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The Legacy of Fear: How the Shadow of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Shaped Kenya's Political Landscape In the annals of Kenya's political history, the events of 1969 stand out as a defining moment marked by fear, coercion, and manipulation. The political tension surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga's candidature led to a series of oath-taking ceremonies in Gatundu that forever altered the fabric of Kenyan society. Understanding this historical context is crucial, especially when contemporary politicians attempt to invoke these dark chapters for political gain. The Fear of Jaramogi and the Birth of the Gatundu Oath The roots of the infamous Gatundu oath can be traced back to the fear and propaganda surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, the former vice-president and then-leader of the opposition. By 1969, the political landscape in Kenya was charged with tension. The assassination of Cabinet Minister Tom Mboya on 5th July 1969 had already set a volatile backdrop. Within this context, Pr

Mungiki leaflet gives "date line" to vacate flats "or be burnt in it"

Residents of Jirongo flats in Ongata Rongai in the outskirts of Nairobi have recieved threats from Mungiki to abandon the flats by today or risk being burnt in them. According to a resident who contacted Siasa Duni, the badly-written flyers were distributed on the 30th of January. But residents are not fazed. They say they are not moving out and will defend their homes come what may. "We are still staying there and we have no plans to vacate," said my source. "In any case, Mutharura's flats are next door. So if they burn our flats, we burn Mutharura's flats. It's a fair game," he concluded. The source went on to confirm that police have assured them of protection. But knowing the Kenya Police, we should be ready for any eventuality. We'll keep you posted on this unfolding saga.

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Acolyte said…
Now more than ever we need Kenyans to dig in against these brutes!

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