Kenya Kisumu Students Urge Boycott of Linda Mwanainchi Rally Over Safety and Academic Concerns Leaders drawn from various universities and colleges across the county said they would neither support nor participate in the political event. By CORRESPONDENT Published 44 minutes ago Share Tweet KISUMU, Kenya Apr 24 – Student leaders in Kisumu County have urged their colleagues to boycott the planned Linda Mwanainchi rally scheduled for Sunday, April 26 at Kowuor Grounds, citing safety concerns and the need to safeguard academic activities. Leaders drawn from various universities and colleges across the county said they would neither support nor participate in the political event. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp “As the students’ body committed to safeguarding the welfare and neutrality of learners, we do not support or endorse these events,” said student leader Shadrack Otieno. “We strongly urge all students to exercise caution and refrain from attending the said rally.” Kisumu Polytechnic student leader Silas Adem warned that students risk being drawn into activities that could compromise both their safety and academic progress. “We are not going to attend any political rally for whatever reason,” he said. “We want students to stay in their institutions, remain safe at all times and prioritize their education.” The student leaders further alleged attempts by some politicians to influence turnout by offering financial incentives to students—claims they firmly rejected. “We know there are political leaders trying to use students by giving them money to attend these rallies,” Adem added. “We are not going to allow that.” Meanwhile, residents from estates including Kondele, Manyatta, Nyalenda, Obunga and Car Wash echoed calls for calm and non-interference, insisting that peace and economic stability remain their priority. A Kondele resident, John Owino, said locals are focused on maintaining normalcy. “We want peace and our businesses to thrive. Do not interrupt peace,” he said. “Politicians should keep off and let people go on with their daily lives.” The appeal highlights growing concern among both students and residents over the potential disruption and security risks associated with political gatherings in the region. In this article: academic disruption Kenya , Car Wash Kisumu , college students Kisumu , featured , Kenya , Kenya political events , Kisumu County , Kisumu County news , Kisumu Rally , Kisumu students , Kondele Kisumu , Linda Mwanainchi rally , Manyatta Kisumu , Nyalenda Kisumu , Obunga Kisumu , political rally Kenya , safety concerns students Kenya , student boycott Kisumu , student leaders Kisumu , student politics Kenya , university students Kenya , youth and politics Kenya Comments Comments Popular BUDGET KRA Scraps Nil Returns, Introduces ‘PIN with No Obligation’ to Ease Compliance Burden Kenya Motorists Association Opposes Plan to Inspect Older Private Vehicles Kenya Ruto Pushes Back on Development Criticism in Northern Kenya Haiti Mission Chaos in Haiti as civilians attempt to block departure of Kenyan police officers Kenya KIM Campuses Shut Countrywide After TVET Crackdown on Unapproved Programs Kenya Transport Sector Demands Fuel Price Cap of Sh140 Diesel, Sh150 Petrol, Threatens Protests Kenya Ruto Explains Why Fuel Costs More in Kenya NATIONAL NEWS KDF graduates new infantry specialists to boost readiness DIPLOMACY Ruto heads to Italy for a 3-day state visit Advertisement Share Tweet More on Capital News Kenya Kenya Records 9 Fatal Road Accidents in 12 Hours, Police Traffic Report Reveals Six serious road accidents were reported, leaving 16 victims injured. CORRESPONDENT 7 minutes ago Kenya High Court Upholds Conviction of 3 Suspects in Sh17mn narcotics Trafficking Case The total seized narcotics included 303.2 kg and 268.9 kg of cannabis, according to valuation and analysis reports presented in court. CORRESPONDENT 15 minutes ago Kenya Two Tanzanians Rescued at Mombasa’s Bamburi Beach After Dri