Kenyan county: administrative unit, capital Nakuru
Kenya faces rising political violence as youth goon squads stalk public events ahead of elections. Reports describe shootings, property damage and arrests linked to clashes in Kisumu and Nyahururu, with security forces promising firm action. Dozens of suspects have been detained as authorities warn violence will not go unpunished.
The Gauteng province leader of the March and March movement, Andile Mvuyelwa Somgxada, has died after being shot outside his Greenfields home on 4 July. The movement, which has staged anti-immigrant protests, says threats and intimidation have followed leaders; police have formed a multidisciplinary team to probe the murder. Protests are set to continue as the movement demands migrants leave the country.
A late-night collision in Salama, southeast of Nairobi, has killed a van carrying pilgrims and left many injured. Authorities say a truck attempted an overtaking maneuver, triggering the crash. The incident occurred as pilgrims were en route to Nakuru County. President Ruto has offered condolences amid calls for road-safety improvements.