Madaraka Day
Kenyan left prepares for mass protests against controversial constitutional amendments
The amendments introduced by president Uhuru Kenyatta are, according to critics, aimed at cementing an opportunistic alliance with opposition leader Raila Odinga, and subverting the spirit of the constitution. The provisions have been struck down by a court
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