Human rights organization that has petitioned courts on parliamentary conduct and requested ICC monitoring of Kenya ahead of the 2027 election.
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Citizen Digital
… The constitutional petition, filed by Vocal Africa through lawyer Ian Mutiso Mbotela, argues that the two Speakers have breached the Constitution and various statutes by using the authority, prestige and influence of their offices to campaign for President William Ruto's re-elect …
Petition filed to block Wetangula, Kingi from political campaignsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 26 — Human rights organisation Vocal Africa has claimed that six activists arrested outside Parliament during Thursday’s Gen Z anniversary protests have disappeared, despite the release of more than 200 other demonstrators following court proceedings. …
Vocal Africa Alleges Six Activists Missing After Arrest During Gen Z ProtestThe Standard
… The government must respond to our demands and not merely receive the petition," said Walid Sketty of Vocal Africa. …
Armed officers escort protesters along the streetsThe Standard
… Speaking during an interview on KTN, Vocal Africa Executive Director Hussein Khalid said many of those arrested were peaceful Kenyans whose only intention was to commemorate those who were killed or injured during the 2024 protests."Most of those arrested either had Kenyan flags …
LSK, lobby groups condemn Gen Z second anniversary arrestsCapital News
… Vocal Africa Executive Director Hussein Khalid said the families and supporters of victims would not be satisfied with financial compensation alone, insisting that justice requires criminal accountability for officers responsible for protest-related deaths. …
Activists demand arrest of ‘killer cops’, formal June 25 holiday over 2024 Gen Z killingsThe Standard
… Vocal Africa’s Hussein Khalid insisted that their march on Thursday, June 25 was peaceful and that demonstrators had no intention of engaging in violence. …
'Stop threatening us,' human rights defenders tell policeCitizen Digital
… Remember, after the 2024 protests, people went missing and to this day remain unaccounted for — some buried in unmarked graves, just like in Mwingi," said Vocal Africa activist Brian Olang. …
Autopsy reveals signs of strangulation, stabbing in Kitui shallow grave victimsCapital News
… Rights organisation Vocal Africa described the fatal shooting as a dangerous escalation in tensions surrounding the proposed facility. …
UK demands response over British Army uniform in Nanyuki protest crackdownThe Standard
… t at the back and a bullet is lodge around his spine,” the mother said Adding,” the doctors have said if they hurriedly remove the bullet, his life could be ruined thus they must study how to do it, I am just praying that he comes out of danger because he is in pain,”Vocal Africa …
Families of MMU students shot by police seek for JusticeCapital News
… Rights organisation Vocal Africa said one demonstrator was killed after police opened fire during clashes with protesters. …
Protester shot dead, 19 arrested in Nanyuki Ebola facility protestsJustice Patricia Nyaundi found Inspector General Douglas Kanja in contempt of orders barring police from barricading roads without prior notice during the June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests in Nairobi. The ruling upholds constitutional rights to freedom of movement and holds the IG responsible for police compliance with court orders.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Patricia Nyaundi found Inspector General Douglas Kanja in contempt of orders barring police from barricading roads without prior notice during the June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests in Nairobi. The ruling upholds constitutional rights to freedom of movement and holds the IG responsible for police compliance with court orders.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
Human rights groups have demanded the arrest and prosecution of those behind the abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich, who was abducted by armed men on Tuesday along the Gilgil-Nakuru road and found safe on Wednesday morning near Masinga Dam. The Kenya Human Rights Commission, Amnesty Kenya and Defenders Coalition condemned the incident and called for an independent investigation, linking it to reports of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.
2 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan activists have vowed to stage nationwide demonstrations on September 3, 2026, demanding answers over the alleged illegal rendition of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and calling for his immediate release, medical evacuation, and a full inquiry into alleged cross-border repression.
1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ugandan and Kenyan activists blamed Kenya for opposition figure Kizza Besigye's plight, saying his abduction in November 2024 during a Kenya visit circumvented the country's Extradition Act. They called for an independent investigation and protests in Nairobi, with rights groups saying Besigye's health is deteriorating as he faces treason charges in Uganda.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →
An autopsy on 23-year-old Peter Kimani, allegedly shot by a police officer near Del Monte fence in Murang'a County on Saturday, found he died from a single penetrating gunshot wound to the chest that caused vascular and lung injuries leading to massive haemorrhage. A bullet fragment was recovered during the examination and handed to investigators.
28 August 2026 · The Standard →
Human rights organization VOCAL Africa has written to the International Criminal Court's Office of the Prosecutor seeking close observation of Kenya's deteriorating political and human rights situation ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing organized gang use at political gatherings, inflammatory rhetoric, attacks on journalists and protesters, and institutional failure as potential triggers for widespread violations.
19 August 2026 · Capital News →
Vocal Africa has written to the ICC's Office of the Prosecutor, warning that Kenya's political, security and human rights spheres are deteriorating ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing rising ethnic tensions, political incitement, goon mobilisation, and alleged police involvement in violence.
19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Vocal Africa has written to the International Criminal Court requesting it place Kenya under close observation ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing a deteriorating political, security and human rights situation and warning that current conditions could create circumstances for mass violence and international crimes, drawing parallels to the 2007-2008 post-election violence.
19 August 2026 · The Standard →
Human rights groups IMLU and VOCAL Africa documented 20 deaths in police custody from January to August 2026, with victims aged 25 to 64. Post-mortem examinations show 8 were hanged, 5 were beaten to death with fatal head injuries, and 5 died from untreated medical conditions.
14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Moreen Nduku, 44, was fatally shot by a police officer at Gikomba market on August 3; the bullet passed through her body and struck 16-year-old Abdala Lihan in the leg. The family alleges the bullet removed from the teenager has disappeared, and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority remains silent.
8 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 44-year-old woman, Maureen Nduku Nzwile, died at Kenyatta National Hospital after being shot during a police operation at Gikomba Market on Monday while officers responded to reports of phone snatchers. A 16-year-old was also injured in the incident, and the family has lodged a complaint with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority citing alleged irregularities including the disappearance of the bullet.
8 August 2026 · The Standard →
Eric Otieno, a boda boda operator, died after being arrested and detained at Muthaiga Police Station; an autopsy found he died from multiple abdominal injuries consistent with blunt force trauma. His family is demanding the arrest of officers allegedly involved and has called on the Independent Policing Oversight Authority to investigate what they describe as police brutality.
5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court in Nairobi struck out a case filed by Vocal Africa against Parliament speakers Moses Wetang'ula and Amason Kingi for openly campaigning for President William Ruto's second term bid, with Justice David Mburu ruling that the court could not entertain the case as it should first have been filed with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
24 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has struck out a petition by Vocal Africa seeking to bar National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi from political activities, ruling that the petitioners failed to exhaust statutory dispute resolution mechanisms under the Leadership and Integrity Act before filing the case.
23 July 2026 · Capital News →
Court of Appeal Judge Joel Ngugi has said that certified mediators can ease the backlog of cases by dispensing justice at the grassroots level, with justice no longer remaining the exclusive preserve of lawyers and courts. Addressing human rights activists being trained in community dispute mediation in Mombasa, Ngugi described mediators as "ministers of justice" and urged them to adopt a people-centred justice system.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs—called "goons"—for as little as 500 shillings ($4) per day to break up rival rallies and attack protesters, with a recent study revealing a rate card ranging from 500 shillings for local councillors to 1,000 shillings for members of parliament.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs for as little as $4 per day to break up rival rallies and attack protesters ahead of next year's elections, according to a Nairobi-based research firm. Goons, often drawn from impoverished communities, are increasingly employed in dozens or hundreds at a time, with police frequently turning a blind eye.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has certified as urgent a contempt application seeking to jail National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula for at least one month or fine him Sh725,017 for each political engagement for allegedly violating court orders issued on July 8, 2026, that restrained him from participating in partisan political campaigns.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has issued conservatory orders restraining Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula from using their offices to promote or oppose political parties, coalitions or candidates while serving as Speakers. The court barred them from using their office's authority, prestige, dignity, influence or privileges in partisan political campaigns pending hearing of the case.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has barred National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi from using their constitutional offices to organise, endorse, lead or participate in political campaigns. The conservatory orders remain in force pending determination of a constitutional petition filed by civil society organisation Vocal Africa, which argues that parliamentary Speakers must maintain political neutrality.
9 July 2026 · Capital News →
Vocal Africa has filed a petition seeking to bar National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi from participating in partisan political campaigns while serving as Speakers of Parliament.
9 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has issued conservatory orders barring National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi from using their constitutional offices' authority, prestige and influence to participate in partisan political campaigns pending a hearing on a constitutional petition filed by lobby group Vocal Africa.
9 July 2026 · The Standard →
A constitutional petition filed at Milimani Law Courts seeks to bar National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi from participating in partisan political campaigns while serving in their constitutional offices, arguing they have breached the Constitution by using their office authority and influence to campaign for President Ruto's re-election and promote Kenya Kwanza.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Human rights organisation Vocal Africa has alleged that five activists arrested outside Parliament during Thursday's Gen Z anniversary protests have disappeared, despite the release of more than 200 other demonstrators following court proceedings. The organisation identified the missing activists as Fredrick Ojiro, Colins Ochieng, Muteti Mulinge, Michael Ngige and Ochieng Alam, saying they were arrested in broad daylight while laying wreaths at barbed wire barricades outside Parliament.
26 June 2026 · Capital News →
Security officers from multiple agencies escorted protesters in Mombasa as they marched from a cathedral to regional police headquarters, demanding justice for those killed in 2024 violence and calling for accountability and compensation for survivors.
26 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya and civil society groups have condemned what they described as "collective" arrests during Thursday's Gen Z second anniversary protests, in which more than 350 people were arrested nationwide. LSK has deployed volunteer lawyers to offer free representation to those being charged in various courts.
26 June 2026 · The Standard →
Activists commemorating the June 25 Gen Z protests rejected compensation and demanded the arrest and prosecution of police officers implicated in demonstrators' deaths, along with a national memorial and formal government apology. The demands were made outside Parliament as activists, families of victims, and youth groups laid flowers for those killed during the 2024 anti-government protests.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Human rights defenders marching to Parliament in Nairobi on June 25 to commemorate Gen Z protesters killed in 2024 say they continue to face threats and intimidation from police. Activists in Mombasa also report police have warned them against protesting, claiming no notice was submitted, though they say commemorating is their constitutional right.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Postmortem examinations of remains recovered from Mwingi in Kitui County revealed eight victims, two strangled, one stabbed, and three with severe head injuries. The Government Pathologist said victims are believed to have died up to three months before discovery.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The British High Commission has demanded a government response after a viral photograph showed an armed officer wearing what appeared to be a British military jacket while arresting a protester during June 9 demonstrations in Nanyuki against a US-linked Ebola quarantine facility. The High Commission stated that no BATUK personnel were involved in policing the protests and that the British military uniforms had been "misappropriated."
11 June 2026 · Capital News →