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Originally published by Capital Newstop
September 28, 2025
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Rights league welcomes transfer of Baby Pendo case to Kisumu, decries delays
Despite this procedural victory, human rights advocates cautioned that the venue change is only a small step toward accountability, stressing that survivors continue to face major obstacles in their pursuit of justice. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The High Court in Nairobi has transferred the Baby Pendo case to Kisumu, where the brutal killing occurred during the 2017 post-election violence. While human rights groups welcome the move, they warn it's a small step towards accountability amidst significant delays.
- The case has been pending for three years and has not yet reached the trial stage.
- Amnesty International Kenya, Utu Wetu Trust, and the International Justice Mission are among the groups advocating for justice.
- Charges against eight of the twelve police officers initially implicated were dropped in May 2025.
- Concerns persist over the nearly three-year absence of accused officer Mohamed Baa, despite an active arrest warrant.
- Baby Samantha Pendo, a six-month-old infant, was fatally injured during a police crackdown in August 2017.
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