Source: TwitterThe US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the powerful nation believed all sides should participate peacefully in the democratic process. In a hard hitting statement on Thursday, October 8, Pompeo sent a tough warning to African leaders over political intimidation of opponents. "The right to peaceful assembly and freedom of expression and association are at the heart of a functioning democracy. "We will watch closely the actions of individuals who interfere in the democratic process and will not hesitate to consider consequences – including visa restrictions – for those responsible for election-related violence. The DP was scheduled to meet a group of women and boda boda operators at Kebirigo High School for an empowerment programme.

Source: Daily Nation October 09, 2020 09:14 UTC