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Failed DRC Mediation Highlights Kenya-Congo Tensions

A virtual summit mediated by Kenyan President William Ruto to address the conflict between the DRC and the M23 rebels, lacking the participation of Congolese President Tshisekedi, ended without significant progress due to strained relations and a lack of impartial facilitation.

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Kenya: Dozens Arrested Amid Protests Over Alleged Abductions

Dozens of protesters, including opposition figures, were arrested in Kenya on Monday during anti-government demonstrations against alleged abductions of critics, prompting condemnation from human rights groups who reported police brutality and denial of legal representation; a High Court directive o...

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Kenya: At Least 82 Government Critics Abducted Since June

Since June, at least 82 critics of Kenya's government have been abducted, with 29 still missing, raising concerns about human rights abuses amid rising resentment towards President William Ruto's administration following anti-government protests.

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Kenya's President Loses Church Support Amidst Tax Hikes

Kenya's President William Ruto faces growing criticism from religious leaders and the public due to his government's unpopular tax policies.

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Kenyan President Admits to Security Force Abuses Amidst Ongoing Disappearances

Kenyan President William Ruto admitted to security forces' excessive actions following protests over disappearances, mostly of young men who criticized him online; at least 29 of 82 people who disappeared since June remain missing, despite a court order for the release of five.

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Kenya: Tear Gas Used Against Protestors Amidst Alleged Government Abductions

Kenyan police used tear gas to quell protests in Nairobi on Monday against alleged government abductions of critics; at least 11 protestors were detained, including opposition lawmaker Okiya Omtatah, amid reports of 82 such abductions since June, prompting concerns about a return to authoritarian ru...

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Meru Community Accuses Ruto's Administration of Sidelining Them After 2022 Election Support

Former Kenyan Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi accuses President William Ruto's administration of sidelining the Meru community in key appointments despite their 800,000 votes in the 2022 elections, sparking discontent and raising questions about political inclusivity.

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