British troops accused of human rights violations and sexual abuse in Kenya

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Hannah Al-OthmanDecember 3, 2025 at 08:00 PM
British troops accused of human rights violations and sexual abuse in Kenya

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A Kenyan parliamentary report alleges human rights violations, environmental damage, and sexual abuse by British soldiers stationed at the British Army Training Unit in Kenya (Batuk) near Nanyuki. The inquiry, conducted by Kenya's departmental committee on defence, intelligence and foreign relations, gathered testimony from affected civilians and organizations. The report details allegations of rape, assault, and abandonment of children fathered by soldiers, citing mishandled cases and lack of accountability. It also expresses concern over the 2012 killing of Agnes Wanjiru, alleging obstruction of justice by Batuk personnel. The report claims Batuk demonstrated institutional resistance and non-cooperation throughout the inquiry, invoking diplomatic immunity.

Keywords

human rights violations 90% sexual abuse 80% kenya 70% batuk 70% british troops 70% sexual misconduct 60% justice 60% accountability 60% agnes wanjiru 50% environmental destruction 40%

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The Guardian - World News
Political Lean
Center-Left (-0.40)
Far LeftCenterFar Right
Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
Kenya

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