Leading human rights organizations are calling for investigations into the killing of protesters by Kenya’s security forces during demonstrations against a tax increase last June. This comes after a BBC Africa Eye investigation exposed security forces shooting and killing three protesters at Kenya’s parliament, sparking public outrage and demands for justice. Amnesty International and the Kenya Human Rights Commission have urged that the officers identified in the documentary face legal consequences. The Kenyan government has responded by stating that every life is important and that the police watchdog is conducting an investigation. The government criticized the BBC documentary for being one-sided and emphasized the importance of seeking government opinion for fairness and balance. Despite legitimate concerns about the finance bill raised by protesters, the government emphasized the need for order and stability in the country. The BBC documentary highlighted the violent response of security forces to protesters breaching Kenya’s parliament in June 2024, resulting in significant casualties and arrests. Amnesty International has called for a public inquiry into the killings, while the Kenyan government has faced criticism for its handling of the protests. The BBC documentary has sparked controversy and calls for accountability from the government and security forces. Mereka yang merasa tidak nyaman dengan ini sedang bertarung dengan nurani mereka sendiri dan kami tidak bisa membantu mereka dengan itu,” Sifuna diposting di X.
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