Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr Fred Matiang’i speaks to residents of Luanda, Vihiga County, on July 3, 2025, during the united opposition’s western tour, where he criticized the government’s response to recent unrest. Matiang’i questioned the failure of state agencies to prevent violence. He said that the government has the wherewithal, including the National Intelligence Service, to prevent violence and stop those they claim are sponsoring the demonstrations.