While urging Kenyans to accept the unanimous decision of the apex court, the centre also called for restraint, especially from security forces, as they quell demonstrations. By SAM KIPLAGATMore by this AuthorThe US-based Carter Center has called for dialogue to heal the rifts that emerged during the electioneering period. The statement added that the government has an obligation to protect the constitutional rights of peaceful assembly, free speech, and security and enable inclusive participation in the country’s political dialogue. ATTACKSIn a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court dismissed the two petitions challenging President Uhuru Kenyatta’s October 26 win. Carter Center said the events surrounding the General Election and the repeat election on October 26 undermined the rule of law in Kenya and the country’s democratic institutions.

Source: Daily Nation November 21, 2017 08:26 UTC