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February 23, 2026
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Human rights crusader Mugambi Kiai dies after battle with kidney failure

Human rights crusader Mugambi Kiai dies after battle with kidney failure

Human rights defender Mugambi Kiai dies after battle with kidney failure, family confirms; he was brother to former KNCHR boss Maina Kiai...

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Renowned human rights lawyer and activist Mugambi Kiai has passed away after a prolonged battle with kidney failure.

  • He died Monday morning due to complications from kidney failure.
  • Mugambi Kiai was the former Regional Director for Eastern Africa at ARTICLE 19.
  • He underwent a kidney transplant in March of last year, but faced ongoing complications.

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