President William Ruto addressing during the Mashujaa Day celebration on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.PHOTO/@WilliamsRuto/X

Ruto concedes youth frustration persists as 2027 election looms

President William Ruto has acknowledged persistent frustration among young Kenyans over unemployment, taxation and the cost of living, confronting concerns that helped trigger the deadly 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests as his administration prepares for the 2027 General Election. Speaking during the 63rd Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, on…

Gen Z engaging police during a past protest.PHOTO/RonnyTV

Kenya protest victims: Govt approves Ksh83.65 million for 259 claims

Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations has processed 259 verified claims worth Ksh83.65 million in Phase VI of Kenya’s compensation programme, including claims involving civilians and uniformed officers affected by human rights violations during demonstrations and public protests. The latest compensation update, issued in Nairobi on Thursday, October 8, 2026,…