Tanzanian activist released after being 'kidnapped' in Kenya's capital
A prominent Tanzanian activist has been released after being "kidnapped" on Sunday by three armed men on the streets of Kenya's capital Nairobi, her husband said, accusing Tanzania's national intelligence service of responsibility.
Tanzania Govt Behind My Abduction In Kenya: Activist
Activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai said Monday she was certain the Tanzanian government was behind her abduction the day before in Nairobi that was only foiled after a rapid intervention by rights groups.
Rights activist links brief kidnapping in Kenya to Tanzanian government
A Tanzanian human rights activist who was briefly abducted on Sunday says she was targeted because of her comments accusing the government of abusing and oppressing its people. Maria Sarungi Tsehai was kidnapped in Nairobi by unidentified gunmen, alarming fellow activists.
'I have been saved': Kidnapped Tanzanian activist found hours later
Prominent Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai, who was abducted by armed men in Kenya, says she has been released, after several hours. Amnesty International Kenya spokesperson Roland Ebole told the BBC she was "forced" into a vehicle in Kenya's capital Nairobi on Sunday afternoon.
Activist's Dramatic Release Sparks Tensions Between Tanzania and Kenya
Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai was reportedly kidnapped by armed men in Nairobi, with her husband alleging Tanzania's national intelligence service's involvement. After her release, Amnesty International highlighted the growing concerns of cross-border repression,
Maria Sarungi released after abduction ordeal in Kenyan capital Nairobi
Tanzanian human rights defender and independent media editor Maria Sarungi has been released and is safe after being abducted earlier today, 12 January 2025, in Nairobi’s Kilimani area. The news was confirmed by Faith Odhiambo, President of the Law Society of Kenya, who posted on her X account (formerly Twitter):
'I have been saved': Tanzanian activist kidnapped in Kenya, found hours later
Prominent Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai who was abducted by armed men in Kenya said she has been released, hours after the incident. Amnesty International Kenya spokesperson Roland Ebole told the BBC she was "forced" into a vehicle in the capital Nairobi on Sunday afternoon.
Tanzanian Activist's Harrowing Abduction and Release in Nairobi
Maria Sarungi Tsehai, a Tanzanian human rights activist, was briefly kidnapped in Nairobi. Allegations point to Tanzania's national intelligence, reflecting a concerning pattern of transnational repression.
Tanzania Rights Activist Latest Abduction Victim In Kenya
A renowned Tanzanian rights activist was kidnapped on the streets of the Kenyan capital Nairobi on Sunday, only to be released after a rapid intervention by rights groups.
Tanzanian activist Tsehai kidnapped in Kenya: Amnesty
Tanzanian rights activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai was reportedly abducted in Nairobi. Kenya has a record of allowing foreign governments to abduct their citizens on its soil.
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Sarungi: Abductors warned me against speaking to anyone after my release
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Maria Tsehai: Kenyans Laud Citi Hoppa Driver Who Attempted to Block Tanzanian Activist’s Abductors
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Tanzanian Activist Maria Sarungi Recounts Abduction Ordeal in Nairobi
Tanzanian activist and media practitioner Maria Sarungi Tsehai Monday recounted the terrifying details of her abduction in ...