition to the controversial bill. Mr Wine urged Kenyans to fiercely protect their freedoms, saying, “Power to you, young people of […]
Chants of “bado mapambano” filled the air outside the Kenyan embassy in Washington, USA, as a group of citizens gathered to reject the proposed Finance Bill 2024. The protest was organised online, encouraging Kenyans abroad to join in solidarity with events in Nairobi. Noel James shared a video on Instagram showing the peaceful protest, with […]
Janet Mbugua has been keeping a close watch on the peaceful protests staged by Kenyans against the proposed Finance Bill 2024. The bill advanced to the Committee of the Whole House after passing its second reading, with 204 MPs voting in favour and 115 against. Despite being in Mombasa for a conference and unable to […]
Prominent comedian turned philanthropic human rights activist Eric Omondi, who is still mourning the loss of his younger brother Fred Omondi, has joined other Kenyan citizens in expressing their dissatisfaction with the proposed 2024 Finance Bill. Using his social media platforms, Eric criticised the 204 Members of Parliament who voted to advance the bill to […]