Benard Kerio

Am a human Rights Defender

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

“We need to develop practical and coordinated mechanisms for preventing, documenting and responding to goonism, while ensuring that those responsible for violence and other violations are held accountable.”

Davis Malombe, Executive Director, Kenya Human Rights Commission @thekhrc

#ACSPS2026 #VoicesUnbowed

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

Last week, Defenders Coalition, in partnership with Amnesty International Kenya conducted a successful two-day training for human rights defenders in Nakuru County under the Towards Accountable and Responsive Leadership for Youth (TARLY) project.

A total of 22 participants engaged in interactive sessions on Monitoring, Documentation, and Reporting (MDR) of human rights violations in the context of elections. The training also covered strategies for security management, focusing on protection and mental wellbeing as key tools for building resilience.

[Amnesty Kenya @AmnestyKenya]

This March 24, 2026, we stand Unbowed for Justice.

Join us as we launch the Missing Voices Annual Report 2025, documenting enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in Kenya.

Every life matters. Every voice must be heard.#UnbowedForJustice #MissingVoicesKE

[Benard Kerio @ben_damiano]

@DefendersKE @MathareSJustice @UhaiWetu @RwokWomen @SamburuWtrust @SocialCenters @PACAdmv @DefendDefenders @WanguKanjaF @MzalendoWatch Thanks for the update ,keep going

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

Have you downloaded the Mtetezi Application yet?

This #TechTuesday, we highlight one of its features ~Panic Button ~ designed for high-risk situations.

1️⃣One tap sends an instant alert to Defenders Coalition .
2️⃣Your location is shared for immediate response.

Download the Mtetezi App today and make your safety a priority.

App Store: https://t.co/0oxXG84Inv
Play Store: https://t.co/GtenHOxHko

#DigitalSecurity

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

Courage has a name. And we’re about to say it.

Today, Defenders Coalition launches the #NiMamaVoices campaign.Through this campaign, we will spotlight the stories of grassroots women human rights defenders under the #NiMamaNetwork. We will speak of their resilience, and commitment to justice at a greater personal risk.

Stay with us as we spotlight their courage on our digital platforms.

Follow the campaign on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

#NiMamaVoices #MeettheHRDs

[صندوق أبوظبي للتنمية @ABUDHABI_FUND]

Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform represents a development model that unites innovation and strategic partnerships, positioning the water sector at the core of sustainable development priorities.

Its launch by ADFD highlights the Fund’s key role and ongoing commitment to fostering a global ecosystem that strengthens water security for communities worldwide

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

The Defenders Coalition this afternoon stood in solidarity with the families of Jamil and Aslam Longton and Bob Njagi, and the Law Society of Kenya in their pursuit of justice through a habeas corpus application to ensure the #Kitengela3 are returned safely to their families. In the ruling,  Acting Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli has been directed to appear in court on Thursday at 10:00 am after he failed to comply with an order to produce the three missing persons.  We will continue to support the families in their fight for the safe return of their loved ones. #StandUp4HumanRights

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

PRESS BRIEFING.

We invite members of the press for a briefing to address accusations on the role of the civil society in Kenya’s Protests. @citizentvkenya @TheStarKenya @StandardKenya @Milele_FM @KamemeTvKenya @tv47news @KenyaEditors @HakiKNCHR @NationAfrica @ntvkenya @AfUncensored @PeopleDailyKe @SpiceFMKE @CapitalFMKenya

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

PRESS STATEMENT

We, the civil society in Kenya , are deeply concerned by the recent letter by the Government of Kenya implying that civil society fund and support unlawful behaviour and unruly protests, which are a stark contradiction to our work. We categorically repudiate these unfounded accusations and ask the government to remain true to the constitution and protect independent civil society organisations and media in Kenya. #StandUp4HumanRights

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

#Maandamano
For the first time in the history of independent Kenya, a Kenyan has been arrested for hoisting the Kenyan flag!
PICKETING IS NOT A CRIME
PICKETING IS NOT A CRIME
PICKETING IS NOT A CRIME
PICKETING IS NOT A CRIME
PICKETING IS NOT A CRIME
PICKETING IS NOT A CRIME

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

Our Emergency Communication and Rapid Support Lines are open.

@DefendersKE is collaborating with partners like @HakiKNCHR, @LawSocietyofKe, @KenyaMedics_KMA, @MedicsForKenya, @AmnestyKenya to offer legal representation, bail/bond, medical support and emergency communication services.
Incase you see any incident do not hesitate to make that call.
#Maandamano

[Amnesty Kenya @AmnestyKenya]

1/1: Joint statement on discovery of dismembered bodies in Kware dumpsite, Nairobi https://t.co/XgGAVgBKKl

[Alexia Branson @Alexia_Branson3]

LET THE WORLD KNOW WHY WE ARE DEMANDING THE RESIGNATION OF MR RUTO FROM POWER.

if you see this post kindly retweet widely. #RutoMustGo

[Mutembei TV @MutembeiTV]

Disheartening

#DontBurnKenya Brian Olunga City Hall Wagner Coup Coup Expressway Nairobi CBD #Maandamano Oscar Sudi #OccupyCBDTuesday #RutoMustGo #OccupyMOH Mombasa Timba XO Moi Avenue Kangemi NHIF HAPPENING NOW Waiyaki Way Miguna

[Alexia Branson @Alexia_Branson3]

Wameanza kuua Peaceful Protesters. FUCK THE POLICE.

if this video appears on your timeline kindly retweet widely. #OccupyCBDTuesday

[@Defenders Coalition 🇰🇪 @DefendersKE]

JOINT STATEMENT:

Security officers must immediately stop attacking emergency medical centers and medical personnel. The Government must provide necessary supplies, including ambulances, and guarantee the safety of caregivers during the planned protests this week. #StandUp4HumanRights

[Benard Kerio @ben_damiano]

@DefendersKE @AmnestyKenya @LawSocietyofKe @ReformsGroup @OHCHRKENYA @FundHumanRights @MottFoundation @FordFoundation @SwedeninKE @BelgiuminKenya @denmarkinkenya This is very Disguising

[Amnesty Kenya @AmnestyKenya]

📢 THREAD: We're thrilled to announce the deployment of 15 volunteer protest observers across seven counties: Turkana, Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Kisumu, and Uasin Gishu! 🌍✊🏾 #ProtectTheProtest

@IPOA_KE @HakiKNCHR @IG_NPS