Written by Lisa Murimi
A group of Kenyans in Darwin, Australia, held a peaceful protest today, decrying the alarming rise in abductions in Kenya.
The demonstrators, armed with placards displaying the names of youth reported missing in December, urged President William Ruto to take immediate action to address the nation’s growing security concerns.
Chanting anti-government slogans, the protesters expressed solidarity with their compatriots in Kenya.
Videos shared online showcased their resolve to draw attention to the issue and support those affected.
The protest comes shortly after whistleblower Nelson Amenya, who exposed the controversial JKIA-Adani deal, called for similar demonstrations worldwide.
Amenya, speaking from Paris, encouraged Kenyans in the diaspora to organize #EndAbductionsKE protests, mirroring their efforts during the anti-Finance Bill demonstrations in mid-2024.
One protester in Australia voiced concerns about Kenya’s deteriorating security, economic instability, and rising unemployment.
“We worry about our families back home,” another said.
The group also appealed to Kenya’s High Commissioner to Australia, Dr. Wilson K. Arap Kogo, to support their cause.
Meanwhile, Kenya’s Director of Public Prosecutions has tasked police and oversight authorities with expediting investigations into the abductions, demanding detailed reports within three days.
