Four filmmakers were arrested by the Kenyan police in Nairobi’s Karen area on Friday. They were taken in connection with a BBC documentary called Blood Parliament, which is controversial and has caused a lot of discussion.
The filmmakers are Nicholas Gichuki, Brian Adagala, Mark Karubiu, and one person whose name has not been shared. The police raided their studio, taking away equipment and hard drives.
These arrests have sparked a big debate about freedom of expression in Kenya.
Many people are concerned that the government is trying to scare filmmakers and stop them from talking about important and sensitive events in Kenya’s past.
The Blood Parliament documentary has gained considerable attention because it focuses on important political events in Kenya’s history.
So far, the authorities have not explained why the filmmakers were arrested or what charges they face.
Media workers and human rights advocates are worried about what happened. They want more transparency and better protection for creative freedoms.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is likely to lead to more discussions about the need to balance national sensitivities and the right to free speech in Kenya.
