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The tragic story of Samantha Pendo

The tragic story of Samantha Pendo

The six-month-old died during a post-election crackdown by Kenyan police in 2017

Focus on Africa · BBC World Service

January 20, 202529m 50s

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Show Notes

Why has the case against the Kenyan police officers allegedly involved in the death of six-month old Samantha Pendo been delayed yet again? Seven years on, her parents are still seeking justice after a court hearing into the case was adjourned for the third time.

What happens to stolen funds and assets when they are recovered and repatriated to the country where they were taken from?

And as President Trump begins his second term in office, will he make it a mission to end wars in Africa?

Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Stephania Okereke, Nyasha Michelle and Kaine Pieri in London. Charles Gitonga was in Nairobi Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Technical Producer: Francesca Dunne Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi