Rights defenders demand probe into alleged State attacks

Rights groups demand probe into alleged surveillance and office raids targeting TISA Executive Director and staff, citing state intimidation of human rights defenders...

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Human rights organizations are demanding a thorough investigation into alleged state-sponsored attacks targeting civic organizations and defenders, citing incidents of harassment, enforced disappearances, and arbitrary arrests.

Key organizations involved include The Institute for Social Accountability (TISA) and the Okoa Uchumi Campaign.
Demands are directed at the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and the Inspector General of Police.
An incident on July 2 involved suspected state security officers attempting to raid TISA's offices and demanding the surrender of their lawyer.

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