Activist and communication expert Maria Sarungi from Tanzania has broken her silence following yesterday’s abduction in Nairobi.
Addressing the media, she revealed how she was grilled by the individuals by her abductors who wanted to know about her husband and activities in Kenya. She however remain adamant to reveal any information.
She continued by thanking one Erick, the man who reported the matter to the police despite alleged intimidation as revealed by Maria. It was after Erick’s statement that all media were informed through Amnesty Kenya who broke the news on social media.
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According to Sarungi, her stay in Kenya was for business purposes even though she had been hinted of unknown people trying to reach her.
As to whether Kenya is safe, Maria noted that it is much better than back in Tanzania where activists have disappeared without a trace.
The communication expert also noted that in Tanzania, social media has been made to believe that she is behind the falling popularity of ruling party CCM which she said is a propaganda.
Upon her release, she was informed as to how Kenyans pushed for her release on social media, something that she appreciates especially when they do not know her in person.
Also mentioned was the driver of a City Hoppa bus who was caught on video blocking the van that had abducted her. According to Sarungi, the driver really confused the abductors at the time.
