IPOA reports 17 journalists assaulted by police while on duty in 2026

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The safety of journalists in Kenya has come under scrutiny after the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) reported that at least 17 journalists had lodged complaints over alleged police brutality while carrying out their duties in 2026. The concerns were raised during a media safety assessment meeting held in Nairobi, where journalists recounted incidents of […]


Author: Mabonga Makhanu
Source: People Daily

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