Haki Yetu demands accountability for police killings during protests
Human Rights Organization Haki Yetu wants accountability for police killings during the anti-Finance Bill protests. Speaking during a media breakfast meeting in Mombasa, Haki Yetu CEO Peter Kiama called for expedited accountability for police killings, arbitrary arrests, and abductions across the country. “We strongly condemn police abuse of power during these protests as demonstrated by […]
Mvita MP Mohamed Machele rejects SRC salary increments
Mvita Member of Parliament Mohamed Soud Machele is among the legislatures who have rejected the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) increment for MPs and other state officers. Machele rejected the new increment saying there were more important issues currently affecting the country. “There are more pressing and crucial matters that need to be addressed by […]
I didn’t ask for it, I don’t need it, says Sifuna over salary increment
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said he does not need a salary increment. His sentiments come following a proposal by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) to increase salaries and other benefits for Members of Parliament and other state officers. Taking to his social media platforms, the Nairobi Senator and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party […]
Over 250 arrested during Tuesday protests
At least 274 suspected criminals were arrested during the Tuesday #OccupyCBD protests around the country. “During today’s demonstrations that saw massive properties destroyed by various criminal elements, security forces across the country singled out suspects found engaging in criminal activities in the guise of protesting, and took them to custody,” read a statement from the […]