L. Muthoni Wanyeki

A PhD candidate in politics and international studies with the School of Oriental and African Studies, Wanyeki is also Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East Africa, the Horn, and the Great Lakes. This column is written in her personal capacity and does not necessarily reflect AI’s views

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