Prominent Kenyan human rights activist, Boniface Mwangi, to run for presidency in 2027

Prominent Kenyan social justice campaigner and government critic, Boniface Mwangi, on Wednesday said he plans to run for president in the 2027 elections.

His announcement comes weeks after the latest round of deadly protests against President William Ruto, which have seen more than 100 people killed since June last year.

For years, Mwangi has faced tear gas and jail time as he spoke out against corruption and police violence.

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