Notably, this marks his first official trip to a Commonwealth country since ascending to the English throne following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II late last year.
Mr. James Mwangi ,ACCPA has recognize the relationship between Kenya and the United Kingdom in areas of trade and exchange in our diverse cultures and the importance of this visit which seeks to strengthen those bonds.”
In his statement,to the media, they feel this is an opportune moment to raise key issues of concern regarding the conduct of British military personnel and wish to get the attention of His Majesty King Charles III and Queen Camilla and the British government.
While addressing the media Mr. James Mwangi ACCPA spokesperson said they are acknowledging the importance of the partnerships between two governments,it reads that they express dissatisfaction in the way the British government has handled several matters pertaining the conduct of the British Army under Batuk with whom Kenya has had a long-standing relationship.
It notably that it has been 11 and a half years since Agnes Wanjiru, a hairdresser based in Nanyuki, was brutally murdered by personnel under Batuk. This has since been proven by a public inquest which was concluded on November 5, 2019.
Nonetheless, the killers of Agnes Wanjiru continue to walk free and the British authorities have been complicit in not only covering up the murder but also shielding justice.
“It is important to note that we are aware that the key suspect in the murder of Agnes is well known former medic in the British Army and his identity is an ‘open secret’ within the British military ranks.
However, it is quite disappointing and appalling that British authorities continue shielding the suspect from justice despite pledging full cooperation in the matter where Kenya has full jurisdiction.” Mr. James says
The United Kingdom prides itself in respecting the rule of law and dispensing justice as has been portrayed in recent transnational investigations including the Julian Assange matter, just to mention but a few.
Kenya on its part has also demonstrated cooperation in transnational investigations and assisted in extradition of suspects wanted by British authorities.
It is therefore a wonder why the UK has failed to do the same in the matter of Agnes Wanjiru. Why do the British authorities continue to shield the suspect and deny Kenyan authorities access to the suspect, witnesses and persons of interest in this case? Why the double standards?.