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November 8, 2025
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Freed Activists Allege Torture During 38-Day Detention in Uganda

Freed Activists Allege Torture During 38-Day Detention in Uganda

The pair, both affiliated with regional civil society networks, disappeared in late September while undertaking advocacy work in Kampala. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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After being missing for 38 days in Uganda, activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo have been released and allege torture and inhumane treatment by the Ugandan military during their detention.

  • The activists stated they "had not eaten for some fourteen days" and endured physical and psychological abuse.
  • Both Njagi and Oyoo are affiliated with regional civil society networks and disappeared in late September while on advocacy work in Kampala.
  • Their release followed sustained diplomatic engagement led by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and support from human rights organizations including VOCAL Africa, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), and Amnesty International Kenya.

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