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Kenya’s Blood Parliament: Censoring the BBC’s Film on Police Violence

On a recent Monday, the BBC made a striking announcement: a scheduled screening in Nairobi of a documentary detailing the intense scrutiny of security forces accused of brutal actions against protesters was abruptly canceled due to pressure from the Kenyan government. This revelation has sparked renewed discussions about freedom of the press and the ongoing struggle for justice in the country. Last year, Kenya witnessed a fierce clampdown on youth-led protests initiated in response to increasing tax rates. Heavy-handed…

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