Veteran pro-democracy activist Wafula Buke has raised important concerns about the government's compensation framework for victims of recent anti-government protests. He argues that the proposed compensation amounts for families of those who lost their lives fall short, especially when compared to court awards given to survivors of torture during the
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Activist Lichuma Found Alive After Alleged Torture During Gen Zs Demos
Activist Davis Lichuma has been located at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) after being reported missing during the protests in Nairobi on June 25, 2026. Human rights organizations revealed that Lichuma was found in serious condition on Sunday evening, June 28, while undergoing treatment at the hospital. Activists expressed concern, noting
Orengo Condemns Police Brutality as Busia Death Toll Rises to Five
Siaya Governor James Orengo has condemned the excessive force used by police during recent protests in Busia County, noting that the death toll from Tuesday’s clashes has increased to five.On Saturday, May 23, 2026, Orengo shared on his X account that he visited the border town to support grieving families
KNCHR Identifies 1,224 Human Rights Victims Ahead of Reparations Framework Deadline
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has identified 1,224 victims of human rights violations, including those related to protests and demonstrations, as it races against a tight deadline to establish a national compensation and reparations framework.In a press statement released on April 1, 2026, the Commission announced that
Maanzo Accuses Police of Manhandling Raphael Tuju During Arrest
Senator Dan Maanzo has leveled serious accusations against police officers, alleging that they handled former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju with excessive force during his arrest on March 23, 2026. These allegations emerge amidst a series of events involving Tuju's sudden disappearance, his reemergence, and subsequent detention on charges of providing
Bishops Condemn Police Brutality, Warn Over Shrinking Civic Space
The Catholic Church has voiced significant concerns regarding ongoing human rights abuses perpetrated by the police, urging security personnel to honor the constitution. The Kenya Catholic Bishops Conference condemned violations of human dignity, highlighting the excessive force used against unarmed citizens, along with instances of harassment and arbitrary arrests. They
Kitengela Club Shooting Victim Dies as IPOA Probes Police Involvement
In a tragic development, one of the two victims from the Kitengela shooting incident at a local club has succumbed to his injuries in the hospital. Kevin Maseri passed away on Thursday morning after his condition worsened, prompting a transfer from Kajiado Referral Hospital to Metropolitan Hospital, according to police
No True Independence Without Justice — Khalid
Human rights advocate Hussein Khalid has stated that Kenya cannot genuinely celebrate its independence while individuals affected by the Gen Z protests are still awaiting fairness, disclosure, and restitution.Communicating via X on Friday, December 13, 2025, after the national Jamhuri Day festivities, the executive director of Vocal Africa opted to