Mwangi, who has a history of activism and has faced multiple arrests, previously highlighted issues of accountability in Kenyan governance. His latest detention sparked outrage among politicians and supporters, who argue that instead of promoting accountability, the government seeks to suppress young voices demanding change.
### Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi Faces Terrorism Charges Amid Protests
### Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi Faces Terrorism Charges Amid Protests
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi has been charged with facilitating terrorism linked to anti-government protests that led to numerous fatalities.
Prominent activist Boniface Mwangi has been accused of "facilitating terrorist acts" stemming from protests in Kenya that left 19 dead. His arrest has ignited backlash from human rights groups condemning it as an attack on free speech. Mwangi has denied the allegations, insisting, “I am not a terrorist.” The protests, which took place on June 25, resulted in significant clashes with police, leading to injuries and widespread destruction. More protests followed, and between the public outcry and escalating violence, over 100 people have died since last year. A coalition of rights organizations described Mwangi's arrest as part of a broader effort to silence dissent in Kenya, arguing that the government's claims of terrorism are baseless.
