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Unwed Mothers and Their Children Are Trapped in Saudi Arabia
A Times investigation found that children are routinely deprived of birth certificates, medical care and education. Diplomats and police officers turned the mothers away.
Funeral Is Held for Raila Odinga, a Pillar of Kenya’s Democracy
Thousands paid their respects at a stadium in Nairobi. President William Ruto said the spirit of Mr. Odinga, who died at 80, “lives within every Kenyan and every African.”
‘Promises Have Not Been Kept’: What’s Behind Africa’s Youth Protests
Protesters say their anger reflects a lack of economic opportunity on a continent with the world’s youngest population.
Raila Odinga, Champion of Kenyan Democracy and Former Prime Minister, Dies at 80
A pivotal political leader who helped usher in multiparty democracy in the East African country, he ran unsuccessfully for the presidency five times.
Antigovernment Protests Erupt Across Kenya, Killing Dozens
Simmering anger against President William Ruto’s government has boiled over into clashes between protesters and the police, who have deployed live rounds, tear gas and water cannons.
Albert Ojwang Was Killed in Police Custody. Kenyans Are Not About to Let It Go.
At the funeral for Albert Ojwang, protesters in Kenya said his death was a call to action for the country’s youth.
Albert Ojwang Was Killed in Police Custody. Kenyans Are Not About to Let It Go.
At the funeral for Albert Ojwang, protesters in Kenya said his death was a call to action for the country’s youth.
Death Toll From Kenya Protests Climbs, Rights Group Says
Thousands of people turned out across Kenya on Wednesday to protest government corruption and police brutality.
What to Know About the Antigovernment Protests in Kenya
Thousands demonstrated on Wednesday to express their anger over government corruption and police brutality.