Kalonzo warns of rising goonism, political pressure on churches

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Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a church service at the Salvation Army Church, Tala, Machakos on August 30, 2026. [John Muia, Standard]

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has raised concerns over what he described as growing goonism and excessive use of force by security agencies.

Kalonzo also pointed to the increasing political pressure on religious institutions, warning that Kenya risks drifting away from democratic principles.

Speaking during a church service at the Salvation Army Church in Tala, Matungulu Constituency, Machakos County, Kalonzo praised the church for maintaining its independence and integrity despite what he termed efforts by the government to compromise some church leaders.