Kaguchia accuses govt of targeting journalists after Alex Kiprotich’s ordeal
Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia has criticised the government over the abduction and assault of journalists, warning that attacks on media practitioners threaten press freedom and the public’s right to information. Speaking during a television interview on Thursday, September 3, 2026, Kaguchia said unconstitutional actions must be challenged regardless of political affiliations, questioning how a…
Kaguchia criticizes government over journalist abduction, urging challenge to unconstitutional actions
Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia has vehemently criticized the government for its role in the abduction and assault of journalists, warning that such attacks pose a threat to press freedom and the public's right to information. Speaking during an interview on September 3, 2026, Kaguchia questioned the government's defense of the broad-based government while a media editor like Kiprotich is abducted.
His remarks come amid growing public concern over the incident, with police stating they have not been involved and are investigating the case.
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