Kenya criticizes foreign powers for internal affairs interference
Kenya calls out foreign powers for making unsubstantiated claims on ongoing anti-government protests by Azimio
Kenya calls out foreign powers for making unsubstantiated claims on ongoing anti-government protests by Azimio.
Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary (CS) Alfred Mutua on July 19 criticized foreign governments for what he called inaccurate reporting on the situation in Kenya.
In a news release, Mutua observed that international organizations were making allegations against the Kenyan government’s handling of protests without any supporting evidence.
He took offense in particular with a letter from the UN Human Rights Office dated July 14, 2023, which said that up to 23 people may have died and several more may have been hurt during anti-government protests.
“Where are the 23 people? Give me their names. When you say police are using excessive force, show me them doing so,” he challenged the UN.
He further noted that police officers had shown great restraint as protestors caused mayhem and destruction of property.
“Did you see police shooting anyone?” he posed adding that those who engaged in criminal activities would face the law.
Mutua in his continued criticism of the UN body accused them of penning a false letter riddled with misinformation.
“We do not want people being used to spreading propaganda by few people who do not want peace,” the CS told the diplomatic community.
The UN had asked the Kenyan government to offer protection to protestors who were airing their grievances instead of clamping down on them.
“We call for prompt, thorough, independent, and transparent investigations into the deaths and injuries.
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“Those responsible must be held to account. Effective measures to prevent further deaths and injuries must be adopted,” the letter from the UN read in part.
The Foreign Affairs CS further dismissed that foreign embassies would engage in a mediation process between President William Ruto and Azimio Leader Raila Odinga.
Mutua remarking on a letter signed by 13 ambassadors and High Commissioners on Tuesday, July 18, recommending mediation between Ruto and Raila noted that the letter meant they were monitoring the situation in Kenya.
“We urge all parties to table their concerns through meaningful dialogue and resolve their differences peacefully to build the nation together, ensuring no further loss of life,” the letter signed by the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom and other foreign powers read in part.
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