KHRC protests ‘militarised’ Del Monte operations after twin murders
The rights agency expressed concern over the situation following the killing of two men in four days in incidents involving police and G4S guards contracted by the company. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is protesting the “militarisation” of security at Del Monte pineapple plantations after two men died in separate incidents involving police and G4S guards within four days. The KHRC alleges a disturbing pattern of violence against locals.
- The latest victim, 30-year-old Stephen Marubu, was fatally shot during protests over the death of vegetable vendor Michael Muiruri.
- Muiruri, 31, died on August 8, 2025, after being hit by a G4S guard driving a Toyota Hilux (registration KBZ 441E).
- KHRC demands immediate arrest and prosecution of the G4S guard, full compensation for Muiruri’s family, and accountability for Del Monte and G4S.
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Following the killing of 40 fishermen in Todonyang, Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya confirmed the increased deployment of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel in Turkana East. The security measure was announced during an appearance before the National Assembly Defence Committee. Separately, the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is protesting the “militarisation” of security at Del Monte pineapple plantations after two men died in separate incidents involving police and G4S guards. The KHRC alleges a pattern of violence against locals. Concurrently, the United States' 2024 Kenya Human Rights Report has highlighted a deterioration in the country's rights situation, noting numerous violations including unlawful killings and arbitrary arrests during anti-Finance Bill protests.
