‘Keep working with us to build a better world,’ Guterres says, as major UN civil society forum closes in Kenya

‘Keep working with us to build a better world,’ Guterres says, as major UN civil society forum closes in Kenya

At the closing session of the 2024 United Nations Civil Society Conference in the Kenyan capital, Secretary-General António Guterres and President William Ruto praised the efforts of civil society and underscored their “indispensable contributions.”  In his address, Mr. Guterres said time and again he had witnessed the enormous impact of civil society in every corner…

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Ugandan athlete killed in Kenya

Ugandan athlete killed in Kenya

Benjamin Kaplagt— File photo Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat was found dead in Kenya. According to foreign media, 34-year-old Benjamin Kiplagat was killed by stabbing his neck, his body was found in the car. According to reports, Kenyan-born Benjamin Kiplagat has represented Uganda in several Olympic events and championships. According to foreign media, Benjamin Kiplagat went…

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Kenya: OHCHR ‘very concerned’ over disproportionate use of force against protesters

Kenya: OHCHR ‘very concerned’ over disproportionate use of force against protesters

The demonstrations began over what many Kenyans view as unfair tax hikes and rising inflation in the country, according to news reports. OHCHR Spokesperson Jeremy Laurance issued a statement condemning the violence, expressing concern over “allegations of unnecessary or disproportionate use of force, including the use of firearms, by police”. Reports estimate the number of people…

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