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A video showing police officers forcibly arresting a photographer in Githunguri, Kiambu County, while he recorded the incident has gone viral online, sparking debate over the conduct of the officers.
Criticism on President Ruto over a housing project at the historic Githunguri site, arguing it disrespects cultural heritage and fuels perceptions of political arrogance.
Trouble started when tens of police blocked roads in a bid to stop the members of the Kikuyu Council of Elders from accessing the 58-acre piece of land.
There are many reasons why the Githunguri Shrine should not be tampered with.
The court has stopped the planned construction of a multi-million shilling affordable housing project on a 58-acre historical shrine in Githunguri, Kiambu County.
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