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Baby Sagini tragedy shows the fear, hate and isolation our families suffer

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From left; Baby Sagini's cousin Alex Maina, aunt Pacificah Nyakerario and grandmother Rachael Nyakerario at Kisii Law Courts July 24, 2023. [Sammy Omingo, Standard]

Public reaction to the sentencing of Baby Sagini's cousin, grandmother, and aunt this week seems muffled in contrast to the widespread horror expressed seven months ago.

Seeking justice is often a long process. Distracted by our own daily challenges, we often miss the all-important end to a chapter of injustice that once deeply disturbed us.

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