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In a statement marking the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the commission said enforced disappearance places individuals “outside the protection of the law” and exposes them to serious violations, including torture and ill-treatment.
The warning comes as social media assumes an increasingly important role in Kenya’s political discourse, with millions of citizens using online platforms to debate public affairs, scrutinise leaders, campaign and organise
The 2010 Constitution established devolution with the aim of promoting democratic and accountable government, public participation, equitable sharing of resources and greater access to services across the country
Mundubile was arrested on Thursday after a deadly raid by the authorities led the opposition politician to go into hiding.
Rights groups say the cases raise concerns about accountability within the country’s security agencies, with data from the Missing Voices Coalition showing that 19 cases of enforced disappearance and 69 police killings have been recorded in Kenya so far in 2026.
The government described the reported abuses as "crimes and serious violations of human rights and international humanitarian law committed against civilians" and accused M23 of continuing actions that have worsened the situation in areas under its control.
KUCO General Secretary and CEO Gibore Maroah said the union was informed about the arrest and later received reports that Wanjiru had been removed from the station.
The new office holder will take over from Bernard Mogesa and will serve for five years, with the possibility of one renewal. The position is based in Nairobi and comes with occasional travel, while the CEO will report directly to the Chairperson of KNCHR.
Speaking at the 16th anniversary Katiba Day Symposium at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi on Thursday, August 27, 2026, Ruto said the State could not honour the Constitution by ignoring allegations of unlawful arrests, forced disappearances and excessive use of lethal force
Kindiki said Kenya's constitutional identity recognises the country's cultural, ethnic, racial and religious diversity while requiring citizens to remain united as one sovereign nation
Byabagamba consistently rejected the accusations during the court proceedings. He maintained that the claims brought against him had been made up.
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Tuesday, Maliba said the 2010 Constitution already provides a clear picture of the country Kenyans want to build, including the values leaders should uphold and the rights citizens should enjoy