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The rise of "goonism" in Kenyan politics

14th April, 2026

Kenya’s political landscape is facing a troubling shift one marked by the growing use of organized groups of youths, often referred to as “goons,” to intimidate opponents, disrupt events, and influence public perception.

In recent months, incidents across cities like Nairobi and Kisumu have highlighted a pattern: political gatherings turning chaotic, leaders attacked, and businesses caught in the crossfire. What was once isolated has now evolved into a worrying trend.

Analysts say “goonism” thrives in a climate of political rivalry, unemployment, and weak enforcement. Young people, often vulnerable and jobless, are mobilized, paid, and deployed as tools of political warfare blurring the line between activism and criminality.

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