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University student leaders from across the country have called on comrades to observe the June 25 anniversary through reflection and prayers rather than participating in street demonstrations. Speaking during a joint press briefing by serving and former student leaders, the leaders expressed heartfelt condolences to families who lost their loved ones during the 2024 and 2025 Gen Z protests, describing the deaths and injuries suffered during the demonstrations as a painful loss to the nation. The student leaders said every life lost represented a dream cut short and an opportunity denied, while injuries sustained by young people had shattered the aspirations of many families. “We convey our heartfelt condolences to families who lost their loved ones during the 2024 and 2025 Gen Z protests. Every death was a robbed chance of a livelihood, and every injury was a puncture to a big dream,” the leaders said. The leaders urged university students and young people across the countr...

University student leaders from several institutions across Kenya have called on young people to embrace peaceful civic engagement ahead of the planned June 25, 2026 commemoration activities, while warning politicians against exploiting Gen Z concerns for political gain. In a joint statement released in Nairobi, the leaders drawn from Kenyatta University, the University of Nairobi, Zetech University, Mount Kenya University, KCA University, the Technical University of Kenya, St. Paul’s University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology urged students to exercise caution, responsibility and restraint during the planned demonstrations.  The student leaders acknowledged that young people continue to raise legitimate concerns regarding governance, accountability and justice, emphasizing that the Constitution guarantees every Kenyan the right to assemble, demonstrate and picket peacefully. However, they warned that political actors and opportunistic individ...

University student leaders from several institutions across Kenya have called on young people to embrace peaceful civic engagement ahead of the planned June 25, 2026 commemoration activities, while warning politicians against exploiting Gen Z concerns for political gain. In a joint statement released in Nairobi, the leaders drawn from Kenyatta University, the University of Nairobi, Zetech University, Mount Kenya University, KCA University, the Technical University of Kenya, St. Paul’s University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology urged students to exercise caution, responsibility and restraint during the planned demonstrations.  The student leaders acknowledged that young people continue to raise legitimate concerns regarding governance, accountability and justice, emphasizing that the Constitution guarantees every Kenyan the right to assemble, demonstrate and picket peacefully. However, they warned that political actors and opportunistic individ...

Incoming Isiolo North parliamentary aspirant Mwenda Thunanira has emphasized the need for accountable and service-oriented leadership, saying that true leadership is measured not by campaign promises but by the ability to deliver tangible results to the people. Speaking on his vision for Isiolo North, Thunanira noted that leaders should be judged by their commitment to accountability, transparency, and dedication to public service after elections. He stressed that every child deserves access to opportunities, every mother deserves dignity, and every elderly person deserves respect. He added that taxpayers have a right to see public resources translated into improved roads, quality healthcare services, reliable water supply, stronger educational institutions, and economic opportunities that uplift communities. Thunanira said his leadership philosophy is anchored on integrity, humility, and purposeful service. He pledged to listen to residents, address their concerns, and cha...

Principal Secretary for Public Service and Human Capital Development, Dr. Jane Imbunya, has called for stronger partnerships among governments, development partners, the private sector, and local communities to accelerate access to safe water and sanitation across Africa. Speaking during the Africa Public Service Day (APSD) 2026 celebrations, Dr. Imbunya emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to achieve universal access to clean water and sanitation by 2063, in line with Africa’s Agenda 2063 aspirations. She noted that effective partnerships are essential in addressing water challenges and ensuring that quality services reach all communities. The Principal Secretary said access to safe water and proper sanitation remains critical in improving public health, promoting economic growth, and enhancing the quality of life for citizens. She urged stakeholders to work together in developing sustainable solutions that will strengthen water security and expand sanitation serv...

The Government has urged Kenyans to uphold peace, national unity and the rule of law ahead of planned demonstrations, while reaffirming its commitment to compensating victims of human rights violations and safeguarding property rights under the Affordable Housing Programme. Speaking during a press briefing at the Government Spokesperson Media Centre at Harambee Annex, Government Spokesperson Hon. Sen. Dr. Isaac Mwaura conveyed the government's condolences to traders affected by the recent Gikomba fire, saying investigations into the recurring incidents are underway through the National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC), relevant government agencies and the Nairobi County Government. Dr. Mwaura emphasized that the Constitution guarantees every Kenyan the right to assemble, demonstrate and present petitions peacefully, but warned against violence, destruction of property and attacks on law enforcement officers during protests. He noted that while peaceful demonstrations a...