A fresh wave of concern has emerged following the deadly Saba Saba protests held across Kenya on July 7, as contrasting accounts from the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) and the National Police Service (NPS) reveal a sharp divergence in casualty figures and narratives.
By 7 pm on July 8, KNCHR had documented 31 fatalities, 107 injuries, two cases of enforced disappearance, and 532 arrests.
In a statement issued Tuesday evening, the commission also noted widespread destruction of property, though the value of the damage remains unconfirmed.
Describing the findings as deeply troubling, KNCHR vice chairperson Raymond Nyeris said the commission was “actively monitoring and following up on all reports and incidents related to the protests.”
