Albert Ojwang's death in detention: Kenyan activists protest in Nairobi

Albert Ojwang was detained after the deputy police chief accused him of tarnishing his name on social media.

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Albert Omondi Ojwang's death has sparked outrage in Kenya. He was arrested following a complaint by the deputy police chief, who accused him of tarnishing his name on social media.

In an initial statement, police said that Mr Ojwang "sustained head injuries after hitting his head against a cell wall" while in custody.

However, the Ojwang family's lawyer, Julius Juma, said the body bore signs of severe physical trauma, including swelling on the head, nose and ears.