Kenyan Activist Released After Alleged Tanzanian Torture

Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi released after alleged torture in Tanzania. Nairobi, Kenya – Activist Boniface Mwangi has been released after four days of alleged torture and detention in Tanzania. Mwangi was apprehended in Dar es Salaam and subsequently found near the Horohoro border crossing. Citizen TV Kenya reported on the incident, showing footage of Mwangi's release, his emotional reunion with family, and his account of the ordeal. "I was handcuffed and blindfolded since Monday night," Mwangi stated, describing the treatment as "worse than dogs." The Kenyan government has strongly condemned Tanzania's actions, citing violations of the Vienna Convention. The incident has sparked diplomatic tensions between the two East African nations. Mwangi's release marks a significant moment, highlighting the importance of international human rights protections and the ongoing challenges facing activists in the region.