Kenya rights groups say protesters found dumped, tortured after arrests

Human rights groups in Kenya report that six activists were found tortured and abandoned after being arrested during a memorial protest. One individual remains missing, and the incident has sparked concerns regarding police conduct and the safety of protesters.
Why it matters
Highlights ongoing civil unrest and human rights concerns in Kenya, specifically regarding the treatment of political activists by security forces.
Six found and one missing, NGOs say, after arrests at memorial gatherings for protesters killed in 2024.
Focuses heavily on allegations of state-sponsored violence and the perspective of human rights NGOs.
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