The High Court has ruled that President William Ruto lacks constitutional authority to establish a body tasked with advising on victim compensation, confirming that the responsibility rests solely with the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR). In its judgment, the court directed that the contested report be submitted to…
A new report by Amnesty International has accused the Kenyan government of deploying digital tools to suppress public dissent during the 2024–2025 Gen Z–led demonstrations. The protests, which were largely driven by opposition to the Finance Bill, reportedly resulted in 128 deaths, 83 enforced disappearances, and more than 3,000 arbitrary…
A family in Turuini village, Gatundu North, Kiambu County, is calling for justice after their 17-year-old son was brutally tortured and burned in a disturbing assault allegedly involving a police officer and local farm workers. The victim, Onesmus Kariuki, sustained severe burns and injuries after being accused of stealing two…
Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of several mourners during the public viewing of the late Raila Odinga’s body at Kasarani and Nyayo stadiums, describing the fatalities as “needless and deeply unfortunate.” Autopsy reports have confirmed that the victims, who were among…
The High Court in Kerugoya has extended conservatory orders suspending the implementation of Gazette Notice No. 12002 of August 25, 2025, which created a presidential panel of experts to design a compensation framework for victims of demonstrations, protests, and riots. Justice Edward Muriithi, on Monday, ruled that the orders remain…
Kenya’s opposition leaders are raising serious concerns over the planned disposal of 295 unidentified bodies currently held at the Nairobi Funeral Home (formerly City Mortuary). The bodies, some believed to be victims of police brutality during anti-government protests, have reignited political tensions and calls for justice. In a strongly worded…