Several journalists covering Madaraka Day celebrations at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay County were injured on Friday after being assaulted by security officers at the venue’s entrance.
Victims included Royal Media’s Ephantus Maina and Nation Media’s Mable Achieng, alongside two Standard Media Group reporters. The journalists also reported theft of phones and valuables by unidentified individuals.
The chaos began early in the day as youth allegedly ferried in by politicians turned violent, targeting attendees and stealing belongings in the crowded stadium.
