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NCIC wants stringent penalties for hatemongers

National Cohesion and Integration Commission chairman Francis ole Kaparo PHOTO:COURTESY

National Cohesion and Integration Commission has proposed tougher penalties for those engaging in hate speech and incitement to violence.

 In proposed amendments before Parliament for over two years, the commission also wants timelines for handling cases clearly stipulated.

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