Nairobi, Kenya – A group of women took to the streets of Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Monday morning, donning sacks and singing hymns in a powerful demonstration against a wave of abductions in the country. The ongoing #EndAbductionsKE protests have gained momentum, drawing increased attention as police presence grows to manage the crowd.
The protests come amid recent reports of four abducted young Kenyans being reunited with their families. Families of Billy Mwangi, Peter Muteti, Bernard Kavuli, and Rony Kiplangat confirmed contact with their loved ones, with Mwangi and Muteti already physically reunited with their families.
Kiplangat, who was abducted in Nairobi, was later located in Machakos County, while Kavuli was found in Kitale after being taken from Ngong. Muteti, found in Nairobi CBD, was described by his family as disoriented and is currently recovering at home.
However, uncertainty still looms over the fate of cartoonist Kibet Bull, who remains missing. The family revealed they last received updates through Kibet’s brother, Rony Kiplangat, before his own abduction. Similarly, Steve Mbisi is still unaccounted for.
The disappearances are believed to be linked to social media posts critical of President William Ruto’s administration, raising further concerns over freedom of expression in Kenya.
As tensions escalate in the CBD, the protesters continue to demand answers and accountability from authorities regarding the safety of citizens.
