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Leading Kenyan Anti-Government Activist Announces Presidential Bid
Boniface Mwangi plans to challenge President William Ruto in 2027, highlighting issues like youth unemployment and corruption amid recent protests that caused over 100 deaths, activists say.
- Kenyan human rights activist Boniface Mwangi announced his presidential candidacy for the 2027 elections, stating that the economy is 'broken' and 'hungry.'
- Mwangi has gained recognition for his role in anti-government protests and human rights activism.
- His candidacy requires approval from the Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission, with elections scheduled for August 2027.
- Others running for president include Senator Okiya Omtatah, former Chief Justice David Maraga, and incumbent President William Ruto, who intends to seek re-election.
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Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi wants to be the next president of Kenya. On Wednesday, he announced his candidacy for the 2027 election.
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Business LiveKenyan activist Boniface Mwangi plans to run for president in 2027
Kenyan human rights activist Boniface Mwangi, who has played a prominent role in anti-government protests, said on Wednesday he plans to run for the presidency in the country's 2027 election.
The Straits Times
Kenyan rights activist plans to run for president in 2027
NAIROBI - Kenyan human rights activist Boniface Mwangi, who has played a prominent role in anti-government protests, said on Wednesday he plans to run for the presidency in the country's 2027 election. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Kenya's famous human rights activist, Boniface Mwangi, who is very critical of the head of state William Ruto, announced on Wednesday 28 August his candidacy for the presidential election of 2027.
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