Kenya: Activist Eric Omondi Arrested During Referendum Signature Drive

Comedian-activist Eric Omondi was arrested in Nairobi while collecting signatures for his 'Punguza Mzigo' referendum campaign, a populist push to reduce the cost of governance. The arrest signals potential government sensitivity to the initiative, though details on charges remain unclear. This could galvanize opposition and public attention on constitutional reform ahead of the 2027 election cycle.