On October 8, 2024, Morara Kebaso, a prominent Kenyan activist, was arrested for allegedly causing a disturbance during a public participation forum held at Bomas of Kenya.[โฆ]CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLEโถ
According to the charge sheet provided by the police, Morara is accused of creating a disturbance likely to cause a breach of peace, contrary to Section 95(1)(B) of the Penal Code.
The incident occurred on October 4, 2024, during a forum where discussions about the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua were being held.
Despite being the victim of an attack by the crowd, police officers have accused Morara, along with other attendees, of making remarks that incited public reaction.
Specifically, Kebaso is accused of uttering the phrase “kufa dereva kufa makanga” (Swahili for “if the driver dies, the conductor dies as well”), which authorities claim led to a disruption of the peace.
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His arrest was executed without a warrant, and he was promptly taken into custody.
The charge sheet indicates that the case was reported to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Langata, and Kebaso is currently being held at Kibera Law Courts pending a court appearanceโฆCLICK HERE TO READ MORE ARTICLES>>>
