Casework
Police Abuse of Power
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Justice for Charles and Japheth
IJM Kenya secures freedom for Charles and Japheth after eight years of wrongful imprisonment. -
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High Court decision compensates survivors
Kenya’s High Court has awarded compensation to survivors and families affected by police violence during 2023 protests – bringing long‑awaited accountability and justice. -
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Justice delivered in police abuse of power case
Last week in Kenya, a police officer and a civilian were convicted of manslaughter for the brutal killing of Paul Mureithi – bringing long-awaited accountability and justice for his family. -
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First trial for crimes against humanity in Kenya
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#DelayedJustice in Kenya
On the 5 Year Anniversary of IJM Lawyer Willie Kimani's Death, we are as committed as ever to seeing justice for both the victims and the suspects of police abuse of power. Justice has been delayed for too long. -
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Survivors and Justice Centres unite to demand end to Police Brutality in Kenya
COVID-19 curfews have led to a surge in cases of police violence in Kenya. IJM and partners have recorded 23 possible deaths as a result of police brutality during the curfew period alone. IJM Kenya and others in the Police Reforms Working Group have released statements against this abuse and started monitoring cases. Activists and survivor networks across Kenya are advocating for an end to impunity for police violence. -
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