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Topic: Protests

Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death over deadly student protests

By Raymond Muthee   2025-11-17 14:11:35

Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death in absentia by a Dhaka court for crimes against humanity over the 2024 student crackdown, amid deep political unrest and her ongoing exile in India.

SUPKEM officials defend chairman Ole Naado amid leadership change protests

By Joackim Bwana   2025-11-17 11:31:11

Muslims are now demanding an election to kick out the current SUPKEM leaders.

Tanzania charges more than 200 with treason after election protests

By AFP   2025-11-08 14:24:24

Violent protests broke out across the East African country on election day, with sources indicating hundreds, if not thousands, may have been killed.

Tanzania's Attorney General calls for arrest of US-based activist Mange Kimambi after election protests

By Boniface Mithika   2025-11-06 11:24:02

Johari's call comes as Kimambi continues to expose alleged plans by President Samia Suluhu Hassan's administration and the alleged sham elections that have left hundreds dead.

LSK calls out KMJA over Maua court protests

By Esther Nyambura   2025-11-01 16:05:07

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) – Meru Chapter has criticised the Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association (KMJA) over its recent statement condemning protests by advocates at the Maua Law Courts.

Nepal PM holds first talks since protests with parties and 'Gen Z'

By AFP   2025-10-30 13:17:41

The unrest on September 8-9 was triggered by a brief ban on social media, although it was fuelled by long-standing frustration over economic hardship and corruption.