UN, Finland condemn police brutality against Kenyan protesters

Anti-riot police officers rough up one of the Azimio la Umoja supporters during the anti-government protests in Mathare on July 19, 2023.[Collins Kweyu, Standard]

The United Nations and the Embassy of Finland have condemned the conduct of Kenyan police during recent nationwide protests demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, a teacher who died in police custody.

In a statement shared on X, UN Resident Coordinator Stephen Jackson said the scenes witnessed during the protests were "shocking", emphasising the need for accountability.