KNCHR abductions Stories

President Ruto: Independent bodies must probe and prosecute those behind wave of abductions
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 04, 2025

Ruto said Kenya's allies and partners are watching the events happening and expressing concern over the ongoing talks over abductions and other issues...

African Union asks Ruto's administration to end abductions
Barack Oduor  |  Dec 31, 2024

The continental body clarified that, at this stage, it is not making any conclusive judgements but reminded Ruto's government that enforced disappeara...

US demands end to abductions in Kenya, says rule of law should be respected
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 31, 2024

According to human rights groups, dozens of Kenyans have been abducted in recent months, with many blaming the country’s police and intelligence servi...

KNCHR slams police for violence on anti-abduction protesters, vows to take action
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 31, 2024

In a statement, KNCHR condemned the violent dispersal of demonstrators by police, terming the actions unnecessary and disproportionate.

What about us? - Kenyans slam Ruto for mourning abroad while abductions rise at home
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 29, 2024

Many accused him of failing to address domestic concerns, particularly the wave of abductions that has gripped the nation in recent months.

I sympathise with the great people of Kenya – Bobi Wine
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

Wine, who has long been an outspoken critic of Uganda's ruling government, cautioned Kenyans that the country's democratic gains were under threat.

Murkomen warns against social media misuse, defends police over abduction claims
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

The Interior CS linked social media misuse to the broader issues affecting communities and urged Kenyans to embrace positive values.

Abductions highlight growing conflict between freedom of expression and state authority
Erick Kariuki  |  Dec 28, 2024

The abductions not only rob families of their loved ones but also erode the trust in institutions meant to protect us.

KNCHR raises alarm over 82 abductions in six months, calls for justice for victims
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 26, 2024

KNCHR revealed that many of the abductions are carried out by unidentified armed individuals, often targeting vocal dissidents, particularly those act...

Kenya faces gloomy human rights record with 1,300 arbitrary arrests documented, surge in femicide
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 20, 2024

The grim statistics were further exacerbated by the shocking discovery of 448 bodies in Shakahola, a stark violation of the right to life.

Human rights commission condemns Kizza Besigye's alleged abduction in Nairobi
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 20, 2024

Besigye had visited Nairobi to attend NARC-Kenya leader Martha Karua's book launch in Nairobi on Sunday evening.

Kenya achieves major milestones in disability inclusion and access to justice
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 15, 2024

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has been at the forefront of this progress, broadening its focus on disability issues.

Northern Rangelands Trust cited for rights violations as KNCHR holds public inquiry in Isiolo
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jul 30, 2024

The organisation has claimed the accusations were a scheme by rivals to malign its name

Police reforms group demands competitive process for new IG appointment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 17, 2024

PRWG-K noted that the next Inspector General must meet the key qualifications outlined in section 11 of the National Police Service Act.

One killed as Kenyan anti-government protests intensify again
Reuters  |  Jul 16, 2024

A Reuters reporter saw the body of one protester lying on the ground with blood oozing from a head wound. The national police spokesperson declined to...

CJ Koome condemns use of excessive force during anti-finance bill protests
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 02, 2024

Koome noted that those who were injured and lost their lives were mainly young people whose lives were cut short before they could realise their full...

KNCHR reports 39 deaths, 32 forced disappearances during anti-tax demos
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 01, 2024

On the issue of abductions and arbitrary arrests, the commission cited 32 reported cases of enforced or involuntary disappearances and 627 arrests.

Lobby demands arrest of IG Koome, DCI boss Amin over atrocities during protests
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jun 28, 2024

Drawing reference to his address after Tuesday's deadly protests, PRWG-K claimed that by alleging that only six people lost their lives, President Rut...

KNCHR steps in to assist Mombasa's urban refugees over access to essential services
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 15, 2024

This initiative follows a session where refugees voiced significant concerns about their rights and access to services such as banking services, M-Pes...

Doctors' strike: KNCHR asks state to ensure talks, end threats
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 15, 2024

The rights body is pushing for talks to end the strike and wants the immediate end of threats by the government.