A group of prominent Kenyan lawyers and activists, including Dr. Willy Mutunga and Martha Karua, has filed a petition against the government of Tanzania at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) over unlawful detention and deportation.

• The petitioners claim their rights were violated when they were barred from entering Tanzania on May 18-19, 2025.
• Key organizations involved include the East Africa Law Society (EALS) and the Pan African Lawyers Union.
• They seek compensation for mental anguish, a public apology, and removal of “refused entry” stamps from their passports.