- Musalia Mudavadi announces diplomatic efforts to help over 1,000 Kenyans facing execution or long-term imprisonment abroad.
- Stephen Munyakho, freed from death row in Saudi Arabia, expresses gratitude to the government and Kenyans for their support.
- Mudavadi praises the national unity that rallied behind Munyakho’s release.
- The case reignites calls for stronger labour protections and legal support for Kenyans working overseas, particularly in the Gulf region.
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has revealed that the government is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to secure the release of over 1,000 Kenyans currently facing the death penalty or long-term imprisonment in foreign countries.
Diplomatic Push for the Safety of Kenyans Abroad
Mudavadi’s Statement: During a meeting with Stephen Munyakho, a Kenyan recently freed from death row in Saudi Arabia, Mudavadi reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to defending Kenyans abroad.
The Scale of the Issue: “We have about 1,000 Kenyans facing incarceration in different countries,” Mudavadi stated. The government’s embassies and missions are working relentlessly to help these individuals, despite the challenges.
Persistence in Diplomacy: Mudavadi emphasised that while success is not always guaranteed, the government never stops its diplomatic efforts to protect its citizens.
Munyakho’s Gratitude: Munyakho, who was freed earlier this month, thanked the Kenyan people and President William Ruto for their instrumental role in securing his release from Saudi Arabia’s death row.
Emotional Acknowledgement: “Your contributions never went unnoticed. I feel indebted,” Munyakho said, deeply moved by the efforts of his countrymen.
Mudavadi’s Praise for Kenyans’ Support: The Prime Cabinet Secretary praised the national unity that helped bring Munyakho back home. “Kenyans stood by him not because of what he did or didn’t do, but because he is Kenyan,” Mudavadi remarked, highlighting the collective spirit of support for fellow citizens.
Reigniting Discussions: Munyakho’s release has sparked renewed calls for stronger labour protections and legal support systems for Kenyans working abroad, especially in the Gulf region, where many workers face harsh conditions and legal challenges.
