KENYA: Religious Leaders are concerned about Hate Speech in the country
Religious leaders in the country have expressed concern about the rising cases of hate speech and war mongering associated with particular politicians.
In their press statement issued at the beginning of this week by the Faith Community body which comprises of Christian denominations and Muslims, they stated that the on-going trend of hate speech is worrying and must not be allowed to take root in the country’s political culture.
The leaders appealed to the authority to make sure that all pending cases of hate speech are dealt with expeditiously and that those found culpable be convicted.
“We urge the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the Inspector General of Police and the Judiciary to keep in mind that the law must not be enforced selectively. As the main institutions constitutionally mandated to enforce the law, you must make it clear to all Kenyans that committing crime is an expensive engagement,” read the statement.
Tuesday, eight members of parliament were arrested over accusations of hate speech and incitement to violence. The detained MPs come from two major political parties of Jubilee (ruling party) and CORD (opposition party).
By AMECEA Online News Reporter
