The government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has finally protested the detention of activist Boniface Mwangi in Tanzania.
Through a statement, the Ministry confirmed that they have been denied access and information of the activist whose well being and overall health is not known.
“The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of the REPUBLIC OF KENYA presents its compliments to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA and has the honour to express its deep concern regarding the apprehension of Mr. Boniface Mwangi, a Kenyan citizen, Passport No. BK 472892, being held by the United Republic of Tanzania authorities.
The Ministry notes that, despite several requests, officials of the Government of Kenya have been denied consular access and information to Mr. Mwangi. The Ministry is also concerned about his health, overall wellbeing and the absence of information regarding his detention.” said Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry further calls for him immediate release of Boniface Mwangi in accordance to the international legal obligations and diplomatic norms.
“In light of the above, the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs respectfully urges the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania to expeditiously and without delay facilitate consular access to or release of Mr. Mwangi, in accordance with international legal obligations and diplomatic norms. The Government of Kenya reaffirms its commitment to the cordial bilateral relations that exist between the two countries and expresses the hope that this matter will be resolved swiftly and amicably, in the spirit of regional cooperation.
The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of the REPUBLIC OF KENYA avails itself of this opportunity to renew to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA the assurances of its highest consideration.” read the statement
