Police use teargas to disperse Mathare protesters over alleged abduction of businessman - June 2026

Police in Mathare used teargas to disperse protesters for the second day on Saturday, demanding answers regarding the alleged abduction of businessman and politician Joel Kariuki. Residents of Mathare are demanding answers after a local businessman was reportedly seized by unknown men, sparking concern and calls for swift action from authorities. A family in Nairobi's Mathare area is seeking answers from the government regarding the disappearance of Joel Kariuki, who they allege was abducted by suspected police officers. A new report indicates a concerning rise in police-involved killings in Kenya, with 49 people shot dead by police between January and May.

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