Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji and several co-accused have been granted bail following their arrest during the Saba Saba protests, with the court setting bail at Ksh 300,000 or an alternative bond of Ksh 1 million plus a surety.
Highlights:
- MP Gitonga Mukunji among those arrested during Saba Saba protests
- Court grants him Ksh 300,000 cash bail or Ksh 1M bond with surety
- Several protest-related arrests were made across the country
- Mukunji maintains his innocence, says protests were peaceful
Main Story:
Manyatta Member of Parliament Gitonga Mukunji and others charged in connection with the recent Saba Saba protests have been released from custody after the court set bail at Ksh 300,000 each. Alternatively, the accused can secure their freedom with a bond of Ksh 1 million and a surety of a similar amount.
The arrests were part of a broader sweep during the nationwide Saba Saba demonstrations, which saw thousands take to the streets demanding government accountability and economic reforms. Several politicians, activists, and youth leaders were detained following the protests.
Following his release, MP Mukunji reiterated that the demonstrations he participated in were peaceful and within constitutional rights. He criticized the arrests as politically motivated and vowed to continue standing with his constituents in demanding justice and better governance.
The case will proceed to mention in the coming days as investigations continue. Mukunji and his co-accused are expected to adhere to all bail terms, including appearing in court when required and avoiding any actions that may interfere with the ongoing probe.
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