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In a statement issued on January 8, the coalition highlighted a growing pattern of violence, restrictions on political participation, and heavy military involvement in what should be a civilian-led electoral process.
In a statement, Moi said he was deeply troubled by the recent outbreak of violence in Ang’ata Barikoi, in Transmara, which has seen dozens of homes set alight and people injured.
The group includes 14 men and one woman who US Immigration and Customs Enforcement notes were arrested in different states after being convicted of various offences, ranging from drunk driving to robbery. DHS says the list is meant to show individuals it considers a danger to public safety.
National Security Advisor Monica Juma led the reception and praised the team for representing the country with honour throughout the mission. She said the officers carried out their duties with professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility both to Kenya and to the people of Haiti.
According to the statement, the missions welcomed the government’s admission that understanding “the root causes and circumstances of the violence, including deaths, is a vital step towards justice and reconciliation.”
Suluhu said that some individuals used the protests to break into police stations and attack businesses, actions she said could not be ignored.
IEBC chairman Erastus Ethekon said the commission was working closely with security agencies to address disturbances and ensure order is restored swiftly in areas where incidents were recorded.
In Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, tensions rose after Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa accused United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate David Ndakwa of orchestrating an attack on DAP-K aspirant Seth Panyako. Wamalwa also alleged attempts to obstruct police operations at certain polling stations.
In a letter dated November 25, Gachagua claimed that state-sponsored militia, uniformed police officers and plain-clothes security agents harassed him and his supporters while he campaigned for a DCP candidate in Narok Town Ward.
The state had previously resisted declaring such a disaster but changed course after acknowledging “the persistent and immediate life-safety risks posed by ongoing acts of violence.” South Africa experiences extremely high levels of gender-based violence, with female homicide rates five times higher than the global average, according to UN Women.
Canada, Norway, and the United Kingdom indicated their continued engagement with Tanzanian authorities, expressing hope that dialogue and restraint will prevent further escalation. They stressed that safeguarding human rights and promoting trust in the political process are essential for long-term stability in the country.
The unrest follows violent scenes on Tuesday, when a Garda vehicle was set on fire amid hours of chaos. The demonstration initially began as a peaceful response to an alleged sexual assault of a young girl early Monday, but quickly escalated into disorder.