Boniface Mwangi
Boniface Mwangi is a prominent Kenyan human rights activist and photographer known for his vocal stance on social justice issues and political accountability. He gained national recognition for his activism during protests against government policies, particularly regarding taxation and governance. Mwangi has been instrumental in mobilizing young people and advocating for their rights, often using social media to organize and amplify voices in the fight against injustices.
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Activist Boniface Mwangi shared what he described as a leaked internal document indicating that several foreign nationals had been issued with the document.
Storm over alleged issuance of passport to Sudanese warlords
Kenya· 2026-03-04
Boniface Mwangi is a prominent Kenyan pro-democracy activist who plans to run for president in 2027.
Kenyan authorities used Israeli tech to crack activist’s phone, report claims | Kenya
United Kingdom· 2026-02-17
Activist Boniface Mwangi and Uganda’s Agather Atuhaire were assaulted in Dar.
Jamhuri's big hero is rights defender KhalidKenya· 2025-12-13
Boniface Mwangi is highlighted as a Kenyan activist who was abducted and tortured in Tanzania.
Report warns civic freedoms in East Africa under strainKenya· 2025-12-10
Boniface Mwangi is a Kenyan activist who was arrested in May 2025, unsettling rights defenders.
Report: Kenya's safe-haven status at risk amid rising repressionKenya· 2025-12-09
Boniface Mwangi was detained in Tanzania earlier this year along with Agather Atuhaire.
Kenyan activists missing in Uganda found safe after five weeksUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-08
Prominent Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi went missing and was later reported to have been tortured in Tanzania.
Kenya demands safety for its citizens after post-poll crackdownUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-07
Sankok raised questions about Boniface Mwangi's visit to Tanzania amid a court process.
EALA MP Sankok claims Tanzania polls met constitutional standardsKenya· 2025-11-05
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi questioned the validity of Ms Hassan’s election.
Samia historic win: Puzzle of unprecedented voter turnout and her vow to crush protests
Tanzania· 2025-11-01
Activist and presidential hopeful Boniface Mwangi now claims his life is in danger after a bullet was allegedly planted in his luggage.
Activist Mwangi claims life in danger after bullet cartridge planted in his luggageKenya· 2025-10-13
Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi has alleged that a used bullet casing was planted in his luggage while travelling.
Boniface Mwangi claims bullet was planted in his luggageKenya· 2025-10-12In Tanzania, Boniface Mwangi of Kenya and Agather Atuhaire of Uganda are abducted.
Why Ruto, Museveni and Suluhu must listen to dissenting voicesKenya· 2025-10-12
Boniface Mwangi is a Kenyan activist who was previously arrested and border dumped in Tanzania.
Kenya seeks Uganda's help to trace Njagi, Oyoo allegedly abducted in KampalaKenya· 2025-10-03
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi was arrested in Tanzania and later abandoned near the border.
Bobi Wine condemns abduction of Kenyan activists in UgandaKenya· 2025-10-02
Earlier this year, Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi was detained in Tanzania and held incommunicado for days.
Kenyan activists abducted in Uganda, Bobi Wine saysUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-02
Boniface Mwangi is mentioned as a Kenyan activist who faced similar issues with arrest and border dumping.
Activists Bob Njagi, Nicholas Oyoo reportedly abducted in UgandaKenya· 2025-10-01Boniface Mwangi is an activist who is part of the movement seeking to address Kenya's political issues.
The five men who can deliver Kenya from politics of despairKenya· 2025-09-24
Boniface Mwangi is an activist who is part of the movement seeking to address Kenya's political issues.
These five men can deliver Kenya from politics of despairKenya· 2025-09-24Tundu Lissu plans to call Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi as a witness in his defence.
Tanzanian opposition leader, Lissu, wants top leaders to testify in treason caseTanzania· 2025-09-23
Boniface Mwangi was driven to an unknown location, stripped naked, beaten by state security officers.
African states silence dissenting voices through enforced disappearances – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-09-09
Boniface Mwangi is a human rights activist and former photojournalist who announced his presidential campaign to unseat President William Ruto.
A president under siege – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-09-06
Boniface Mwangi is highlighted as a potential candidate for the presidency of Kenya.
Erik Esbjörnsson: Boniface Mwangi rider på Generation Z:s missnöje
Sweden· 2025-08-29
Boniface Mwangi announced Wednesday he would run for president in 2027.
Activist Boniface Mwangi declares 2027 presidential bidKenya· 2025-08-27Boniface Mwangi is a long-standing critic of President Ruto and was detained in Tanzania while attending a trial.
Weaponising the feed: Inside Kenya's online war against activistsKenya· 2025-08-21
Mandela’s inspirational legacy continues to inspire many emerging young African leaders such as Boniface Mwangi in advancing human rights, freedom and democracy in Kenya.
Nelson Mandela’s legacy is now our responsibility – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-07-31
Prominent Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi, along with Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire, went missing and were later reported to have been tortured and sexually mistreated.
Tanzania's ban on foreigners operating small businesses sparks Kenya backlashUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-30
Boniface Mwangi is a rights activist whose song was sung by family and friends outside the police station.
Utawala hitmaker Juliani says youth already successful in pushing changeKenya· 2025-07-27
Boniface Mwangi is an activist linked to a similar abduction incident in Tanzania.
Lobby groups demand immediate release of activist Mwabili MwagodiKenya· 2025-07-26
Boniface Mwangi was released on a personal bond over alleged possession of ammunition and tear gas canisters.
Murkomen accuses LSK of defending 'criminals'Kenya· 2025-07-23
Boniface Mwangi had terrorism charges dropped against him and was instead charged with illegal possession of ammunition.
Experts: Misuse of terrorism charges hurting justice system, suspectsKenya· 2025-07-23
