Stephen Munyakho

2024 - 5 - 13

Saudi Arabia Halts Execution of Kenyan Man: Stephen Munyakho's Fate Hangs in the Balance

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Breaking: Saudi Arabia agrees to postpone the execution of Stephen Munyakho in a surprising turn of events! Find out the latest updates.

In a dramatic turn of events, Saudi Arabia has acquiesced to Kenya's plea to delay the execution of Kenyan citizen, Stephen Munyakho. The scheduled execution that was looming over Munyakho has been temporarily halted, bringing a sense of relief to his family and supporters. The decision to postpone the execution was made to allow for further discussions between the two nations regarding Munyakho's case.

Stevo's mother, Dorothy Kweyu, along with campaign chair committee Joseph Odinda and Stevo's brother Cyprian Amakulu, expressed their gratitude during a press briefing on the 'Bring Back Stevo' campaign. The collaborative efforts of both the Kenyan and Saudi Arabian authorities have brought a ray of hope to Munyakho's family as they continue to advocate for his release.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the successful negotiation to delay Stephen Munyakho's execution. This development marks a crucial step towards a potential resolution for Munyakho's predicament. The postponement signifies a chance for a fair assessment of the case and a possible reconsideration of the initial decision.

As the fate of Stephen Munyakho hangs in the balance, the ongoing negotiations between the two countries will play a pivotal role in determining his future. The global attention on this case highlights the importance of international cooperation in addressing legal issues involving foreign nationals. The outcome of these negotiations will not only impact Munyakho's life but also set a precedent for future cases of this nature.

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Saudi authorities agree to postpone execution of Stephen Munyakho (Capital FM Kenya)

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 13 - Saudi Arabia has acceded to Kenya's request to postpone the execution of Stephen Munyakho that was set for Wednesday to allow for ...

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Relief for family of Kenyan jailed in Saudi Arabia as authorities ... (The Star, Kenya)

Stevo's mother Dorothy Kweyu, campaign chair committee Joseph Odinda and Stevo's brother Cyprian Amakulu during a press briefing on 'Bring Back Stevo ...

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Saudi Arabia agrees to postpone Stephen Munyakho's execution (Citizen Digital)

Saudi Arabia has agreed to Kenya's request to postpone the impending execution of Stephen Bertrand Munyakho, a Kenyan man incarcerated in Shimeisi Prison in ...

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Saudi Arabia Postpones Stephen Munyakho's Execution After ... (Kenyans.co.ke)

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, May 13, announced that it had been able to negotiate the postponement of the execution of Stephen Munyakho in ...

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Stephen Munyakho: Saudi Arabia Postpones Execution of Kenyan ... (Tuko.co.ke)

Government has announced the postponement of Dorothy Kweyu's son's execution initially slated for May 15. Kweyu pleaded with netizens to help raise KSh 150 ...

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Execution of Stephen Munyakho Postponed in Saudi Arabia (KahawaTungu)

In a significant development, authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have granted a request to postpone the scheduled execution of.

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Saudi Arabia agrees to postpone Stephen Munyakho's execution (Kenya Broadcasting Corporation)

Saudi Arabia has agreed to postpone the impending execution of Stephen Munyakho that was due Wednesday 15th, 2024, to allow for further negotiations between ...

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Saudi Arabia postpones execution of Kenyan man (The Standard)

Stephen Munyakho was linked to the death of a Yemeni co-worker and was to be executed on May 15.

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Saudi Authorities Postpone May 15 Execution of Stephen Munyakho ... (nairobiwire.com)

Saudi Arabia has accepted Kenya's request to postpone Stephen Munyakho's execution, originally scheduled for Wednesday, to allow for further negotiations ...

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Huge sigh of relief for kin of Kenyan in Saudi death row - People Daily (People Daily)

Stephen Bertrand Munyakho alias Stevo has been in Saudi prisons since 2011 when he was arrested and convicted for killing a fellow migrant Abdul Halim Mujahid ...

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Kenyan on death row in Saudi Arabia gets temporary reprieve (The Africa Report)

A Kenyan convicted for murder in Saudi Arabia, Stephen Bertrand Munyakho, has been granted temporary reprieve thanks to last-minute efforts by top ...

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