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Kenya's Ex-Justice Minister Deported From Tanzania Amid Trial Row

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  • #Crime & justice
  • #Kenya
  • #Politics
  • #Tanzania
Kenya's Ex-Justice Minister Deported From Tanzania Amid Trial Row
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MAY 19
Above: Martha Karua (R) speaks to journalists after she was deported back into the country from Tanzania, at the Jommo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi on May 18, 2025.  Image copyright: Simon Maina/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
story last updated MAY 19

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Pro-government narrative

These deportations were necessary security measures to maintain order during sensitive political proceedings. Tanzania has sovereign authority to determine who enters its territory and must protect its judicial processes from external interference. The government remains committed to respecting human rights while ensuring stability ahead of crucial elections.

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Opposition narrative

This deportation exemplifies the erosion of democratic principles in East Africa and demonstrates a pattern of suppressing opposition voices. The action violates East African Community principles and international norms while attempting to shield a politically motivated trial from regional scrutiny. The ruling party is systematically neutering opposition ahead of elections to maintain power.

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