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September 2, 2026
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Meru journalists protest assault on Standard Group Editor and Meru journalist

Meru journalists protest assault on Standard Group Editor and Meru journalist

Meru journalists have staged protests over the alleged abduction of Standard Group editor Alex Kiprotich and assault of K24 reporter Nelson Mutwiri...

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Journalists in Meru town demonstrated on September 2, 2026, against the abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich and the assault on K24 Journalist Nelson Mutwiri.

  • Mr. Mutwiri was assaulted by county officers at the Meru County Revenue offices while seeking information for a story.
  • Mr. Kiprotich was abducted by armed individuals in Nakuru County and found dumped in Machakos.
  • The Meru Press Club, led by Chairman David Muchui, voiced concerns over rising attacks on press freedom as Kenya approaches the August 10, 2027 General Elections.

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