A desperate plea for help has reached Kenyans as Dorothy Kweyu, a veteran journalist, fights to save her son, Stephen Bertrand Munyakho, from execution in Saudi Arabia.
Munyakho faces the death penalty for a manslaughter conviction stemming from an altercation in 2011. The family claims it was a self-defense situation.
Details:
- Stephen Bertrand Munyakho is a Kenyan citizen facing execution in Saudi Arabia.
- His mother, Dorothy Kweyu, is a well-known journalist in Kenya.
- The family needs Sh150 million (approximately $1.3 million USD) to potentially secure Munyakho’s freedom through negotiations under Saudi’s “diya” system, which allows for compensation to the victim’s family in exchange for clemency.
Call to Action:
The family is appealing to the Kenyan public for donations to raise the Sh150 million needed. This will hopefully facilitate negotiations with the victim’s family and potentially save Munyakho’s life.
Additional Information:
- Include details about the “diya” system if relevant to your audience.
- You can mention Munyakho’s time served (13 years) and the extenuating circumstances surrounding the case if known.
This is a developing story. Keep an eye out for updates on Munyakho’s situation and the fundraising efforts.
