Arrested Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi faces terror charges
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Kenya Drops Terror Charges Against Activist Boniface Mwangi
Above: Boniface Mwangi appears before the Kahawa law court in Nairobi on July 21, 2025. Image copyright: Simon Maina/AFP/Getty Images
The Spin
Government-critical narrative
The government's charges against Mwangi represent a dangerous escalation in suppressing legitimate dissent and democratic rights. Authorities are weaponizing terrorism laws to silence critics and intimidate young protesters demanding accountability from a corrupt administration. This systematic crackdown threatens Kenya's democracy and undermines the rule of law.
Pro-government narrative
Law enforcement acted appropriately to investigate Mwangi's alleged role in violent protests that resulted in deaths, injuries and property destruction. The charges reflect established legal thresholds and national security imperatives rather than efforts to suppress political expression. Authorities must maintain public order while protecting citizens from violence.