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Mother mourns 'beautiful' 12-year-old shot while watching TV during Kenya protests

Mother mourns 'beautiful' 12-year-old shot while watching TV during Kenya protests

The article reports on the tragic death of a 12-year-old girl, Bridgit Njoki, who was killed by a stray bullet during protests in Kenya. Njoki was simply watching television in her home when the bullet, fired during clashes between police and anti-government protesters, entered her residence and struck her. Her mother, Beatrice Wanjiku, is devastated by the loss of her "beautiful" daughter, who was an innocent victim of the violence. The article highlights the indiscriminate nature of the shooting and the heartbreak felt by Njoki's family, underscoring the human cost of the political unrest in the country. It serves as a sobering reminder of the need for de-escalation and the protection of civilians, especially the most vulnerable, during times of civil unrest.

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