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KNCHR calls out IG Koome for threatening protesting doctors

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Kenya National Commission on Human Rights chairperson Roseline odede (right) with commissioner Prof. Marion Mutugi. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has called for the immediate cessation of threats against doctors who are protesting.

This follows a statement by the Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome asking police commanders to deal with doctors on strike 'firmly'.

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