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Kipchumba Murkomen
Politician
Kenya's Interior Minister discussing the rise of gangs.
Notable Quotes
"The gangs are owned by political leaders who play a significant role in mobilising people. It is chaotic. An irresponsible leader is a threat to national security."View Story →
"348 people were arrested and would be charged over their involvement in what he called violent illegal protests."View Story →
"We lost four Kenyans in today's violence, which also saw more than 30 people injured."View Story →
"It’s unfortunate that today’s protests have once again been hijacked by political actors for political ends."View Story →
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