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A Kenyan woman, Esther Wanja Muthoni, was sentenced to 100 lashes in Saudi Arabia for giving birth outside of marriage, according to multiple reports. Muthoni, a domestic worker, gave birth to her son in August 2025 while working in Riyadh. She was discovered by her employer, who took her to a hospital, leading to her arrest and subsequent conviction. The case has drawn international attention and condemnation from human rights groups, who argue that the punishment is cruel and disproportionately affects women. The Kenyan government has expressed concern over the sentence and is engaging with Saudi authorities through diplomatic channels.
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