US issues statement after police teargas and arrest anti-femicide protesters
The US Embassy has expressed regret over teargassing and arrest of protesters during the EndFemicide match on Tuesday
The US Embassy has expressed regret over teargassing and arrest of protesters during the EndFemicide match on Tuesday.
In a statement on Wednesday, December 11, the embassy noted that the police action against Kenyans exercising their rights to assemble was concerning.
“Regrettable and concerning to see police action against Kenyans exercising their constitutional rights to assemble and protest peacefully.
On #InternationalHumanRightsDay and every day, the United States supports efforts to #EndFemicideKE and protect the human rights of all people,” the statement read.
On December 10, 2024, protests against femicide in Kenya were met with police violence, including tear gas and arrests.
Demonstrators gathered in Nairobi and other parts of the country to demand action against rising gender-based violence.
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However, as they marched towards parliament, police dispersed the crowd, leading to injuries and arrests, including Amnesty International’s Kenya director Houghton Irungu.
Amnesty International and the Law Society of Kenya released a joint statement condemning the police actions, saying they undermine the rule of law and perpetuate violence against women.
“This protest was a courageous stand against the killing of women, a demand for agency in investigating these murders, and a call for the perpetrators to be held accountable. It is a vital exercise for the constitutionally guaranteed rights to assemble, demonstrate, and petition, as outlined in Article 37 of the Kenyan constitution.
“The violent response by police, including the arrest of these peaceful protesters, is a direct attack on Kenya’s democratic principles and the human rights of its citizens,” the statement read in part.
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