11 h. ago U.S. Report Links Ruto Govt to Unlawful Killings, Disappearances, and Journalist Attacks

The United States government has pointed out multiple human rights violations in Kenya in 2024, including reports of unlawful killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and curbs on media freedoms. In its latest Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, the US Department of State accuses President William Ruto’s administration of several abuses in the “Gen Z” youth-led protests of June and July 2024, which erupted over proposed tax hikes. “Kenya experienced a deterioration in the human rights situation during the year,” the report says. “In response to nationwide protests in June and July, authorities reportedly committed numerous abuses, including unlawful killings, physical The post U.S. Report Links Ruto Govt to Unlawful Killings, Disappearances, and Journalist Attacks appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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25 h. ago Court slaps Pumwani Hospital with Sh7.5mn payout for violating woman’s rights in botched delivery case

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 13 – The High Court has ordered Pumwani Maternity Hospital to pay Sh 7.5 million in compensation to a woman whose baby died, and uterus was removed following what the court ruled was gross medical negligence during childbirth. Justice Lawrence Mugambi, sitting at the Milimani High Court, found that the hospital’s mishandling […] The post Court slaps Pumwani Hospital with Sh7.5mn payout for violating woman’s rights in botched delivery case appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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29 h. ago US report raises alarm over deterioration of human rights in Kenya

US report raises alarm over deterioration of human rights in Kenya  The Eastleigh Voice

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35 h. ago Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting

President William Ruto’s pick for Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), Duncan Oburu Ojwang’, has declined the appointment, just days after his nomination reached Parliament for vetting. In a formal letter to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang’ cited personal reasons and a potential conflict of interest for stepping down. His decision has forced the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee to suspend its scheduled vetting, with the appointing authority now tasked with finding a new nominee for the influential human rights watchdog. Addressing legislators on Tuesday, Speaker Wetang’ula confirmed he had received Ojwang’s withdrawal letter. He The post Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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42 h. ago Kenya's CHAN 2024 quarterfinal hosting rights at risk over fan riot

Kenya's CHAN 2024 quarterfinal hosting rights at risk over fan riot  MSN

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53 h. ago KHRC protests ‘militarised’ Del Monte operations after twin murders

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 13 – The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has condemned what it terms the “militarisation” of security operations at Del Monte pineapple plantations. The rights agency expressed concern over the situation following the killing of two men in four days in incidents involving police and G4S guards contracted by the company. In […] The post KHRC protests ‘militarised’ Del Monte operations after twin murders appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 d. ago Kenya Faces Human Rights Scrutiny Over Violent Crackdown on Protesters

Kenya Faces Human Rights Scrutiny Over Violent Crackdown on Protesters  DNE Africa

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7 d. ago Kenya’s gig economy experiencing explosive growth, but digital rights risks persist

Kenya’s gig economy experiencing explosive growth, but digital rights risks persist - BAKE  The Eastleigh Voice

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7 d. ago Rights groups call for total break up of Kenya police in response to widespread corruption

Rights groups call for total break up of Kenya police in response to widespread corruption  JURIST Legal News

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8 d. ago Ruto Slams ‘Merchants of Doom’ Demanding Hustler Fund Shutdown

President William Ruto has dismissed calls by the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) to disband the Hustler Fund, defending it as a successful initiative. Speaking during a Presidential Private Sector Roundtable in Nairobi, Ruto praised the fund’s impact since its launch in November 2022, emphasizing the significant amount of money disbursed over the past three years. “Our critics – the naysayers, the perpetual pessimists, the chorus that never sees anything working in Kenya would have you believe that the Hustler Fund is a total failure,” the President said. His remarks came in response to a recent KHRC report titled Failing The post Ruto Slams ‘Merchants of Doom’ Demanding Hustler Fund Shutdown appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago Ruto nominates Duncan Ojwang’ to chair Kenya Human Rights Commission

Ruto nominates Duncan Ojwang’ to chair Kenya Human Rights Commission  The Eastleigh Voice

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9 d. ago ‘Who Defends the 9M Hustlers?’ Govt Rebukes KHRC’s Call to Scrap Hustler Fund

The Ministry of Cooperatives and MSMEs Development has rejected a report by the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) that calls for the scrapping of the Hustler Fund. In a statement issued on Monday, August 4, Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya dismissed the report as misleading, lacking professionalism, and driven by political bias. “Our attention has been drawn to a report widely published by the Kenya Human Rights Commission claiming the failure of the Hustler Fund, drawing conclusions that are politically veiled. The title of the report explicitly betrays the whole purpose of the study,” the statement read. Oparanya defended the fund’s The post ‘Who Defends the 9M Hustlers?’ Govt Rebukes KHRC’s Call to Scrap Hustler Fund appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Hustler Fund riddled with flaws, says Kenya Human Rights Commission

Hustler Fund riddled with flaws, says Kenya Human Rights Commission  Daily Nation

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1 week ago “I Am All of Them”: Ruto Compares Himself to Kenya’s Four Past Presidents

President William Ruto insists he is the right man for the job, declaring that he possesses the right mix of experience, education, and resolve to usher Kenya into a new chapter of growth and transformation. During a meeting with leaders from Tharaka-Nithi County at State House, Nairobi, Ruto dismissed his critics and doubled down on his promise to deliver on the country’s top priorities. He highlighted his long track record in public service, academic background, and intimate grasp of Kenya’s challenges as reasons he’s best suited to lead. “I have enough experience. I have been an MP for 15 years and The post “I Am All of Them”: Ruto Compares Himself to Kenya’s Four Past Presidents appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Trailblazer for women’s rights in Kenya remembered by family in Wake County

Trailblazer for women’s rights in Kenya remembered by family in Wake County  CBS 17

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3 w. ago Kenya rights activist freed on bail, charged with unlawful possession of ammunition

Kenya rights activist freed on bail, charged with unlawful possession of ammunition  Reuters

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3 w. ago Recalling MPs: A Constitutional Right Trapped in legal Deadlock

NAIROBI, Kenya Jul 20 -The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has received four petitions seeking to recall Members of Parliament, a constitutional move that is now being tested by a frustrated electorate amid fallout from the current regime. Following the controversial Finance Bill 2024, which sparked national protests and a widespread sense of betrayal, […] The post Recalling MPs: A Constitutional Right Trapped in legal Deadlock appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago KENYA: On Sea Sunday, Prelate Urges Dignity and Rights for Seafarers

KENYA: On Sea Sunday, Prelate Urges Dignity and Rights for Seafarers  AMECEA

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3 w. ago Kenya: Call to end any form of harassment against the human rights defender and whistle blower Nelson Amenya

Kenya: Call to end any form of harassment against the human rights defender and whistle blower Nelson Amenya  World Organisation Against Torture | OMCT

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4 w. ago JSC Warns Against Doxxing Judges Over Bail Rulings For Protesters

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has strongly condemned what it calls a growing trend of public attacks and personal vilification directed at judges, especially in response to their bail and bond rulings. In a statement issued Thursday by JSC Secretary Winfridah Mokaya, the commission expressed deep concern over the backlash following recent court decisions made in Nanyuki and Kahawa. In Nanyuki, 111 individuals arrested in connection with the July 7 Saba Saba protests in Laikipia County were each granted a cash bail of Ksh 50,000. They had been charged with malicious damage to property, and reports indicate some were arrested The post JSC Warns Against Doxxing Judges Over Bail Rulings For Protesters appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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