Kenya drops terror charges against activist Boniface Mwangi DW 07/21/2025
Briefly

Boniface Mwangi, a prominent Kenyan activist, was charged with unlawful possession of ammunition in relation to his alleged involvement in violent street protests against the government. The protests, which commemorated victims of police violence, led to 19 fatalities. Authorities accused Mwangi of organizing unrest and recovering items from his home, including teargas canisters and blank ammunition. He denied possessing these items, stating he is not a terrorist. Following his court appearance, he was released on bond, amidst significant support from activists and the public.
Boniface Mwangi was charged with unlawful possession of ammunition after his alleged role in street protests against the government, which turned violent and left 19 dead.
Police recovered items from Mwangi's home, including unused teargas canisters and blank ammunition, which he claims he never possessed.
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