The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has recorded 31 deaths resulting from the July 7, Saba Saba Day protests.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, July 8, KNCHR Vice Chairperson Raymond Nyeris noted that 107 people suffered injuries as a result of the protests while 532 others were arrested.
The commission moreover documented two cases of enforced disappearances during the demos and the destruction of property of unknown value.
31 dead during the Saba Saba Day protests. Photo: Courtesy.
KNCHR went on to condemn the violation of human rights during the protests and called for accountability from police, civilians, and all other stakeholders.
This comes after the United Nations (UN) expressed concern over the killings witnessed during the Saba Saba Day protests.
In a statement, the UN also expressed concerns over the destruction of property and the use of force by security agencies.
“We are deeply troubled by the killings yesterday of at least 10 people, as well as looting and destruction of property in Kenya as police and other security forces responded to violent protests in the capital Nairobi, and at least 16 other counties. Lethal ammunition, rubber bullets, tear gas, and water cannons were used,” the statement read.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk called for accountability and respect for human rights.
