Kenya: Matiang'i Accuses State of 'Digital Terrorism' Against Opposition

Kenya: Matiang'i Accuses State of 'Digital Terrorism' Against Opposition

Nairobi -- Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Fred Matiang'i has accused the government of launching what he termed a new wave of 'digital terrorism' targeting opposition leaders.

Violence erupts in western Kenya ahead of opposition rally

Violence erupts in western Kenya ahead of an opposition rally, raising concerns about political thuggery and security as national polls approach. Read More: https://punchng.com/violence-erupts-in-western-kenya-ahead-of-opposition-rally/

Matiang’i accuses state of ‘digital terrorism’ against opposition

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 17 – Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Fred Matiang’i has accused the government of launching what he termed a new wave of ‘digital terrorism’ targeting opposition leaders. Speaking during a political engagement, Matiang’i alleged that opposition leaders were being subjected to social media account interference, surveillance and disruption of communication during political tours. “These days we get trailed and my staffers can bear m…

Matiang'i Alleges Internet Jamming, Surveillance of Opposition Activities

Matiang'i's comments follow a spate of violence that rocked Homa Bay County during the Linda Mwananchi rally.

Clashes Erupt Ahead of Kenya Rally

Violence broke out in western Kenya on Sunday morning as armed groups disrupted streets in Homa Bay ahead of an opposition rally led by the Linda Mwananchi movement and potential presidential contender Edwin Sifuna. Dozens of men wielding sticks and machetes roamed the town centre, attacking passersby, snatching valuables, lighting tyres, and erecting makeshift barricades along main thoroughfares. Siaya County Governor James Orengo reported that…