Kenya’s information crackdown and legal backlash intensify political tensions amid nationwide protests Kenyan authorities blocked Telegram and terminated live broadcasts by major TV networks to suppress anti-government protests. Communications Authority cited “public order” concerns but faced legal challenges over jurisdictional overreach. Protesters pivoted to social media platforms, fueling accusations of authoritarian censorship. Civil society and foreign missions condemned the actions as unconstitutional erosion of democratic rights. Media groups threaten landmark litigation to challenge the government’s digital censorship tactics. Earlier this week, the Kenyan government escalated its efforts to quash dissent by abruptly shutting down leading television broadcasters—including KTN News, NTV and Citizen TV—and blocking…