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Topic: Maandamano

Ugandan comedian blames Kenya's Rugby World Cup win on maandamano-fueled anger

By Molly Chebet   2025-07-14 15:47:30

Ugandan comedian Patrick Salvado jokingly blamed Kenya’s Rugby World Cup win over Uganda on protest-fueled anger, as Kenya later lost to Zimbabwe in the semi-finals.

How Gen Z have stolen 'maandamano' thunder from Raila

By Omondi Powel   2025-07-03 13:45:44

ODM leader has been the only politician who could mobilise street demos. Leaderless young people have successfully used social media to organise protests.

Photo of Opiyo Wandayi forcefully bundled into police car during 2023 maandamano resurfaces amid support for govt

By Raymond Muthee   2025-07-01 12:35:39

A resurfaced photo of CS Opiyo Wandayi being arrested during past protests has reignited criticism over his recent praise of President Ruto as “God-sent.”

Arrowbwoy drops powerful protest anthem days after being whipped during Maandamano

By Titus Osoro   2025-06-29 15:33:34

Arrowbwoy has released a protest song titled Mapambano after experiencing police brutality during the June 25 anti-government protests.

Kenya School of Law President Joshua Okayo assures protesters' safety during June 25th maandamano

By Titus Osoro   2025-06-24 15:54:04

KSL President Joshua Okayo has assured protesters of safety during the upcoming nationwide anti-police brutality demonstrations, while urging peaceful resistance and mass turnout.

Juliani urges Gen Z to prioritise safety, solidarity ahead of June 25 maandamano

By Manuel Ntoyai   2025-06-24 09:39:38

Juliani is calling on demonstrators to move in small, trusted groups, what he refers to as a "mbogi" to protect one another before, during, and after the protests.