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The Kenya Air Force Coup of 1982
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Episode The Kenya Air Force Coup of 1982
On August 1, 1982, a group of Kenyan air force officers stormed the National Assembly in Nairobi, attempting to overthrow President Daniel arap Moi. This episode explores the tense hours of that day, from the initial ambush on the aircraft carrier Mwanza to the chaotic negotiations at Uhuru Park and the subsequent brutal crackdown. We examine how Chris Okutoy and his fellow conspirators planned the rebellion, the role of Cold War paranoia in the government’s response, and the long-term impact on Kenya’s political landscape. Through the eyes of survivors and historical records, we uncover a moment when the young nation nearly fractured, revealing the fragility of post-colonial power structures and the heavy price of dissent.
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