A Thomson
Reuters Foundation report cautions that Kenya risks internet shutdowns and
media curbs ahead of the 2027 general election, much like the nationwide
blackout during 2024 protests that disrupted payments, health services, and
education.
Online voices demand no shutdowns, media gags, or vote manipulation, with posts invoking the 2010 Constitution fought for through struggle and warning of backlash against leaders nicknamed 'Kasongo.'
Graphics of a barbed-wired Kenya map and calls
for vigilance highlight fears of misinformation vacuums, while the report urges
telecom commitments to prevent disruptions.