Stop forced evictions in Mukuru kwa Njenga – lobby

Police officers during the Mukuru evictions./SCREENGRAB

The Mukuru Community Justice Centre has accused the police of using violence to conduct forced evictions in Mukuru Kwa Njenja, Nairobi.

 The centre claimed residents protesting the evictions were met with rubber bullets and live ammunition, putting lives at risk in the densely populated settlement.

“Stop forced evictions. Stop police violence. Respect the rule of law,” the organisation said in a statement.

It said the evictions are continuing despite existing court orders aimed at protecting the residents.

The justice centre condemned the alleged use of excessive force, describing it as a threat to the safety and dignity of community members.

It urged authorities to immediately halt the evictions and ensure any relocation of residents follows legal procedures and respects the rights and safety of residents.