Several journalists have been injured during the protests that officially began on March 20, as the opposition pushes for, among other things, a lower cost of living and for an overhaul of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
According to the Media Council of Kenya, a total of 25 journalists have been attacked, harassed, and arrested while covering demonstrations. The council termed March the darkest month for Kenyan media since the clamour for multiparty democracy.
The United States is "deeply concerned" by reports of attacks against journalists during anti-government protests organised by the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition and its leader Raila Odinga.
Ambassador Meg Whitman said this via Twitter on Friday, noting that "protecting press freedom and safety is a cornerstone of democracy".
