Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has declined to comment on the disappearance of two Kenyan activists in Uganda, describing the matter as sensitive and related to security.
Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo went missing in Kampala, Uganda, on October 1, 2025.
“Let us leave it because these issues are not discussed publicly,” Mwaura said on Radio Generation on Friday during an interview.
The two, Njagi and Oyoo, have not been heard from since they were last seen in Kampala about 30 days ago, raising concerns among their families, friends, and human rights organizations.
Njagi and Oyoo had traveled to Uganda to participate in a social justice engagement, but shortly after their last sightings, their mobile phones were switched off, and all communication ceased.
Their sudden disappearance has prompted widespread worry, with citizens and civil society groups calling for immediate action.
An online campaign under the hashtag #BringThemHomeKE has gained traction, urging both Presidents William Ruto of Kenya and Yoweri Museveni of Uganda to intervene and ensure the activists’ safety.
Despite the growing public concern, Mwaura avoided providing any details, emphasizing the sensitive nature of the case.
“Let us leave it because these issues are not discussed publicly,” he repeated, underscoring the government’s stance of restraint while security agencies handle the situation.
Friends, family, and human rights defenders have expressed fear that the activists may have been taken by individuals linked to security agencies, though these claims have not been independently verified.
“We are demanding immediate action,” said one human rights defender.
“The Kenyan government must intervene decisively.”
Several Kenyan legislators have also added their voices, urging Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi to engage his Ugandan counterparts to help trace Njagi and Oyoo.
The case has highlighted the delicate balance between public concern and operational security, with citizens, activists, and lawmakers calling for transparency while the government maintains caution.
In addition, Government Spokesman Mwaura also used the platform to remind Kenyans of the importance of unity and responsibility in building the country.
“When your country prospers, you also prosper. When your country goes down, you also go down. We must love country,” he said.
As pressure mounts, the nation remains attentive, watching how both governments respond.
While the government avoids public disclosure on the details, social media campaigns and civil society efforts continue to push for action, keeping the issue in the public eye.
