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International Freelance Journalist: CNN x BBC. CEO & Founder @sautisessions. Ex-Africa Security Correspondent @BBCWorld.

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Just wrapped up today’s coverage of the June 25th protests anniversary with a live report on BBC News (World) #FocusOnAfrica — reporting from a deserted Nairobi CBD. Great team Anthony Irungu Anna Okumu Akisa Wandera BBC News Africa

Just wrapped up today’s coverage of the June 25th protests anniversary with a live report on BBC News (World) #FocusOnAfrica — reporting from a deserted Nairobi CBD. Great team Anthony Irungu Anna Okumu Akisa Wandera BBC News Africa

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Despite a court order requiring police officers to remain identifiable during protests, several have been spotted with their faces covered. The ruling was issued in response to rising cases of police brutality. BBC News Africa

Despite a court order requiring police officers to remain identifiable during protests, several have been spotted with their faces covered. The ruling was issued in response to rising cases of police brutality. BBC News Africa

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We found evidence of construction going on inside the Nairobi National Park but Kenya Wildlife Service just confiscated our drone. Currently protests by lobby groups and environmentalists are going on over the construction.

We found evidence of construction going on inside the Nairobi National Park but Kenya Wildlife Service just confiscated our drone. Currently protests by lobby groups and environmentalists are going on over the construction.

385,584 views • 2 months ago

They were just sitting by the roadside when police came for them. I kept filming. BBC News Africa

They were just sitting by the roadside when police came for them. I kept filming. BBC News Africa

1,626,004 views • 1 year ago

Former CJ David Maraga arrested while protesting the construction of a parking lot inside the Nairobi National Park.

Former CJ David Maraga arrested while protesting the construction of a parking lot inside the Nairobi National Park.

196,916 views • 2 months ago

Here’s the moment we captured armed men assaulting protesters in plain sight of police officers—who later drove off without stepping in. BBC News Africa 🎥 Anthony Irungu

Here’s the moment we captured armed men assaulting protesters in plain sight of police officers—who later drove off without stepping in. BBC News Africa 🎥 Anthony Irungu

275,580 views • 1 year ago

UPDATE: It is now emerging that Martin Macharia Mburu of Passt No. CK160075 had travelled to Russia to work as a driver but was allegedly coerced into serving in the military, with only 3 days of training. He died yesterday. Listen to MP Gachoki Gitari on the 19th of November:

UPDATE: It is now emerging that Martin Macharia Mburu of Passt No. CK160075 had travelled to Russia to work as a driver but was allegedly coerced into serving in the military, with only 3 days of training. He died yesterday. Listen to MP Gachoki Gitari on the 19th of November:

157,525 views • 8 months ago

Kenya’s capital remains deserted, with some describing it as a “police city” after major roads were cordoned off. While Gen Z protesters were largely blocked from accessing the city to demonstrate, many say their presence—and impact—was still strongly felt. More on @bbcafrica.

Kenya’s capital remains deserted, with some describing it as a “police city” after major roads were cordoned off. While Gen Z protesters were largely blocked from accessing the city to demonstrate, many say their presence—and impact—was still strongly felt. More on @bbcafrica.

180,305 views • 1 year ago

The protesters are drawing closer to the Supreme Court. Police are seemingly running out of supplies as demonstrations continue to push behind barriers. More @bbcafrica

The protesters are drawing closer to the Supreme Court. Police are seemingly running out of supplies as demonstrations continue to push behind barriers. More @bbcafrica

130,556 views • 1 year ago

We spoke to Chris Otieno, who found himself caught between police and protesters. He says officers used excessive force on him. We’ve also seen signs that live ammunition was used at the scene. BBC News Africa

We spoke to Chris Otieno, who found himself caught between police and protesters. He says officers used excessive force on him. We’ve also seen signs that live ammunition was used at the scene. BBC News Africa

60,065 views • 1 year ago

Kenya Police Spokesperson Micheal Muchiri says they are looking into the “authenticity” of the BBC documentary #BloodParliament saying it can’t be ignored. I asked him whether it was shocking and he could not comment. Here’s my phone call conversation with him:

Kenya Police Spokesperson Micheal Muchiri says they are looking into the “authenticity” of the BBC documentary #BloodParliament saying it can’t be ignored. I asked him whether it was shocking and he could not comment. Here’s my phone call conversation with him:

56,822 views • 1 year ago

I’ve just returned from downtown Nairobi, where unidentified armed men were assaulting civilians in full view of police officers—who did nothing to intervene. Their identities remain unclear. BBC News Africa

I’ve just returned from downtown Nairobi, where unidentified armed men were assaulting civilians in full view of police officers—who did nothing to intervene. Their identities remain unclear. BBC News Africa

40,779 views • 1 year ago

KENYA/HAITI: First contingent of Kenyan police arrive in Haiti starting off with a chant and dance. In this video shared to me by Jacqueline Charles Haitians are asking whether “they came here to dance.”

KENYA/HAITI: First contingent of Kenyan police arrive in Haiti starting off with a chant and dance. In this video shared to me by Jacqueline Charles Haitians are asking whether “they came here to dance.”

53,825 views • 2 years ago

Just caught this moment when police arrested this young protester for being in the CBD. I kept my camera rolling. More on BBC News Africa.

Just caught this moment when police arrested this young protester for being in the CBD. I kept my camera rolling. More on BBC News Africa.

19,313 views • 1 year ago

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