Goonism in Kenyan Politics Must Stop Before 2027
Goonism in Kenyan Politics Must Stop Before 2027 |Image Courtesy of Nation Africa| By Micah Mukhwana Sikuku Kenya has struggled with political violence for decades. The 2007 General Election saw more than 1,000 people killed and hundreds of thousands displaced after the disputed presidential election triggered widespread violence. In later elections like the 2017 General Election, supporters and political groups were accused of using intimidation and violence against opponents. In Kisumu, Nairobi and other areas, Amnesty International documented attacks on protesters and bystanders, while Human Rights Watch reported threats against opposition supporters in Naivasha. Violence has continued in smaller forms through intimidation, hired groups and attacks on political opponents. The events in Homa Bay on Sunday, 16 August 2026, show how serious the problem has become. Violence disrupted Linda Mwananchi rallies, vehicles were torched and property worth millions of shillings was destroy...
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