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The Multiparty Era Reforms: Saba Saba, the Repeal of Section 2A and Kenya's Return to Political Pluralism
Between 1990 and 1992 Kenya moved from a one-party state to multiparty democracy. This article traces the Saba Saba protests, the repeal of Section 2A of the constitution, the rise and fracture of FORD, and the contested 1992 elections that opened Kenya's pluralist era.
Jul 02, 2026
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The 1982 Coup Attempt: Six Hours That Reshaped Kenya’s Political History
On 1 August 1982, junior Kenya Air Force servicemen seized radio and air bases in a bid to topple President Daniel arap Moi. The coup collapsed within hours but reshaped Kenyan politics, the military and the constitutional order for decades. This article examines what happened and why it mattered.
Jun 18, 2026
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